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Exploring how narratives can be made more interesting by replacing 'went' with alternative synonyms.

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Learning objectives/outcomes:
England: NLS Y3 T1 S3: the function of verbs in sentences through: [...] experimenting with changing simple verbs in sentences and discussing their impact on meaning.
NC KS2 - composition b) Pupils should be taught to broaden their vocabulary and use it in inventive ways.
Teaching SuggestionsTeaching Suggestions
Printable ResourcesComplete the story (1)
Printable ResourcesComplete the story (2)
Printable ResourcesComplete the story (3)
Printable ResourcesSynonyms of went
TextYou're the Editor (went) - text
Clip ArtPrintable assessment sheet
Homework sheet iconNorman's day
Homework sheet iconMy diary
Additional informationAdditional information:
The broadband version of this activity allows its user to print off the text that they have created.
Megahops: Five megahops are awarded for successful completion of this activity.
Related activity information: For replacing 'said' in a story, try the three activities called 'You're the Editor'. The story runs chronologically through the three activities so we recommend you play them in order. Go to You're the Edtior (1) to begin.
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