Want faster wins in your literacy block? This two‑PowerPoint pack builds student confidence with short, focused proofreading and spelling challenges that fit perfectly into daily routines and quick review sessions — ideal for warm‑ups, rotations or NAPLAN prep. Slides are deliberately simple and clutter‑free, designed using cognitive‑load principles so students focus on the skill (spelling, punctuation and editing) without distractions, helping them learn faster and with less teacher explanation.

This pack includes two editable PowerPoints designed for Years 2–3:

• Proofreading & Editing Passages — 50 short, curriculum‑aligned passages with a clear list of specific errors for students to find and correct (boundary punctuation, proper noun capitals, commas in noun lists, apostrophes of possession, and high‑frequency word spelling).
• Spelling Challenges — 85 commonly misspelt words suited to Year 2–3 students presented with the incorrect form on screen, accompanied by a spoken example sentence and on‑screen sentence. Students write the correct spelling after listening and are then provided with the answer.

What’s inside

• Two fully editable PowerPoints formatted slide-by-slide for whole-class, small-group or independent work.
• Answer slides provided for every item so you can check work quickly or use as an answer key for student self‑checking.

Why this pack saves you time

• Plug‑and‑teach slides remove planning and resourcing time — start teaching straight away.
• Clear, consistent slide layout means no fiddly formatting: copy, adapt, and reuse across terms.
• Answer slides speed up assessment and provide instant feedback routines.
• Multiple delivery modes (interactive whiteboard, individual devices pr as printed sheets) let you switch between whole‑class modelling and fast rotations without extra prep.

Curriculum alignment and learning impact

• Aligned to the Australian Curriculum — Literacy general capability: explicit practice in sentence punctuation, grammar, text conventions, spelling strategies and proofreading skills that build the working memory and metacognitive routines students need for independent editing.
• Targets specific conventions assessed in NAPLAN Language Conventions tests: boundary punctuation, capitals, commas, apostrophes and high‑frequency word spelling — perfect for Year 3 revision and confidence building.

Classroom uses and assessment

• Ideal for whole‑class modelling, guided group work, literacy rotations, relief‑teacher lessons, homework tasks and formative assessment checks.
• Use slides as quick formative probes: student responses highlight patterns of misunderstanding you can address in targeted mini‑lessons.
• Great for NAPLAN prep weeks: run a short daily proofreading or spelling challenge to mirror test-style practice and build stamina.

Practical extras you’ll appreciate

• Editable files so you can update words, change examples to reflect class interests, or convert to assessments.
• Low‑prep printable options for teachers who prefer paper tasks or need hard copies for assessment records.
• Accessible design with clear fonts, generous spacing and high‑contrast slides suited to Years 2–3 learners.

Give your students focussed, curriculum‑aligned practice that builds accuracy, confidence and test readiness — without the planning load. Add this two‑PowerPoint pack to your teaching toolkit for instant, flexible, classroom‑tested proofreading and spelling lessons.

Engage young writers with relatable stories, differentiated formats, and classroom-ready visuals!

This time-saving resource includes 15 original three-part comic strip narratives starring two lovable primary school characters, Sophie and Tim. It has been designed to spark imagination and support foundational writing skills in early childhood classrooms.

Each comic strip is provided in three flexible formats to suit a range of writing abilities:

• 🎨 Visual Only – Perfect for oral storytelling, discussion starters, or independent interpretation.
• 📝 Scaffolded Response – Includes sentence starters to guide emerging writers and build confidence.
• ✂️ Cut & Paste Story Ordering – A hands-on sequencing task that reinforces narrative structure and comprehension.

Why Teachers Love It:

• Differentiated for mixed-ability groups – Easily adapt tasks for learners with differing levels of ability.
• Ready to print or project – No prep required. Just choose your format and go!
• Builds narrative skills – Students explore characters, settings, and events in a structured, visual way.
• Relatable characters – Sophie and Tim model everyday experiences, making writing meaningful and fun.

Whether you’re introducing story structure, supporting sentence formation, or encouraging creative thinking, this resource is your go-to toolkit for engaging early writers.