English Writing Objectives MB One Page.pdf

Much Birch School Writing Objectives outline composition, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and handwriting skills for students in Years 1-6. Key objectives include:

Year 1:
- Composing sentences orally before writing
- Sequencing sentences to form short narratives
- Using basic punctuation and capitalization
- Recognizing common exception words
- Developing correct handwriting techniques

Year 2:
- Writing for different purposes
- Using expanded noun phrases and correct verb tenses
- Introducing subordination and coordination
- Recognizing phase 6 graphemes and common exception words
- Improving handwriting legibility and size

Year 3:
- Writing appropriately for purpose and audience
- Organizing paragraphs around a theme
- Using simple organizational devices and correct punctuation
- Recognizing common prefixes and homophones
- Improving handwriting spacing and legibility

Year 4:
- Writing with consistent grammar and vocabulary
- Organizing paragraphs and using simple devices
- Proofreading for errors and using correct punctuation
- Recognizing common prefixes and homophones
- Improving handwriting legibility and spacing

Year 5:
- Writing for specific audiences and purposes
- Developing characterisation, setting, and atmosphere
- Using cohesive devices and correct grammar
- Recognizing relative clauses and modal verbs
- Improving handwriting speed and style

Year 6:
- Writing with consistent tone, vocabulary, and grammar
- Developing characterisation, setting, and atmosphere
- Using organisational devices and correct punctuation
- Recognizing homophones and near-homophones
- Improving handwriting fluency and speed.