Y6

GPS

Formal and Informal Vocabulary Prior Learning

Worksheet
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This Year 6 Formal and Informal Vocabulary Prior Learning worksheet covers previous Y6 learning on synonyms and how synonyms are used in sentences. With three varied fluency, two reasoning and one application question, children can familiarise themselves again with synonyms before moving onto learning about formal and informal vocabulary.

This worksheet can be used with individuals or small groups of children who may need extra support before moving onto the main learning of this lesson. It can also be used as an intervention.


Curriculum Objectives

  • The difference between vocabulary typical of informal speech and vocabulary appropriate for formal speech and writing [for example, find out – discover; ask for – request; go in – enter]