Reading non-fiction: necessity and pleasure
Let me ask you a question: Where do you encounter non-fiction reading in your everyday life? And is this a pleasurable experience or is your use of everyday non-fiction literacy purely out of necessity?
We look at non-fiction in the primary school and consider how it is both a necessity and a pleasure.
Preparing for the KS2 reading SAT
Ideas to help you prepare for the key stage 2 reading SAT. Perfect for new teachers and those looking for some quick reminders.
To PEE or not to PEE, that is the question
I share my thoughts about the PEE acronym and its usefulness (or not) for answering extended comprehension questions in Key Stage 2.
Assessing Writing – Making it simple and manageable
Assessing writing can be complicated and time consuming. In this article we take a look at a few ways to simplify the process and introduce you to the Primary English Writing Assessment Grids.