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Use this sheet to develop children’s subject vocabulary and support writing activities.

Talking about the size of the universe is a great time to improve children’s vocabulary relating to size.

Take a look at the techniques that Clare Bevan used when writing The Christmas Wish.

Let children's imaginations run riot with this activity that's perfect for discussing where ideas come from.

Use this resource for highlighting geographical language. For printing or using on your whiteboard.

Look at how colours can be linked to words and talk about the shades of meaning.

Use our 'Sea words' resource sheet for looking at shades of meaning with words describing different kinds of waves.

Take a look at Power words – and think about words that pack a positive punch.

Use this resource for highlighting geographical language. For printing or using on your whiteboard.

Discuss word choices and how a word can affect the mood of writing with these synonyms.