Talk for Writing, developed by Pie Corbett, supported by Julia Strong and the Talk for Writing team, is an approach that enables children to read and write independently for a variety of audiences and purposes within different subjects. A key feature is that children internalise the language structures needed to write through ‘talking the text’, as well as close reading.is powerful because it is based on the principles of how people learn. The movement from imitation to innovation to independent application can be adapted to suit the needs of learners of any stage.
Pupils at St.Vincent’s have used the Talk for Writing approach in different years groups and can now continue this practice at home by working through these helpful age-related booklets.They all include a model text which is also available as a streamed audio recording.
Wk 2: The City of Silence & The Cave of Requirement
Y6 Talk for Writing Unit Wk 2-The City of Silence
Y6 Talk for Writing Greater Depth Wk2-The Cave of Requirement
Wk 1: Doors-the world of possibility
Year 6 Talk for Writing Home Learning Unit
Doors open a world of possibility and a whole range of writing opportunities. Explore these possibilities and write your own engaging portal story. Written by Jamie Thomas.
Year 6 Working at Greater Depth Talk for Writing Home Learning Unit
