Build a Literacy Block That's Structured, Purposeful & Proven

How do you design a literacy block with a purpose? How about one that also engages students? Join Aaron Johnston, of Mr J’s Learning Space for this deep dive into literacy in the early and primary years. Designed for educators working with both K-2 and years 3-6, this course explores the latest research around how children develop literacy skills, and uses practical examples to give you an effective framework you can adapt for your classroom.  

  • Targeted to

    Early Childhood & Primary School

  • 4 Hours

    Course Duration

  • Standards

    NESA: 1.1.2, 3.2.2, 2.5.2
    AITSL: 1.1, 3.2, 2.5

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About this course

Join ClassCover Learn presenter, co-host of the Teacher Takeaway Podcast and founder of Mr J’s Learning Space, Aaron Johnston in this practical and research-backed course to help teachers build a purposeful and effective literacy block.   

Aimed at educators teaching Kindergarten to Year 6, this session explores the latest research around how children develop literacy skills — and how to translate that evidence into engaging, structured classroom routines.

You’ll dive into a range of explicit teaching strategies and formative assessment approaches proven to support literacy growth, and see how these can be applied through a structured literacy block model.  

Aaron shares practical examples tailored to both early years (K–2) and primary (3–6), giving you a framework you can adapt for your classrooms. Walk away with renewed clarity, practical ideas, and ready-to-use tools to strengthen your literacy instruction. 

You will:

  • Understand the latest research and evidence about the development of literacy skills in children and young people 
  • Identify a range of explicit teaching strategies that support literacy development 
  • Understand how to build an effective literacy block for students from K-2 and 3-6, that is engaging and incorporates all necessary elements of literacy  
  • Gain a variety of formative assessment strategies to support the ongoing development of students’ literacy skills 

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Aaron Johnston

Deputy Principal, Host of the Teacher Takeaway Podcast, Founder of Mr J's Learning Space

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About the presenter

Aaron Johnston is an experienced educator, Deputy Principal, co-host of the Teacher Takeaway Podcast and founder of Mr J's Learning Space.