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Key Stage 3· Years 7–9

KS3 English

Reading closely, writing persuasively and building the analytical skills GCSE demands.

Start with “Persuasive techniques”

You will learn to…

  • Recognise and use persuasive techniques in non-fiction writing
  • Write analytical paragraphs using Point, Evidence, Explain
  • Identify language devices and explain their effect
  • Plan and structure an argument
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Non-fiction writing

Persuasion, argument and writing for an audience.

  1. Persuasive techniquesThe tools writers use to change minds — and how to use them yourself.20 min · Y7
  2. Writing a balanced argumentComing soonPresent both sides and reach a conclusion.
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Reading fiction

Language devices, character and structure.

  1. Language devicesComing soonSimile, metaphor, personification and their effects.
  2. PEE paragraphsComing soonWrite analysis that earns marks.