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Useful writing information and resources.

Spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPaG) is essential to writing. Here is a glossary to explain the key SPaG terminology for the writing curriculum:

Developing a broad and varied vocabulary is also vital for writing. This is shown in the three tiers of vocabulary diagram below.

Reading and talking can really help to increase children's tier 2 vocabulary, which is the main sort of "adventurous" vocabulary we use in writing tasks.

 

 

 

These weblinks from The National Literacy Trust support vocabulary development:

 

Activities | Words for Life

Improve your child's learning at home | Words for Life

 

Oxford Owl has some really helpful information about writing development in the links below:

 

Writing | Oxford Owl

 

Grammar & punctuation at primary school | Oxford Owl

 

Spelling | Oxford Owl

 

Handwriting | Oxford Owl

 

Vocabulary | Oxford Owl