Year 4 English – Term 2 (WA Curriculum): Term 2 Language Skills

What this unit covers

In Term 2, Year 4 English in the WA Curriculum centres on the unit “Term 2 Language Skills”.

Term 2 English for Year 4. Writing (24 lessons), Reading (16 lessons), Speaking & Listening (40 lessons).

Lesson sequence (80 lessons)

The unit breaks down into the following lesson-by-lesson sequence — each title below is a teachable lesson, in order:

1. Writing Engaging Story Openings
2. Using Descriptive Language in Narratives
3. Creating Character Profiles for Stories
4. Building Tension and Conflict in Narratives
5. Writing Satisfying Story Endings
6. Planning and Drafting Personal Recounts
7. Using Time Connectives in Recounts
8. Adding Details and Emotions to Recounts
9. Writing Clear Procedural Texts
10. Using Command Verbs and Sequential Language
11. Creating Illustrated How-To Guides
12. Researching and Planning Information Reports
13. Organising Facts into Report Paragraphs
14. Using Subject-Specific Vocabulary in Reports
15. Writing Persuasive Arguments
16. Using Modal Verbs to Express Opinion
17. Supporting Arguments with Evidence
18. Spelling Words with Silent Letters
19. Applying the 'i before e' Rule
20. Using Apostrophes for Contractions and Possession
21. Combining Simple Sentences with Conjunctions
22. Editing and Proofreading Written Work
23. Publishing Writing Using Digital Tools
24. Reflecting on Writing Goals and Progress
25. Identifying main ideas and supporting details in informational texts
26. Using context clues to determine unfamiliar word meanings
27. Comparing and contrasting characters across different stories
28. Reading with expression and appropriate pacing
29. Analysing how illustrations support written text
30. Making predictions using text evidence and prior knowledge
31. Understanding cause and effect relationships in narratives
32. Exploring different points of view in fiction texts
33. Identifying text features in non-fiction books
34. Drawing inferences from character actions and dialogue
35. Recognising author's purpose in persuasive texts
36. Building vocabulary through word families and roots
37. Summarising key events in chapter books
38. Analysing how setting influences story events
39. Reading and interpreting simple graphs and charts
40. Connecting themes across different text types
41. Developing Active Listening Skills Through Partner Activities
42. Using Voice Volume and Pace for Different Audiences
43. Following Multi-Step Oral Instructions Accurately
44. Expressing Personal Opinions with Supporting Reasons
45. Retelling Stories with Proper Sequence and Detail
46. Asking Clarifying Questions During Discussions
47. Using Body Language to Support Oral Communication
48. Participating Respectfully in Group Conversations
49. Giving Clear Instructions for Simple Tasks
50. Listening for Main Ideas in Spoken Texts
51. Using Descriptive Language in Oral Presentations
52. Responding Appropriately to Different Types of Questions
53. Sharing Personal Experiences Through Storytelling
54. Using Formal and Informal Language Appropriately
55. Collaborating Effectively in Small Group Tasks
56. Presenting Information About Familiar Topics
57. Using Connecting Words to Link Ideas in Speech
58. Listening for Specific Information and Details
59. Expressing Agreement and Disagreement Politely
60. Preparing and Delivering Short Oral Reports
61. Using Drama to Explore Character Emotions
62. Building Vocabulary Through Word Games and Discussion
63. Giving and Receiving Constructive Feedback
64. Understanding Different Points of View in Discussions
65. Using Questioning Techniques to Gather Information
66. Retelling News Events and Current Topics
67. Practicing Pronunciation and Clear Speech
68. Engaging Audiences Through Storytelling Techniques
69. Listening to and Following Safety Instructions
70. Using Persuasive Language in Oral Arguments
71. Role-Playing Different Social Situations
72. Summarising Information from Audio Texts
73. Presenting Book Reviews and Recommendations
74. Using Tone of Voice to Convey Meaning
75. Participating in Formal Debates and Discussions
76. Creating and Performing Simple Dialogues
77. Listening for Bias and Opinion in Spoken Texts
78. Using Visual Aids to Support Oral Presentations
79. Interviewing Classmates and Community Members
80. Reflecting on and Evaluating Speaking and Listening Skills

Curriculum codes in this unit

Content codes:

Reading the codes: WA codes (the ones starting with WA) pack the year level, learning area, strand and content number into one string, while the national Australian Curriculum v9 uses a different anatomy that starts with AC9 — same content family, different labels. Our complete WA Curriculum guide decodes both, character by character.

Planning notes for Term 2

WA terms run roughly 9–11 weeks, and in 2026 Term 2 runs from Monday 20 April to Friday 3 July — 11 weeks for WA public schools. With 80 lessons in this unit, that leaves breathing room for assessment, moderation and the weeks that disappear to carnivals, camps and public holidays — plan the assessable work to land two to three weeks before the end of term rather than in the final week.