With the success of our Tutor Reading Programme, comes constant progression and development to add even more impact. We all know the importance of reading – but what about the importance of oracy? This is something I’ve been working on. I think as classroom practitioners, we value discussion in lessons as this can help studentsContinue reading “Using Tutor Reading to Develop Oracy – Win Win!”
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Creating a ‘whole school reading’ ethos – Part 2
In Part 1 of this post, I outlined how I launched our Tutor Reading Programme and how it’s developed since September 2018 as part of my role to create a ‘whole school reading’ ethos. I deliberately chose the picture of Spiderman as I really did feel like I’d need to harness my inner superpowers toContinue reading “Creating a ‘whole school reading’ ethos – Part 2”
Creating a ‘whole school reading’ ethos: Part 1
When I was tasked to create a ‘whole school reading’ ethos back in April 2018, I initially thought I would need super hero powers! Whilst I’m into my second year, and have achieved many successes, I still sometimes feel like I could do with a little bit of supernatural help! So, let me take youContinue reading “Creating a ‘whole school reading’ ethos: Part 1”
Has ‘popcorn reading’ gone stale?
I’ve been doing a bit of reading up on something called ‘popcorn reading’ – a strategy used by many English teachers up and down the country. It’s seen as a way to ensure that every child reads. In its original format, the idea is that one student starts reading aloud, then when they’ve finished theyContinue reading “Has ‘popcorn reading’ gone stale?”
Christmas is coming!
Christmas is always a busy time in school – it is also often the longest half term of the year. Teachers are tired, students are tired and it can feel like a slog just to make it to the holidays. However, it’s a really critical time of year for instilling that key Christmas spirit andContinue reading “Christmas is coming!”
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