The effective use of picture books in Key Stage 2

Picture books are sometimes viewed as Key Stage 1 resources, which are less successful as a teaching tool at Key Stage 2. This INSET explores the potential of picture books at Key Stage 2 in developing children’s literacy skills, particularly in relation to speaking and listening and improving writing standards.

The session:

• explores a range of picture books
• considers the place and function of visual literacy
• investigates ways of responding to texts, incorporating multiple intelligences and speaking and listening activities
• discusses potential written outcomes
• develops planned units of work based on identified picture books

Feedback from teachers about this course

‘Really enthused me to go and use more picture books with my Y6 class.’
‘A super chance to look at another aspect of visual literacy.’

Enquire about this course

If you’d like to discuss the possibility of booking this course for your school or cluster, please contact Gill.