Recount Writing and Structure

This video tutorial by the Touring Teacher focuses on recount writing. It begins with an introduction to recount writing, explaining its purpose and structure. The video then details the elements needed for effective recount writing, such as using time connectives and writing in the past tense. A practical example is provided through a narrated walk, demonstrating how to structure a recount into an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. The video concludes with encouragement for viewers to write their own recounts and share them with family members.

What is the main activity planned in the lesson?

• Drawing a picture

• Going on a walk

• Writing a poem

• Cooking a meal

What is the purpose of recount writing?

• To retell events in order

• To create fictional stories

• To describe future plans

• To write persuasive essays

Which tense should be used in recount writing?

• Conditional tense

• Past tense

• Present tense

• Future tense

What is the first thing the narrator did on the walk?

• Crossed the traffic lights

• Put on walking shoes

• Smelled the lavender

• Looked at the cherry blossom tree

What question is NOT part of writing the introduction?

• What

• Who

• How

• Why

How many paragraphs should the recount be broken into?

• Three

• Four

• One

• Two

What is a time connective used for?

• To describe a place

• To indicate sequence

• To express feelings

• To introduce a character

What should be included in the conclusion of a recount?

• A new event

• A question

• Future plans

• Personal feelings

What is suggested to do after writing your recount?

• Keep it private

• Send it to a friend

• Read it to a family member

• Publish it online