The Write Stuff

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Learn the Fantastic Foundations approach through a one day training course with creator, Jane Considine. You will spend the day learning the system amongst like-minded teachers and those within the teaching profession. You will be armed with the tools and techniques needed to implement the system immediately into your classroom. By using these lenses, pupils will become more confident on the range and repertoire of aspects to showcase in their independent writing. This approach supports a systems view to teaching writing that can be applied to any text, novel, picture book or film. At Whitehouse Primary School we are very proud of our pupil’s handwriting and take particular care in our cursive/joined-up handwriting style. We use Letter-join as the basis of our handwriting policy that covers all the requirements of the 2014 National Curriculum. The FANTASTICs system, which is also used in the teaching of reading,allows children to identify the nine elements that all text types are comprised of. When pupils are familiar with these nine elements, they are able to ensure that they are incorporated into their writing. The FANTASTICs help children to sharpen their understanding of their own and others’ writing by encouraging them to be observant and reflective.

Large Writing Rainbow Symbols - The Training Space Large Writing Rainbow Symbols - The Training Space

During the Model section the teacher prepares children for writing by modelling the ideas, grammar and techniques of writing taken from the writing rainbow. The Writing Rainbow poster is a classroom resource that encourages interaction and the collection of ideas during the writing process. The Writing Rainbow offers a complete view of ‘The Write Stuff’ methods and systems. The BOOMTASTICs capture the ten powerful ways to add drama and poetic devices to writing. They help children structure their work, teaching them to showcase their writing voice, demonstrate originality and to take risks in a bid to capture the truth of a situation. Jane Considinewill be coming to Birmingham on the 8th December 2023 to deliverThe Write Stuff,in person. Model section – the teacher close models a sentence that outlines clear writing features and techniques.write for a range of purposes including diary entries, persuasive letters, stories, poems and recounts to name but a few. In The Write Stuff approach to writing, the children explore high level, rich vocabulary and are taught grammar in context through different writing lenses on the Writing Rainbow. There are three lenses used to support children with their writing: Having followed the Write Stuff approach to developing their writing skills children should be able to Jane Considinewill be coming to London on the 10th November 2023 to deliverThe Write Stuff,in person. During the initiate section children ‘chot’ (chat and jot) down their ideas from stimulating resources, such as pictures, music and drama. The children are encouraged to use ‘kind calling out’ where they call out examples of vocabulary, adverbs, onomatopoeia etc.

The Writing Rainbow A1 Poster - The Training Space The Writing Rainbow A1 Poster - The Training Space

The Write Stuff provides a balance of narrative, non-fiction and poetry writing throughout each term. Impact Edit Type 2: Children are asked to re-write a sentence if it doesn’t make sense, could be restructured or generally improved. E3 Edit: The Reimagine Edit Type 3: This is when a writer wants to add more sentences to develop an idea further. For this the children are shown how to use ‘editing flaps’. Children are challenged to ‘Deepen the Moment’ which requires them to independently draw upon previously learnt skills and apply them to their writing during that chunk. Edit Type 1: These are often ‘little’ adjustments or changes and tend to fall into one of these categories; Spellings Missing words or Punctuation E2 Edit: The Rewriteto speak clearly, fluently and coherently, to be able to listen attentively with understanding, pleasure and empathy and contribute to group discussions The Training Space provide research informed training and resources to the primary sector. We develop and produce a wide range of current, practical and highly effective resources for use within the classroom. The Large Writing Rainbow Symbols are a set of brightly coloured, hard wearing resources for use in all aspects of the teaching and learning process. Designed by Jane Considine, this excellent classroom resource is a must have for every teacher.

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understand a range of punctuation and the effect it can have on the reader in both writing and reading. Writing at Keresley is centred around a high quality story that captures the children's interest from the outset. The model that is used toteach writingis a personalised approach based around best practice taken from 'The Write Stuff'.The school environment enfolds children in stories, settings and language. There is a focus on drama, oracy and language development, equipping children with fundamental knowledge and skillsthat will enable themto be successful throughout their lives. As a catalyst to speedy handwriting we encourage parents and carers to use the Letter-join resources at home and can arrange for free access to the Home Edition of Letter-join.Jane Considine will be coming to Northamptonshire on the 12th December 2023 to deliver Hooked on Books, in person. Handwriting is a basic skill that influences the quality of work throughout the curriculum. At the end of Key Stage 2 all pupils should have the ability to produce fluent, legible and, eventually, speedy joined-up handwriting, and to understand the different forms of handwriting used for different purposes.

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Author of bestselling books, The Write Stuff. Hooked on Books and The Spelling Book, Jane Considine energises and inspires thousands of teachers every year with her unique blend of sparkling effervescence and clear, practical guidance. Approaching her 20th anniversary as an English consultant, Jane is still bringing a wealth of fresh ideas (and clarity) to the effective teaching of writing, reading and spelling. Her aim is always to deliver research informed CPD that makes a difference where it matters; in the classroom.

Once children have followed their 'central character' through the story, they have the opportunity to plan and write independently using their previous learning to shape their creative stories. Children at Keresleyschoolsare encouraged to see writing as a journey; re-drafting and editing are used before writing is published.Writing extends across the curriculum with children being given opportunities to write for a range of different purposes outside of the writing lesson.