# The Alan Peat Pocket App of Exciting Sentences

> Sentence structure teaching tool with examples, grammar glossary, and note-taking. (iPhone/iPad app by Alan Peat Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-alan-peat-pocket-app-of-exciting-sentences/id868248287 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alan Peat Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/868248290)
- Category: Education
- Price: $2.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: Danish, English, French, German, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, Chinese
- Released: 2014-05-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-alan-peat-pocket-app-of-exciting-sentences/id868248287/reviews.md

## What is The Alan Peat Pocket App of Exciting Sentences?

Alan Peat’s sentence types are already used in 22 countries. Now, for the first time, they are available as an app with genre-links and in-built interactivity.

The Alan Peat Pocket App of Exciting Sentences provides teachers and parents with 25 ‘consistent-language’ sentence types, clearly explained and right there on either iPad or iPhone instantly at hand.

The app includes an Introduction to the sentence types with THREE sets of examples for each sentence: generic examples; genre-specific examples (both fiction and non-fiction) and Mathew Sullivan’s Introductory language/ Intermediate language/ Higher order examples.

Additionally the App includes a ‘Developmental Continuum’ designed to help schools and parents to understand when (and how!) to best introduce the sentence types – ideal for ‘whole school’ approaches to grammar.

For ease-of-use the app also features a ‘Sentence Grammar Glossary’ using plain English to explain complex grammatical features of sentences, with the useful addition of embedded teaching tips.

Finally the app also allows users to make and save their own personal notes/ lesson plans directly in-app. You can also back them up to Google Drive, Dropbox or email them directly from the app: three handy tools for networks of schools seeking to share ideas and planning!

## Key features

- 25 consistent-language sentence types
- Genre-specific examples (fiction/non-fiction)
- Developmental continuum for sentence introduction
- Sentence grammar glossary with teaching tips
- Personal note-taking and lesson plan saving
- Cloud backup for notes (Google Drive, Dropbox)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 36)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-alan-peat-pocket-app-of-exciting-sentences/id868248287/reviews.md

### 5/5 — A fantastic app!!

*2015-07-21, version 1.1*

This app is fantastic for teachers. As an NQT there is a lot of jargon out there to remember in your first year of teaching! I was really worried that I wouldn't be able to remember all of the vocabulary and definitions that you are required to teach, but with this app at my fingertips, I am much more confident that I am doing the job properly. There are even suggestions for teaching strategies. :)

### 5/5 — LOVE IT!

*2014-09-30, version 1.1*

This app is a godsend- a user friendly, simple but incredibly effective way to develop writing with children. As a year 6 teacher- I love it!

### 4/5 — Love it! But hard on older eyes...

*2014-07-12, version 1.1*

Fabulous to have this at your fingertips on iPhone. Just wish the app would allow rotation to landscape view as the text is v. small on iPhone screen and magnifying means you have to constantly move the text to read across the page. So, please app developers...!

### 5/5 — The best literacy app on iTunes.

*2014-07-02, version 1.1*

I first discovered Alan Peat when his “25 ways to improve your sentences” was recommended to me by a colleague. Alan Peat clearly understands teachers, the material is simple and quick to use, which meant I could teach each method to the whole class, as well as using them for ‘Guided Writing’ interventions with smaller groups.

The proof is in the pudding. Writing standards raised immediately with children using grammatically mature sentences - and hugely enjoying the process. Within a month or so, all other teachers in my phase were using these techniques. During extended writing sessions, children can quickly and decisively be prompted to improve their work by being asked to, for example, add a BOYS sentence.

In sum, this is as close to a necessary purchase for KS2 teachers that I have found.

### 5/5 — Must-buy for KS2 teachers!

*2014-06-22, version 1.1*

I wish I'd discovered Alan Peat's books/ideas when I started teaching - his sentence names & ideas not only work (& fast - what's wrong with that?!) but even the most reluctant writers (boys included) get excited about using Exciting Sentences & get quite competitive about coming up with the best examples. Don't struggle with complicated terms for sentence structure that turns kids (& some teachers) off - learn about 2A, Emotion Word, (comma) and so many other Exciting Sentences. This app would be a bargain at a fiver - BUY IT!

### 5/5 — Must have app for teachers!

*2014-06-22, version 1.1*

Can't rate this resource highly enough - easy to use and brimming with useful examples of a range of sentence types.

### 5/5 — Awesome app

*2014-06-10, version 1.1*

Great app that is easy to use and has some good examples of each exciting sentence.

### 5/5 — A Brilliant App!

*2014-06-10, version 1.1*

I have used Alan’s exciting sentences in my teaching for many years with fantastic results. This app is extremely useful when planning and teaching using the sentence types. It is a very handy quick reference guide. A must have!

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2014-05-16, version 1.0*

I already have his book to plan from but this app is great to show in the classroom via the Apple TV. It has improved my year 4's writing a lot!

### 5/5 — Inspiring Writing

*2014-05-06, version 1.0*

In a world where children are writing for a global audience this app allows teachers to have the tricks of the trade at their fingertips and plan on the move. While the books have been inspiring writers to use complex, exciting vocabulary for years, the app adds an instant dimension to writing which is fitting for education today. The links to cloud storage and email are great for planning and the glossary is easy to access.

## Frequently asked questions about The Alan Peat Pocket App of Exciting Sentences

### What does the Alan Peat Pocket App of Exciting Sentences do?

This app provides 25 'consistent-language' sentence types developed by Alan Peat, designed to help teachers and parents improve sentence structure and grammar instruction. It includes various examples, a developmental guide, and a glossary of grammatical terms.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include 25 distinct sentence types with generic, genre-specific, and developmental examples. It also offers a 'Developmental Continuum' for understanding sentence introduction, a 'Sentence Grammar Glossary' with teaching tips, and the ability to create and save personal notes and lesson plans.

### How much does the Alan Peat Pocket App of Exciting Sentences cost?

Based on the provided information, the app is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscriptions, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is available for both iPad and iPhone, making it accessible on Apple mobile devices. This allows for instant access to its educational content on the go.

### Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is ideal for teachers and parents who want to enhance their understanding and teaching of sentence structure and grammar. It's also beneficial for schools looking for a 'whole school' approach to grammar and for students seeking to improve their writing skills.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.1 — 2016-10-29

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

This version adds Apple Watch support!

Now you can quickly view an example of each of Alan's sentence types from your watch! How cool is that?

### 2.0 — 2016-10-27

This version brings you a major new look, iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus optimisation and you can now upload your notes to Google Drive for those schools in LAs where only Google Drive is approved!

Any notes you've made in the previous versions of the app will still be saved.

### 1.1 — 2014-05-30

The first update to 'The Alan Peat Pocket App of Exciting Sentences' adds several useful variations (with examples) of the 'Verb, person' sentence types. We will be adding further free updates of variants on other sentence types and invite teachers and pupils to email their own variants on the sentence types to info@alanpeat.com with subject 'Sentence Type Variant'
Examples will be used in future updates and contributors will be named in the app!

### 1.0 — 2014-04-29

No release notes.

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