Key Stage 1

ICT KS1 Unit 1B - Using a word bank

In this unit children learn to use a word processor to assemble text held in a word bank and start to develop familiarity with the computer keyboard.
Children will discuss the words they see around them and will understand that words convey information. They will use this knowledge to communicate ideas using ICT.
This unit could be taught in reception.
Children will be able to apply what they have learnt in this unit when writing short reports, lists and recipes.

WEBLINKS	A lesson idea A series of lessons with word banks
SOFTWARE	RM Talking FirstWord Talking Textease - RM Clicker 4 with Clicker Writer - Crick
BOOKS	A series of pupils’ books, teachers’ books and photocopiable resource sheets from Smart Learning Ltd.(www.smart-learning.co.uk for samples) The facilities below are only available to Isle of Wight Schools Click here to order your Projects from School Library Service Click here for Education Centre - Library Resources

OTHER RESOURCES

• word processor with talking word bank facility
• mouse
• word bank
• collection of written text, e.g. posters, signs, labels