Taylor+N

Y10 ENGLISH TERM 1 2012 Explanation writing requires tight organisation, technical language (jargon), and good detail. //How to care for a dog// goes straight into detail - the introduction should have given an over-all statement about the topic. The paragraph about shelter is well developed, giving reasons to support each detail. The other paragraphs are too short. //How Skateboarding// //Works// is an excellent piece of explanation writing. There is a clear introduction and conclusion. Details are well supported. Technical language is evident. Tino pai rawa, e tama. Awarded 2 Taonga. //A Stead (teacher)//

A magazine study is challenging. It requires a methodical approach to complete the set tasks. The emphasis is on structure - the different components (how a magazine works), and how the power-point presentation is put together (showing examples). Taylor uses striking visual images, the text is easy to read, and the main article report has excellent detail. The study is missing two minor components (Table of Contents and List of Advertisements) but still earns a Merit and 2 Taonga Awards. Well done Taylor! //A Stead (teacher)//