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1.3.9 Writing the text of a leaflet

Writing the text of a leaflet: understand the requirement

  1. Specification focus. text of a leaflet.
  2. Why it matters. The requirement is demonstrated through relevant decisions and developed evidence, not by repeating terminology or a memorised paragraph formula.
Key Idea
  • Translate the wording into an action: decide what you must identify, interpret, analyse, compare, evaluate, craft or deliver.

Writing the text of a leaflet: practical method

  1. Decode the task. Identify form, audience and purpose before choosing voice, content and organisation.
  2. Plan progression. Give each paragraph a distinct role and order ideas so that the piece develops rather than repeats.
  3. Craft deliberately. Choose precise vocabulary and vary sentence structures to control clarity, pace, tone and emphasis.
  4. Edit in layers. Check meaning and structure first, then grammar, punctuation and spelling.

Writing the text of a leaflet: apply the skill

  1. Worked approach. Begin with a precise claim, support it with a carefully chosen example, explain the reasoning or crafted choice, and connect the result back to the task.
  2. Improve through diagnosis. Name the exact weakness, such as unsupported inference, thin analysis, weak organisation or inaccurate expression, then revise that feature and compare the result.
Exam technique
  • For Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Language A, follow the exact component route and command words. Balance textual knowledge, developed analysis and controlled writing.
Common Mistake
  • Avoid generic effects and universal formulas. Every explanation or crafted choice must fit this task, text, purpose and audience.
Self review
  • Can I explain writing the text of a leaflet in my own words?
  • Can I apply the method to an unfamiliar task?
  • Have I used precise evidence or deliberate crafted choices?
  • Can I identify and correct one likely weakness?
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Before writing a leaflet, identify three things: the form, the audience and the purpose. These decisions control your vocabulary, tone, level of detail and organisation.

Translate the task into an action. Decide whether you must inform, persuade, advise, warn, compare or encourage the reader to act.

For example, a leaflet for teenagers about reducing food waste should use accessible language, practical advice and an encouraging tone.

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Question 1

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Your school is holding an evening introduction to stargazing for students and their families. Write the text for a leaflet inviting people to attend and explaining how beginners will be included.

Your work will be assessed on communication and adaptation to audience and purpose (27 marks), and organisation and technical accuracy (18 marks).

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1.3.9 Writing the text of a leaflet Revision Guide

  1. IGCSE
  2. /English Language
  3. /1.3.9 Writing the text of a leaflet

Revision notes for Edexcel A IGCSE English Language 1.3.9 Writing the text of a leaflet: explanations and worked examples.

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