Develop understanding of how discussion texts that argue only one viewpoint are structured through the resources provided, which can be used instantly by pupils in Key Stage 2. These resources can be used to support teaching and learning during an English unit focusing on discursive writing, where pupils can learn the features needed for this text type helping them to identify the features in model texts that are explored.
The discussion poster can be used to teach how these text types are structured and the grammar, vocabulary and punctuation typically used in this text type.
A planning sheet is also included to support pupils when noting and organising their ideas before writing.
What is included in this discursive writing resource?
- Discussion poster
- Discussion text sentence starters KS2
- Discussion writing plan: arguing one viewpoint
- Teacher notes with guidance on how the resource could be used
What is discursive writing?
The purpose of discursive or discussion texts is to provide a balanced overview of a controversial issue or topic, providing two or more viewpoints on an issue. Evidence and examples are used to support differing views. Examples of discursive writing can include books about ‘issues’, debates, letters or leaflets and articles that give a balanced account of a topic or issue.
National Curriculum English Programme of Study
Writing - composition
Year 3 /4
Pupils should be taught to plan their writing by:
- discussing and recording ideas
Year 5 /6
Pupils should be taught to plan their writing by:
- noting and developing initial ideas, drawing on reading and research where necessary