Time To STEAL
The way in which an author reveals information about a character is called characterisation. There are two types of characterisation
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Resource Review: Tutoring with the Lightning Squad
Tutoring with the Lightning Squad At a glance An evidence-based literacy programme which improves reading skills for pupils in Years
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Resource Review: The Literacy Curriculum
The Literary Curriculum from The Literacy Tree At a glance A complete book-based approach to literacy to interest, engage and
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Resource Review: Write Like A Ninja
Write Like a Ninja At a glance An essential toolkit for every KS2 writer to use as a quick reference
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Literacy and LEGO Minifigures
The centrepieces of any LEGO are the LEGO Minifigures, also known as a ‘minifigs’. They were first introduced in 1978
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Are You Having A Laugh?
Okay, so today is April Fools Day but this blog isn’t out to trick you.
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Would You Rather…
One of my favourite books for children is Would You Rather… by John Burningham. This is a silly book with
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Foggy Writing
Clear writing and readability is everything. It will make or break your engagement and success with the text. Sometimes writing
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Watch Your SPEED
Do you encourage your class to watch their SPEED? Some teachers like their children to PEE (Point, Example, Explanation). Some
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CHIPS in Class
Are CHIPS on the menu in your class?
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