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Writing & Vocabulary
from Catalogue - NZ
by Smart Kids
Story Starter Cards
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Create a classroom of inventive storytellers. The cards have a vibrant, interesting photograph on one side and contain two story starters on the reverse with a selection of interest words to help them along. Simply inspirational! Ages 6+ • 72 cards (160mm x 110mm). W05 $39.90
Focus On... Writing Bumper Kit
Want to spark your students’ creativity? This ultimate writing kit will inspire even the most reluctant writers. Every style of prose is covered with hints, structure, descriptive word lists and story starter ideas to create some young literary masters. Kit includes: Story Starter Writing Cards, A5 Non-fiction Writing Directory, A5 Poetry Writing Directory, A5 Narrative and Genre Writing Directory, A5 Writer’s Directory, Story Spinners, Crazy Fables Flip stand, FREE Writer’s Planner. Crazy Fables Flip Book
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This double-sided flip book allows children to build their favourite fables and nursery rhymes PRICE! as well as create their own adaptations by mixing different stories together. Structured around who, what, where, when and why with pages (and phrases) in each section. Ages 6+ • Tent base (110mm x 440mm). G14 $22.90
6 Story Spinners
Create the foundations of creative story writing by using one spinner at a time or altogether to create a plan for individual story writing. Demonstrate and investigate the different elements of a story in whole-class learning. Ages 7+ • Covers who, what, where, when and why, plus characteristics. • 6 spinners (190mm x 190mm). W20 $24.50
Writer’s Directory
Designed to give children confidence in their writing, as well as expanding their vocabulary. Use before pupils start writing to plan events and characters; during writing, to find an appropriate adjective; and whilst editing, to check spelling and find alternatives for overused words. Ages 6+ • 18 pages (160mm x 220mm).
Creative Writing Directory
Create rich text, interesting characters and great story lines. Students are guided through planning stages, working out the structure, point of view and character development. Vocabulary is provided to help describe or choose settings, characters and their actions.
Ages 8+
• 18 pages (160mm x 220mm).
Writer’s Planner
This writer’s companion provides a structured plan for recording thoughts, imaginative ideas, individual words and phrases during the development of different pieces of writing. Contents: 48 pages (170 x 250mm). Ages 6+
W01 $19.50 W10 $19.50 W03 $9.90
Poetry Directory
An excellent reference and guide to learning about and writing poetry. The fun illustrated pages give guidance on form, features, styles, structure and writing tips for 18 different poetry styles.
Ages 7+
• 18 pages (160mm x 220mm).
Non-Fiction Directory
Everything you need to know about planning, writing and editing non-fiction texts. Covers explanation texts, reports, discussion texts, persuasive texts, recounts and instructional texts. Ages 7+ • 18 pages (160mm x 220mm).
Narrative & Genre Directory
Our incredible directory uses vibrant illustrations and essential writing tips to give students advice on narrative and genre structure, story planning and language features, as well as guidance on editing. With this revolutionary aid that covers the different writing genres, there is no limit to the imaginative writing your pupils will produce. Sets out writing success criteria in an inspiring, visual way.
Ages 7+
• 18 pages (160mm x 220mm).