Mark Making Activities for EYFS - Bauble Decorating

Engage early years children in a creative mark-making activity by decorating paper baubles with patterns! Boost fine motor skills and prepare them for writing in a fun, educational way with this activity!

The 7 Essential Areas of Phonics for Key Stage One

In this blog, we will explore the seven areas of phonics for Key Stage One: environmental sounds, instrumental sounds, body sounds, rhythm and rhyme, alliteration, voice sounds, and oral blending and segmenting. Understanding and practising these areas can significantly improve children's literacy abilities. 

Engage KS1 Pupils with this Fun and Interactive Phonics Activity!

Engage young learners with tactile and visual phonics activities. Discover how to create interactive, fun, and educational themed tables for letter recognition and sound association in Key Stage One classrooms.

How to Write a Book Review | Key Stage One Literacy

A book review for Key Stage 1 (KS1) literacy is a short, simple evaluation of a book written by young children. Read to learn more about the benefits of writing book reviews in KS1!

Creating a Fun and Engaging Writing Area for Early Years

Engaging Word Bank Displays for your Classroom!

A word bank is a collection of words displayed visually within the classroom, designed to support and enhance literacy learning. Learn the benefits of a word bank display, and how you can incorporate Mighty Writer into your displays!

Top Tips for Teaching EAL Pupils in Key Stage One Literacy

Teaching English as an Additional Language (EAL) pupils in Key Stage One can be a rewarding yet challenging experience. Here are our top tips!

A Guide to Creative Writing in Key Stage One

Creative writing is a crucial skill for KS1 pupils, as it nurtures their imagination and communication abilities. Welcome to our guide for creative writing in KS1.

Setting Clear Learning Objectives Aligned with the Curriculum

Literacy is a fundamental skill that underpins a child's overall educational journey, particularly during Key Stage One. At this stage, children begin to develop critical reading and writing abilities that will serve as the foundation for their future learning. Setting clear learning objectives plays a crucial role in ensuring that these literacy skills are effectively taught and mastered. 

The Power of Guided Reading in Key Stage One

From vocabulary enhancements to building critical literacy skills, guided reading is a crucial activity for key stage one. Read more...

Closing the Literacy Gap: Effective Strategies for Key Stage One Pupils Post-COVID-19

With the sudden transition to home learning, many children faced significant challenges in maintaining their literacy progress... Read more to learn how to close the literacy gap

KS1 Literacy: Harnessing Phonics for Writing Development

Phonics is an essential tool in the development of writing skills, serving as the foundational bridge between sounds and letters. By understanding the relationship between phonemes (sounds) and graphemes (letters), children can decode words more effectively. Read to learn how to teach phonics effectively in key stage one, and its use for writing development.