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Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing Year 1 provides a flexible, but structured resource for developing writing skills, which both you and your pupils will enjoy. The activities address the Year 1 Programmes of Study for writing composition in the 2014 national curriculum for England. Different genres of writing, from narrative and poetry to recounts and persuasive writing are covered. The sheets are self-explanatory and ready to use; the only additional resources needed are a pen or pencil and, sometimes, extra paper. Word processing on a computer would be a bonus. The teacher tip boxes provide useful hints and suggestions for making the most of the activities.

Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing Year 2 provides a flexible, but structured resource for developing writing skills, which both you and your pupils will enjoy.The activities address the Year 2 Programmes of Study for writing composition in the 2014 national curriculum for England.Different genres of writing, from narrative and poetry to recounts and persuasive writing are covered. The sheets are self-explanatory and ready to use; the only additional resources needed are a pen or pencil and, sometimes, extra paper. Word processing on a computer would be a bonus.The teacher tip boxes provide useful hints and suggestions for making the most of the activities.

Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing, Year 3 provides a flexible, but structured resource for developing writing skills, which both you and your pupils will enjoy. The activities address many of lower Key Stage 2 Programmes of Study for writing composition.The Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing series is designed to stimulate developing writers to access the National Curriculum Programmes of Study for writing composition. The activities help children to develop writing skills for different genres, from narrative and poetry to recounts and persuasive writing.Each book contains practice activities to assist pupils in understanding, revising and consolidating their skills in writing. The activities are structured to help each pupil to understand how to:write for a widening range of purposes and audiencesorganize ideas into coherent and grammatically correct sentencesimprove, and make progress in, their own writingincrease their accuracy in the use of punctuationdevelop their knowledge and confidence in spellinguse and enlarge their writing vocabularywrite in different ways for different genres and types of textdevelop their own way with wordsGenres covered range from narrative and poetry to recounts, instructions and persuasive writing. The narrative writing activities support pupils in developing settings, characters and plot. The sheets focusing on non-narrative writing encourage pupils to focus on the features and devices used with each text type.The sheets are structured but flexible so that they can be used alone or as follow-ons. The ideas on the sheets can all be used as a basis for more lessons for reinforcement purposes. Each book aims to offer:a range of familiar text forms a range of appropriate contextsopportunities to experiment with words drawn from language experience, literature and mediaopportunities to select vocabulary according to demands of activityuse of proof-reading, checking and editing, sharing with peersencouragement to pupils to reflect upon their understanding of the writing processThe sheets are self-explanatory and ready to use; the only additional resources needed are a pen or pencil and, sometimes, extra paper. Hint boxes provide extra support for the children in completing the task.Word processing on a computer would be a bonus.The teacher tip boxes provide useful ideas and suggestions for making the most of the activities.

The Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing series provides a flexible, but structured resource for developing writing skills in primary schools. The activities address many of the Programmes of Study for writing composition in the 2014 National Curriculum for England.Through using the sheets in Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing, Year 4, pupils will learn how to:write for a widening range of purposes and audiencesorganise ideas into coherent and grammatically correct sentencesimprove, and make progress in, their own writinguse and enlarge their writing vocabularydevelop their knowledge and confidence in spellingwrite in different ways for different genres and types of textdevelop their own way with words.Genres covered range from narrative and poetry to recounts, instructions and persuasive writing. The narrative writing activities support pupils in developing settings, characters and plot.The sheets focusing on non-narrative writing encourage pupils to focus on the features and devices used with each text type.Throughout the series pupils are encouraged to compose and rehearse sentences orally, prior to writing. This will help pupils to build a varied and rich vocabulary and encourage an increased range of sentence structures. The teacher tip boxes provide useful ideas and suggestions for making the most of the activities.The photocopiable sheets are self-explanatory and ready to use; the only additional resources needed are a pen or pencil and, sometimes, extra paper. Hint boxes provide extra support for the children in completing the task.Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing, Year 4 is written by Irene Yates and published by Brilliant Publications.

The Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing series provides a flexible, but structured resource for developing writing skills in primary schools. The activities address many of the Programmes of Study for writing composition in the 2014 National Curriculum for England.Through using the sheets in Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing, Year 5, pupils will learn how to:write for a widening range of purposes and audiencesorganise ideas into coherent and grammatically correct sentencesimprove, and make progress in, their own writinguse and enlarge their writing vocabularydevelop their knowledge and confidence in spellingwrite in different ways for different genres and types of textdevelop their own way with words.Genres covered range from narrative and poetry to recounts, instructions and persuasive writing. The narrative writing activities support pupils in developing settings, characters and plot. The sheets focusing on non-narrative writing encourage pupils to focus on the features and devices used with each text type.Throughout the series pupils are encouraged to compose and rehearse sentences orally, prior to writing. This will help pupils to build a varied and rich vocabulary and encourage an increased range of sentence structures. The teacher tip boxes provide useful ideas and suggestions for making the most of the activities.The photocopiable sheets are self-explanatory and ready to use; the only additional resources needed are a pen or pencil and, sometimes, extra paper. Hint boxes provide extra support for the children in completing the task.Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing, Year 5 is written by Irene Yates and published by Brilliant Publications.

The Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing series provides a flexible, but structured resource for developing writing skills in primary schools. The activities address many of the Programmes of Study for writing composition in the National Curriculum for England.Through using the sheets in Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing, Year 6, pupils will learn how to:write for a widening range of purposes and audiencesorganise ideas into coherent and grammatically correct sentencesimprove, and make progress in, their own writinguse and enlarge their writing vocabularydevelop their knowledge and confidence in spellingwrite in different ways for different genres and types of textdevelop their own way with words.Genres covered range from narrative and poetry to recounts, instructions and persuasive writing. The narrative writing activities support pupils in developing settings, characters and plot. The sheets focusing on non-narrative writing encourage pupils to focus on the features and devices used with each text type.Throughout the series pupils are encouraged to compose and rehearse sentences orally, prior to writing. This will help pupils to build a varied and rich vocabulary and encourage an increased range of sentence structures. The teacher tip boxes provide useful ideas and suggestions for making the most of the activities.The photocopiable sheets are self-explanatory and ready to use; the only additional resources needed are a pen or pencil and, sometimes, extra paper. Hint boxes provide extra support for the children in completing the task.Brilliant Activities for Creative Writing, Year 6 is written by Irene Yates and published by Brilliant Publications.

The Foundation Blocks for the Early Years series makes it easy to implement the Department of Education's new, revised Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (September 2012). The books are clearly laid out, with one activity per page, attractive illustrations and cross references to popular early years topics. Written by experienced early years practitioners, these books will be an invaluable resource for anyone working with 3-5 year olds. This book contains activities for the prime area of Communication and Language and the specific area of Literacy. They will encourage children to speak and listen; to express themselves clearly; and to develop confidence in using language in a variety of situations. They offer opportunities for children to use and enjoy books; to learn to link sounds and letters; to develop phonic knowledge and to begin to read and write.

The classic fairy tale - The Three Billy Goats Gruff - from Ladybird!"Who's that trip-trapping over my bridge?" Based on the traditional fairy tale The Three Billy Goats Gruff, this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home. Part of the Ladybird First Favourite Tales series - a perfect introduction to fairy tales for preschoolers - this hardback book contains lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. Ideal for reading aloud and sharing with 2-4 year olds.Ladybird's First Favourite Tales series is hugely popular and is a great introduction to the most important fairytales. 2011 brought a new look and great covers to the series, but the books are still just as fun to read as ever.Make sure you look out for the other tales in the series, too!The Elves and the Shoemaker; Goldilocks and the Three Bears; The Gingerbread Man; Little Red Riding Hood; The Three Little Pigs

Based on the traditional fairy tale The Enormous Turnip, this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home. Find out what happens when a very, very large turnip doesn't want to be pulled out of the ground! Part of the Ladybird First Favourite Tales series - a perfect introduction to fairy tales for preschoolers - this hardback book contains lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. Ideal for reading aloud and sharing with 2-4 year olds.

A perfect introduction to the classic fairy tale The Three Billy Goats Gruff, with beautiful illustrations and lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. This Ladybird Picture Book is ideal for reading aloud and sharing with 2-4 year olds.

Start the journey with fun Year 1 activities that build grammar and writing confidence.Give your pupils the tools to become confident writers with Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation, Year 1. Perfectly aligned to the Year 1 curriculum, this book introduces essential concepts in a fun, accessible way. Through interactive activities, children will explore the building blocks of language, developing the ability to form sentences with correct punctuation and use words creatively.Key learning includes:Writing complete sentences with capital letters, full stops, question marks, and exclamation marksUsing "and" to join sentencesMaking plurals by adding -s or -esIdentifying nouns, verbs, and adjectivesRecognising and using prefixes and suffixesUnderstanding when to use capital letters for names, places, and the pronoun "I"Make grammar and punctuation engaging, practical, and effective with the Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation series. Covering Years 1-6, each book is packed with curriculum-aligned activities that help children master essential skills step by step. With clear explanations, flexible tasks, and endless opportunities for practice, these books transform tricky concepts into lasting confidence.Give children a confident start in writing, laying the foundations for success in every year ahead.

Strengthen Year 2 skills with engaging grammar and punctuation practice for young writers.Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation, Year 2 supports children in consolidating their early writing skills and expanding their understanding of grammar. Fully in line with the Year 2 National Curriculum, the book combines oral and written activities to keep pupils engaged while they develop essential literacy skills.Key learning includes:Building noun phrases with adjectives and modifiersWriting in the past and present tenseCreating compound words and new words using suffixes (-er, -ness, -ful, -less)Using conjunctions and comparative adjectivesPunctuating sentences with commas, apostrophes, question marks, and exclamation marksIdentifying vowels, consonants, and alphabetical orderMake grammar and punctuation engaging, practical, and effective with the Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation series. Covering Years 1-6, each book is packed with curriculum-aligned activities that help children master essential skills step by step. With clear explanations, flexible tasks, and endless opportunities for practice, these books transform tricky concepts into lasting confidence.Build confident, independent writers who can use grammar and punctuation with clarity and creativity.

Unlock Year 3 grammar skills through creative activities that grow writing fluency.Take your pupils' grammar to the next level with Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation, Year 3. Designed for Year 3, it introduces more advanced concepts through varied and stimulating tasks that encourage children to think carefully about how language works.Key learning includes:Using prepositions, conjunctions, and adverbs to extend sentencesSwitching between past and present tenseExploring main and subordinate clausesPractising direct and indirect speech with inverted commasForming nouns with prefixes and recognising word familiesChoosing the correct indefinite article (a/an)Make grammar and punctuation engaging, practical, and effective with the Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation series. Covering Years 1-6, each book is packed with curriculum-aligned activities that help children master essential skills step by step. With clear explanations, flexible tasks, and endless opportunities for practice, these books transform tricky concepts into lasting confidence.Transform growing writers into skilled communicators who can craft sentences with purpose and precision.

Boost Year 4 grammar mastery with structured activities for clear, confident writing.Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation, Year 4 builds on children's growing awareness of grammar to give them the tools they need to write with precision and style. Covering the full Year 4 grammar and punctuation curriculum, this book turns complex concepts into manageable, engaging tasks.Key learning includes:Mastering determiners, pronouns, adverbials, and varied noun typesUsing plural and possessive 's correctlyExpanding noun phrases with modifiers and prepositional phrasesApplying subject-verb agreement and converting nouns/verbsWriting with fronted adverbials and varied conjunctionsOrganising writing into paragraphsUsing punctuation correctly: commas, apostrophes, inverted commas, and speech marksMake grammar and punctuation engaging, practical, and effective with the Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation series. Covering Years 1-6, each book is packed with curriculum-aligned activities that help children master essential skills step by step. With clear explanations, flexible tasks, and endless opportunities for practice, these books transform tricky concepts into lasting confidence.Empower children to write clearly and confidently, using grammar to enhance meaning and style.

Advance Year 5 grammar with exciting tasks that sharpen precision and creativity.Challenge and inspire your pupils with Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation, Year 5. Aligned with the Year 5 curriculum, this resource offers a wealth of opportunities for children to explore more sophisticated grammar and punctuation concepts in meaningful contexts.Key learning includes:Using modal verbs, relative pronouns, and relative clausesDeveloping cohesion within and across paragraphsPractising parentheses with brackets, dashes, and commasUsing prefixes and suffixes to change word meaningsWriting with abstract nouns, adverbial phrases, and similesPunctuating speech correctly (direct and indirect)Avoiding ambiguity through careful punctuation and phrasingMake grammar and punctuation engaging, practical, and effective with the Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation series. Covering Years 1-6, each book is packed with curriculum-aligned activities that help children master essential skills step by step. With clear explanations, flexible tasks, and endless opportunities for practice, these books transform tricky concepts into lasting confidence.Equip pupils to write with accuracy and flair, mastering complex grammar for effective communication.

Prepare Year 6 pupils for mastery with challenging grammar and punctuation practice.Ensure your pupils are ready for secondary school with Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation, Year 6. Covering all the advanced grammar and punctuation knowledge required at Year 6, this book transforms potentially daunting concepts into approachable, engaging learning opportunities.Key learning includes:Understanding subject and object, and active vs. passive voiceUsing synonyms, antonyms, homonyms, homophones, and homographsMastering punctuation: colons, semi-colons, ellipses, hyphens, and bullet pointsChoosing formal or informal language appropriatelyWriting with figurative language, including similes and metaphorsOrganising text with cohesive paragraphs and layout featuresAvoiding double negatives and clarifying meaning through precise punctuationMake grammar and punctuation engaging, practical, and effective with the Brilliant Activities for Grammar and Punctuation series. Covering Years 1-6, each book is packed with curriculum-aligned activities that help children master essential skills step by step. With clear explanations, flexible tasks, and endless opportunities for practice, these books transform tricky concepts into lasting confidence.Prepare pupils for secondary school with mastery of grammar, punctuation, and confident, fluent writing.

The 40 photocopiable worksheets in How to be Brilliant at Writing Stories focus on the process of writing - from the initial idea gathering to redrafting and the final product. The activities recognize that a sense of audience and purpose are crucial, and allow children to feel ownership of their stories. Activities include: getting ideas, making notes, planning the story and developing characters.

The activities in How to be Brilliant at Writing Poetry are open-ended and focus on the process of writing - from initial idea gathering to redrafting and the final product. They recognize that a sense of audience and a purpose for writing are crucial. The 40 photocopiable worksheets aimed at 7 11 year olds (KS2) pupils provide models for different forms of poetry. Activities include: finding a beginning, using words to paint a picture, making up similes and rhyming.

How to be Brilliant at Making Books gives children a greater appreciation and awareness of audience and helps them to develop their own critical evaluation skills. The 40 photocopiable worksheets in this book encourage a wide range of skills; composing, creating, publishing and responding to print. The technological side of book production involves lots of problem solving and engages children in gathering information, prioritizing, negotiating, decision-making and evaluating.

The activities in How to be Brilliant at Reading are designed to help Key Stage 2 (KS2) pupils develop fluency, accuracy, confidence and interest. Daily reading is crucial to the development of interest and good skills. The strategies to be found in this book are proven ways of giving children ownership of, and responsibility for their own reading development. The photocopiable worksheets include setting up a reading programme, responding to poems, learning to scan and comparing and contrasting reference books.

The activities in How to Dazzle at Reading for Meaning are designed to help Key Stage 3 (KS3) pupils with special educational needs to experience success and achievement, rather than the misery of failing time after time. The activities break down into three definite strategies to help pupils to read with more fluency and confidence.

Text Level Work contains 42 photocopiable activities which introduce one concept per sheet making it ideal for use with slower learners or children with special needs. It provides additional practice and support for those children who are struggling to learn concepts and skills first introduced at Key Stage 1. Activities include sending messages, preparing weather reports, finding out key facts and writing labels and captions.

Christmas Activities for KS1 Language and Literacy contains fun festive language activities, designed to harness children's enthusiasm at this exciting time of the year and keep them on task. The word, sentence and text activities are linked to the National Literacy Strategy targets, so integrating them into your planning is easy. The activities include practice at using different punctuation, use of dictionaries, spelling, synonyms, idioms and writing in different genres. Now you can exploit the children's natural enthusiasm for the season and inspire them to create especially good work with this bank of fun, stimulating ideas and activities - so you can all enjoy the run-up to Christmas!