In this two-part workshop, Louise will explore effective ways to teach sentences using explicit teaching and guided practice. She will make links to oral language and reading, and promote teaching sentences in context. A suggested scope and sequence will be introduced that breaks down simple, compound, and complex sentences. Louise will also review the writing lesson and identify how these skills can be transferred into writing, including supporting students to review and improve sentences.
Workshop content
• Reviewing the research on effective writing instruction
• Unpacking the syntax of sentences
• Exploring mini-lessons that teach students to understand and write simple, compound, and complex sentences
• Reviewing the writing lesson and identifying opportunities to apply sentence skills to create texts
The course includes:
• Two online 90-minute workshops (two time slots available)
FREE Resources
More information and a code to join this workshop will be emailed to attendees approximately three days prior to the workshop.
What teachers say about this workshop:
"I loved how practical the workshops were. They were easy to follow, and gave clear examples of how to use the content in your own classroom. I was able to immediately take what I had learnt and apply it in my classroom."
"Great workshop! Louise was fantastic and really knew her stuff. She was very easy to talk to and explained things clearly. Love the format of the workshop: a good mix of listening and interaction. Was highly engaging."
Location: Online two-part course beginning Thursday
Date: Thu, 13th August 2026
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
