There are 8 lessons in the Spring block of work, each of which focuses on a small step taken from the DfE’s English Appendix 2: Vocabulary, grammar and punctuation from the national curriculum.
Each lesson has a PowerPoint presentation, an activity sheet and a worksheet.
The activity sheets focus more on practical activities and the worksheets apply the skills, often through writing. Each activity and worksheet is differentiated at two levels: less able and more able. The less challenging resources tend to use simpler vocabulary and often include visual prompts and scaffolding.
Each lesson plan also includes ideas for additional or continuous provision activities.
The vocabulary used in the resources in this block is aligned with the spelling curriculum that the children will be covering in Year 4. Sometimes the vocabulary is kept simple to allow the children to focus on the new concept that is being taught.
Dependent on your timetabling and individual needs of your children, you may wish to split each lesson over 2, 3 or more sessions.
Each session lasts 15 – 30 minutes depending on the age of the children and the complexity of the skills/knowledge being taught. The lessons are designed to be stand-alone though could be incorporated as part of the main English lesson.
The following small steps are covered this term:
✅ Spell and use nouns with endings that sound like /ʃən/
✅ Use adjectives and prepositions to expand noun phrases
✅ Understand the difference between plural and possessive -s
✅ Identify and begin to use apostrophes to mark plural possession
✅ Identify possessive pronouns
✅ Use and punctuate fronted adverbials for where
✅ Begin to use other punctuation in direct speech
✅ Identify and use Standard English verb forms in writing
Our Year 4 Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar (SPaG) scheme for the Spring Term builds on prior learning, helping pupils refine their grammar skills and sentence structure. Aligned with the DfE’s English Appendix 2: Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation, this structured approach ensures pupils develop confidence in writing with accuracy and clarity.
This term, pupils will explore more advanced noun phrases, refine their understanding of possessive forms, and expand their knowledge of punctuation in direct speech. The lessons also introduce the correct use of Standard English verb forms, ensuring pupils develop greater grammatical accuracy in their writing.
The Year 4 SPaG Spring Term scheme focuses on these small steps:
Each lesson includes structured PowerPoint slides, engaging activities, and differentiated worksheets, providing pupils with multiple ways to grasp new concepts. The lessons support independent writing while ensuring a clear progression in grammatical accuracy.
The Year 4 SPaG scheme for the Spring Term helps pupils expand their writing through detailed noun phrases and precise word choices. By using adjectives and prepositions effectively, pupils learn how to enhance descriptions while maintaining clarity in their writing.
A key focus of this term is understanding possessives, distinguishing between plural and possessive -s, and using apostrophes for plural possession. Pupils will also refine their knowledge of direct speech punctuation, ensuring their dialogue is structured correctly.
Our SPaG scheme for Year 4 is designed to help teachers deliver structured, engaging lessons that make grammar accessible and relevant. The scheme reinforces prior knowledge while introducing new skills progressively, helping pupils improve their writing fluency and precision.
Key benefits of our Year 4 SPaG Spring Term scheme include:
This Year 4 SPaG scheme is part of a full-year programme covering the Autumn, Spring, and Summer terms. Each term builds on prior learning, ensuring pupils develop a solid understanding of grammar, punctuation, and sentence construction.
Our SPaG resources for Year 4 include interactive teaching materials, printable worksheets, and engaging activities that cater to different learning styles. Whether following the full scheme or selecting individual lessons, these resources provide comprehensive grammar support.
Access our complete Year 4 Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar scheme for the Spring Term and bring structured, engaging grammar lessons into your classroom. With high-quality resources, differentiated activities, and clear learning objectives, this
