Writing
At Wentworth we use a novel to drive igniting our writing, we focus on one novel/text for an extended period of time allowing
considerable in depth analysis where we:
- Learning through collaboration and play
- Applying critical thinking skills and higher order thinking
- High focus on language analysis, sentence and word level choices (close reading)
- Developing an understanding of thematic development alongside structures (plot, character, setting,chronology, context)
All genres of writing are developed through the novel where writing develops holistically as a natural and meaningful response to reading providing a quality and range of responses to reflect a deeper understanding of language and context. Our teachers have all engaged with a CPD Writing Project led by Humberstone Academy, winners of the UK Literacy School of the Year.
What are the core elements of novel study?
- High quality texts as stimulus
- Holistic teaching to develop children’s ability to communicate effectively
- Language development work
- Skill progression within each novel study
- Skill based teaching driven by AfL
- Immersive learning opportunities to bring books to life for children
- High quality outcomes of work
- High expectations of children
- Creativity and originality
- Read novel in sections – builds suspense
- A love for books and learning
All members of the year group team read the text to support a wrap around understanding of the context of the driver for writing and the development of vocabulary
