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Skills for Life Writing Levels 1 and 2 – Leaflets and Information Sheets

 

Task Description

A leaflet or information sheet is a piece of writing that is going to be read by many different people. Its purpose is to give information.

 

	Language	Who you are writing for and what you are writing about will determine the style, register and language you will use.
		Style	This should be attractive for the reader but at the same time the message must be succinct. Bullet points, underlining and boxes can be effective.
		Register	The relationship between the writer and the reader will determine the register used. Again, it must be consistent.
		Functions	All leaflets or information sheets will be informative and most will have language of advice, persuasion or warning, but this will depend on why you are writing and the topic. Most leaflets are written using present tenses.
		Vocabulary	This should be directly related to the topic.
	Organisation	You want to attract the reader from the beginning and a good layout and organisation can do this.
		Title	Give the leaflet or information sheet a title which tells the reader about the subject and makes him/her want to read it. Use headings for different sections.
		Paragraphs	Don’t forget an introduction, body and conclusion.
			Introduction	The first paragraph could be a message to the reader informing them what they will learn by reading the sheet.
			Body	Paragraphs should be short and precise and in a logical order. Use headings for each different topic.
			Conclusion	This should end the leaflet in a friendly way.

 

Understanding the Task

To understand better how candidates need to approach this task, it may help you to do the activity yourself and analyse what you had to do to find the right answer.

 

Look at this sample leaflet/information sheet task. Complete the task, thinking about how you are doing it.

 

Sample leaflet/information sheet task

 

You have been asked by your college to produce an advice leaflet to help students who are new to the area. Your answer should give advice which will help the students settle into the local area.

 

Write a leaflet which includes information on accommodation, shopping, education and things to do in their free-time.

 

Write about 200 words.

 

Things to consider

Now look at these questions about how you approached the task and consider your answers.

1. Who are you?
2. Who are you writing to?
3. Why are you writing?
4. How will you organise your writing?
5. What register and style should you use?
6. What kind of language should you use?
7. What vocabulary would be suitable?