How To Teach Writing Across The Curriculum: Ages 8-12

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Now in an updated second edition How to Teach Writing Across the Curriculum: Ages 8-14" provides a range of practical suggestions for teaching non-fiction writing skills & linking them to childrens learning across the curriculum. Emphasizing creative approaches to teaching childrens writing in diverse & innovative ways it provides: information on the organisation & language features of the six main non-fiction text types (recount report instruction explanation persuasion & discussion); suggestions for the use of cross-curricular learning as a basis for writing; planning frameworks for children to promote thinking skills; advice on developing childrens writing to help with organisational issues
- paragraphing & layout & the key language features; examples of non-fiction writing; suggestions for talk for learning & talk for writing (including links to Speaking Frames also published by Routledge); & information on the transition from primary to secondary school. With new hints & tips for teachers & suggestions for reflective practice as well as a wealth of photocopiable materials " How to Teach Writing Across the Curriculum: Ages 8-14" will equip teachers with all the skills needed to create enthusiastic non-fiction writers in their classroom."