11+ English

Year Six is an important year in the life of any child. In the last year of junior school, children and their parents look forward to Senior school and new issues arise:- Does my child need extra help with his English?- Her class teacher just doesn't have time to help her with the basics ? how can we help?- He just can't seem to get started with story writing ? what tips do you have?- Her stories are lovely but she can't manage a time limit! - I am putting him in for an examination to a selective school, but is his English good enough?- How can we improve our children?s ability with comprehensions?This is the book for anyone who shares these concerns. It enables parents and children to work together on all aspects of English at the Key Stages Two/Three level. It is also specifically aimed at children who are going to take entrance examinations at 11+ for grammar schools or selective independent schools.The author has developed many techniques and games to help children improve their English. This book combines these with guidance to parents on how to use them to help their child. With a strong emphasis on having fun and on working without stress, the author tackles the subject with common sense, clarity and considerable humour.