Best Composition Books for PSLE - Cheat sheets
- Sabreena Nazimudeen
- 14 hours ago
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Best Composition Books for PSLE – Free Resources by MOE-Trained Teachers in Singapore
If you're looking for the best composition books for PSLE English, don’t waste time on cookie-cutter workbooks from the bookstore. The most powerful resources are those created by real teachers—designed based on actual classroom struggles, common mistakes, and real PSLE trends.
At The Write Tribe, our free downloadable eBooks are created by MOE-trained English teachers, curriculum specialists, and award-winning writers in Singapore. These books are PSLE-aligned, used in our weekly classes, and loved by both parents and students.
We also offer resources for Secondary students preparing for O/N-Level English.
📚 Best of all? Every sample is 100% FREE.
✍️ Introducing Our 5 Most Powerful Cheat Sheets
These teacher-recommended, top-scorer-approved guides are designed to help your child improve quickly and confidently—without relying on memorised essays.
✅ 1. Best Composition Books for PSLE: Ultimate PSLE Composition Cheat Sheet
Why Every Parent Needs the Ultimate PSLE Composition Cheat Sheet
Preparing for the PSLE English Composition paper can feel overwhelming—for both students and parents. That’s why we created the Ultimate PSLE Composition Cheat Sheet: a one-stop toolkit to boost vocabulary, creativity, and confidence.
🧰 What’s Inside:
77 Power Speech Tags (replace boring “said”)
74 Walk Cycle Verbs (upgrade weak verbs)
Emotional Adjective Lists (Happy, Sad, Angry, Scared)
Body Language & Facial Expressions (show, don’t tell)
42 Golden Writing Phrases
Similes, Idioms, Metaphors & Personification
50 Must-Know PSLE Topics + Suggested Endings
🎯 Why It Works:
Supercharges vocabulary without memorising essays
Encourages “Show, Don’t Tell” with vivid phrasing
Acts like a quick-access dictionary
Covers 50 key PSLE composition themes
Suitable for P1–P6 students, builds confidence and independence
✅ 2. Best Composition Books for PSLE: PSLE Situational Writing Cheatsheet
Why Every Parent Needs the PSLE Situational Writing Cheatsheet
Situational Writing makes up an important portion of the PSLE English grade—and many students lose easy marks due to missed task points or the wrong tone.
That’s why we created this step-by-step guide to master both formal and informal writing—without confusion.
🧰 What’s Inside:
PSLE Marking Scheme (6/6 content & language breakdown)
Tone & Structure Comparison: Formal vs Informal
Sentence Banks for Emails, Complaints, Suggestions, etc.
Keyword Clue & Visual Prompt Strategies (2025 Format Ready)
Full Formal & Informal Model Responses
Bonus Vocabulary List for Situational Accuracy
🎯 Why It Works:
Helps students hit all 6 task points with confidence
Clarifies tone, audience, and purpose
Improves speed and accuracy in visual analysis
Includes model answers for practice
Great for P5–P6 students aiming to score above 13/14
✅ 3. Best Composition Books for PSLE: Ultimate PSLE Oral Reading Aloud Cheat Sheet
Why Every Parent Needs the PSLE Oral Reading Aloud Cheat Sheet
Reading Aloud carries 15 marks—but most students don’t know what the examiner is really listening for. It’s not just about fluency—it’s about expression, tone, rhythm, and articulation.
🧰 What’s Inside:
PSLE Oral Marking Rubrics Explained
P.I.P.E.S Framework (Pacing, Intonation, Pronunciation, Expression, Sound)
Word-by-Word Reading Guides
25+ Common Mispronunciations
Enunciation Exercises
27 Practice Passages (Speech, Narrative, Informational, Ads & Interviews)
🎧 Audio Recordings Included
🎯 Why It Works:
Teaches all 5 assessed reading skills clearly
Allows students to hear and imitate ideal models
Categorised by passage type for focused practice
Fixes common articulation and robotic tone issues
Perfect for P3 to P6 students preparing for oral exams
✅ 4. Best Composition Books for PSLE: Ultimate PSLE Oral Conversation (SBC) Cheat Sheet
Why Every Parent Needs the PSLE Oral SBC Cheat Sheet
SBC is worth 25 marks—and it’s the most feared section. Students often give one-liners, ramble off-topic, or freeze. This guide builds confident, structured answers through personal examples and key oral strategies.
🧰 What’s Inside:
120+ SBC Practice Questions (based on past themes)
Simplified Oral Marking Rubric
Model Answers (with natural phrasing)
Tips for analysing visuals
Openers, Transitions & Closers
Oral Keywords by Theme (e.g. Kindness, Environment, Family, School)
🎯 Why It Works:
Trains students to give structured, fluent answers
Uses the P.E.E. technique (Point, Explain, Example)
Helps students speak naturally—not memorise
Sharpens observation and linking skills
Ideal for P3–P6 students and Oral Bootcamp prep
✅ 5. O-Level & Secondary Essay Writing Cheat Sheet
Why Every Lower/Upper Sec Student Needs the O-Level Essay Writing Cheat Sheet
Secondary English requires a new level of sophistication—across multiple essay types. This cheat sheet equips students with the structure, phrasing, and strategy to write like a top scorer.
🧰 What’s Inside:
Step-by-step Structures for all essay types: Narrative, Reflective, Argumentative, Discursive, Expository, Descriptive, Recount
4 Situational Writing Types: Email, Proposal, Speech, Formal Letter
Marking Scheme Breakdown
Sentence Starters, Hooks & Paragraph Transitions
Persuasive Phrases & Reflective Language Banks
Model Essays & Realistic Practice Prompts
🎯 Why It Works:
Builds clarity and confidence in all essay types
Sharpens persuasive and reflective expression
Tailored for Express, N(A), and N(T) students
Ideal for Sec 1–5, from foundational to exam readiness
🎁 Ready to Help Your Child Succeed?
Each cheat sheet is classroom-tested, exam-smart, and trusted by hundreds of students across Singapore.
Whether your child is in Primary or Secondary school, our free samples are the perfect way to get started—no gimmicks, no fluff, just real resources that work.
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