Red pencil blog banner 9th May 2025

Picture Prompt Poetry: Transforming KS1 Literacy into a Creative Adventure

This lesson plan is designed to inspire KS1 children to explore the art of poetry writing, through the use of colourful picture prompts! Dive in to learn more...

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blue read me blog banner 6th May 2025

Re-Invisioning Literacy in KS1: Building Strong Foundations for Lifelong Learning

Drawing on insights from the Ofsted annual report 23/24, discover how building a strong foundation in language, communication, and social skills during early years is crucial for literacy success.

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orange pencil blog banner 2nd May 2025

The Magic of Letter Writing: A Hands-On KS1 Adventure with Mighty Writer

Discover how the innovative Mighty Writer Resource transforms traditional letter writing into an interactive, hands-on activity.

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light blue read me banner 28th Apr 2025

10 Ways Parents Can Supercharge Literacy at Home | KS1

Discover effective ways to enhance your child's literacy skills at home with expert tips.

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Blue pencil blog banner 25th Mar 2025

Unlocking Young Voices - The Power of Oracy at KS1

Oracy, defined as the ability to express oneself fluently and grammatically in speech, is a crucial component of early education and sets the stage for future academic success. We'll cover the importance of oracy for literacy success, techniques for encouraging discussion and story-telling.

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blue read me blog banner 22nd Mar 2025

"Odd One Out" Literacy Lesson for Key Stage One

Conversation is an essential tool in building literacy skills in young learners. With this activity, you can encourage conversation, laying the foundation for effective communication and comprehension.

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red read me blog banner 20th Mar 2025

Make KS1 Writing Fun With Our Top Tips

“The most difficult thing about writing; is writing the first line.” - Amit Kalantri.

Whether you’re an author on your tenth novel, or a six-year-old tentatively hovering their pencil, it’s certainly true that those first lines are the hardest.

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Red pencil blog banner 18th Mar 2025

Building Simple Sentences with Picture Prompts - KS1 Literacy

Picture prompts have proven to be an effective tool in making learning both enjoyable and interactive. In this blog, we'll cover how to use visual prompts in your KS1 literacy lessons.

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light blue read me banner 15th Mar 2025

The Power of Play in Key Stage One

Play is a vital component of Key Stage One education as it supports the development of fine motor skills. In this blog, we'll delve into the role of play in developing fine motor skills, building strength and stamina through play and more!

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Orange read me blog banner 10th Mar 2025

Enhancing Key Stage One Oracy - Innovative Learning Strategies

This blog will delve into the importance of oracy, the benefits of interactive learning, and practical strategies for teachers to adopt in their classrooms; each section illuminates a different aspect of how oral communication supports literacy development.  

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