For the first few weeks of Term 2 we are focusing on recount writing.
When completing a recount you are writing about something that has already happened and you need to include information about who, what, when, when and why, connecting information with time connectives and writing in paragraphs.
When completing a recount you are writing about something that has already happened and you need to include information about who, what, when, when and why, connecting information with time connectives and writing in paragraphs.
There are lots of different ways that you can plan for a recount - try some different ways below.
 | Recount plan - the three boxes on the right are text boxes, you will need to double click to open them to type in them. There are paper copies on the wall if you want to use that. |
 | Recount sandwich - remember to use your senses to help you in your plan. Add more detail to each point as you move your way across the plan. There are paper copies on the wall if you want to use that. |
 | Alphabet Key - use the alphabet key to help you think of experiences/ideas for each letter of the alphabet. Don't worry if you can't get one for ever letter but challenge yourself to try! Make sure you put your copy into your teacher check folder. |
 | Use this checklist to help you check your recount writing. |
Week 1 - April Holidays
Week 2 - A Special Time with Friends
Week 3 - Kiwiana or Camp recount
Week 4 - Biography
Create a Google Doc or Google Slide in your teacher check folder with your ten questions.
Now you have your questions you need to research information about your chosen person to answer your questions. You need to write your recount in a way that it can inform others about your chosen famous person. Again, you can make a Google Doc or a Google Slide. Below are some helping hand tips to help you.
