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Explore the Fascinating World of Fossils Through Writing!
This fully resourced 2-week writing unit helps Year 3/4 pupils master explanation texts through the science theme How Are Fossils Made? Designed with Rosenshine鈥檚 Principles in mind, the unit blends literacy with science in a purposeful, engaging way.

What鈥檚 Included:

  • 10 fully-sequenced lessons (follows Rosenshine鈥檚 Principles)
  • 2-page WAGOLL text with teacher notes
  • 110+ teaching slides (editable PowerPoint)
  • Grammar focus: conjunctions, fronted adverbials, expanded noun phrases
  • Clear learning objectives, success criteria & sentence scaffolds
  • 17 pupil worksheets directly linked to the slides
  • Audio version of the text (ideal for EAL/SEND)
  • Quizzes, prior knowledge review, and built-in assessment opportunities
  • Dyslexia-friendly font used throughout (Worksheets and WAGOLL)

Perfect for:

  • Writing across the curriculum (linked to Science)
  • Assessment and moderation
  • Literacy intervention groups
  • Whole class guided writing

Save time, inspire learners, and boost writing outcomes with this premium-quality pack.

Also available How Are Fossils Made? Reading Comprehension

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How Are Fossils Made? | Writing & Reading Bundle | Year 3/4

Spark Curiosity and Improve Writing and Reading with This Fossil-Themed Literacy & Science Bundle! Perfect for Year 3 and 4 , this 2-week cross-curricular resource combines explanation writing with scientific discovery, all centered around the question: How Are Fossils Made? Designed using Rosenshine鈥檚 Principles of Instruction, this resource helps students become confident informative writers while exploring how fossils form, what they reveal about the past, and the wonder of prehistoric life. **What鈥檚 Included 鈥� Writing Unit**: * 10-Day Writing Sequence (with grammar integration) * Model Text (WAGOLL) with detailed teacher annotations * 110+ Editable PowerPoint Slides for modelling & direct instruction * 17 Printable Student Worksheets * Grammar focus: noun phrases, conjunctions, compound & complex sentences * Audio Version of the model text (ELL & accessibility-friendly) * Sentence stems, task guidance, and writing scaffolds * Dyslexia-friendly font throughout **What鈥檚 Included 鈥� Reading Comprehension Pack:** * 2 Pages of Non-Fiction Text (with dyslexia-friendly font) * 2 Pages of Reading Comprehension Questions * "Just Tick It" Adaptive Reading Task (2 pages 鈥� great for emerging readers) * Extension Activities for challenge and creativity * 5-Day Teaching Presentation (40+ slides) * 5-Lesson Plan based on pedagogy and reading theory * Audio version of the reading text * Answer Keys for all tasks Supports scientific thinking and writing clarity Editable, print or digital use Built using best practice instructional strategies Created by a classroom teacher to save you planning time **Thank You for Visiting Bitesize Education!** Follow my store to stay updated on new resources and receive exclusive discounts. Bitesizeeducation01@gmail.com If you have questions, don鈥檛 hesitate to reach out鈥擨鈥檓 always happy to help!

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