Making sense of what a teacher observes in the classroom is vital to their development as a new teacher and a fundamental aspect of high-quality literacy teaching. By providing real-life case studies that analyse what underpins interactions between teachers and children, this book will help them understand literary learning processes and develop their own practice. <br/>Key features of this second edition include:<ul><li>A new chapter on teaching grammar, spelling and punctuation </li><li>Links to the National Curriculum in England and the Curriculum for Excellence in Scotland </li><li>Expanded discussion on teaching phonics </li><li>Clear guidance on how to undertake assessment without levels. </li></ul>