Learning objectives/outcomes: England:NLS Y4, T1, S4: To identify adverbs and understand their functions in sentences through collecting and classifying examples of adverbs, e.g for speed: swiftly, sluggishly, light: brilliantly, dimly
Y5, T1, W10: To use adverbs to qualify verbs in writing dialogue, e.g timidly, gruffly... NC - KS2: Writing: Composition 1b) Pupils should be taught to broaden their vocabulary and use it in inventive ways.
Language structure 7a) Pupils should be taught word classes and the grammatical functions of words, including nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs...
Additional information: Megahops: The maximum number of megahops awarded in this activity is 10. Megahops are awarded according to how many 'correct' rockets you click within the time, versus the number of 'wrong' rockets you click. Therefore, you are rewarded for choosing carefully and only clicking on the correct rockets. Location in Spark Island: Sparkopolis: Spironaut House
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