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Word games for reluctant writers

  • by: Anna from Pobble
  • On: 4, Oct 2021
23 min read

Word games for reluctant writers

Whether it’s at home or in the classroom, we all know that children are more engaged and motivated if toys and games are involved. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up some classic games that will impr...

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Literacy is simply defined as the ability to read and write, but these skills are prefaced by the development of oral language and vocabulary. These three skills — oral language, reading, and writing,...

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Whilst it’s nice to celebrate kindness on a specific day or week, the notion of being kind shouldn’t be for a day, but a constant theme. Creating a culture of kindness in schools can provide a basis f...

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