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Space KS2 poetry resource

Space KS2 – Pie Corbett poems for creative descriptive writing Blast off into the unknown and discover a galaxy of KS2 poems with this space KS2 resource from Pie Corbett. The internet is alive with images of space – planets, moons, suns and stars – but also images of ‘flying saucers’ and aliens. This is always a topic that grabs children’s interest. An interesting way […]

Metaphors KS2 lesson plan

Metaphors KS2 – Pie Corbett’s animal poems This metaphors KS2 resource from Pie Corbett uses the vivid subjects of the animal kingdom as a creative writing starting point. Writing poems about animals is a sure-fire hit. The two original poems included in this resource present two different ways into writing. The ‘Recipe to Make a Wolf’ poem is more playful whereas the […]

Self portraits KS2 lesson plan

Self portraits KS2 – Six-week medium-term plan In this six-week self portraits KS2 series of art lessons pupils will find out about a range of famous artists. They’ll also learn how to draw faces using correct proportions. Throughout the lesson series, children will create a number of artworks, including a ‘split face’ portrait, transient portraits from objects and a Picasso-style face focused […]

Talk for Writing adapting a unit planner

Talk for Writing – Adapting a Unit planner for KS1/2 English This adapting-a-unit planner from Talk for Writing guides you through the four stages of the process: Each one comes with its own steps that include prompts, practical suggestions and space for you to add your own notes. Talk for Writing stages Planning stage This encourages you think about how you are using baseline assessment and […]

Persuasive writing for KS2 resource

Persuasive writing for KS2 – Alex Rider activities from Pie Corbett Break out the gadgets and take your class undercover with Pie Corbett’s Alex Rider-themed look at persuasive writing for KS2. Children can design and advertise their own spy gadgets with these examples and exercises. This download contains a PDF resource and accompanying PowerPoint slides. Persuasive writing for KS2 It’s been over 20 years since we […]

WW2 for KS2 – Model text and lesson plan by Pie Corbett By using Pie Corbett’s WW2 KS2 model text and digging into local history, your class can write a powerful piece about the experience of a WW2 evacuee. This resource includes an original story called ‘The Tunnel’, plus a series of reading and writing classroom activities. There is also a PowerPoint file with the story on […]

Short stories KS2 Pie Corbett lesson plan

Short stories KS2 – Pie Corbett lesson plan If you’re looking for short stories KS2 resources, this dreamy lunar story from Pie Corbett could be just what you need. Use the resource to inspire children to write their own stories rich in language and detail. This resource includes an original short story from Pie Corbett called ‘The Place of Moon and Stars’. You’ll […]

Year 6 science worksheet

Year 6 science – Animals including humans assessment worksheet with answers This Year 6 science worksheet focuses on animals including humans. It features eight multiple-part questions for children to answer. The download also contains an answer sheet to make marking easy. Year 6 science questions The questions on this worksheet cover topics including: Pupils will also need to: This worksheet is a sample from Sigma Science, […]

Jolly Phonics order document

Jolly Phonics order – English resource for KS1/KS2 teachers This Jolly Phonics order sheet was created by teacher and Jolly Phonics author Sue Lloyd. It will provide you with a clear structure for how to teach Jolly Phonics letter sounds and skills. Alongside this, this teaching steps sheet also contains teaching tips and advice for the order of teaching reading and writing with Jolly […]

Pie Corbett poetry KS2 lesson plan

Pie Corbett poetry – KS2 lesson plan about imagination We’ve packed this Pie Corbett poetry lesson plan with playful activities to help your KS2 class celebrate the power of imagination. The download features Pie’s original poem, ‘What are You?’, as well as accompanying activities that he has created for your class. Ask students to read through the poem thoroughly, asking themselves questions like which […]

Suspense writing KS2 classroom resources

Suspense writing KS2 – The Old Mill by Pie Corbett Are you looking for tension story ideas and suspense writing KS2 examples? This download contains an original tension writing example by literacy expert Pie Corbett. You’ll also find classroom activities to help pupils with their own writing. By analysing the story, children will learn to build excitement and suspense through whispers and warnings. Suspense writing […]

KS2 art curriculum fashion design plan

KS2 art curriculum – Six-week fashion design plan Take your pupils' creativity to the next level and let them loose as fashion designers for their own brand

Diwali colouring pages

Diwali colouring pages – Printable sheets for schools Improve pupils’ motor skills and encourage careful colouring with these lovely Diwali colouring pages. These engaging activities not only foster creativity but also provide an opportunity to learn more about the vibrant festival of Diwali. These themed images can be printed out and given out to children in class or at breaktime as you learn […]

Examples of suspense writing KS2 – Exclusive Cressida Cowell WAGOLL Use this WAGOLL extract and accompanying examples of suspense writing KS2 resource pack to help teach your pupils about building suspense in writing KS2. The WAGOLL extract is from Which Way Round the Galaxy, an instalment of Cressida Cowell’s Which Way to Anywhere series. The Which Way to Anywhere series is about a blended family […]

Coasts geography – Six-week KS2 plan + resources Engage pupils in physical geography, and learn more about your local area with this six-week coasts geography plan...

Plenary ideas resources

Plenary ideas – 10 ideas plus Tweet Sheet worksheet Use these plenary ideas to assess learning in real time and get a snapshot of what students have learnt. The free download contains ten thought-provoking plenary ideas for teachers, plus a worksheet themed around the idea of summarising learning via a tweet. See more information about this below. What is a plenary? You’ve just delivered […]

Girls in STEM classroom resources

Girls in STEM – Role model resources Help engage girls in STEM subjects, explore inspirational women in STEM role models and create your own STEM hero with these free resources. Around the world, more and more women are following their dreams. This resource highlights three young WISE1 professionals who avoided stereotypes and found their place in STEM careers. As well as adding […]

KS2 music lesson plan

KS2 music – Explore rhythm and patterns with electronic dance music Get your groove on and explore rhythm and pattern with a trip to the loopy world of EDM

Geography KS2 – A crafty spin on physical geography lesson plan Develop relief-map reading skills and engage pupils with a real sense of place with this geography KS2 lesson plan

Early Career Framework mentor guide

Early career framework mentor – Guide to developing your mentoring skills For such a vital tool in the fight against teacher shortages, there is very little research that sets out clearly what the key mechanisms are that make an Early Career Framework mentor effective in their role. Instructional coaching has showed promising signs of helping novice teachers make progress. But as there are so many different […]

Thinking Pair Share resources

Thinking pair share – Pupil worksheet and CPD resources Interested in learning more about how to use Thinking Pair Share method in your classroom? Or want to explain the concept to a fellow educator? These resources will help you do just that. This Thinking Pair Share download contains: What is Think Pair Share? PDF – a handy summary of the Think Pair Share method […]

Intent implementation impact poster

Intent implementation impact poster – Free download for schools This clear and concise intent implementation impact poster spells out what the three ‘I’s in the now-famous phrase stand for. Ofsted introduced the term in its new inspection framework in 2019. Since then, schools across the country have focused their efforts on making sure their curriculums are ‘deep dive’ friendly and ready when Ofsted comes […]

Times table grid

Times table grid – Free printable blank and completed 12×12 versions Times table grid download This free 12×12 times table grid download is easy to print out and distribute to pupils in maths lessons. Pupils can fill in the missing numbers on the blank version, strengthening their multiplication skills and fostering a deeper understanding of the relationships within times tables. Alternatively, the completed 12×12 times table […]

The Boy at the Back of the Class KS2 planning

The Boy at the Back of the Class – KS2 planning This free PDF of activity ideas will explain how to use modern classic The Boy at the Back of the Class to promote empathy and compassion in your KS2 classroom. It’s the perfect book to study during Refugee Week or on Empathy Day. The Boy at the Back of the Class summary A mysterious new […]

Teaching interview questions document

Teaching interview questions – 24 questions you should practise Are you preparing for an upcoming job interview in the education sector? We understand that it’s nerve-wracking to be in the spotlight, facing a barrage of teaching interview questions. However, being well-prepared is key to success. Take a minute to download this free PDF containing 24 common teacher interview questions. It’s a comprehensive document that […]

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