Formal and informal sentences - Writing

Formal Vs Informal - Identifying, Understanding, Converting and Writing

This Formal and Informal Language Bundle provides a complete teaching sequence to help pupils understand, identify and apply formal and informal language in their writing — a key KS2 grammar and SATs writing objective. The bundle moves step-by-step from word-level understanding, to sentence-level identification, to full sentence conversion and independent writing, ensuring pupils develop a secure grasp of tone, audience and register. What’s included in the bundle 1) Formal and Informal Vocabulary Matching 4 worksheets Pupils match 8 formal words to 8 informal equivalents on each sheet Builds strong word-level understanding (e.g. purchase → buy, enquire → ask) 2) Identifying Formal and Informal Sentences 4 worksheets 10 sentences per sheet Pupils label each sentence as Formal or Informal Focuses on recognition of tone and vocabulary choice 3) Identifying and Converting Sentences 4 worksheets Pupils: Identify sentence style Rewrite sentences in the opposite register Develops practical sentence transformation skills 4) Creating Formal and Informal Sentences 4 worksheets Each sheet provides: A formal word bank An informal word bank Pupils write their own formal and informal sentences Encourages independent application in writing 5) Formal and Informal Help Sheet A clear reference sheet explaining: What formal and informal language means When each style is used Example vocabulary and sentence structures Perfect for classroom display or pupil reference