The elements of a story that include the central idea and supporting details of a text.

In this video, the process of organizing an expository text is outlined step by step. It emphasizes the importance of pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. The use of an outline is highlighted as a helpful tool to...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how Juliet’s characterisation in ‘Romeo and Juliet’ relates to ideas of the patriarchy and female agency. Key learning points: - In a patriarchal society, women’s choices were restricted and they were...

Pupil outcome: I can structure a conceptual argument about the theme of appearances and reality in ‘Othello’. Key learning points: - Critically evaluative thesis statements can be developed using 'whilst', 'not only' and 'crucially'. -...

Pupil outcome: I can construct a clear argument about Othello as a tragic hero. Key learning points: - Introductions could follow the three-part structure. - The thesis statement should address the writer's purpose or message, in...

Pupil outcome: I can plan an effective description of a dystopian setting. Key learning points: - Descriptions should include minimal action. - An effective way to include character is with one small character action, for example,...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how violence and honour are presented in Act 3, Scene 1 of ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Key learning points: - Arguably, Shakespeare opens Act 3, Scene 1 with the expectation of violence through the pathetic fallacy...

Pupil outcome: I can analyse how setting is used to create atmosphere in Chapter 5 of ‘The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’. Key learning points: - Dr. Jekyll is hiding away in his laboratory when Utterson goes to visit him. -...

Pupil outcome: I can create a plan that helps me to structure and prepare to write the first draft of a persuasive speech. Key learning points: - Considering the purpose, audience and form of writing can help you begin to make choices...

Pupil outcome: I can plan, write and proofread a complete narrative piece of writing. Key learning points: - We need to plan our creative writing to ensure it is clear, cohesive and engaging. - We can use a range of language and...

Pupil outcome: I can plan a well-structured piece of descriptive writing inspired by a painting ('The Execution of Lady Jane Grey') which employs a third person omniscient narrator. Key learning points: - A third person omniscient...

Pupil outcome: I can create a detailed plan for an essay on societal expectations in 'An Inspector Calls'. Key learning points: - A thesis statement is a clear, overarching argument. - Topic sentences give focus to individual paragraphs....

Pupil outcome: I can explain how Macbeth's lack of a male heir fuels his behaviour in the play. Key learning points: - Both Jacobean and 11th Century Gaelic societies were patriarchal and based on hereditary power. - Macbeth is...

Discover the essentials of crafting the body of an essay, the core component where the author's ideas come to life. Learn about the structure and importance of topic sentences, the role of supporting details and examples, and how to...

Mr. Griot explains where to locate sources for research. He demonstrates taking notes, creating a graphic organizer, and writing a rough draft about baseball.

Mr. Griot reviews the character, setting and mood and also explains the importance of sequence of events.

Mr. Griot describes how to write a nonfiction expository writing essay.

Mr. Griot demonstrates how to use story text as clues for making predictions and identifying main idea, supporting details, and story elements.

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The video “Identify Informative Texts” describes the characteristics of an informative text.

Supporting the Main Idea –Informational analyzes informational text by showing how paraphrasing and quotes support the main idea.

Supporting the Main Idea Literature analyzes literature by showing how examples of paraphrasing and quotes support the main idea about the text.

A video entitled "Summarize a Scientific Text” which discusses how to identify the main idea and details of a scientific text.

“Identify Persuasive Texts” identifies the characteristics of a persuasive writing piece.