Article Writing for KS 3 and 4

Introduction to Article Writing: Explore the purpose, audience, and tone, using examples from newspapers and magazines.

Key Features: Teach structure (headline, introduction, body, conclusion) and stylistic elements (rhetorical devices, transitions).

Skill Building:

Craft engaging headlines and introductions.
Write clear body paragraphs with topic sentences and supporting details.
Conclude effectively with summaries or calls to action.
Scaffolding Activities:

Modeling: Analyze example articles.
Guided Practice: Co-write articles as a class.
Independent Writing: Gradually release responsibility to students.
Review and Feedback:

Peer reviews and teacher feedback.
Editing and proofreading for coherence and grammar.
Application: Assign real-world topics and assess using rubrics.

This approach ensures progressive skill development, fostering confidence and competence in article writing.