Writing Explanations - Upper KS2 Knowledge Organiser!

This clear, detailed and visually-appealing resource offers a complete reference point for year 5 and 6 children when writing explanations. The organiser is also perfect for teachers, parents and English subject leaders - aiding their planning and supporting of children’s knowledge development for this writing text type.

The organiser has a particular focus on the content, language and structural features required to write effective explanations at upper KS2. It contains distinct sections covering:

-An Overview of Explanations;
-Content: Title and Opening Statement, Main Body, Closing Statement;
-Language:Vocabulary Choices, Tone, Tense, Conjunctions, Cause and Effect Techniques, Adverbs, Conjunctions, Punctuation Checklist and Word Mat;
-Structure - Paragraphs, Whole Text Cohesion, Images and other tips;
-Key Vocabulary

The content is fully aligned with the age-related expectations for upper KS2 children in writing. The resource is designed to be printed onto A3, and is provided as both a PDF and a Word version (so that you can edit if you want to). All images used are licensed for commercial use and are cited on a separate document (included).