Now in its 8th year, Chris Evans’ 500 Words is one of the most successful story writing competitions for children in the world and is open to every 5-13 year old in the UK. Its mission is to get children excited about reading and writing, regardless of their ability.

Content and resources for this literacy Live Lesson are tailored for both 5-7 year olds and for ages 7 and up. The lesson is brimming with top tips, and provides pupils of all abilities with an essential story-telling toolkit to get them started on their stories.