Question 1 Writing a complete realistic narrative · core
Write a complete 90–130 word story titled 'The Spare Seat'. Include a clear setting, a problem involving another person and a resolution caused by the main character's choice.
What to aim for Adult checks for an orientation, a connected problem and a resolution. The main character makes a meaningful choice. Paragraphs and details help a reader follow the story. Response or adult observation notes
Question 2 Writing for a younger audience · extension
Create a 100–140 word original story for a younger reader called 'A Place for Everyone'. Use a clear beginning, connected events, dialogue and an ending that shows inclusion through action.
What to aim for The story suits a younger audience and has a complete structure. Characters act to include someone. Adult checks that details, dialogue and ending support the same theme. Response or adult observation notes
Question 3 Structuring an information report · core
Fact notes: superb fairy-wren; small Australian bird; breeding adult males have bright blue patches; females mainly brown; eats mainly insects and other small invertebrates; shelters in dense low vegetation.
Write a short information report using the supplied facts. Include a title, an opening classification and two grouped sections with headings. Use your own sentences.
What to aim for The opening identifies what kind of animal is described. Facts are grouped under useful headings. Adult checks that the supplied facts are represented accurately. Response or adult observation notes
Question 4 Writing a practical procedure · support
Write instructions for making a paper bookmark for a classmate. Include materials, 4–6 numbered steps and a time connective. Check that the steps can be followed in order.
What to aim for Materials match the actions in the steps. Steps begin with clear action verbs and follow a useful order. Adult can follow the instructions without missing information. Response or adult observation notes
Question 5 Explaining a process from observations · core
Class observation: equal-sized ice cubes on matching plates; one plate in sun, one in shade; checked together after ten minutes; more liquid water and less remaining ice on the sunny plate.
Use the observations to write a 5–7 sentence explanation of what happened to the ice. Connect causes and results and distinguish what was observed from what you explain.
What to aim for Adult checks that the reported observation matches the notes. Cause-and-result language connects the ideas. The explanation does not claim every sunny/shady setting always gives the same result. Response or adult observation notes
Question 6 Reporting a school event · core
Notes: Tuesday; Year 4; reading garden beside library; collected leaves; refilled two planters; cleaned tables; families donated potting mix and gloves; finished by lunchtime; weekly plant checks planned.
Write a school newsletter report of 70–90 words using the event notes. Include a headline and tell readers who, what, where, when and what happened as a result.
What to aim for The headline and opening identify the event. All supplied facts remain accurate. Adult checks that the outcome is clear and no unsupported quotes are invented. Response or adult observation notes
Question 7 Comparing places for a purpose · core
Library: seats; quiet reading; books nearby; indoors and dry. Garden: seats; quiet reading allowed; fresh air; birds and playground sounds; exposed to rain.
Write a compare-and-contrast paragraph for students choosing a reading spot. Use at least two similarities and two differences from the notes, then give a sensible conclusion.
What to aim for Adult finds two similarities and two differences. The paragraph connects ideas rather than repeating separate lists. The conclusion follows from the comparison. Response or adult observation notes
Question 8 Explaining a routine to a newcomer · core
Write a welcoming 60–80 word guide for a new Year 4 student explaining how your classroom morning routine could work. Include three steps and a friendly closing. Do not include private student information.
What to aim for The routine has three clear steps. The language is friendly and suitable for a new classmate. Adult checks that the guide gives a way to get help. Response or adult observation notes
Question 9 Turning process notes into prose · support
Receive new book → record details → add location label → cover if needed → shelve for borrowing.
Turn the fact notes into an explanation with the heading 'How a Library Book Reaches the Shelf'. Use complete sentences and show the sequence.
What to aim for All five stages appear in the right order. The sentences explain the purpose of the label. Adult checks that the text reads as an explanation rather than copied note fragments. Response or adult observation notes
Question 10 Writing an informative display label · core
Fictional museum record: handmade toy boat, 1962; wooden hull; sail from old cotton shirt; mismatched wheels fixed to sides as decoration; floated in backyard tub; made by a family member for a child.
Write a museum label of 50–70 words for the imaginary object described. Identify it, explain how it was used and point out one feature a visitor should notice.
What to aim for The object, date and use match the supplied fictional record. One visible feature is explained. Adult checks the label is concise and suited to museum visitors. Response or adult observation notes
