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Characteristics of an effective Communicator, Reader and Writer

As a successful Communicator, Reader and Writer we look for the the following characteristics:

Communicator

An exceptional talent for listening attentively so as to understand what is being said.
A rich and varied vocabulary that gives clarity and interest to conversations.
Clear speech that can be easily understood by a range of audiences.
An excellent grasp of the rules used in English conversation, such as tenses and the grammatical structure of sentences.
A highly developed ability to tell stories that capture the interest and imagination of the audience.
A delight in initiating and joining in conversations.
Respect for others when communicating, even when views differ.

Reader

Excellent phonic knowledge and skills.
Fluency and accuracy in reading across a wide range of contexts throughout the curriculum.
Knowledge of an extensive and rich vocabulary.
An excellent comprehension of texts.
The motivation to read for both study and for pleasure.
Extensive knowledge through having read a rich and varied range of texts.

Writer

The ability to write fluently and with interesting detail on a number of topics throughout the curriculum.
A vivid imagination which makes readers engage with and enjoy their writing.
A highly developed vocabulary and an excellent knowledge of writing techniques to extend details or description.
Well-organised and structured writing, which includes a variety of sentence structures
Excellent transcription skills that ensure their writing is well presented and punctuated, spelled correctly and neat.
A love of writing and an appreciation of its educational, cultural and entertainment values.

English Curriculum

Aaaaaargh at the beach

sandy beach
sunny day
shark attack
run away!
bag of donuts
cup of tea
seagull swooping
down at me!
At the pier
Amusement time
wasting my pennies
day light crime!
sandy toes
sandy knees
car park picnic
with lots of cheese!
poo and wee
in the bay
Red flag raised
run away!
End of day
cod and chips
really nice
family trip!

by Oliver year5

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Characteristics of an effective Communicator, Reader and Writer

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