The essential teaching theory and practice text for primary English. Covering the skills of planning, monitoring, assessment and class management, it relates these specifically to primary English. With full coverage of the theory and practice required for effective and creative English teaching, this text is an essential guide for all trainees working towards QTS. Practical guidance and features support trainees throughout to translate this learning to the classroom, embed ICT in their lessons and to understand the wider context of their teaching. This 7th edition is updated in line with the new National Curriculum.