Foundation Phase · Grades 1 to 3 · Life SkillsTheme Writing
Every week has the same three parts so learners know the routine. All grades share the fact sheet and the talk. Writing splits by grade.
| Day | Whole group | Grade 1 | Grade 2 | Grade 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | Fact sheet read-aloud, new words, Spin game | Picture facts, tap the speaker to hear them again | ||
| Tue | Thinking questions at the whiteboards in mixed groups | Look & Say | Think & Explain | Big Think |
| Wed | Model the writing task, share word bank | Oral sentences, then copy and build | Plan 2 paragraphs | Plan stage |
| Thu | Writing time | Write 4 to 5 sentences | Write 2 paragraphs | Draft stage |
| Fri | Edit, share and earn the week's star | Checklist with a buddy | Checklist, read to Grade 1 | Edit stage (CUPS), read to class |
Writing targets grow through the term. Grade 1 goes from 4 to 5 sentences. Grade 2 goes from 6 to 10 sentences in 2 paragraphs. Grade 3 goes from 10 to 15 sentences over 3 or 4 paragraphs. Work saves on each iPad by itself.