English as an Additional Language: Handy Strategies for Primary Classrooms

There are now more than one million learners in UK schools who speak English as an additional language. 

5 Types of Reluctant Writer and How to Encourage Them | KS1 Literacy

“Okay, everyone… It’s time to pick up our pencils and….”

“CAN I GO TO THE TOILET, MISS!”

10 Not-Too-Spooky Stories For KS1 Halloween Fun

“What did the ghost teacher say to her class?”

“Look at the whiteboard, and I’ll go through it again…”

10 Classroom Life Lessons from Roald Dahl

“So, please, oh please, we beg, we pray, 
Go throw your TV set away, 
And in its place you can install
A lovely bookcase on the wall.” 

– Charlie & The Chocolate Factory.

Why Is Early Literacy In Childhood So Important?

No matter what the academic subject, strong foundations in literacy are the building blocks. An early grasp of reading and writing in childhood can often make the difference between success and struggle, throughout primary education and beyond. 

Back To School: 5 Icebreakers to Help with Getting to Know Your New Class

The school gates are open, the coffee mugs are filled, and children are scuttling through the door wearing baggy jumpers with plenty of ‘growing room’. 

The first day of term is here.

How To Build Confidence in Early Years Writing

The early years foundation stage (EYFS) is a pivotal time in the development of a child’s literacy.

Can Mighty Writer Be Used with Other Resources?

The simple answer is yes!

You can use Mighty Writer alongside any other resources or strategies you already use. It is also designed to be used as a standalone resource. 

Does Mighty Writer Work with Talk for Writing?

A better question is why does Mighty Writer work with Talk for Writing when – on the surface at least – they appear to be fundamentally different approaches to literacy.

How to Support your Literacy Teaching in KS1&2

There are so many fantastic resources available to use with children to enable them to make progress in their literacy skills.

You can mix and match them depending on your focus and the children you are working with.

Tell Me Your Ideas | Teaching Primary Literacy

The process of learning to write involves a wide range of skills.  

Children need to acquire them and apply them. They need to become adept at combining them effectively.

It is our job to make this journey a simple one!

How to Make Writing Exciting for KS1 Children

Getting ready!

I love it when a plan comes together!

The times when I literally couldn’t wait to teach what I’d planned.

I knew the children would be inspired.  I could see the outcome in my mind’s eye and I was confident in how my class would achieve it.