Nick the Magpie provides a fun way to improve your children’s reading, writing and comprehension skills. Challenge cards are placed in the bird’s beak, instructing pupils to pick out particular types of writing from fiction, non-fiction and poetry, and then place examples in the bird’s nest. It’s a great way to provoke group discussion on contrasting styles of writing and different authors, whilst providing the visual reward of a full nest.How does it help you and your pupils?•Encourages children to look for inspirational authors and explore the techniques they use•Provides a focus for children to know what they are looking for when reading•The Teacher’s Notes provide activities, tips and tricks on how to read as writers•Includes suggestions of fiction, non-fiction and poetry books for children to readOpen up and discover..This kit contains:Nick the Magpie
