being a prosnowboarderTeachers’ Notes

Radar is an exciting series of high interest, non-fiction titles.

Each spread employs features of a specific text type showing how information can be presented in this format. In the table on page 3 of the teachers’ notes the ‘spread references’ in the right hand column identify the predominant text type present in that article, although there may be features of other text types evident.

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Being a Pro Snowboarder activity 1 (History)Text type: non chronological reportKey features: ideas are presented succinctly in note form under the relevant headings for each snowboarding event. Differentiation: opportunities for differentiation can include paired or group work. The activity can be further differentiated by identifying which snowboarding events the children should include in their research.Gifted and Talented: the activity can be extended further with the children researching any additional snowboarding events included in the Olympics or identifying those participants who won Silver or Bronze medals in the events.

Being a Pro Snowboarder activity 2 (Geography)Text type: non chronological reportKey features: information is recorded in brief sentences using the present tense, where information is presented under sub headings.Differentiation: opportunities for differentiation can include paired work. The activity can be further differentiated by identifying which regions are to be researched or specifying which snowboarding events are to be included.

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Activity Notes (contd)

Gifted and Talented: the activity can be extended further by identifying where the regions / countries are on a world map. Additional geographical information about these regions can be researched, with the children identifying other facts such as population, height above sea level, etc

Being a Pro Snowboarder activity 3 (Art / D.T.)Text type: explanatory textKey features: ideas are presented in brief note form under relevant headings in the grid. Design ideas are presented in the form of diagrams with labels giving additional information, where necessary.Differentiation: opportunities for differentiation can include paired work in designing different aspects. The activity can be further differentiated by specifying which colours or patterns / logos need to be included.Gifted and Talented: the activity can be further extended by designing outfits for all the different snowboarding events using the same colours / patterns / logos. The resulting designs can then used as part of competition or class display.

Open ended discussion activitiesDiscussion points: the following can be used as open ended questions toencourage discussion and debate about specific aspects of being a pro snowboarder. They are devised to encourage children to consider and discuss opposing points of view.• With its increasing popularity at professional level, how can snowboarding be

made more accessible?• Some may consider snowboarding a leisure activity rather than a sport, so

how can its inclusion in the Winter Olympics be justified?• With some aspects of snowboarding being seen as dangerous, how can

young amateurs make sure they practise the sport safely?

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What are the text types and how do they work?

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Text type

Recount text

Explanatory text

Non-chronological report

Persuasive text

Biographical text

Spread references

Real life story (p10–11)Blog spot (p30-31)

Don’t try this at home (p24-25)Feel it (p4-5)Record breakers (p20-21)The lingo (p12-13)

All about (p6-7)The history bit (p28–29)5-minute interview (p22-23)Zone in (p14-15, 26-27)World view (p8-9)

Get the gear! (p16-17)Fan club (p32)

Poster page (p18–19)

Key features

In non fiction texts, recounts are used to provide an account of one or more events. They are usually written in the past tense, in the first or third person. The information is written in chronological order, with sentences often linked by time connectives. Relevant detail is added to describe the different events. A common example of this text type is a newspaper report.

Written in the present tense with an opening statement to introduce the topic of discussion. The ideas for explanation are written in a logical order, including facts to interest the reader. Sentences are written using connectives to link ideas. Other features such as illustrations, labels, captions can be included to enhance the explanation.

Written in the third person. Non-chronological reports are usually written in the present tense, although reports based on historical information tend to be written in the past tense. A report is usually organised within a structure including both general, and specific information about the subject, under sub-headings. Charts and illustrations can be used to reinforce or enhance information being presented.

Persuasive texts can either be written to be read, or spoken. The text begins with a statement putting forward a point of view. Simple sentences are ordered to argue this point of view. Within the text, points are elaborated upon with evidence, to convince the reader or listener. The statement, or point of view is usually reinforced at the end.

Biographical texts are often a combination of other test types. The information is recorded under different headings relevant to the subject matter and is often organised chronologically. The text is usually based on facts, but can also include opinion. The information within each heading includes detail to interest the reader.

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Olympic snowboarding disciplinesName: Date:

The first elements of snowboarding were introduced into the Winter Olympics in 1998. As its popularity has increased more and more elements have been included as medal winning events.

Use a range of information sources to research four different snowboarding events recognised by the International Olympic Committee. Try to identify when the event was first included in the Winter Olympics and details of any Gold medal winners. Record your findings in the chart below. Activity 1

Snowboarding Year of introduction Gold medalevent to the Winter Olympics winner(s)

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Snowboarding around the worldName: Date:

Being a professional snowboarder can mean travelling all around the world to find the best snow.

Use a range of information sources to research different parts of the world that are ‘hot spots’ for snowboarding. As well as naming the regions, identify any key features and any snowboarding events that are held there. Record your ideas in the fact files below.

Region:

Country:

Key ‘snow’ features:

Snowboarding events:

Region:

Country:

Key ‘snow’ features:

Snowboarding events:

Region:

Country:

Key ‘snow’ features:

Snowboarding events:

Activity 2

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Get the right gearName: Date:

Each type of snowboarding event has its own style of clothing and equipment which is designed to help the boarder perform to the best of their ability.

Choose one of the snowboarding events and use information sources to research the style of clothing and equipment relevant to that event. Now create your own design for each element. Use the grid below to make notes about chosen features and designs, before sketching your ideas.

event board boots outfit helmet

Activity 3

Board

Event:

Outfit

Boots

Helmet

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