Reading for information and layout techniques (Bikesafe)

• Literacy
• Primary Education

In this session, you will:

• Read for specific information (this can be located in different parts of the text)
• Examine layout features used to present information
• Identify purpose of text and recognise how language is used to achieve purpose
• Complete a letter writing activity

Layout features include:

• Bullet points
• Numbered points
• Headings/Subheadings
• Images
• Icons/slogans
• Use of colour
• Bold writing

What layout features have been used in the Bike Safe leaflet?

What is the main purpose of the Bike Safe leaflet?

1. Inform
2. Instruct
3. Persuade
4. Entertain

What is another word for 'entail' as used in the sentence "what will it entail?"

1. include
2. encourage

Name 4 different topics that the workshops will include.

Who is the BikeSafe scheme aimed at?

1. Learners with no experience of biking
2. New and experienced bikers

Which of the following is true?

1. Neil Hodgson says that there is always room for improvement in biking regardless of experience.
2. Neil Hodgson says that he has years of experience in riding and has mastered all the skills needed.

List 4 benefits from taking part in the BikeSafe scheme.

What layout features have been used in The Ambulance People leaflet?

What is the main purpose of The Ambulance People leaflet?

1. Inform
2. Instruct
3. Persuade
4. Entertain

"Get A Quote" is an example of:

1. Repetition
2. Superlative
3. Direct Address
4. Imperative

Give an example from The Ambulance People where Direct Address has been used.

"We provide the best first line emergency response" is an example of :

1. Imperative
2. Superlative
3. Anecdote
4. Fact

Write a letter to a friend who has recently passed their motorbike test.

Include the following:

• Explain that you are writing to tell them about the Bike Safe scheme
• Include a paragraph about what the scheme entails
• Include a paragraph about the benefits of it and what others have said
• End the letter by giving them contact details on where they can find more information about the scheme.