Choosing and Using a Broad Range of Children's Literature and Developing Progressive Text Maps

17th May 9:15am - 3:15pm at Little Sutton Primary School, Worcester Lane, Sutton Coldfield, B75 5NL About this event A day designed for leaders and teachers alike to consider the range of reading experiences they are providing for children whether through direct instruction (English and reading lessons, books read aloud) or via the books available to the children to choose from as they develop the reading habit.  Ruth will explore fiction, non-fiction and poetry (with maybe the odd graphic novel thrown in), from contemporary and highly acclaimed authors.  As part of this day, Ruth will also look at how texts should be mapped across a year group and the whole school to ensure that the content, complexity and interest level of books are progressive, supporting learners at all stages of their reading journey.   Click here to Book  

Talk Through Stories

6th Jun 10am - 4pm at Little Sutton Primary School, Worcester Lane, Sutton Coldfield, B75 5NL About this event At this in-person training day, recommended for reading leaders and Reception teachers, Nick Canon will show schools how to:   use the Talk Through Stories programme to close the word gap and develop children’s love of stories; teach every activity in the Talk Through Stories programme; inspire children to care about the characters and understand the story; and choose the right books to connect with their children.   Attendees will leave with an action plan to develop storytime and teach vocabulary in their school.   Click here to Book  

Exploring Effective Pedagogies and Teaching Approaches for Reading - Years 3/4

20th Jun 3:45pm-5:15pm ONLINE WEBINAR  About this event Following the webinars that were delivered in the first half of this academic year which focused on how to organise/sequence reading lessons, Ruth will present a series of sessions exploring the pedagogies and teaching approaches that are appropriate for each year group, as well as exploring how reading supports learners to become more effective and creative writers.   Click here to Book  

Role of the Reading Leader

4th Jul 3:45pm-5pm ONLINE WEBINAR  About this event Another chance to see this recorded, non-SSP-specific, webinar delivered by expert English Hub Literacy Specialist, Lamorna Ross.  Suitable for current or prospective reading leaders interested in learning more about the role of reading leader, and in acquiring supportive strategies to enhance performance.   Click here to Book  

The Role of Governors in Supporting Phonics Implementation

10th Jul 5pm-6:15pm ONLINE WEBINAR  About this event Another chance to see this recorded webinar, delivered by expert English Hub Literacy Specialist, Lamorna Ross, and suitable for all governance professionals and senior leaders involved in governance who would like to know more about how to support their school with the implementation of excellent phonics provision.   Click here to Book