Year 5 Non-fiction - Unit 1 - BGfL

Year 5 Non-fiction - Unit 1 - Key aspects of learningFor further information, see the booklet Progression in key aspects of learning(Ref: DfES 0524-2004) from Learning and teaching in the primary yearshttp://www.standards.dfes.gov.uk/primary/publications/learning_and_teaching/1041163/.EnquiryChildren will investigate a range of instructional texts by asking relevantquestions, researching and following instructions to explore theireffectiveness.Information processingChildren will identify relevant information from a range of sources on paperand on screen and use this as a basis for both oral and written instructionwriting.EvaluationChildren will read, compare and evaluate instructional texts from a variety ofsources. When presenting instructional texts orally and in writing, they willdiscuss success criteria, give feedback to others and judge the effectivenessof their own work.ReasoningChildren will draw on their understanding and use of instructional texts toconstruct reasoned opinions and arguments based on available informationand evidence.EmpathyIn discussing and writing about real or simulated events, children will need toimagine themselves in another person's position.CommunicationChildren will develop their skills to reflect critically on what they have seen andread. They will develop their ability to give and follow clear instructions andreflect on the effectiveness of different modes of communication. They willwork collaboratively in pairs and groups, and outcomes will be both oral andwritten.6