Section outline

  • Writing skills text types
    Cambridge IGCSE™ / IGCSE (9-1) / O Level 

    • This resource is designed to support you in teaching writing skills, helping learners to plan, develop and craft a range of different text types with confidence.

      The text types covered in this resource are:

      • article
      • email
      • report
      • letter
      • speech
      • essay
      • blog

      The focus is on understanding the features and purpose of each text type, rather than on assessment. For this reason, the example responses included are not marked.

      Please note:

      • These materials are not written for a specific syllabus.
      • It’s important to check your syllabus requirements to ensure the relevant writing skills and text types are covered.
      • Some details, such as word count, format, and audience, may differ across Cambridge syllabuses.
      • The example responses are intended as teaching models only and do not necessarily represent the standard required in examinations.