Mighty Writer

For ages 4 and up! ✏👍

Best Primary Resource (non-ICT) - Education Resources Awards 2018 🥇 Mighty Writer an award-winning teaching resource. As primary teachers know, the teaching of literacy is complex due to the many features which are needed to make up good quality writing. Children wrestle with an array of components such as creating content, punctuation, choosing and using appropriate vocabul

ary, structure and characterisation as well as many other important elements. This often results in lack of motivation and enjoyment for the children, and ultimately to slow progress and under achievement. This can impact on adulthood. It is also complex for the teacher as they seek to model and teach key concepts in clear and concise ways in order that children become increasingly independent and competent. Mighty Writer transforms the way children’s writing is taught and learnt and enables young children to become independent, confident, capable writers. It uses a unique method to allow children to freely create their story, while scaffolding enables them to effortlessly transcribe the tale with accurate grammar. It simplifies the complex process of learning to write and enthuses children of all abilities. Mighty Writer has been developed and tested in schools and with individual children across the south of England. We have had incredible results. Teachers have reported great enthusiasm about the progress of children with significant improvement in writing sentences and use of punctuation. Children started creating more complex stories, transforming reluctant writers into those who avidly enjoy the process. Their improvement, sense of achievement and self-esteem had all accelerated. Mighty Writer was also very flexible in that it can be used to teach different genres, be it retellings (both known stories and factual recounts), non-fiction and poetry
Mighty Writer allows teachers to employ the techniques they already use in a simple and comprehensive manner to allow children to master the skills of writing, speaking and story planning. This ensures that teachers are not faced with an increased work load of learning a new method of teaching, but rather have all they need in one place and can approach the teaching of writing employing strategies they already use. There is currently nothing on the market similar in nature to this. Principle features
The mat provides a space for children to create their story. Around the perimeter are various toolbars. The left toolbar contains sculpted connectives and conjunctions. The right toolbar contains sculpted punctuation. The top tool bars contain images. The standard image toolbar (which will be contained in the original pack) consists of illustrations of locations, living things, objects and environments. Image tool bars (which can also then be purchased separately) are also designed to link specifically to topics across the curriculum in order to support the teaching of writing on particular themes. Finally there are “sentence tiles” which allow children to create a sentence per tile. The tiles are coloured green, orange or red to denote the beginning, middle and end of the story. The teacher is able to model and demonstrate each part of the retelling, planning, editing and creating process. They control the type and number of images on the toolbar, the number of connectives and other symbols to focus the teaching. Depending on the ability of the child, they can start their story by simply creating a story map of images on the mat. Introducing the sentence tiles allows the children to form structured sentences which can become increasingly complex as children’s ability develops. The tiles are sculpted to fit the connective words and the punctuation (see felt prototype above). Hence the connectives and the punctuation form scaffolding around each sentence, teaching the child to use a capital letter, connective and punctuation. Furthermore there are other symbols that include adjectives, verbs, adverbs etc. Tiles can be placed anywhere on the mat and the story flows with the use of arrows between sentences. The child can then build the story sentence by sentence, all with coherent structure. They are encouraged to revisit, amend, improve and expand the story as much as possible. Everything is visual, easy and fun to use. With immediate effect, children can create a story with a comprehensive structure which makes sense and flows. See felt prototype below. They can retell this story as many times as they need to, or the teacher feels appropriate, until they are completely confident with it. The next step is to allow the children to transcribe the story. Of course, the scaffolding around each sentence makes it easy for the child to successfully transcribe the whole creative, fun story with capitals, connectives, adjectives, verbs and punctuation among other elements. To allow the teacher to enable pupils to work individually or in pairs, they will be able to print off A4 /A3 paper mini Mighty Writer©. Each A4/A3 sheet will have a number of sentences printed on it along with a symbol key to allow children to create their own stories and images using the same concepts and symbols as on the main mat. These are differentiated to meet the needs of different learners. Who is Mighty Writer for? Mighty Writer is aimed at teachers of 4-7 year olds and of all abilities who want to maximise the writing ability of their children. Parents can also easily use Mighty Writer and work with their children. In fact the children soon get the hang of it and quickly want to work alone. It is also excellent as a tool to those who have English as an additional language and Special Educational Needs.

22/07/2024

Here are 3 ways you can get a FREE Mighty Writer!

1. Arrange a Cluster Meeting 🤝
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3. Sponsored Write ✍️

Check our blog to discover 5 more ways to get a FREE Mighty Writer for your school!
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10/07/2024

Ready to Upgrade Your Literacy Displays? 🧑‍🎨
Check our new blog for inspiration: www.mightywriter.co.uk/5-creative-literacy-display-ideas

08/07/2024

Three Fun Literacy Homework Ideas:
🔎 Word Hunt
📷 Vocabulary Collage
📝 Write a Letter.
Read our blog to discover more fun literacy homework ideas for your KS1 classes!
www.mightywriter.co.uk/literacy-homework-ideas-for-KS1

19/06/2024

Are you looking for an engaging literacy tool to inspire students' enthusiasm for literacy and improve results? 🚀

Look no further than Mighty Writer - Our resource allows pupils of all abilities to engage with complex literacy skills; developing competence earlier, faster and with greater enthusiasm!

Learn more today 👉 https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/

17/06/2024

🌟Our top tips for effective classroom management and creating a literacy-rich environment 🤓
Read the blog for more: www.mightywriter.co.uk/tips-for-effective-classroom-management

15/06/2024

Howard Community Adacemy Said...

"Mighty Writer has had a positive impact, particularly for our EAL students and those with SEND."

Thank you for your review! 😄

Learn more 👉 https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/

13/06/2024

🌟 Discover 5 exciting grammar activities for KS1 classrooms in our latest blog! 🌟
From scavenger hunts to storytelling adventures, we're making grammar fun and engaging for young learners. Click the link below to explore now!
www.mightywriter.co.uk/5-fun-grammar-activities-for-ks1-classes

11/06/2024

Let's explore the benefits of roleplay in enhancing writing skills!
✅ It provides a hands-on approach to learning
✅ Enables the creation of authentic and compelling narratives
✅ Develops a deeper understanding of character development and plot progression.

07/06/2024

Ready to transform your literacy results, almost overnight?

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05/06/2024

Are you an educator looking to support reluctant writers in Key Stage One?
Our blog offers valuable insights and strategies to engage and motivate your pupils!
Read here 👉 www.mightywriter.co.uk/supporting-reluctant-writers-in-ks1

03/06/2024

📣Calling all parents!📣
Want to support your child's writing journey in Key Stage One?
👉Check out our new blog for 10 expert tips to help your child become a confident writer - www.mightywriter.co.uk/supporting-your-childs-writing

30/05/2024

Transitioning from building foundational skills to exploring complex concepts, our blog breaks down the journey from Key Stage One literacy, to Key Stage Two!
Read the blog 👉www.mightywriter.co.uk/ks1-vs-ks2-literacy

23/05/2024

❗️Key Punctuation Marks in Key Stage One❗️
Ready to master Key Stage One Punctuation?
Read our latest guide: www.mightywriter.co.uk/mastering-punctuation-in-key-stage-1

21/05/2024

Rudheath Primary Academy & Nursery Said...
"We're so impressed with the quality of writing that our children are doing following implementing Mighty Writer."
Thank you Rudheath! 😄
Discover Mighty Writer: https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/

16/05/2024

Literacy + Technology = 😍🎉

Learn how to transform Key Stage One literacy learning with technology in our new blog - https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/Transforming-KS1-Literacy-Learning-with-Technology

13/05/2024

Key Literacy Skills for Year One Pupils:

✔️ Reading Skills
✔️ Writing Skills
✔️ Vocabulary & Communication Skills
and more!
Read more in our blog - https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/key-literacy-skills-for-year-one-pupils

10/05/2024

Are you looking for fun sentence-building activities for your year one class?
Look no further!
In our new blog, we delve into why sentence-building activities are important in engaging year one pupils and three fun activities you can incorporate into your lesson plans today!
Read here: https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/3-fun-sentence-building-activities-for-your-year-one-class

07/05/2024

Nicola Kearney from Eaves Primary School said...

"We've seen a significant improvement in our key stage one classrooms!"

Remember: When you purchase Mighty Writer, CPD training is free, for life!🤓

06/05/2024

What are the Benefits of Peer Collaboration?
✔️It offers the opportunity for children to develop their skills by observing and learning from their peers.
✔️Collaboration stimulates creativity and idea-sharing!

Check our blog to learn more: https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/The-Power-of-Peer-Collaboration-in-Writing

01/05/2024

Have you seen our brand-new Key Stage One Literacy Resource?
Featuring essential top tips, lesson plans, examples and more!
Check it out here! https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/key-stage-one-literacy

11/04/2024

In every classroom, we encounter pupils with varying backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles. To provide effective literacy teaching, we must embrace differentiation and tailor our teaching to meet the unique needs of each child...
➡️Our new blog delves into how you can differentiate your literacy teaching for diverse learners!
Discover practical strategies for differentiating literacy teaching in your classroom! Click the link to learn more: www.mightywriter.co.uk/differentiating-literacy-teaching-for-diverse-learners

09/04/2024

5 Effective Methods to Teach Reading in Key Stage One:
✅ Phonics Instruction
✅ Sight Word Recognition
✅ Reading Aloud and Shared Writing
✅ Guided Reading
✅ Engaging Activities and Games
Read more in our new blog: www.mightywriter.co.uk/5-effective-methods-to-teach-reading-in-key-stage-one

Which of these methods have you found most effective? Share your insights in the comments below!

19/03/2024

What are the Benefits of Guided Reading?
✅ Allows for individualised support
✅ Allows teachers to target specific reading needs
✅ Fosters a love for reading by making it a collaborative & enjoyable experience!
✅ Supports the development of important reading skills such as predicting, visualising, and making connections.

Read our blog to unlock the power of guided reading in primary schools!
https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/unlocking-the-power-of-guided-reading-in-primary-schools

14/03/2024

Empower pupils to think critically and creatively through literacy exercises, fostering independent thought and informed decision-making!
Read our latest blog on developing critical thinking skills using literacy activities - https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/developing-critical-thinking-skills-through-literacy-activities

12/03/2024

Trottiscliffe Primary School said...
"Since introducing Mighty Writer into my classroom the children have taken on a new love for writing."
Ready to transform literacy in your school? Head to our website - https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/

07/03/2024

"The exciting symbols engage children in their writing and the kinaesthetic element allows children to engage in it independently or with minimal support." - The Royal School, Wolverhampton.
Learn more about the Mighty Writer resource here: https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/

05/03/2024

"The way it supports extended writing & independence is magical & I am now utterly hooked! We are delighted to have found this resource." - Sharon Wyatt, Horn's Mill School.
Learn how to transform literacy in your primary school - https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/

29/02/2024

"We have found it is used in conjunction with other writing approaches very well and has made a very good impact on the writing achievement in the lower school." - Elmvale Primary School
Thank you for your feedback!😄✨
Looking to transform literacy in your primary school?
Head to our website to learn more: https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/

27/02/2024

"For our SEND pupils, it has been a gateway to writing and has engaged their imaginations" - Manor Green Primary Academy
Thank you!
Looking to transform literacy in your primary school?
Head to our website: https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/

22/02/2024

Beith Primary School Said...
"Mighty Writer has been such a great tool and a fabulous, innovative way to teach writing."✏
Thank you for your review!
Learn more: https://www.mightywriter.co.uk/

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Mighty Writer - an award-winning teaching resource.

As primary teachers know, the teaching of literacy is complex due to the many features which are needed to make up good quality writing. Children wrestle with an array of components such as creating content, punctuation, choosing and using appropriate vocabulary, structure and characterisation as well as many other important elements. This often results in lack of motivation and enjoyment for the children, and ultimately to slow progress and under achievement. This can impact on adulthood. It is also complex for the teacher as they seek to model and teach key concepts in clear and concise ways in order that children become increasingly independent and competent.

Mighty Writer transforms the way children’s writing is taught and learnt and enables young children to become independent, confident, capable writers. It uses a unique method to allow children to freely create their story, while scaffolding enables them to effortlessly transcribe the tale with accurate grammar. It simplifies the complex process of learning to write and enthuses children of all abilities.

Mighty Writer has been developed and tested in schools and with individual children across the south of England. We have had incredible results. Teachers have reported great enthusiasm about the progress of children with significant improvement in writing sentences and use of punctuation. Children started creating more complex stories, transforming reluctant writers into those who avidly enjoy the process. Their improvement, sense of achievement and self-esteem had all accelerated. Mighty Writer was also very flexible in that it can be used to teach different genres, be it retellings (both known stories and factual recounts), non-fiction and poetry.

Mighty Writer allows teachers to employ the techniques they already use in a simple and comprehensive manner to allow children to master the skills of writing, speaking and story planning. This ensures that teachers are not faced with an increased work load of learning a new method of teaching, but rather have all they need in one place and can approach the teaching of writing employing strategies they already use. There is currently nothing on the market similar in nature to this.

Principle features

The mat provides a space for children to create their story. Around the perimeter are various toolbars. The left toolbar contains sculpted connectives and conjunctions. The right toolbar contains sculpted punctuation. The top tool bars contain images. The standard image toolbar (which will be contained in the original pack) consists of illustrations of locations, living things, objects and environments. Image tool bars (which can also then be purchased separately) are also designed to link specifically to topics across the curriculum in order to support the teaching of writing on particular themes. Finally there are “sentence tiles” which allow children to create a sentence per tile. The tiles are coloured green, orange or red to denote the beginning, middle and end of the story.

The teacher is able to model and demonstrate each part of the retelling, planning, editing and creating process. They control the type and number of images on the toolbar, the number of connectives and other symbols to focus the teaching. Depending on the ability of the child, they can start their story by simply creating a story map of images on the mat. Introducing the sentence tiles allows the children to form structured sentences which can become increasingly complex as children’s ability develops.

The tiles are sculpted to fit the connective words and the punctuation (see felt prototype above). Hence the connectives and the punctuation form scaffolding around each sentence, teaching the child to use a capital letter, connective and punctuation. Furthermore there are other symbols that include adjectives, verbs, adverbs etc. Tiles can be placed anywhere on the mat and the story flows with the use of arrows between sentences. The child can then build the story sentence by sentence, all with coherent structure. They are encouraged to revisit, amend, improve and expand the story as much as possible. Everything is visual, easy and fun to use. With immediate effect, children can create a story with a comprehensive structure which makes sense and flows. See felt prototype below. They can retell this story as many times as they need to, or the teacher feels appropriate, until they are completely confident with it.

The next step is to allow the children to transcribe the story. Of course, the scaffolding around each sentence makes it easy for the child to successfully transcribe the whole creative, fun story with capitals, connectives, adjectives, verbs and punctuation among other elements.

To allow the teacher to enable pupils to work individually or in pairs, they will be able to print off A4 /A3 paper mini Mighty Writer©. Each A4/A3 sheet will have a number of sentences printed on it along with a symbol key to allow children to create their own stories and images using the same concepts and symbols as on the main mat. These are differentiated to meet the needs of different learners.

Who is Mighty Writer for?

Mighty Writer is aimed at teachers of 4-7 year olds and of all abilities who want to maximise the writing ability of their children. Parents can also easily use Mighty Writer and work with their children. In fact the children soon get the hang of it and quickly want to work alone.
It is also excellent as a tool to those who have English as an additional language and Special Educational Needs.

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