KS1 - Rainbow Fish - 2 Week Unit

Introducing our engaging ‘Rainbow Fish’ unit, a comprehensive 2-week instructional package designed to captivate young learners and foster their creativity.

Key Details:

This 2-week writing unit culminates in a ‘Big Writing’ activity, where students will apply their newfound knowledge and skills to write an alternative story.

What’s included?
• PowerPoint Slides: These are designed to guide the lessons and stimulate discussions.
• Models: We provide examples to illustrate concepts effectively.
• Activities: Hands-on tasks to reinforce learning and inspire creativity.

Text Type:
The focus is on narrative stories, offering opportunities to explore the structure and elements of storytelling.

Lesson Breakdown:

1- Read and Understand Story: Students will be introduced to the narrative, allowing them to familiarize themselves with the plot, characters, and themes.
2- PSHE Objectives: Lessons will integrate personal, social, health and economic education objectives for holistic learning.
3- Alternative Ideas: Encourage creative thinking by exploring different story angles and perspectives.
4- Subordination: Dive into complex sentences and understand how they can enhance their storytelling.
5- Comprehension: Lessons will focus on building critical comprehension skills (please note that a separate comprehension resource is not provided).
6- Story Mapping: Students will learn to plot a story visually, helping them understand narrative structure.
7 & 8- Writing: Over two sessions, students will apply what they’ve learned to write their own version of the story.
9 & 10- Editing: Students will refine their work over two lessons, learning the importance of review and revision in the writing process.

Our ‘Rainbow Fish’ unit is more than just a series of lessons; it’s a journey into the world of storytelling that engages, educates, and empowers students.