A note that went home today....

 Here is a note which went home today regarding this week's extra homework task. Please note that Go Maths is not one of the tasks this week.

Tuesday, 20 March 2012

Dear Parents and Family of 5M,

This week the children have an extra homework task. As a part of our NAPLAN preparation, Year 5 have been focusing on persuasive texts, in particular expositions.

Expositions aim to persuade the reader to believe the writer’s point of view by presenting one side of the argument. This week students will be writing their own exposition for homework.

The structure of an exposition consists of:

Title: e.g. why children should play sport.

Introduction: this presents the writer’s point of view and gives a preview as to what will be spoken about.

Series of arguments: these persuade the reader to see the writer’s point of view; these arguments need to be supported by a reason.  A new paragraph is taken with each new idea. Our most persuasive argument goes at the top.

Conclusion: this sums up the writer’s argument and reinstates the writer’s point of view.

Students are encouraged to plan their work before writing e.g. brainstorming and working out the structure.

The expositions can be submitted in their homework books (written) or printed out if typed. This is due with their Friday homework as usual.

The children will not be doing their Maths book homework this week so they can focus on this task. Students are still encouraged to practise their times tables when possible. Opportunities could include whilst in the car or getting ready for bed. 

A reminder about our assembly on Friday, this will be held at 12:30pm under the COLA. If there is wet weather please contacts the office for details before coming to assembly. We would love to see you there.

If you have any queries about your child or would simply like to put a face to my name, please feel free to contact me via the office or through a note with your child.

Thank you for your ongoing support,

Amy Mead

5M Teacher