A Letter to Primary School - Year 7 - ks3 teaching resource

A Letter to Primary School – Year 7 is a six-lesson teaching resource designed to introduce students to the skills of formal letter writing. Perfect for use during the Autumn Term, this engaging unit provides a step-by-step approach to developing writing skills while helping students transition smoothly from KS2 to KS3.

The lessons are structured around the four-part lesson format — starter, introduction, development, and plenary — ensuring a clear, consistent structure that supports effective learning. All PowerPoint slides are fully editable, allowing teachers to personalise and differentiate lessons to suit the needs of their class.

Key Features and Activities Include:

• Identifying and understanding the key features of formal letter writing

• Exploring formality: what it is and why it matters

• How to set out a formal letter correctly

• Expanding vocabulary through targeted language activities

• Drafting and redrafting techniques to improve writing quality

• Opportunities for peer feedback and self-assessment

This resource combines clear explanations, practical examples, and interactive tasks to make learning formal letter writing accessible, enjoyable, and effective for Year 7 students.

To preview A Letter to Primary School – Year 7 in full, click on the images opposite to view sample slides.

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