A careful writer ensures that they have checked that their writing includes each of the features on this chart.
Identify punctuation as a feature of written text different from letters; recognise that capital letters are used for names, and that capital letters also signal the beginning of sentences while punctuation marks signal the end
Recognise that sentences are key units for expressing ideas
Recognise that sentences are made up of groups of words that work together in particular ways to make meaning
Understand that punctuation is a feature of written text different from letters; recognise how capital letters are used for names, and that capital letters and full stops signal the beginning and end of sentences
Demonstrates developing skills and knowledge in grammar, punctuation and vocabulary when responding to and composing texts
Tracks written text from left to right and from top to bottom of the page and identifies visual and spatial features of print
Creates written texts that include at least 2 related ideas and correct simple sentences
Understand that punctuation is a feature of written text different from letters and recognise how capital letters are used for names, and that capital letters and full stops signal the beginning and end of sentences