The Works Key Stage 2 contains a wide range of contemporary and classic poems and rhymes – perfect for children in Years 3, 4, 5 and 6. Includes teachers’ notes, glossary and workshops by a variety of poets. Compiled by Pie Corbett, many of the poems make ideal model texts for the Talk for Writing method.
The Works Key Stage 1 – chosen by Pie Corbett
Compiled by Pie Corbett, The Works Key Stage 1 contains a wide range of contemporary and classic poems and rhymes to enjoy, read, perform and learn by heart – perfect for children in Reception and Years 1 and 2. Includes teachers’ notes, a glossary of terms, and instructions for the action and circle rhymes.
Was this the biggest Talk for Writing story retelling ever?
At Warren Road School in Orpington, the whole school of over 800 pupils retold a story. You can watch the video of it here and find more info about the school and Jamie Thomas who leads Talk for Writing training at the school on the Talk for Writing Training Centres webpage.
Through the Forest
In the summer 2016 newsletter we ran a competition looking for stories of no more than 400 words that could be used as a model text for Talk for Writing. We received a number of entries, four of which stood out as prize winners. This one is Through the Forest by Heidi Simpson. Suitable for a Year 2 class.
The Unusual House
In the summer 2016 newsletter we ran a competition looking for stories of no more than 400 words that could be used as a model text for Talk for Writing. We received a number of entries, four of which stood out as prize winners. This one is The Unusual House by Jackie Livermore. Suitable for a Year 4 class.
The Legend of Bowerman’s Nose
In the summer 2016 newsletter we ran a competition looking for stories of no more than 400 words that could be used as a model text for Talk for Writing. We received a number of entries, four of which stood out as prize winners. This one is The Legend of Bowerman’s Nose by Richard Johnson. Suitable for a Year 5/6 …
Pie Corbett’s Page Turners
A new collection of exciting reads by top authors, specially selected by literacy expert Pie Corbett for sharing with your class. The Page Turners collection practise the core reading habits developed in Pie Corbett’s Reading Spine, while promoting independent reading and reading for pleasure. For Years 3-6.
Pie Corbett’s Reading Spine
“Imagine a school where, over seven or eight years, children are read to, enjoy, discuss and work with a core of around 80 books. These ‘essential reads’ would be a store of classics, creating a living library inside a child’s mind. Schools with a reading spine build a common story bank, binding the community together”.
Pie Corbett’s Reading Spine support guide
This free downloadable Pie Corbett’s Reading Spine support guide provides invaluable support for teachers using Pie Corbett’s Reading Spine to teach comprehension, drama and writing. Guides available for Nursery, Reception, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6.