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body parts pictures

Body parts pictures – Split-pin activity for Early Years/KS1 Use these body parts pictures in an engaging activity that combines creativity with learning. This four-piece split-pin people collection is perfect for ‘All About Me‘ topics and teaching the parts of the body. Your students will enjoy using split-pins to assemble these body parts pictures. It’s not just about assembling paper parts – it’s a […]

Activities for The Comet by Joe Todd Stanton

The Comet by Joe Todd-Stanton – KS1/2 cross-curricular activities Change can be difficult, but something special happens when we remember we’re all here on Earth together. Share in a story of hope with this beautiful picturebook...

The Singing Mermaid cross-curricular activity pack

The Singing Mermaid – KS1/2 cross-curricular activity pack The Singing Mermaid is a book by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. This resource pack contains numerous ideas for classroom activities, including: What is The Singing Mermaid about? The Singing Mermaid is about a mermaid who is tempted away from her home at Silver Sands to join the circus. The audiences love her but the […]

Emotions lesson plan

Emotions lesson plan – Create life-size works of art This emotions lesson plan draws on the work of the Expressionists (minus the anguish). Help children channel their emotions through distinctive brushstrokes and vibrant colours… Emotions lesson plan learning objectives The Expressionists and emotion Generally, artists aren’t very good at being happy. They’re really good at being lots of other things, such as gloomy, or […]

Twisted fairy tales activities

Twisted fairy tales – KS1 planning for Don’t Read This Book! Use Don’t Read This Book! and this PDF of ideas to explore the idea of twisted fairy tales with your KS1 class. Explore the illustrations for clues, role-play the characters and narrator and construct your own version of the story. What are twisted fairy tales? Twisted fairy tales are reinterpretations of traditional fairy tales that […]

The Day the Crayons Quit planning

The Day the Crayons Quit planning – KS1 activity ideas Ignored, stereotyped and diminished – if the crayons in your classroom could talk, they might object to their treatment. This PDF for KS1 teachers contains ideas for your The Day the Crayons Quit planning. This delightful children’s book by Drew Daywalt and illustrator Oliver Jeffers offers plenty of inspiration for lesson activities. Using these The […]

Cut and stick activities – Three-letter words for Early Years/KS1 These printable cut and stick activities engage young learners in fun and interactive phonics practice. This resource is tailored for Early Years and KS1. It provides children with opportunities to strengthen their sound recognition skills and word formation abilities. Our phonics practice worksheet is user-friendly and engaging for young learners. It features colourful illustrations to […]

Wind speed measurement instructions

Wind speed measurement – Make an anemometer with paper cups If you want to undertake a wind speed measurement investigation with your class, this two-page PDF explains how to: It’s the perfect activity for groups of three or four and can be done indoors or outdoors. It’s suitable for KS1-KS3 and touches on science (climate), maths (gathering data) and English (following instructions). You will need: […]

Habitats KS1 lesson plans

Habitats KS1 – Eight free lesson plans from the RSPCA Use this free habitats KS1 lesson plan bundle from the RSPCA to encourage your young learners to explore the world around them… From the tiniest insect to burrowing badger, we share our environment with a wide range of wildlife. In these lessons, pupils will think about the impact humans have on wildlife and what we […]

Gruffalo art activities

Gruffalo art activities – Make clay sculptures inspired by the story Try these Gruffalo art activities and transform Axel Scheffler’s illustrations into 3D by making clay tiles and sculptures. Every sculptor needs a muse and there are few more inspiring sources than Axel Scheffler’s illustrations. Julia Donaldson’s books have become essential texts for early readers. The accompanying images are beautifully drawn, richly detailed and intensely colourful. […]

o e words worksheet

o e words – KS1 handwriting and comprehension worksheet This “o e words” worksheet from Jelly and Bean serves as a tool for reinforcing comprehension and spelling skills among children. The worksheet comprises four sentences, each lacking a word containing the ‘o-e’ combination – “hole”, “stolen”, “bone”, “rope” and “home”. These words are included at the top of the worksheet, acting as prompts for […]

SEA LIFE Centre activity pack

SEA LIFE Centre – Children’s activity packs (for ages 6 to 14) This fun, educational children’s activity pack will add an extra dimension to your school trip to your local SEA Life Centre and help you make more of your day. There are fun things to do before your visit, as well as on the day. Why not get everyone started right now with the pre-visit puzzles […]

Teaching filmmaking guide

Teaching filmmaking – Ideas and tips for using film in KS1/2 Teaching filmmaking and making your own films at school doesn’t have to be complicated and expensive. You’ve probably already got enough basic gear in your school to get started. This download comprises a 19-page teacher guide containing activity ideas and practical advice on teaching filmmaking and how to use film activities to teach other subjects. […]

Projects on a Page template and example

Projects on a Page – Example and template PowerPoints for D&T This is a Projects on a Page ten-slide PowerPoint presentation template. Use it to showcase children’s D&T work. You can also use this presentation template to gather evidence for self-review purposes and to present children’s work to parents. Also included is a demo presentation, showcasing a project called ‘Teddy’s Safety Jacket’. Projects on a Page […]

Shape activities EYFS

Shape activities EYFS – ‘Name that shape’ pictures for maths Use this shape activities EYFS pack to encourage your young learners to embark on the adventure of learning early maths skills. This toolkit contains a thoughtfully designed set of illustrations that sing with colour and variety, created to spark joy and curiosity in small children. Each illustration in this collection is a mosaic of shapes […]

Repeated pattern art lesson plan

Repeated pattern art – Additive & subtractive printmaking lesson Repetition isn’t always a creative cul de sac, as this repeated pattern art lesson plan demonstrates… Learning objectives Repeated pattern art Children can quickly learn how to employ a number of simple print processes that offer opportunities to create multiple prints that they can share, swap or give away. The printmaking processes we use in […]

Plants Year 2 science worksheet

Plants Year 2 science worksheet – Exploring life cycles and growth This engaging plants Year 2 worksheet immerses students in the fascinating world of plants through four comprehensive questions. Each question will enhance understanding among your young learners. The worksheet begins with an exploration of germination, the magical process that transforms a dormant seed into a thriving plant. Children need to tick the image that shows […]

Capital letters worksheet

Capital letters worksheet – Handwriting activity for Early Years/KS1 This educational capital letters worksheet aids young learners in mastering the art of letter formation. This is a foundational skill essential for literacy development. It features all the letters of the alphabet from A to Z, presented in uppercase format. Each letter is dotted out, serving as a visual guide to help children trace over […]

Reception worksheet pack

Reception worksheet pack – Handwriting and comprehension This comprehensive Reception worksheet pack supports early learners in developing essential literacy skills. This is done through a variety of engaging and interactive activities. Containing six distinct worksheets, this pack offers a well-rounded approach to learning that focuses on key areas such as letter formation, handwriting, and comprehension. This makes it an invaluable resource for […]

Knowledge organiser template

Knowledge organiser template – Free blank download Use this knowledge organiser template from Jon Hutchinson to create documents for your own classroom… Every topic at Reach Academy Feltham, has knowledge organisers at its heart. These are both the anchor and the lodestar of any unit of work. Each knowledge organiser is a single sheet of A4 paper with all of the essential […]

Maths support for parents

Maths support for parents – Example newsletters for KS1/2 Are adults at home finding it difficult to support their children with maths? Provide extra maths support for parents by sending out a regular newsletter to explain new vocab and pique their interest… Every one of us does maths in some form every day. That might be setting a timer while cooking, working out what […]

Easter colouring pages – Free colour-by-number printables As Easter approaches, use these free Easter colouring pages to infuse your classroom with creativity and colour. These simple, yet engaging colouring pages have been tailored for young learners. First up, we have a simple selection of themed Easter colouring pages. These feature five special designs, including delightful Easter bunnies and yummy chocolate eggs These […]

English starters – Easy 5-minute ideas (with resources) Children’s brains a little rusty? Get them in the mood for learning and develop their thinking skills with these quick and easy English starters for primary… 8 English starters to try 1 | Penny for your thoughts This is a flexible activity that can be focused into different topic areas. Children can either work alone or in […]

Jolly Phonics checklist

Jolly Phonics checklist – End-of-year resource for KS1/2 Use this single-page, end-of-year Jolly Phonics checklist to assess the progress of individual pupils. This helps you to quickly identify any gaps in progress through the Jolly Phonics programme. Jolly Phonics checklist progress areas Jolly Phonics uses the synthetic phonics method of teaching letter sounds in a way that is fun and multi-sensory.

Leaflet with instructions for crafts using plastic bottles

Crafts using plastic bottles – 10 creative ways to reuse them This download contains ten ideas for crafts using plastic bottles. Not only are these ideas fun, but they could also save you money! Over the last 50 years, plastic products have become almost irreplaceable in our lives and are used in huge quantities across the world. In the UK alone, 15 million plastic bottles are […]

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