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How to Teach Writing Across the Curriculum: Ages 6-8

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Now in an updated second edition How to Teach Writing Across the Curriculum: Ages 6-8 provides a range of practical suggestions for teaching non-fiction writing skills and linking them to children's learning across the entire curriculum. Providing a number of suggestions for teachers and putting emphasis on creative approaches to teaching children writing in diverse and innovative ways, it provides: Techniques for using speaking and listening, drama and games to prepare for writing Suggestions for the use of cross-curricular learning as a basis for writing Planning frameworks and 'skeletons' to promote thinking skillsInformation on key language features of non-fiction texts Examples of non-fiction writing Guidance on the process of creating writing from note-makingWith new hints and tips for teachers and suggestions for reflective practice, How to Teach Writing Across the Curriculum: Ages 6-8 will equip teachers with all the skills and materials needed to create enthusiastic non-fiction writers in their primary classroom.

112 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 20, 2010

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Sue Palmer

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Sue Palmer is a former primary headteacher in the Borders of Scotland. She is a literacy specialist, writer, presenter and 'childhood campaigner'. She has written widely on aspects of literacy. She chaired the Scottish Play Commission, served on the Scottish Government's Early Years Task Force and currently chairs the Upstart Scotland campaign.

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