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Which aspects of grammar are most important for primary learners?
A strong understanding of grammar provides vital building blocks for children as they learn to speak and write, allowing every learner to actively communicate their ideas and feelings.
3 strategies for pre-teaching vocabulary
Pre-teaching is a teaching strategy that involves introducing learners to new concepts before they are taught explicitly in the classroom.
9 strategies for improving writing skills in primary school
Learners use writing as a vehicle through which to express themselves and their ideas, both in and out of the classroom, in every subject across the curriculum. By improving learners’ writing skills, you prepare them for success in wider life.
12 strategies for reading comprehension across different text types
Reading comprehension unlocks the written word by creating meaning out of text. In this article, we look at the comprehension challenges of different text types and strategies educators can use to address them.
Using poetry to improve literacy development in primary learners
Poetry is one of the most important types of writing learners will encounter in education and, throughout their time at school, they will explore many different examples.
The benefits of using Pupil Premium for literacy improvement in primary schools
Schools are receiving more funding from the government to help them support the most disadvantaged pupils. This includes the Pupil Premium . In this article, we will look at the benefits of using Pupil Premium for literacy improvement in primary schools.
How to choose the right school for your child
Choosing the right school for your child is a crucial decision, but it can often feel overwhelming for some parents.
How to use a KWL chart to improve reading comprehension
A KWL chart is a great way to help learners increase their reading comprehension. Learn what it is, as well as ways it can be implemented in your lessons.
Disciplinary literacy in science
The pros and cons of hiring a tutor for your child
Hiring a tutor for your child can be an excellent way to help them become a more confident and successful student. But when might you need to hire a tutor? And what are the pros and cons of doing so? This post outlines some of the key factors to consider.
What is pre-teaching?
How teaching sentence structure can improve reading comprehension
Sentence structure is vital to writing instruction, but its impact goes deeper than that.