Blue pencil blog banner 28th Sep 2023

How To Use Story Starters to Improve Writing Skills for KS2 Pupils

We know that encouraging children to write creatively is an essential part of their learning. However, it can be challenging to inspire children to write interesting and engaging stories. This is where story starters come in. Story starters are a fantastic way to help children get their creative juices flowing and improve their writing skills. Here's how to use them effectively in your classroom. 

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blog-3 26th Sep 2023

What Activities Promote Writing in Early Years?

Writing is not only a fundamental skill but also a means of self-expression and communication. By engaging children in various activities that promote writing, we can help them develop their creativity, critical thinking, and language skills. Here are some activities that you can try with your children to promote writing in the early years: 

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light blue read me banner 24th Sep 2023

Why Are Story Starters an Effective Tool for Engaging KS2 Children in Writing?

One effective tool that can help spark their imagination and creativity is the use of story starters. In this blog post, we will explore why story starters are important and provide you with some examples. 

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Blue pencil blog banner 22nd Sep 2023

How to Teach a Struggling Child to Write

Writing is an essential skill that not only allows children to express themselves but also enhances their communication abilities. If you have a struggling child in your classroom, here are some strategies you can use to support their writing development: 

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blue read me blog banner 20th Sep 2023

What Should A 6-Year-Old Be Able to Write?

It's important to remember that every child develops at their own pace, but there are certain expectations for what a 6-year-old should be able to write. In this blog post, we will provide you with a general guide to help you understand what your children may be capable of at this age. 

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orange pencil blog banner 18th Sep 2023

How Can I Help My Year One Child with Writing?

Writing is not only a fundamental skill, but it also helps children express their thoughts and ideas, enhances their communication skills, and fosters creativity. If you have a child in Year One and want to support their writing development, here are some top tips to help them on their journey. 

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light blue read me banner 28th Aug 2023

Writing with Confidence: Building Self-Assurance in Your KS1 Pupil's Writing Skills

As a primary school literacy teacher, you know that writing is a vital skill for your pupils to develop. However, some children can struggle with self-confidence when it comes to expressing themselves in writing. In this blog post, we’ll explore some techniques and strategies that you can use to help build your KS1 pupils’ self-assurance in their writing skills. 

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Blue pencil blog banner 26th Aug 2023

Exercises in Retelling Stories - Key Stage One

In this blog post, I will share some engaging exercises that you can incorporate into your lessons to encourage your pupils to practice retelling stories. 

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red read me blog banner 24th Aug 2023

Sentence Structure Activities for Key Stage One Classes

As we strive to make learning fun and engaging for our young pupils, one area that requires special attention is sentence structure. By providing activities that focus on sentence building, we can help children develop their writing skills and improve their overall literacy. Here are some exciting activities that you can incorporate into your lessons:

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Light Blue Pencil blog banner 22nd Aug 2023

Lesson Plan: Using Picture Prompts for Writing in Key Stage One

In this lesson, we will be focusing on using picture prompts for writing skills in young learners. Picture prompts are a wonderful way to engage your pupils' imaginations and encourage them to express their ideas through writing. Let's dive in!

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blue read me blog banner 20th Aug 2023

3 Sentence Formation Exercises for your Key Stage One Class

In this article, we will explore three interactive and engaging exercises that you can incorporate into your classroom to enhance your pupils' sentence formation abilities.

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orange pencil blog banner 18th Aug 2023

Using Mighty Writer for Creative Writing

Creative writing not only allows children to express themselves but also helps develop their language and literacy skills. Learn about Mighty Writer and creative writing within this blog!

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