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All resources are writing based and have been created from scratch with the National Curriculum objectives in mind. On this page you can find writing Learning Journeys and resources for Year 1 through to Year 6.

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All resources are writing based and have been created from scratch with the National Curriculum objectives in mind. On this page you can find writing Learning Journeys and resources for Year 1 through to Year 6.
A River by Marc Martin - Year 5 Unit of Writing
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A River by Marc Martin - Year 5 Unit of Writing

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A Year 5 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for A River by Marc Martin. This medium term plan comprises of 12 lessons with a clear writing outcome for a poem about a river. The plan is able to be downloaded as a Word and pdf document to allow easy editing. The lesson resources and flipchart can also be brought separately. Learning Intentions include: Cold Write. To make predictions and justify my answers. To compare the text to the poem ‘The River’ by Valerie Bloom. To discuss the words that capture the reader’s interest. Site of Application (diary entry). To use personification for description. To use metaphors and similes for figurative language. Apprentice Write. To plan a poem. To write a poem. To edit my work.
Wild Animals of the North by Dieter Braun - Year 5 Unit of Writing
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Wild Animals of the North by Dieter Braun - Year 5 Unit of Writing

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A Year 5 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for Wild Animals of the North by Dieter Braun. This medium term plan comprises of 13 lessons with a clear writing outcome for an information page on a chosen animal in the style of David Attenborough. The plan is able to be downloaded as a Word and pdf document to allow easy editing. The lesson resources and flipchart can also be brought separately. Learning Intentions include: Cold Write. To read and discuss non-fiction books. To discuss how authors’ use language. To explore the meaning of words in context. Site of Application (persuasive letter). To use commas, brackets and dashes for parenthesis. To use a range of fronted adverbials. To use a variety of clauses. Apprentice Write (persuasive speech). To plan a non-fiction information page. To write a non-fiction information page. To edit my work with a partner.
The Majestic Plastic Bag - Year 5 Unit of Writing
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The Majestic Plastic Bag - Year 5 Unit of Writing

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A Year 5 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for The Majestic Plastic Bag. This medium term plan comprises of 12 lessons with a clear writing outcome for a mockumentary. The plan is able to be downloaded as a Word and pdf document to allow easy editing. The lesson resources and flipchart can also be brought separately. Learning Intentions include: Cold Write. To identify and discuss themes and conventions. To understand and identify persuasive language. Site of Application (persuasive letter). To use the subjunctive form. To build cohesion and avoid ambiguity. To use fronted adverbials and adverbs. Apprentice Write (first person recount). To plan a mockumentary. To write a mockumentary. To edit my work.
Stars with Flaming Tails by Valerie Bloom - Year 5 Unit of Writing
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Stars with Flaming Tails by Valerie Bloom - Year 5 Unit of Writing

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A Year 5 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for Stars with Flaming Tails by Valerie Bloom. This medium term plan comprises of 15 lessons with a clear writing outcome for a poem about an animal in the style of Valerie Bloom. The plan is able to be downloaded as a Word and pdf document to allow easy editing. The lesson resources and flipchart can also be brought separately. Learning Intentions include: Cold Write. To identify how language, structure and presentation contribute to meaning. Explore the meaning of words in context. To read poems with different volumes, pace and expression is important. To discuss and evaluate how authors use language. Site of Application (description). To use personification for description. To understand and use rhyming. To explore limerick poems. To explore Elfje poems. Apprentice Write (verse). To plan a poem. To write a poem. To work with a partner to edit and improve my writing. To perform my poem.
The Hidden Forest by Jeannie Baker - Year 5 Unit of Writing
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The Hidden Forest by Jeannie Baker - Year 5 Unit of Writing

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A Year 5 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for The Hidden Forest by Jeannie Baker. This medium term plan comprises of 14 lessons with a clear writing outcome for a magazine article on the problems facing ocean wildlife. The plan is able to be downloaded as a Word and pdf document to allow easy editing. The lesson resources and flipchart can also be brought separately. Learning Intentions include: Cold Write. To identify and use similes. To draw inferences from the text. To explore the meaning of words in context. Site of Application (description) To identify and use expanded noun phrases. To punctuate parenthesis correctly. To use metaphors and similes for figurative language. Apprentice Write. To plan a magazine article. To write a magazine article. Evaluate and edit my writing.
Toys in Space by Mini Grey - Year 1 Unit of Writing Resources
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Toys in Space by Mini Grey - Year 1 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 1 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for Toys in Space by Mini Grey. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a poster of a lost alien. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 12 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Hook. To predict. To ask questions about the text. To create thought bubbles. To sequence the text. Site of Application (dairy). To use and spell words containing phonemes. To use capital letters, full stops and exclamation marks. To use –ing words. Apprentice Write (description). To plan a poster. To create a poster. To edit and improve my writing.
The Arrival by Shaun Tan - Year 6 Unit of Writing Resources
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The Arrival by Shaun Tan - Year 6 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 6 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for The Arrival by Shaun Tan. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a third person narrative. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 16 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Cold Write. To identify and discuss themes and conventions. To select appropriate grammar and vocabulary. To participate in discussions about books. To make comparisons within and across books. To draw character inferences and justify using evidence. Site of Application (diary). To create a narrative, describing characters and atmosphere. To understand and use passive verbs. To use modal verbs or adverbs. To use cohesive devices. Apprentice Write (creative writing or newspaper). To plan a third person narrative. To write a third person narrative. To edit and improve my writing. To publish my work.
Meerkat Mail by Emily Gravett - Year 2 Unit of Writing Resources
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Meerkat Mail by Emily Gravett - Year 2 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 2 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for Meerkat Mail by Emily Gravett. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a portal story for going through the door into the castle. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 14 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: To make inferences about characters’ thoughts and feelings. To discuss words and phrases that capture my interest. To identify and use adventurous vocabulary. Site of Application (diary). To use expanded noun phrases. To use commas to separate items in a list. To use contractions in sentences. To using subordinating conjunctions (if, when, that, because). Apprentice Write (poster). To explore the features of a postcard. To plan a postcard. To write a postcard. To edit my writing.
A Planet Full of Plastic by Neal Layton - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources
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A Planet Full of Plastic by Neal Layton - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 4 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for A Planet Full of Plastic by Neal Layton. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a persuasive letter to the public about reducing plastic consumption. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 14 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Cold Write. To make a prediction. To use a dictionary. To discuss words and phrases. To ask questions. Site of Application (fact file). To use rhetorical questions. To use conjunctions. To use fronted adverbials and expanded noun phrases. Apprentice Write (poster). To plan a persuasive letter. To write a persuasive letter. To edit my work.
Journey by Aaron Becker - Year 2 Unit of Writing Resources
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Journey by Aaron Becker - Year 2 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 2 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for Journey by Aaron Becker. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a portal story for going through the door into the castle. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 14 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: To use adventurous vocabulary. To generate questions. To make predictions about the text. To infer a character’s actions and feelings. Site of Application (book review). To use expanded noun phrases. To use a range of prepositions. To use adverbs. Apprentice Write (description). To plan a narrative. To write a portal narrative. To edit and revise my work. To publish my work.
Tidy by Emily Gravett - Year 2 Unit of Writing Resources
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Tidy by Emily Gravett - Year 2 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 2 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for Tidy by Emily Gravett. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a persuasive letter from Badger to the animals. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 13 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: To write about Badger’s character. To make predictions about the text. To ask questions to Badger. Site of Application (poster). To use verbs in a sentence. To write questions for Badger. To use co-ordination (using or, and, or but). To write expanded noun phrases. Apprentice Write (story retell). To sequence a letter. To plan a letter. To write a letter. To edit my work.
The Night Gardener by The Fan Brothers - Year 2 Unit of Writing Resources
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The Night Gardener by The Fan Brothers - Year 2 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 2 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for The Night Gardener by The Fan Brothers. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a retell text from The Night Gardener’s perspective. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 15 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: To ask questions. To predict. To make inferences. To make further predictions. To infer a character’s thoughts and feelings. Site of Application (diary). To use possessive apostrophes. To use expanded noun phrases. To use the past tense correctly. Apprentice Write (postcard). To sequence key events. To plan a story retell. To write a story retell. To edit my work.
The Tin Forest by Helen Ward - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources
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The Tin Forest by Helen Ward - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 4 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for The Tin Forest by Helen Ward. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a descriptive piece for their Tin Forest ‘Storybox’ scene. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 14 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Cold Write. To understand how an author uses language to create a scene. To use inference skills to describe a character. To describe a character’s feelings and appearance. To use drama techniques to show understanding of a character. Site of Application (letter). To use more than one clause by using a wide range of conjunctions. To use adverbs to express time and cause. To correctly use fronted adverbials. Apprentice Write (diary). To plan a descriptive piece. To write a descriptive piece. To evaluate and edit my writing.
Cloud Tea Monkeys by Mal Peet - Year 3 Unit of Writing Resources
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Cloud Tea Monkeys by Mal Peet - Year 3 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 3 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for Cloud Tea Monkeys by Mal Peet. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a newspaper report about the arrival of the Royal Tea-Taster. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 15 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Cold Write. To describe and predict. To make inferences and justify with evidence. To infer character’s thoughts and feelings. Site of Application (diary). To use conjunctions. To use prepositions. To use adverbs. Apprentice Write (report). To plan a newspaper report. To write a newspaper report. To edit and improve own writing. To publish my work.
The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources
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The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 4 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a diary entry from the perspective of a chosen crayon, expressing their feelings and experiences. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 15 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Cold Write. To identify themes and conventions. To infer character’s thoughts and feelings. To use a dictionary. Site of Application (setting description). To use the present perfect tense. To use adverbs. To use more than one clause. Apprentice Write (postcard). To understand a diary format. To plan a diary entry. To write a diary entry. To edit my work. To publish my work.
The Iron Man by Ted Hughes - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources
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The Iron Man by Ted Hughes - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 4 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for The Iron Man by Ted Hughes. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a sci-fi story. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 15 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Cold Write. To make a prediction. To draw character inferences. To ask questions to improve my understanding. To read books structured in different ways. Site of Application (poem). To use subordinate clauses and conjunctions. To punctuate direct speech. To use the possessive apostrophe. Apprentice Write (description). To plan an alternative ending. To write an alternative ending. To edit my work.
How to Live Forever by Colin Thompson - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources
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How to Live Forever by Colin Thompson - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 4 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for How to Live Forever by Colin Thompson. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a character description about the Ancient Child. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 13 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Cold Write. To discuss themes and conventions. To draw inferences. To identify key words and phrases. Site of Application (conversation/playscript). To use expanded noun phrases. To use fronted adverbials. To use prepositions. Apprentice Write (description). To plan a character description. To write a character description. To edit and improve my writing. To publish my character description.
The Firework Maker’s Daughter by Philip Pullman - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources
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The Firework Maker’s Daughter by Philip Pullman - Year 4 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 4 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for The Firework Maker’s Daughter by Philip Pullman. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a playscript scene that continues the narrative. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 15 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Cold Write. To predict. To discuss key words and phrases. To infer character’s thoughts and feelings. Site of Application (explanation). To use expanded noun phrases. To use commas in a list. To use conjunctions and questions. Apprentice Write (playscript). To understand the features of a playscript. To plan a playscript. To write a playscript. To edit and improve my work. To publish my work.
Dear Greenpeace by Simon James - Year 3 Unit of Writing Resources
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Dear Greenpeace by Simon James - Year 3 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 3 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for Dear Greenpeace by Simon James. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a series of letters in the style of the text highlighting 'out of place’ creatures found in the school grounds. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 16 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Cold Write. To make a prediction. To infer character’s thoughts and feelings. To discuss the author’s language. Site of Application (description). To use conjunctions. To use rhetorical questions. To write expanded noun phrases. To use fronted adverbs. Apprentice Write (letter). To plan a persuasive letter. To plan a persuasive letter. To write a persuasive letter. To edit my work. To publish my work.
How To Wash A Woolly Mammoth by Michele Robinson - Year 3 Unit of Writing Resources
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How To Wash A Woolly Mammoth by Michele Robinson - Year 3 Unit of Writing Resources

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A Year 3 Hampshire inspired Learning Journey for How To Wash A Woolly Mammoth by Michele Robinson. This pack comprises of all the lesson resources and flipchart for this writing outcome of a ‘How To…’ set of instructions on how to wash a woolly mammoth. All of the resources are editable, interactive and engaging. This 16 lesson unit of writing comprises of the following learning intentions: Cold Write. To listen carefully to verbal/written instructions. To explore to non-fiction books that are structured in different ways. To discuss and clarify meaning of new words. To retell in a clear sequence using commands. Site of Application (advert). To orally rehearse sets of instructions. To use and understand time connectives. To identify and use rhetorical questions. To recognise and use adverbs. Apprentice Write (description). To identify the features of a WAGOLL. To plan a set of instructions. To write a set of instructions. To edit and improve my writing. To publish a set of instructions.