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Shared reading • Goblins are found all over the world although these secretive creatures are rarely seen. If you are lucky enough to spot one, do not be afraid. Most are friendly and tame and pose no threat to humans. In fact, they are fascinating creatures who are often misunderstood. Move on © www. teachitprimary. co. uk 2017 27759 2

True or false? 1. Non-chronological reports are always written in the past tense. True False Incorrect, Correct, the answer isis false. 2. Non-chronological reports provide information. True False Incorrect, Correct, the answer isis true. 3. In non-chronological reports, paragraphs are organised around themes. True False Incorrect, Correct, the answer isis true. © www. teachitprimary. co. uk 2017 27759 3

True or false? 4. First, next, after that are words that you are likely to find in non-chronological reports. True False Incorrect, Correct, the answer isis false. 5. Non-chronological reports use factual language. True False Incorrect, Correct, the answer isis true. 6. Non-chronological reports are often written in the third person. True False Incorrect, Correct, the answer isis true. © www. teachitprimary. co. uk 2017 27759 4

Improve it! What’s wrong with the way this is written? Butterflies can live up to about a year but many butterflies only live for about three months. Butterflies lay butterfly eggs and the caterpillar hatches from the butterfly’s eggs. Butterflies have six legs and butterflies have four wings. Although butterflies cannot hear, butterflies can feel vibrations. Butterflies can live up to about a year but many only live for about three months. They lay eggs and caterpillars hatch from their eggs. Butterflies have six legs and four wings. Although butterflies cannot hear, they can feel vibrations. Move on © www. teachitprimary. co. uk 2017 27759 5

Modelled writing – the introduction Goblins are found all over the world although these secretive creatures are rarely seen. If you are lucky enough to spot one, do not be afraid. Most are friendly and tame and pose no threat to humans. In fact, they are fascinating creatures who are often misunderstood. Move on © www. teachitprimary. co. uk 2017 27759 6

Modelled writing - appearance Generally speaking, all goblins look the same. Most are short in stature and tend to have a slight physique. They often have thin faces, small mouths and large pointed ears. Their eyes are narrow and slanted which means that some have difficulties seeing long distance. Although most goblins have small feet, some are known for extraordinarily large ones that cause them to be quite clumsy. You will often see these goblins falling over for no apparent reason. Move on © www. teachitprimary. co. uk 2017 27759 7

Pronoun muddle What’s wrong with this piece of writing? They live in fields and meadows. They are overgrown and have many wild flowers meaning that they can be hidden. When they rest they stay in them until they have had enough rest. They eat worms and spiders. They are quite tasty which is why they enjoy them. Move on © www. teachitprimary. co. uk 2017 27759 8

Modelled writing – habitat The majority of goblins live in small underground burrows. These are usually located deep in woodland although occasionally they are found on the edge of villages and small towns. The burrows are usually small and damp and are in danger of being flooded in heavy rainfall. Goblins mainly sleep in their burrows and leave them at night in order to find food. Move on © www. teachitprimary. co. uk 2017 27759 9

Modelled writing – diet As goblins are scavengers by nature, their diet mainly consists of berries and nuts which they find lying around the woods. However, town goblins often eat scraps of meat and leftovers from litter bins. The favourite food of all goblins is strawberries which is why so many can be found near ‘Pick Your Own’ farms at harvest time. Move on © www. teachitprimary. co. uk 2017 27759 10

Modelled writing - behaviour Although goblins have a reputation for being mean and mischievous, many are actually quite mild-mannered. Most have a cheeky sense of humour though and can often be seen playing tricks and pranks on each other. If you ever see a goblin, just stand watch from afar – they really are very entertaining. © www. teachitprimary. co. uk 2017 27759 11