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Year 2 writing skills: planning instructions using imperative bossy verbs and ti

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Year 2writingBritish curriculumKey Stage 1English
Year 2 writing skills: planning instructions using imperative bossy verbs and ti

Practice planning clear instructions using imperative bossy verbs and time words across a variety of everyday activities. Learn how to sequence steps logically to write clear guides for practical tasks.

Exercises in this learning path

12 exercises
  1. 1

    Identifying Bossy Verbs

    Learn to spot and use imperative bossy verbs in instructional writing. Practice recognizing action words that command the reader what to do.

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  2. 2

    Time Words and Ordering Instructions

    Explore how time words help put instructions in the correct sequence. Practice using time connectors to structure clear, step-by-step guides.

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  3. 3

    How to Make a Jam Sandwich

    Plan and write clear instructions for making a jam sandwich. Use bossy verbs and time words to sequence each step of the recipe.

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  4. 4

    How to Brush Your Teeth

    Practice writing step-by-step instructions on how to brush your teeth. Focus on using clear imperative verbs and time words to guide the reader.

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  5. 5

    How to Wash Your Hands

    Create a clear guide for washing hands thoroughly using structured instructions. Apply bossy verbs and time words to present each step in order.

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  6. 6

    How to Plant a Seed

    Write instructions explaining how to plant a seed correctly. Use time words and imperative verbs to sequence the gardening process from start to finish.

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  7. 7

    How to Make Hot Chocolate

    Plan step-by-step instructions for making a cup of hot chocolate. Focus on ordering the recipe using bossy verbs and time words.

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  8. 8

    How to Build a Snowman

    Write clear instructions for building a snowman step by step. Use imperative verbs and time words to show the correct order of actions.

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  9. 9

    How to Cross the Road Safely

    Practice writing important safety instructions for crossing the road carefully. Use clear bossy verbs and time words to order each action.

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  10. 10

    How to Make a Fruit Salad

    Plan a recipe guide with clear instructions for making a fruit salad. Apply time words and bossy verbs to order the steps effectively.

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  11. 11

    How to Feed a Pet Dog

    Write step-by-step instructions on how to feed a pet dog. Practice using clear imperative verbs and time words to sequence each action.

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  12. 12

    How to Tidy Your Bedroom

    Create a practical guide with clear instructions for tidying a bedroom. Use bossy verbs and time words to organize the steps logically.

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