<p>A series of positive and uplifting affirmations for children to copy out whilst practicing their handwriting. A child friendly tip sheet on improving handwriting is included. Special focus is given to mid word 'v’s and 'w’s and closing 'o’s and 'a’s. An enjoyable and relaxing activity that could be used in English or P.S.H.E. lessons. Suitable for age 8 and upwards.</p>

<p>Children learn about the layout and conventions of formal letter writing and practice using formal/polite language in a task that will make them laugh. The task covers letter layout, structure, salutations and sign offs as well as giving prompts for appropriate phrases. Teacher’s notes included.</p>

<p>A fun, 30 minute lesson for years 5-6 on beginning sentences with adverbs, adjectives and -ing verb forms. Using the topic of flying, children will learn how being creative with sentence structure improves their writing. They will brainstorm ideas, then complete sentences with varied structures using a prompt sheet. Finally they will share ideas and write up their own stories incorporating the work they have done. Lesson plan and teacher’s notes provided.</p>

<p>Robert Frost’s ‘The Road Not Taken’ is read and discussed with reflective questions and prompts. Brainstorming exercises follow, to help children write their own poem, using a fun ‘cut and paste’ approach to engage learners who might find the idea of poetry writing daunting. An enjoyable and thought provoking lesson suitable for age 10 and upwards. Teacher’s notes included.</p>