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Fun ideas for teaching your class to write instructions

  • by: Anna from Pobble
  • On: 25, Jan 2023
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Fun ideas for teaching your class to write instructions

Teaching your class how to write instructions can be tricky. Instructional texts usually tell the reader how to do something mundane and boring, like how to cook a meal or how to build a chair, but im...

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Encourage imaginative writing with these 6 science fiction prompts

Science fiction is a popular writing genre with teachers and primary children alike. It allows them to explore exciting topics such as outer space, aliens, time machines, new technology or scientific ...

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Harness the Magic of Books: 9 Captivating Book-Themed Writing Prompts

There's no limit to what young writers can find in the pages of a book. Whether it's new ideas, morals or self-belief, books can empower them to achieve, they are also a powerful starting point when i...

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Writing competition: Growing healthy minds

Please note - this competition is now closed. Sign up for a free Pobble account to be the first to hear about our future competition opportunities. 🏆 And the winner is... Congratulations to Alicia fr...

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Five fairytale writing prompts to inspire magical writing

Once upon a time, there was a teacher looking for enchanting ways to inspire their class to write. They discovered the ready-made writing prompts on Pobble and lived happily ever after...

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6 space themed prompts for out of this world writing!

Looking for some intergalactic inspiration? Children are fascinated by the mystery and wonder of outer space. It's a captivating topic to write about, plus, it can help them to develop a love of learn...

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Make a splash with these water-themed writing prompts!

If you're looking to make a splash with writing opportunities that link to the theme of water, look no further! 🌊

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8 animal-themed writing prompts to spark 'wild' ideas!

If you're looking for the best animal-themed writing prompts and story starters, look no further! There are heaps to choose from on Pobble.

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6 spooky writing prompts, ideal for Halloween!

Looking for unique writing opportunities in time for Halloween? We've got you covered!

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7 spellbinding prompts to inspire magical writing

Want to experience some magic in the classroom? When it comes to finding topics and themes to inspire your class they don't get much more exciting than enchantment, wizardry and magical powers.

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