Giving children the opportunity to jot down their thoughts before asking them to speak is a simple yet underused strategy.
When we ask for volunteers to speak, typically 25% or fewer children indicate that they want to contribute. However, in my experience, most children are willing and able to participate when they have had a moment to think and a chance to jot down their ideas.
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These quick jottings can play such an important role in supporting oracy. They can help children organise their thinking, and help them feel ready to share their ideas aloud.
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