Y5 Rain Player by David Wisniewski - Medium term English plan

Final writing outcome: A Mayan folk tale – a sequel to the Rain Player

This medium term plan is based on Rain Player by David Wisniewski. The ancient Mayan tale of a boy who must defeat the Rain God in a game of pok-a-tok to save his village from a terrible drought. Great for linking to a topic on the ancient Maya civilization.

Mastery skills:
– Identify the audience for and purpose of the writing
– Select appropriate grammar and vocabulary, understanding how such choices can change and enhance meaning
– Integrate dialogue to convey character and advance the action
– Link within and across paragraphs using a wide range of devices

Short writing opportunities to develop mastery:
– Setting description
– Diary entry
– Instructions/Explanation
– Character description
– Poetry