📝 Years 0-2: Foundation Writing

Writing to Inform: Draw pictures with labels • Write simple lists • Use basic sight words

Writing to Persuade: Express simple preferences ("I like...") • Draw and label favourite things

Writing to Entertain: Tell simple stories through pictures • Create basic narratives with beginning-middle-end

Composition & Language: Simple sentences (3-5 words) • Capital letters for names • Full stops

Writing to Inform: Write simple instructions • Create basic reports • Use descriptive words

Writing to Persuade: Give simple reasons ("because...") • Write basic requests

Writing to Entertain: Write short stories with characters • Use dialogue in speech marks

Composition & Language: Simple sentences (5-8 words) • Question marks • Exclamation marks • Basic conjunctions (and, but)

📚 Years 3-5: Developing Writing

Writing to Inform: Write clear instructions with steps • Create factual reports with headings • Use time connectives

Writing to Persuade: Give multiple reasons • Write simple arguments • Use persuasive language

Writing to Entertain: Develop character descriptions • Create settings • Use varied sentence starters

Composition & Language: Compound sentences using conjunctions • Sentences 8-12 words • Apostrophes for contractions

Writing to Inform: Organise information in paragraphs • Use subheadings • Include relevant details

Writing to Persuade: Structure arguments clearly • Use evidence to support points • Address audience directly

Writing to Entertain: Develop plot with problem/resolution • Use descriptive language • Create tension

Composition & Language: Complex sentences with subordinate clauses • Sentences 10-15 words • Commas in lists

Writing to Inform: Write formal reports • Use topic sentences • Include conclusions

Writing to Persuade: Counter opposing views • Use rhetorical questions • Employ emotive language

Writing to Entertain: Use literary devices (metaphor, simile) • Vary narrative perspective • Create atmosphere

Composition & Language: Mix of simple, compound, complex sentences • Sentences 12-18 words • Apostrophes for possession

🎯 Years 6-8: Advanced Writing

Writing to Inform: Synthesise information from multiple sources • Use formal register • Include bibliography

Writing to Persuade: Develop sustained arguments • Use statistics and expert opinion • Anticipate counterarguments

Writing to Entertain: Experiment with genre conventions • Use sophisticated vocabulary • Create complex characters

Composition & Language: Varied sentence structures for effect • Sentences 15-20 words • Semi-colons and colons

Writing to Inform: Write analytical reports • Use technical vocabulary • Present balanced viewpoints

Writing to Persuade: Craft sophisticated arguments • Use logical reasoning • Employ persuasive techniques strategically

Writing to Entertain: Experiment with narrative techniques • Use symbolism • Create original plots

Composition & Language: Complex multi-clause sentences • Sentences 18-25 words • Advanced punctuation (dashes, brackets)

Writing to Inform: Produce research-based writing • Use academic conventions • Critically evaluate sources

Writing to Persuade: Construct compelling arguments • Use sophisticated language techniques • Address complex issues

Writing to Entertain: Master genre requirements • Use advanced literary techniques • Create sophisticated themes

Composition & Language: Sophisticated sentence variety for purpose • Sentences vary 10-30+ words • Precise punctuation for clarity and effect