When we quiz students for knowledge retrieval, we are helping them remember key knowledge but we aren’t helping them build … More
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Some Jobs Sentences Do in Science
I’ve been thinking a lot about how important sentences are in science. The new DfE Writing Framework puts sentences at … More
Building Sentences in Physics – Talking Precisely about Energy at KS 3&4
It’s a mistake to think that we don’t have time to explicitly teach the sentences that students need to talk … More
Words Flowing Through Me: Nothing Going In
Sometimes when I read, the words just flow through me. The meaning doesn’t go in. Comprehension isn’t passive: it takes … More
Build better sentences in science writing
How can we ensure students understand complex scientific ideas, beyond just recalling facts? Developing their ability to write clear, precise … More
Tier Three Vocabulary: The Forgotten Words`
How important is science vocabulary in everyday reading? Are geographical terms helpful outside of a geography lesson? To what extent … More
Telling Stories in Physics Lessons
One of the great pleasures in physics teaching is telling stories. But who is the world greatest physics storyteller? I … More
10 Principles of Teaching Reading Comprehension in Science Lessons
Science teachers face a packed curriculum, and the thought of dedicating teaching time to literacy might seem impossible. However, reading … More
Rich and Connected Science Texts
Reading texts in science lessons is the best way to develop rich and connected knowledge. How many science lessons do … More
Why you should make your science lead responsible for whole school literacy
The problem with most English leads is that they don’t love science enough. They love novels, poetry, speeches. Some even … More
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