Writing: Technical Skills

	Technical Skills - General
	English Bitesize This link provides bite-size activities on punctuation and spelling. Written information about each aspect, which can be printed, and summative quizzes are included. Select which activity you wish and click on the arrow to begin.
	Story writing tips Provides pupils with basic advice on grammar and style: sentences, words and punctuation.
	Sticky Letters Sticky Letters is a simple to use application. It can support open ended work as pupils explore the different words that can be made from a given set. Click the blue "Inst" button for instructions.
TR	Writing Pyramid [PDF] Poster from Ian McIndoe. This resource is based on Ros Wilson's Punctuation Pyramid. It can be enlarged or photo-copied/laminated for pupils to use during their Writing lessons.
TR	Technical Targets for levels A-E [Word] by Louise Ballantyne of LTScotland, courtesy of GCC (Glasgow City Council).

 

	Spelling
TR	BBC Look, say, cover, write and check This site provides a look, cover, write and check game for pupils. There is a choice of 'themed' word lists. A fact sheet, outlining the L.C.W.Ch procedure is provided and teachers can create and print further practice sheets.
TR	Crickweb Look, say, cover, type and check This site allows teachers to create their own look, cover, write, check online activities. Flashcards can be viewed on-screen before they try the spelling activity. A review facility is offered.
	ICT Games Look, cover, write and check This game enables children to practice a variety of spelling patterns.
TR	Ambleside Look, cover, write and check Look, Cover, Write & Check - this site offers ready-made word lists and the facility to create your own.

 

	Apostrophes
	Apostrophes Activities which demonstrate the use of the apostrophe. It helps children understand the use of apostrophes for contractions and possession.

 

	Prefixes and Suffixes
	Spin to Win! Explore how many different words you can make by changing the prefixes and suffixes in this game.