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How to teach writing without the overwhelm: Tools and tips for time-poor teachers

Teaching writing is one of the most rewarding, but also most time-consuming parts of being a teacher. Between planning engaging lessons, differentiating for different abilities, marking work, and keep...

How to differentiate writing lessons in primary schools (without the stress)

Differentiation is the cornerstone of inclusive teaching, especially when it comes to writing. Every child in your classroom is unique, with different strengths, needs, and learning styles. But tailor...

11 min read

Turn 'I don’t know what to write' into writing success across school

As a school leader, you know the importance of developing strong writing skills in pupils. Writing is at the heart of the curriculum, yet it remains one of the most challenging areas for schools to ge...

10 proven strategies to motivate reluctant writers in primary schools

For many primary school teachers, encouraging reluctant writers to engage in writing tasks can feel like climbing a steep hill. Whether it’s the dreaded “I don’t know what to write” or the groans that...

13 min read

Why neurodiverse kids struggle with writing (and how to help)

Writing is one of the most complex skills to teach in primary schools. It demands not only fine motor coordination but also cognitive and emotional engagement, making it especially challenging for neu...

16 min read

Writing competition: All the Write Ingredients

Please note - This competition has now closed. For more ways to inspire your young writers, visit Pobble.com A free writing competition with a healthy eating twist! 🥦🧀🍎 Picture this: a classroom bu...

Christmas writing magic: 7 ready-made prompts to spark creativity

'Tis the season for more than just festive decorations and twinkling lights. The anticipation of the holiday season naturally brings a sense of excitement into the classroom. The festive spirit is con...

Images to inspire writing in your classroom

Images are a powerful tool for inspiring writing in the classroom. When it comes to igniting the flames of creativity, visual stimuli can work wonders. As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousan...

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The ultimate list of ways to use Pobble to inspire writing

For those of you who are new to Pobble (where have you been?!?), we'll answer that all-important question...

Inspire writing creativity for the BBC's 500 Words Competition

The BBC 500 Words Competition is back for 2023 and Pobble is delighted to be an official partner!

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