What Is Vygotsky's Theory and Why Is It Important To KS1 Literacy?

As a primary teacher, you know that all children learn differently; what makes the penny drop for Jamie could be confusing for Jade, while Jackson remains dedicated to staring out of the window.

Ditch the Glitter! These Festive KS1 Lesson Plans Are Good, Clean Fun

December is officially here, and the glitter is twinkling menacingly from the art supply cupboard. Surely there’s another way to keep the class’ attention this Christmas? One that you won’t need to pick out of your jumper for the next 6 weeks?

Fun Tips to Conquer Common KS1 Grammar Mistakes

Good grammar can make the difference between “it’s time to eat, grandad” and “it’s time to eat grandad”!

8 Ways to Get a Free Mighty Writer!

So, you’ve seen the reviews, watched our training videos and downloaded the Teacher’s Guide. You’re thoroughly convinced that Mighty Writer is the perfect literacy tool for your primary school – but as always, the budget is restrictive.

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 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 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!

Constructive Classroom Organisation | Key Stage One

Where there is creativity there is always mess! 

I like to try and keep most things organised and with that sometimes come the assumption that I can be bossy! 

But children are curious and creative. Their play and exploration is always purposeful but it can be messy!