At the lower primary level, the sequential 4-picture composition prompt helps the younger pupils write a logically sequenced story. However, since all the students are writing the exact same story, how can your child make his or her writing stand out from the crowd?

Being able to use precise verbs and nouns, even at the lower primary level, allows the reader to engage with the story,  picturing each scene clearly. In this composition, Kylan has used precise verbs such as “noticed” and “spotted” instead of “saw” in his writing.

Kylan’s use of Show, Not Tell emotions also gave the reader a vivid description of how the character, Bob, expressed his horror.

When your child adds these little details to his or her writing, the story automatically becomes more exciting! Kylan employed the use of a few descriptive techniques, allowing him to produce this masterpiece.

Click here to read more model compositions written by our students.

At LiteracyPlus, we cover the basics for our lower primary pupils by helping them use their knowledge of complete sentences to craft a composition. Additionally, they learn how to “fill in gaps” for continuity, ensuring their story does not have any gaps. The lower primary pupils also learn higher level elaborative techniques for their 4-picture prompt such as the use of precise verbs and nouns. They also learn how to use Showing techniques to describe how their characters are feeling in an interesting manner. Fantastic application of these skills, Kylan!

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