Model Text — Historical Diary (Y4)
WAGOLL example of a Year 4 historical diary — A Roman Centurion in Britain. Cross-curricular link to Romans history unit. Demonstrates first-person past-tense recount with historical detail and authentic voice.
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Model Text — Persuasive Letter (Y4)
WAGOLL example of a Year 4 persuasive letter. Includes the model text, an annotated version highlighting language features, vocabulary list, and writing prompt. Perfect for shared reading and writing scaffolds.
Model Text — Newspaper Report (Y5)
WAGOLL example of a Year 5 newspaper report on a fictional event. Demonstrates the inverted-pyramid structure, direct/reported speech, formal third-person voice, and journalistic conventions.
Model Text — Non-Chronological Report (Y3)
WAGOLL example of a Year 3 non-chronological report on penguins. Demonstrates clear sub-headings, factual present tense, technical vocabulary, and information organisation appropriate for Year 3.
Model Text — Diary Recount (Y3)
WAGOLL example of a Year 3 diary entry recounting a school trip. Demonstrates first-person past-tense recount, time connectives, and emotional response — common Y3 writing genre.
Model Text — Explanation (Y4)
WAGOLL example of a Year 4 explanation text — How Volcanoes Erupt. Demonstrates cause-and-effect language, technical vocabulary, present tense for general truths, and clear paragraph structure.
Model Text — Thank You Letter (Y3)
WAGOLL example of a Year 3 thank-you letter to a visiting author. Demonstrates letter conventions, paragraphing, and specific details that show genuine engagement.