Lee-on-the-Solent Junior School Progression through writing This guidance provides details about the key areas that your child needs to show in order to achieve each level in their This progression informs teaching and learning as well as targets for your child. In order for your child to achieve this level, they need to show this independently and in a number of pieces of work. that are the
Level 1c I will be able to write some words. I will be able to say a sentence of my own and write it down I will be able to point out full stops and say what they are used for. I will be able to start my writing at the top of the page on the left side. I will be able to use the word and to join my ideas. I will be able to write some letters and words. I will be able to try writing lists, captions and stories. Level 1b I will be able to use the word and in my sentences. I remember to use a capital letter to start a sentence. I remember to end my sentence with a full stop. I will be able to tell a simple story with a beginning, middle and end. I will be able to put events in the right order. I will be able to use my phonics when I am writing so that my teacher and my friends can read it. I will be able to use some story language like once upon a time, big bad wolf and happily ever after I will be able to choose some good words to put in my I will be able to write stories and non-fiction. Level 1a I will be able to write sentences which make sense. I will be able to join sentences with the word and. I try to remember to use capital letters and full stops in my I will be able to say and write sentences for different reasons like instructions and stories. I will be able to order events from a story or recount. I will be able to use words from stories like once upon a time, one day, and the end. I will be able to use a word bank and choose the best words to put in my I will be able to write descriptions using some good words.
Level 2c Sentence Structure and Punctuation I will be able to write simple sentences. I will be able to write compound sentences joined by the word and. I use capital letters and full stops in my I try to use exclamation marks and question marks in my I will be able to tell and write stories based on those I have read. I will be able to write stories with a beginning, middle and end and information texts with different sections. I will be able to think about different words and choose the best ones to put in my I will be able to choose words that I think the reader will like. Level 2b I will be able to make compound sentences using connectives like and, but, because, so and when I remember to use full stops, capital letters, exclamation marks and question marks in my I use words like he, she and they so I don t use the character s name too often. I will be able to start sentences in different ways. I will be able to organise my I will be able to collect information and ideas in sections for my I set out my writing correctly on the page for different text types, e.g. instructions, information texts and stories. I will be able to use time connectives like then, after, before, meanwhile I will be able to use describing words in my I will be able to include detail in my writing so it is interesting for my reader. I will be able to write different sorts of writing like stories, poems, and information texts. Level 2a I start sentences in different ways in my writing including connectives when, if and because I use the past tense for stories and recounts. I use full stops, capital letters and exclamation marks in my I will be able to use commas to separate items in a list. I try to use speech marks to show the words spoken by a character. I use the right sort of words and organise my writing correctly for different text types. I will be able to say how paragraphs are used and will begin trying to use them in my I will be able to set out my writing correctly on the page and use titles, sub- headings and captions appropriately. I will be able to write stories which have clear characters and events all the way through. I will be able to choose the best words and phrases to use in lots of different types of I will be able to show what my characters are like, and how they feel, by what they do and what they say.
Level 3c I will be able to use a mixture of simple and complex sentences which make sense. I will be able to write stories and recounts using the first person (I) and third person (he, she, they) consistently. I will be able to use time connectives like first, next, then, after a while and eventually I will be able to use connectives to show cause and reason like because, so, if, therefore and in order to. I will be able to use adjectives and adverbs to add detail to my I use speech marks to show the words spoken by characters. I will be able to write stories with clear beginnings and endings. I will be able to use layout features like titles, subheadings, text boxes and introductions when writing non-fiction. I will be able to group information and ideas into paragraphs. I will be able to use a range of verbs and adjectives for impact. I will be able to select nouns to be specific, e.g. Ferrari instead of car. I will be able to use technical language in some of my I will be able to choose words and phrases which will engage my reader. Level 3b I will be able to use a mixture of simple, compound and complex sentences which make sense. I will be able to use connectives like when, while, until because, both in the middle and at the start of sentences. I will be able to start sentences with adverbs like slowly, energetically or carefully I will be able to construct a complex sentence with an embedded clause, e.g. The boy, who was caught stealing apples, was chased by the farmer s dog..i will be able to use an apostrophe correctly to show possession, e.g. Katy s dog, I remember to use speech marks to show the words spoken by a character in my I will be able to write stories which include a problem to overcome and have a clear beginning and ending. I will be able to write stories where the sections are well balanced. In non-fiction writing, I include an introduction, information in sections and a conclusion. I will be able to use paragraphs to organise my I will be able to link paragraphs using connecting words and phrases. I will be able to use a range of technical and descriptive language in my I will be able to use a lot of different verbs and adjectives to have an impact on my reader. I will be able to use adverbs to add detail to my characters actions. I will be able to think about my reader and make my writing sound like the books I read.
Level 3a I will be able to use a variety of sentences for effect e.g. long and short sentences for description or suspense. I will be able to start sentences in different ways, e.g. with an adverb or a connective like when because or if. I will be able to use connectives like when, while, until because between sentences, in the middle and at the start of sentences I choose the right tense for my writing and use it all the way through. I will be able to use punctuation to show speech - speech marks, commas, question marks, exclamation marks and full stops. I will be able to use paragraphs in fiction and non-fiction I will be able to write stories which are well paced and have an opening, build up, problem, resolution and ending. I will be able to use pronouns to link ideas within sentences and between sentences. I will be able to use paragraphs within different sections of my stories. I will be able to confidently use words, phrases and sentences which are appropriate for the text type. I will be able to think about the reader and the purpose of my writing and carefully choose the words and phrases with these in mind. I will be able to choose words to add interest or add clarity and introduce opinion or persuasion. I will be able to use a range of devices to describe settings, e.g. details about sights, smells and sounds; use of precise nouns and adjectives. I will be able to create characters with some interaction to show their feelings. I will be able to use words imaginatively in order to have an effect on my reader, e.g. to entertain or amuse them. Level 4c I will be able to use complex sentences in my fiction and non- fiction I will experiment with my sentences to create an effect on the reader. I am able to write accurately, in the first and third person, using different tenses correctly. I think about the order of the words I will be able to use and choose them for effect, e.g. to be interesting, precise, clear or to the point. I will be able to set out speech correctly, starting a new line for a new speaker, and punctuate it correctly. I will be able to vary the pace within my stories. I will be able to use layout features to help organise my I will be able to use connectives for cause, time and reason. I will be able to create settings which include detail to help my reader picture them. I will be able to develop my characters through description and dialogue. I will be able to make the purpose of my writing clear, e.g. to interest, inform or engage. I will be able to create characters with significant interaction, using action and dialogue. I will be able to choose effective vocabulary. I will be able to maintain an appropriate written style which is suitable for my audience and purpose.
Level 4b In my own writing, I will be able to use complex sentences with different starters, e.g. ISPACE I will be able to use subordinate clauses to add relevant detail to my complex sentences. I will be able to add detail to my writing by using extended noun phrases. I will be able to use tense and person accurately, making sure my nouns and verbs agree, e.g. we were, he was I will be able to use realistic dialogue in my I will be able to use commas correctly to show clauses in my I will be able to sustain ideas within and between paragraphs. I will be able to make the layout of my writing right for my audience and purpose. I will be able to use paragraphs of different lengths for different effects. I will be able to use paragraphs to signal a change of time, scene, action, mood or person. I will be able to use a variety of structures to help organise my fiction and non- fiction I will be able to use a balance of action, dialogue and description when writing stories. I will be able to sustain and develop my ideas in a logical way in my I will be able to present information clearly including detail to add interest, persuade, etc. I will be able to use different narrative techniques to engage and entertain the reader. I will be able to maintain a consistent viewpoint. I will be able to maintain a tone and style which is appropriate to my purpose and audience. I will be able to move the story forward using dialogue and Level 4a I will be able to choose sentences for effect. I will be able to choose sentences appropriately for the text type, purpose and audience. I will be able to use punctuation in my complex sentences to make the meaning clear for the reader. I will be able to use a full range of punctuation including ellipsis, hyphen, brackets, colon and semi colon. I will be able to punctuate speech correctly including split dialogue. I will be able to achieve different effects by moving paragraphs in my I will be able to use of a range of connecting words and phrases appropriate to text type. I will be able to develop ideas within and between paragraphs and sections. I will be able to structure my writing effectively and show features of the text type. I will be able to organise and present my writing in effective and unusual ways. I will be able to use a mixture of action, dialogue and description to introduce and manage my characters. I will be able to vary pace within my I will be able to achieve specific effects by experimenting with techniques. I will be able to select vocabulary according to the purpose and audience of my I can use words to show shades of meaning. I will be able to create characters and convey thoughts and emotions. I will be able to choose sentences which match the text type and use them for effect.
Level 5c I will be able to use a variety of sentences to make my writing effective. I will be able to use adverbials to add detail to sentences within my I will be able to use complex sentences which start with conjunctions in my I will be able to show flair in writing to create an effect. I will be able to use the full range of punctuation appropriately and consistently. I will be able to use a range of devices to link ideas within paragraphs including pronouns and connectives. I will be able to ensure my non-fiction writing contains a relevant introduction and has clearly presented and organised information. I will be able to make my writing coherent and balanced. I will be able to make my own decisions about layout and presentation when I will be able to include direct attempts to involve the reader in my I will be able to choose vocabulary which is well matched to the purpose of my I will be able to use a writing style appropriate to the text type by creating sentences for effect. I will be able to effectively combine elements of description, action and characterisation. I will be able to use the passive voice to create suspense or write texts like science reports. I will be able to create and use effectively a range of language techniques such as imagery, alliteration, rhythm and rhyme I will be able to include direct attempts to involve the reader in my writing Level 5b I will be able to use complex sentences effectively in my writing of different text types. I will be able to use a wide range of connectives which are appropriate to the text type. I will be able to use punctuation to make meaning clear for the reader and to show speech within longer sentences. I will be able to use punctuation for effect and clarity. I will be able to show clear development of ideas across the text, including linking openings and closings. I will be able to structure individual paragraphs effectively. I will be able to write and present texts which use words, images and sounds clearly and effectively. I will be able to comment upon the character s thoughts and feelings. I will be able to maintain the reader s interest through use different narrative techniques. I will be able to use varied and appropriate vocabulary including use of specific and technical words to make my writing more precise. I will be able to choose vocabulary to reflect shades of meaning, e.g. irritated, angry, furious, apoplectic.
Level 5a I will be able to choose sentences for their effect upon my reader. I will be able to show flair when writing to achieve specific effects. I will be able to use tense for effect, e.g. diaries written in all three tenses, e.g. When I woke this morning; As I write I can hear; Later on I shall I will be able to decide on the layout of my text to suit the purpose of my writing and my audience. I will be able to use a range of devices within and between paragraphs to achieve cohesion. I will be able to ensure my writing is sequenced effectively throughout. I will be able to write and create ICT presentations which are clear, effective and have an impact on the audience. I will be able to select the appropriate style and form to match the purpose, audience and text type. I will be able to demonstrate clear control over the words I use throughout the text. I will be able to use varied vocabulary with confidence to create a range of effects. I will be able to show sustained awareness of my reader through the words and sentences I choose. I will be able to effectively develop a narrative theme. I will be able to use and maintain both formal and informal styles in my