GENERAL ENGLISH SKILLS YEAR 8

These lessons are created for online learning. However, they are more than suitable for classroom teaching. These lessons are more suited for ages 11-13, and are incredibly engaging, with plenty of quick and snappy questions and tasks.

Each lesson includes:

• One learning objective
• Three lesson outcomes
• SPaG practice
• Answers to questions
• Assessment for learning
• Extension tasks

Here are the learning objectives:

1. What strategies can we use to identify and correct common spelling errors and improve the accuracy of our written work?
2. How do we analyse and revise sentences to ensure proper subject-verb agreement and clear sentence structure?
3. How can we develop strong thesis statements and topic sentences in our essay writing?
4. How do we incorporate varied and precise vocabulary into our writing to enrich the quality of both fiction and non-fiction texts?
5. What are the essential steps in the proofreading process, and how do we apply them effectively to catch and correct errors in our work?
6. What is the role of cohesive devices like transitional words and phrases in maintaining a smooth flow and organisation in our texts?
7. Based on your own skills, can you create a reflective, personalised list to look out for when proofreading?
8. How can you plan quickly and effectively for a creative writing task?
9. What is phonology and how do I identify examples of it?
10. What is the effect of alliteration, assonance and sibilance in fiction and non-fiction texts?
11. What strategies can we employ to speak clearly and confidently in different situations, adjusting our tone and volume to suit the audience and context?
12. How can we use advanced punctuation in our non-fiction writing to make it more accurate and better quality?

I hope you enjoy!