English Year 5/6 Autumn Interview and Articles
Black and British
Using David Olusoga's fantastic book, research Black Britons and their role in British history. Use active and passive voice to change the tone of writing and study formal and informal language. Ask insightful interview questions, write a blogpost and news article.
Start with the core unit to introduce key texts. Then select from comprehension, SPAG and composition units.
Unit 1 Core: Facts, Research, Comprehension, Interviews
(suggested as 5 days)
SPaG: Grammar and Punctuation
There is no spelling and grammar presentation for this unit.
You Will Need
Essential Text
Black and British – An illustrated history by David Olusoga
Unit 2 SPAG: Active and Passive Voice
(suggested as 3 days)
Lesson Planning
SPaG: Grammar and Punctuation
You Will Need
Texts are provided in resources.
Unit 3 SPAG: Explore formal and informal language
(suggested as 2 days)
Lesson Planning
SPaG: Grammar and Punctuation
You Will Need
Texts are provided in resources.
Unit 4 Composition: Research and write an article and blog about a black British figure
(suggested as 5 days)
Lesson Planning
SPaG: Grammar and Punctuation
There is no spelling and grammar presentation for this unit.
You Will Need
Essential Text
Black and British – An illustrated history by David Olusoga
Optional Texts
Little Leaders – Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison
Little Leaders – Exceptional Men in Black History by Vashti Harrison