Writing – recount

Friday 30 January 2026

This week, the children have written a recount as if they were a Celt getting prepared for the Roman Invasion.

In their writing, the children have included:

Here are some examples of their work.

Violet:

‘It dawned upon me that today was the day of the battle. I felt a jolt of dread like a lightening bolt strike. I knew I had to be as prepared as I possibly could be.’

Stanley:

‘Eventually, I knew it was time to go. As we crept in the shadows of the forest, we could see the Roman soldiers.’

Kiera:

‘The sun from far below the clouds glistened in the cold breeze as I slowly pulled aside my sheep skin throw. A sea of fury washed over me as I thought about the battle ahead.’

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