English

In this unit pupils will study a range of texts focused on the theme of Detectives.

Pupils will develop their knowledge and understanding of real and fictional detectives and will consider the impact of the detective genre on the world of literature. They will read texts written by a range of writers including Arthur Conan Doyle, Agatha Christie and Alexander McCall Smith. During this unit, pupils will  be given the opportunity to develop their exposition writing skills and the skills needed when answering impressions questions.