This week we have been using 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone' to help us with our diary writing. We focused on Chapter 4 (The Keeper of the Keys) where Harry meets Hagrid for the first time and learns that he is a wizard!
In class we focused on the characters of Aunt Petunia and Uncle Vernon however for homework I would like you to put yourself into Hagrid's shoes.
I would like you to write a diary entry that explains Hagrid's thoughts and feelings at this stage of the story. Remember to include the features of the genre:
Homework is due by Thursday 22nd October. When you submit your comment, remember our e-safety rules and only use your first name.
In class we focused on the characters of Aunt Petunia and Uncle Vernon however for homework I would like you to put yourself into Hagrid's shoes.
I would like you to write a diary entry that explains Hagrid's thoughts and feelings at this stage of the story. Remember to include the features of the genre:
- First person
- Informal tone (including contractions)
- Adverbial clauses for time
- Chronological order
- Adjectives to describe thoughts and feelings
- Powerful verbs
- Paragraphs for changes of time or event
Homework is due by Thursday 22nd October. When you submit your comment, remember our e-safety rules and only use your first name.