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      Writing resources

      As with the reading resources, the ability to write can be separated into the following four sections, handwriting, planning, content and editing. Scaffolding is the key to reducing the fear of the blank page and putting pen to paper.

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      Handwriting

      Handwriting is a complex skill but with the right support improvements can be made in both presentation and speed.

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      Handwriting factsheet Top tips to support handwriting The whole-body approach to handwriting Frequently occurring difficulties with handwriting
      Planning

      Planning out content is a crucial step in organising thoughts and ideas into a coherent order.

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      Planning factsheet Exploring the overview of a text New topic overview Planning worksheets 10 minute activities to explore writing Commonly misspelt words Learner’s desktop planner (word document)
      Content

      This is the culmination of thoughts and planning to create well written and structured answers.

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      Content factsheet Analysing persuasive text Question grid for poetry & text Desktop guide to different types of text Organising a written response to text Synonym activity for over-used words
      Editing

      Making improvements in your own work can be a challenge. Modelling the editing process is the key to success.

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      Editing factsheet Aiding independent editing skills Effective feedback strategies Multiple ways to explore spelling Scaffolding questions to improve written work

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