Write This Way: Structured lessons and activities for reluctant young writers

This book is a structured program that makes writing engaging and accessible for reluctant writers by encouraging primary teachers and learners to work together. It covers all aspects of primary school writing and provides ready-to-use resources for each topic, including mini lessons, discovery tools, and activities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 29 February 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Many children struggle with writing for various reasons, such as finding it tedious or frustrating, or struggling with dyslexia or dysgraphia. To address this issue, a structured program of writing activities and lessons has been developed. This program aims to make writing engaging and accessible for reluctant writers by encouraging collaboration between primary teachers and learners. The book covers all aspects of primary school writing, including grammar, sentence development, punctuation, paragraph writing, and planning. It also provides teachers with strategies to develop self-sufficiency skills in writing and promote learner independence. Each section in the book builds on previous skills learned, from word level up to creative writing, providing pupils with a comprehensive range of writing tools. The ready-to-use resources for each topic, including mini lessons, discovery tools, and activities, offer extensions and adaptations to suit all pupil needs, including engaging ideas for multisensory learning, group interventions, and outdoor learning.

For school staff working with children who find writing challenging, this practical toolkit offers a range of activities based on solid research and hands-on experience. These activities can be easily incorporated into lessons and teaching practices to support children's writing development. By implementing these strategies, teachers can help children overcome their writing struggles and become more confident and proficient writers.

Weight: 538g
Dimension: 210 x 296 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801993333