Information Architects · Informational Writing

The Art of the Instructional Text

Writing clear, concise instructions using imperative verbs and chronological markers.

Key Questions

  1. 1What happens to the clarity of a process if the imperative verbs are ambiguous?
  2. 2How do adverbials of time help the reader follow a multi-step procedure?
  3. 3Why must instructional writing anticipate the potential mistakes of the reader?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: English - Writing Composition
Year: Year 5
Subject: English
Unit: Information Architects
Period: Informational Writing

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