Terrible and Treacherous Typhoons
Throughout this term year 6 have been learning about natural disasters. Our studies started with an examination of the differing layers of the Earth; and the tectonic plate theory. This provided us with the foundations to enable an understanding of how and why such disasters occur. Independent research and dedicated focus on case studies have allowed year 6 to realize the short and long term effects that arise once a natural disaster strikes a country. With this in mind Year 6 have produced some beautiful emotive poetry based upon hurricanes. They felt that this was an appropriate angle to take considering the threat of hurricanes on our islands. Please read through a selected sample of their poetry. You will notice how they have used poetic devices to good effect. Look out for the power of 3, hyperbole, similes, metaphors, puns and so on as they manipulate language to ensure the creation of a powerful poem which hits the heart of the reader!