Year 1 English Week 17: Common Exception Words

Year 1 English unit teaching common exception words through instructions. Includes engaging lesson slides, printable resources and a clear weekly overview.

Year 1 English – Common Exception Words | Instruction Writing

A complete, ready-to-teach Year 1 English unit combining common exception words with instruction writing.

Pupils develop their understanding and spelling of common exception words while exploring how to write clear, simple instructions. Children have opportunities to read, recognise and practise common exception words before applying them in meaningful sentences and instructional texts.

The unit provides a purposeful context for developing spelling, vocabulary, sentence writing and sequencing skills. Pupils are encouraged to use imperative verbs, order instructions logically and communicate each step clearly.

The unit includes engaging lesson input slides to support whole-class teaching, modelling and discussion, alongside printable resources for guided and independent activities.

A clear one-page weekly overview is also included, outlining the learning focus, lesson sequence and activities.

This resource is ideal for Year 1 teachers looking for an engaging way to reinforce common exception words while developing children’s confidence with instructional writing and sequencing.