Description
Book SynopsisThis is the ultimate all-in-one guide for teaching writing, spelling, punctuation and grammar in the primary classroom. Providing practical advice on teaching grammar and writing techniques through the use of non-fiction texts,
Grammarsaurus is closely aligned to the National Curriculum and ensures teachers are addressing the right topics at the right time. Each chapter focuses on a non-fiction text type: instructions, explanations, non-chronological reports, diary entries, newspaper reports and persuasive texts. There are photocopiable model texts for each year group, along with annotated versions guiding teachers through language features, grammar, spelling and punctuation opportunities, saving hours of lesson planning. Mitch Hudson and Anna Richards, expert teachers and creators of the popular Grammarsaurus website, answer common questions from teachers: When should I teach this punctuation mark?'', or ''Which spellings should I be teaching my Year 2 class?'. With exa
Trade ReviewMitch and Anna are my go-to people when it comes to SPaG! This book is full of tried-and-tested lesson ideas that children will engage with and learn from, making teaching SPaG enjoyable. A must-buy book for experienced or newly qualified teachers. -- Heather McAvan * Author of Learn to Read the Easy Way and Director of www.mrsmactivity.co.uk, @mrsmactivity *
Grammarsaurus Key Stage 1 contains everything you need to teach effective lessons. The model texts are pitched at the right level and there are tips and tricks that enable you to cover as much curriculum content as possible. -- Kelly Cox * Deputy headteacher *
So many wonderful ideas, presented in an accessible way. The writing process is broken down to ensure a consistent approach and expectations are high, yet realistic. A valuable toolkit for any teacher. -- Gemma Hathaway * Key Stage 1 Lead, @misshath2 *
Jam-packed full of all the skills you need for planning and teaching non-fiction writing that will save you hours of time. A real must-have! -- Katie Hemmings * Primary teacher and KS1 English Lead, Instagram: @katiesclassroom_ *
An easy-to-follow guide that breaks down the requirements of the National Curriculum and provides a planning overview for teaching, combining grammar, spelling, punctuation and writing into one book. It includes annotated high-quality model texts, to show teachers the benchmark for expectations in each year group and presents up-to-date content that reflects the new framework for writing. * Love Reading 4 Schools *
