Writing
INTENT
At Tibberton CP and Early Years our intention is that children learn to write clearly, accurately and coherently, adapting their language and style in and for a range of contexts, purposes and audiences. To be able to do this effectively, children will focus on developing effective transcription skills (spelling and handwriting) and effective composition skills (articulating ideas and structuring them). We intend for pupils to leave school being able to use fluent, legible, and cursive handwriting.
IMPLEMENTATION
Writing at Tibberton is closely linked to our reading, as we believe that great readers make great writers. Our writing units are based around high quality texts that engage and stimulate the children’s imaginations and link, where appropriate, with our topics. We balance writing units and extended writing outcomes, with SPaG teaching and cross-curricular writing. We believe in engaging children across the school using creative approaches, including the use of art, drama and roleplay. At Tibberton, we plan by adapting a variety of high-quality providers including Literacy Shed, Pie Corbett's Talk 4 Writing approach, Greg Bottrell’s Drawing Club and Literacy Leaf.
Top Tips for Parents
Start writing early
Encourage all forms of writing from a young age.
Foster a love for reading
Share books together. Reading for pleasure can spark your child’s imagination.
Write in different ways
Write on a whiteboard, use different papers, write on a tablet or keyboard, use different pens or pencils.
Be creative
Writing can happen anywhere in the house (or even in the garden). Placing notepads and pens around your home can be handy for when inspiration strikes!
Become an author
Make books, draw illustrations and publish your writing!
