ENGLISH SKILLS 4
Schofield & Sims: English Skills 4
Age: 9–11 years (Key Stage 2)
ISBN: 9780721714103 | Pages: 48
Overview:
English Skills 4 provides graded practice to enhance literacy skills, aligning with the National Curriculum for English at Key Stage 2. This book is part of a comprehensive series designed to embed learning, reinforce key concepts, and prepare pupils for Year 5 and the Key Stage 2 national tests.
Key Features:
- Structured Learning: Divided into three sections, each with 12 one-page tests that progressively increase in difficulty.
Test Components:
- Warm-up Exercises: Word puzzles and revision tasks.
- Word Work: Focus on spelling, word structure, and vocabulary.
- Sentence Work: Grammar, punctuation, and sentence formation tasks.
- Application Tasks: Writing and Proofreading tasks encourage practical application of concepts.
- Self-Monitoring: Includes a Progress Chart with ‘I can statements’ and a Glossary for literacy terms.
Topics Covered:
- Relative clauses.
- Formal vs. informal language.
- Modal verbs and adverbs for possibility.
- Adverbials and pronouns for cohesion.
- Punctuating parentheses.
- Vocabulary for effect.
Teacher Support:
The accompanying Answer Book provides solutions to all exercises, while the Teacher’s Guide offers resources and guidance to support learning. Online answers and free resources are also available.
Ideal For:
Building literacy skills through structured, engaging, and challenging practice, preparing Year 5 students for further progress in English.