In Y6, we need to be able to punctuate dialogue correctly. Dialogue is just another way of saying speech.
Below, you will find activities to help you develop your ability to use dialogue.
- First, you will check that you can write speech correctly. Remember, use different verbs and adverbs to make it more interesting. You also need to put new speech on a new line.
- Next, you will write some speech that tells the reader about your character. You will show, not tell.
- Finally, you will write some speech that tells the reader what is happening in the story.