This practical teacher's resource is for use at KS1/P1-3. It provides structured lesson plans and linked copymasters, putting the emphasis on direct teaching and clear targets for pupil achievement in every lesson. Written in line with the National Curriculum and Scottish 5-14 Guidelines, it covers the key requirements for text level work. The material is ideal for interactive whole-class teaching, group and individual work.

• Sections of structured lesson plans on all the main genres - narrative, non-fiction, poetry and plays
• 90 linked copymasters, including copiable extracts from books and poems
• On-going and end-of-section assessments
• Special National Literacy Strategy and Scotland 5-14 planners
• Homework suggestions