Book details
The Works Key Stage 2
Description
A fantastic book of really great poems for Years 3,4,5 and 6. It contains poems which cover every form and theme of the Literacy Strategy, an index of poem types, advice for writing poems, advice for reading poems, lots of poetry activities and some workshop ideas and lesson plans.
Age
7-11
Text complexity
proficient
Length
352 pages
Why to read
- Enhances Literacy Skills: 'The Works Key Stage 2' by Pie Corbett is a comprehensive collection of poems that are specifically tailored for children in Key Stage 2. Reading this book can significantly improve children's literacy skills, including their reading, comprehension, and analysis abilities.
- Supports Curriculum Learning: The book aligns with the Key Stage 2 curriculum, making it an excellent resource for both teachers and students. It covers a wide range of themes and topics that are relevant to the curriculum, helping to reinforce what is taught in the classroom.
- Encourages Creativity and Imagination: Pie Corbett's selection of poems is designed to spark creativity and imagination in young readers. The diverse range of poetry styles and subjects can inspire children to explore their own creative writing and poetic expression.
- Develops Language and Vocabulary: Reading poetry exposes children to rich language and a variety of vocabulary. 'The Works Key Stage 2' offers an opportunity for children to encounter new words and phrases in context, enhancing their language development and vocabulary acquisition.