1. WALT: Vary sentence structure WILF: M – Know what a simple, compound and complex sentence is S – Be able to write all three C – Mix them up (vary them) to interest a reader

2. Adding variety to sentence structure To make your writing more interesting, you should try to vary your sentences in terms of length and structure. You can make some of your sentences long and others short. Read the two paragraphs on the next slide.

3. Read the paragraphs below. Choose the paragraph that is more effective
Read the paragraphs below. Choose the paragraph that is more effective. I love living in the city. I have a wonderful view of the entire city. I have an apartment. I can see the Golden Gate Bridge. I can see many cargo ships pass under the bridge each day. I like the restaurants in San Francisco. I can find wonderful food from just about every country. I don’t like the traffic in the city. I love living in the city of San Francisco. I have a wonderful view of the entire city from my apartment window. In addition, I can see the Golden Gate Bridge under which many cargo ships pass each day. I also like San Francisco because I can find wonderful restaurants with food from just about every country. However, I don’t like the traffic in the city.

4. You need to use a variety of sentences in your writing to get you a level 5 or above. There are 3 types of sentences you need to use: -Simple Sentence -Compound Sentence -Complex Sentence

5. The simple sentence: A simple sentence contains one main clause
The simple sentence: A simple sentence contains one main clause. I live in San Francisco. Write your own simple sentence based on the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

7. Compound Sentences A compound sentence contains two main clauses that are joined together. He has a mountain bike, but he fancies a new one. These two main clauses are joined by a

8. You can also make a compound sentence by joining two main clauses by using a semi colon; The sea is a sparkling blue; it’s so inviting. I love living in Middlesbrough; there are so many things to do.

9. Have a go at writing a simple and compound sentence to go with this picture.

10. The buildings looked fantastic; they took my breath away
The buildings looked fantastic; they took my breath away. It was magnificent. I was very nervous being that high, but I knew I was safe. I never wanted to go home! Simple sentences Compound sentences

11. Complex sentences A complex sentence contains a main clause and a subordinate clause. A main clause makes sense on its own, (simple sentence). A subordinate clause does not make sense on its own, it is extra information added on for effect. She wandered along the shore until she found a shell. You only need to use a comma after a subordinate clause if it begins the sentence. Moving back and forth, the gentle sea swayed towards the shore.

12. Now you’re ready to practice what you’ve learnt
Now you’re ready to practice what you’ve learnt. Write a paragraph using simple, complex and compound sentences to describe the images on the next slide.

13. Write a paragraph using simple, complex and compound sentences

14. Check to progress! Read through your response to the task
Can you make any last minute improvements? 60s!
Exchange your book with a learning partner
Read through your partner’s response. Underline what you think is the most effective sentence.
Say what type of sentence it is and what you think makes it effective.
Return your books and read your feedback. WELL DONE!
This is about giving feedback rather than receiving it – really focus on finding a great example in someone else’s work and explaining what they’ve done well.