Item 7 · Classes 1–2
Marker Pen
Write • Check • Erase • Improve
Use the marker to establish a write, check, erase and improve routine.
Suitable For1st – 2nd Class
Duration5 – 10 minutes
Use WithThe laminated Practice Drum chart, Creative Cards or another compatible write-and-wipe surface.
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Product Overview
Purpose
Use the marker to establish a write, check, erase and improve routine.
Teacher Focus
The main teaching purpose is self-correction, not simply writing.
What the Kit Provides
- Child-grip whiteboard marker with a cap-mounted eraser
- Low-odour, non-toxic, quick-drying and wipe-clean ink
- Designed for easy grip by young children
- Supports immediate write-check-erase practice and self-assessment
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What Students Learn
Build confidence with practice, revision, neat presentation and self-assessment.
Children experience mistakes as a normal part of learning.
Children practise reviewing and revising their own work.
Self-assessment and neat presentation habits are reinforced.
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How to Teach It
The complete illustrated Teacher Guide — including a full step-by-step side guide — is available as a downloadable PDF above.
Activity: Write, Check and Improve
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Introduce the activity
Ask the child to complete one short task.
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Pause and observe
Ask the child to look at the work before correcting it.
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Find improvement
Invite the child to find one part that can be improved.
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Use the eraser
Use the cap eraser to remove only that part.
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Rewrite
Ask the child to rewrite the corrected portion.
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Celebrate
Appreciate the effort and progress, not just the final answer.
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Teaching Method & Classroom Activity
Suggested Teacher Prompts
What would you change?
Can you find your own mistake?
How can you make this letter or number clearer?
What improved after your second attempt?
Duration & Setup
- Duration: 5 – 10 minutes
- Use With: The laminated Practice Drum chart, Creative Cards or another compatible write-and-wipe surface.
- Group size: Whole class, small group or individual, as suited to the activity above.
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Learning Outcomes
Children experience mistakes as a normal part of learning.
Children practise reviewing and revising their own work.
Self-assessment and neat presentation habits are reinforced.
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Product Features
- Child-grip whiteboard marker with a cap-mounted eraser
- Low-odour, non-toxic, quick-drying and wipe-clean ink
- Designed for easy grip by young children
- Supports immediate write-check-erase practice and self-assessment
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Teacher Guide — Quick Reference
Quick Assessment
- Child identifies and corrects one error with minimal prompting.
Safety and Care
- Keep the cap secured when not in use.
- Use only on intended write-and-wipe surfaces.
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Adult supervision recommended for younger children.