Topic Sentences: Bushfires
Read the paragraphs taken from a report on bushfires. Each is missing a topic sentence. Write a suitable topic sentence for each paragraph.
Structure of a Report Exemplar
An annotated example of an information report, highlighting correct structure and features.
Report Jumble (Supported)
Unjumble the information report on rabbits.
Rabbits Report Jumble
Unjumble the information report on rabbits.
Features of a Report
Read the information report and follow the instructions to analyse the structure and features.
Report Structure Poster
A poster showing the structure of an information report.
Topic Sentence Match
Cut and paste to match the topic sentences to the paragraphs.
Book Report Planning Template
A planning template to help organise a book report.
Biography Research Planning Template
A planning template to help plan and organise ideas for a biography.
Animal Research Template
A planning template to help plan and organise ideas for a report on an animal.
Elephants Report Worksheet
This worksheet includes the information report ‘Africa’s Endangered Elephants’ and a set of questions for learners to answer.
Poster: What is a Topic Sentence?
A poster explaining topic sentences.
Topic Sentence Cut & Paste
Complete each topic sentence and then match it up to the correct paragraph.
Writing Topic Sentences (2)
The paragraphs are missing topic sentences. Write a topic sentence that introduces the main idea of each paragraph.
Writing Topic Sentences (1)
The paragraphs are missing topic sentences. Write a topic sentence that introduces the main idea of each paragraph.
Information Report Structure Jumble
This activity helps consolidate understanding of the structure of information reports. Organise the jumbled paragraphs into the correct order.