We may note that by making suggestions orally before the writing begins. The pupils have opportunities for using their own ideas and language: thus their individual needs for expression are being attended to in a very simple way. This is profitable, for the pupils are prepared for the next long step they must take: the step to “free” composition, which demands much from them and required a good command of the language. Exercises that give good language practice, and also provide some preparation for a next step forward should always be noted: thus gradual progress can be planned and a steady march forward made possible