HACHETTE PRAT How I Wish I'd Taught Writing | Paperback | English Language Study

This essential guide, How I Wish I'd Taught Writing, directly addresses common misconceptions that impede effective writing instruction in primary schools. Authored by Dr Tim Mills and Clare Sealy, this book analyzes substantial and growing research to offer a clear, research-led companion to the DfE Writing Framework.

• Dispels the myth that teaching writing lacks an established, rational pedagogy.
• Counters the idea that research on teaching writing is too thin to be relevant.
• Clarifies the relationship between reading and writing instruction.
• Argues against viewing writing solely as a creative gift, framing it as a teachable social necessity.

The book provides an unambiguous approach based on current educational research, specifically targeting educators seeking best practices for teaching writing in primary settings.

• Author(s): Mills, Dr Tim; Sealy, Clare
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 224 pages
• Publisher: Hachette Learning
• ISBN-10: 103601410X
• ISBN-13: 978-1036014100
• Dimensions: 14.6 x 1.6 x 20.8 cm
• Weight: 300 g
• Reading Age: 18 years and up
• Release Date: June 18, 2026

Gain a research-backed foundation for teaching writing effectively with this comprehensive paperback from Hachette Learning.