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What is an Algorithm? – Swap Puzzles Worksheets for KS2 Computing In this resource, pupils are tasked with solving a puzzle by coming up with an algorithm that their team can follow faster than anyone else. This gives a way to introduce the idea of the solution to a problem being a set of instructions that allow others to ‘solve’ it with no understanding. It also […]

KS2 MFL Lesson Plan – Sing Birthday Songs to Learn Dates and Numeracy Starting with the traditional celebratory song in a foreign language will help to reinforce numbers and introduce new vocabulary. The lesson assumes that you will have already taught numbers – they generally come up under the heading of ‘How old are you?’ and have been covered in a previous Teach Primary lesson plan. Start with […]

This is Geography – KS2 Geography Sample Lessons This sample resource pack from This is Geography includes four geography lessons. Exploring the wilderness Globalisation Meanders Renewable energy Each comes as a PowerPoint presentation and with accompanying Word docs. There are also separate geography literacy and numeracy mats. This is Geography is a geography author with over 700 lessons for KS2-5. Download free sample […]

Cut-Out and Make Volcano Models These models are intended to aid understanding of where such volcanoes form and how volcanic rocks can be important natural resources for construction. You can download, print and make, and instructions are included. There are four volcano models in this pack: Arthur’s Seat, Edinburgh, Scotland Bardon Hill Quarry, Coalville, England Eyjafjallajökull, Iceland Soufrière Hills, Montserrat […]

Earthquakes and Volcanoes Geology Factsheets This resource includes four PDF factsheets: Plate tectonics Earthquakes Volcanoes Why are there no active volcanoes in Britain? The British Geological Survey is the UK’s premier provider of objective and authoritative geoscientific data, information and knowledge. Get more great resources from BGS here and on its website at bgs.ac.uk. You can also follow on Twitter […]

Cut-Out and Make Prehistoric Models and Puppets Choose one of our hand puppets or models of dinosaurs and other extinct creatures to download, print and make. All the puppets and models are available as a full-colour version or you can print them in black-and-white if you would like to colour and decorate them yourself. Full instructions are provided. You will need scissors, […]

‘You Won’t Believe This’ by Adam Baron Resources for KS2 From Adam Baron, the author of bestselling and Carnegie-nominated debut Boy Underwater, comes another moving, hilarious novel of friendship and family secrets, which shows that people are people – no matter where they’re from. Here’s something you won’t believe: someone is doing terrible things to Mrs Martin, Cymbeline Igloo’s favourite teacher of all time. Cymbeline […]

KS2 Science, D&T and Maths Lesson Plan – Set up a Farm Shop Business to Sell Flatbread Children can learn about nutrition, marketing and profit as well as using practical skills says Jennie Devine… These projects have been designed to take children through each stage of setting up a farm shop business: considering seasonality when deciding which crop to grow, growing their own ingredients, considering nutrition when designing their recipes, using market […]

About the Arctic Resources for KS2 Geography This activity pack from Wicked Weather Watch contains a selection of resources based on the theme of the Arctic. ‘Did you know?’ Arctic facts Arctic map puzzle Arctic A-Z challenge (with answers) People of the Arctic (gap-filling activity) Wicked Weather Watch (WWW) is a charity that aims to provide clarity for children and young people […]

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How to reduce carbon footprint – Simple ideas for kids This PDF from Wicked Weather Watch explains to children what a carbon footprint is and how to reduce your carbon footprint. There are lots of ideas for children to try both at school and at home. We can all play our part in fighting climate change, working together and being more aware of how our […]

The UK and Climate Change KS2 Geography Resource This activity pack from Wicked Weather Watch contains two resources based on the theme of the climate change in the UK. Impact of the UK on climate change (activity) How the UK is linked to the Arctic (info sheet) Wicked Weather Watch (WWW) is a charity that aims to provide clarity for children and young […]

RHS KS1/2 Lesson Plan – Water Transportation in Plants Plants need water to grow. What happens if we don’t give our plants water? In this lesson, children will observe potted plants and cut plants, give water to some, but not others, and record the results during a week. Learning objectives Look at how water is transported within plants Discover the function of di

RHS KS1/2 Science & Geography Lesson Plan – Where in the World In this lesson children will understand that food is produced all over the world, and identify continents and countries on a world map. They will also begin to have an awareness that our food choices have an effect on the world environment. The Royal Horticultural Society is a charity established to share the best in […]

RHS KS1/2 Art & Design Lesson Plan – Ephemeral Art In this lesson children will respond to the work of ephemeral artists and link to their own work, identify and understand the qualities of natural materials available to create ephemeral art and work collaboratively with others to produce a natural sculpture. They will also review their own and others’ work and suggest changes. The Royal […]

RHS KS1/2 Science Lesson Plan – Going on a Seed Safari In this lesson children will understand that plants grow from seeds and understand that there are living and non-living things in the world around them. They will also discover that seeds can be dried, stored and planted another year; create and design their own seed packet; and write clear sowing instructions. The Royal Horticultural Society […]

RHS KS1/2 Art & Design Lesson Plan – Colour All Around Us In this lesson, children will explore the visual and tactile elements of a garden, learn about great artists inspired by nature and make links to their own work, and experiment with line, shape, colour, tone, pattern and texture with a range of materials. The Royal Horticultural Society is a charity established to share the best […]

Equally Safe – Dealing with Prejudice-Related Incidents: Guidance for Schools ‘Equally Safe’ was developed to support settings and schools to respond effectively to prejudice-related incidents. This document is underpinned by a commitment to working in partnership with school leaders to ensure safe learning for every child, and an education free of discrimination and harassment. This guidance will help support schools to meet the Public Sector […]

Faith in Us – Educating Young People on Islamophobia for Primary and Secondary This resource has been designed for both primary and secondary teachers for use in the classroom to work with young people and educate about Islamophobia. The resource provides background information outlining the reality and impact of Islamophobia on both young people and wider society; starting points to help educators to ensure that they are creating […]

All Inclusive – Tackling Disability-Related Bullying in Primary Schools This resource has been developed for primary teachers to support equality work in their schools, so that all children can appreciate and celebrate the contribution that people with a disability can make in our society. Every school will at some time have a child or children who have a disability and being able to develop […]

iLearn2 Game Creation Non-Coding Activity for KS1 and 2 This activity pack has been designed for both Key Stage 1 and 2 and covers game creation without the need for programming skills that pupils may be learning in other aspects of the computing curriculum. Pupils will need access to the free Sketch Nation website or the free Sketch Nation app on iPad or Android. […]

iLearn2 Kodu Activities for KS2 Computing/ICT These Kodu activities allow students to work at their own pace through the student activity pack and video tutorials in the pupil section. But it is always a good idea to bring the class back as whole to discuss some of the key vocabulary and skills, particularly the use of inputs to control the kodu […]

iLearn2 Scratch Chat Activity Pack for KS1/2 Computing/ICT These activities are designed to help pupils learn the basics of Scratch by programming talking and movement. Children will learn to: Add backgrounds (stages) and characters (sprites) Write a simple program to have two sprites talk to each other Write a program for a sprite (eg ball) to move a certain distance You will […]

iLearn2 Scratch Chat Activity Pack for KS1/2 Computing/ICT These activities are designed to help pupils learn the basics of Scratch by programming talking and movement. Children will learn to: Add backgrounds (stages) and characters (sprites) Write a simple program to have two sprites talk to each other Write a program for a sprite (eg ball) to move a certain distance You will […]

Young Writers Poetry Wonderland Competition Activity Pack for KS2 Poetry Wonderland is here to inspire your pupils aged 6-11 to get writing. Let pupils explore poem themes in a fun and exciting way before writing their own original poem, while the optional lesson plan gets pupils out of their seats and lets creativity soar. The theme is open, so let pupils decide what they’d […]

National Poetry Day assembly resources

National Poetry Day assembly – Explore ‘truth’ with five poets Deliver a National Poetry Day assembly with the help of verse by Joseph Coelho, Michael Rosen, Rachel Rooney, Karl Nova and Victoria Adukwei-Bulley… This assembly plan by Jonny Walker is based around the theme of ‘truth’ and will last around 30 to 40 minutes. All children will require a small piece of paper and a pencil. […]

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