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Why writing stamina matters: Building resilience in young writers

In many primary classrooms, writing starts well but fades fast. Hands ache. Ideas trail off. Confidence drops. Sound familiar?

Daily writing routines for teachers that really work

How to make writing a natural, low-stress part of the primary school day

6 Superhero Writing Prompts to Power Up Your Students’ Creativity

Superheroes have always fired up children's imaginations. Whether it’s epic battles, secret powers or saving the world before teatime, these larger-than-life characters are brilliant for inspiring wri...

The power of friendship: Writing prompts for the classroom

Friendship is a big part of school life. From playground games and classroom partners to fallouts and making up again, the ups and downs of friendships shape how children feel about coming to school e...

Building a whole-school writing culture: What the new DfE writing framework means for school leaders

The DfE's new Writing Framework, released in July 2025, offers a clear message: improving writing outcomes is not just a classroom priority; it is a whole-school responsibility. As leaders, your role ...

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Small tweaks, stronger writing: Your guide to the new framework

The Department for Education has just released a new Writing Framework for primary schools. If you’ve seen it and feel a bit daunted about the extra workload any changes might bring, we get it. We're ...

11 min read

How to help your pupils love writing (without adding to your planning)

How do we help our pupils enjoy writing?

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Full stops, fun and a full house: Writing Bingo has it all

At Pobble, we’re all about making writing exciting, and that includes editing. Let’s face it, checking your work isn’t always the most thrilling part of writing, but what if it felt more like a game t...

How to run a whole-school writing competition

Competitions are a brilliant way to get students excited about writing. They bring a sense of purpose and a little friendly rivalry, which can boost confidence and engagement for all writers.

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Dive into imagination: 10 sea-themed writing prompts

The sea has always captured our imaginations, from its vast mysteries to its shimmering waves and colourful creatures. It is a theme that naturally sparks curiosity and wonder in young writers, helpin...

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