This lesson teaches children how to use parenthesis in a purposeful and controlled way to improve the quality of their writing. Rather than simply adding extra information, pupils learn how parenthesis can vary sentence structure, build detail and create emphasis.

Through clear modelling, guided practice, and independent tasks, pupils move from identifying parenthesis to applying it confidently in their own sentences. The lesson also explores when parenthesis should not be overused, helping pupils develop control and cohesion in their writing.

This resource includes a teaching PowerPoint and sentence activities, designed to help pupils master this skill and apply it independently in their writing.