Explanation texts that give instructions are used everywhere: Recipes, ‘How to…’ guides and the instructions that come with new toys and games are all examples.Can you think of any others ...

Chris Packham explains how writing an explanation requires an understanding of chronological order or sequencing, how to use technical language and how to write succinctly.

Your job now is to finish the explanation text by writing a sentence next to each arrow to explain what is happening. Thank you so much for joining me on this exciting mini lesson we've gone ...