Jumpstart Literacy by Pie Corbett

Jumpstart Literacy 9781843121022

Jumpstart Literacy is a best-selling collection of simple to use, fun, multi-sensory games and creative lesson starters will ‘jumpstart’ pupils’ enthusiasm for literacy learning. For use at Key Stages 2 & 3 (ages 7-14).

Jumpstart Grammar by Pie Corbett and Julia Strong

Jumpstart Grammar 9781138182783 Corbett Strong

Fully updated, the second edition of Jumpstart Grammar is a collection of simple-to-use, multi-sensory games and activities that will jumpstart pupils’ understanding of grammar in action. Jumpstart Grammar will prepare children for any grammar tests on the horizon in an engaging way.

The Works Key Stage 2 – chosen by Pie Corbett

The Works KS2 9781447274858

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

The Works KS1 9781447274841

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?

Warren Road Primary mass storytelling

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.

Free percussion resources from Beat Goes On

Beat Goes On Talk for Writing

Beat Goes On run Body Percussion with Literacy workshops, providing a new kinaesthetic creative route that allows for simultaneous development of literacy & musical skills. Download free percussion resources for developing rhythm here.

Body Percussion with Literacy workshops by Beat Goes On

Beat Goes On run Body Percussion with Literacy workshops. These are “a fun, creative approach to literacy based on our work with Pie Corbett. Using either set texts or children’s own written work, the workshop explores the rhythmic elements of the text. Together, we discuss pulse, emotion and how the words flow”