This KS1 letter writing unit provides a complete, sentence-driven writing sequence built around the outcome ‘Dear Earth’.

The unit follows an explicit 8-day structure, guiding pupils from experiencing a high-quality model text through sentence level grammar teaching and into independent writing. Each lesson is carefully structured to reduce cognitive load while maintaining high expectations for language and sentence construction.

What’s included:
• A high stretch model letter (used for reading, discussion and deconstruction)
• Clear plot points to structure writing
• Explicit grammar lessons (first person, adjectives, commands, questions)
• Differentiated dictated sentences for Year 1 and Year 2
• Independent sentence prompts with dual coded vocabulary support
• Daily oracy and movement routines to support sentence rehearsal
• Dedicated lessons for independent writing, editing, and performance (reading aloud)

This unit is designed for:
• Year 1 or mixed Year 1/2 classes
• Teachers who want clear, practical writing lessons without overcomplicated schemes
• Classrooms focusing on sentence quality, spoken language, and independence

The sequence supports National Curriculum expectations for KS1 writing, including sentence demarcation, sentence types, coordination, vocabulary development, and oral rehearsal. It is particularly well suited to teachers looking for a structured but flexible approach that can be reused across different writing outcomes.

Ideal for whole class teaching, mixed-age classes, and schools prioritising explicit writing instruction.