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At Pinkwell Primary School we follow the Literacy Tree scheme for both Reading and Writing
How Literacy Tree works
The books we choose help children to grow ideas and expand their minds. We only choose significant and important children's literature to create our book-based resources.
It starts at the roots. We provide book-based planning sequences, Writing Roots, which embed complete curriculum coverage and engage children to write with clear audience and purpose. Our Teach Through a Text pedagogy is the backbone of each sequence.
We sow a seed with Spelling Seeds. We provide a sequence for teaching spelling and vocabulary in context, through investigation and at the point of application. Spelling Seeds complement Writing Roots and use the same texts to provide further short writing opportunities.
We grow literary knowledge through Literary Leaves. We provide a range of sequenced activities that take children through whole books to teach reading comprehension and create critical readers. Literary Leaves use novels, poetry collections and high-quality, non-fiction books that connect to the Writing Roots through Literary Themes.
How parents can help
Encourage reading at home: Provide a variety of books for your child to read, or visit the library to explore the titles used in the curriculum.
Discuss books: Talk to your child about the books they are reading. Ask them questions about the characters, plot, and their own thoughts and feelings about the story.
Focus on writing at home: Encourage your child to write for different purposes, such as writing stories, letters, or even creating a blog. Help them understand that writing can be fun and creative.
Inquire with the school: Contact your child’s school to learn which specific books are being used in the curriculum and how you can best support their learning at home.
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