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Expanded noun phrases examples

Expanded noun phrases examples – Poster & phrase builder This expanded noun phrases example download includes a poster and a phrase builder worksheet. Both resources make learning about expanded noun phrases engaging and accessible. Pupils will build confidence in their descriptive writing abilities. The poster is a visual aid that will support pupils in understanding the structure of expanded noun phrases. It clearly demonstrates […]

British history timeline KS2 printable classroom display

British history timeline KS2 – Printable classroom display This British history timeline KS2 resource is perfect if you want to create a display in your classroom. This carefully designed printable timeline provides a visual way for students to understand the key periods of British history, from the age of dinosaurs through to modern-day Britain. Each page of the timeline includes a vibrant colour […]

Diary of a Wimpy Kid activities

Diary of a Wimpy Kid activities – PDF of ideas These Diary of a Wimpy Kid activities will get students excited about the books while developing their literacy skills… The comic book format of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books makes them accessible and the perfect companion for reluctant readers. They’re bursting with laugh-out-loud moments and tackle important themes such as bullying and family […]

Lateral thinking lesson plan

Lateral thinking – Richard Wiseman magic tricks lesson plan Bringing out their inner magician can improve children’s lateral thinking, says Richard Wiseman… We know that creative activities are hugely beneficial for children at this fundamental stage of their development, but have you ever considered using magic tricks in the classroom? Our research at the University of Hertfordshire shows that learning to perform magic tricks […]

Digestive system KS2 resources

Digestive system KS2 – Hands-on, whole-class experiment This resource contains instructions for a hands-on KS2 classroom activity that uses bananas and biscuits to teach students about the human digestive system. You’ll construct a life-sized model that simulates each stage of digestion, from chewing food in the mouth to excreting waste. This reinforces pupils’ understanding of how the digestive organs function. Digestive system […]

Quest stories – Planning sheet for KS1/2 creative writing Guide pupils through planning and presenting their own imaginative quest stories with these engaging resources from Rachel Clarke… Start with Plan Your Own Quest Story, a step-by-step guide to crafting a thrilling adventure story. Pupils begin by designing their hero, complete with a unique appearance and personality. They’ll then map out the quest, deciding on […]

Vocabulary Ninja Word of the day resource

Vocabulary Ninja Word of the day – Vocabulary Laboratory sheet This Vocabulary Laboratory resource is the ideal companion for your Vocabulary Ninja Word of the Day activities. Use it to help pupils break down any word into its most essential elements. This versatile resource encourages deeper understanding of vocabulary in an engaging and structured way. Explore tense, word class, synonyms, antonyms or even delve into […]

Clay KS2 art lesson

Clay KS2 art lesson – Build a whole-class clay village sculpture The Greek village of Kayaköy, deserted during WWI, provides an atmospheric focus for this KS2 clay project. It involves children sculpting their own abandoned community from clay… In this lesson plan you’ll find ideas for encouraging children to design and build a collection of ghostly structures. They will then combine their individual pieces to create […]

Year 6 English worksheets

Year 6 English worksheets – Free printable KS2 resources These Year 6 English worksheets are structured around narratives, non-fiction and poetry. They will support work you’re doing across the curriculum as well as in literacy teaching. The activities follow the main literacy priorities in Year 6 and are designed to be used flexibly, alongside a teacher or parent. Each Year 6 English worksheet has […]

Sphero programming activity pack for KS2

Sphero robot – Programming activity pack for KS2 The Sphero robot is a Bluetooth wireless ball that you can programme from an iPad or Android device using various different apps. On many occasions in primary computing, pupils use programming language to control on-screen objects such as Scratch, Kodu, Hopscotch etc. However, it’s also important that children write programs to control physical devices to […]

Recycling poster worksheet

Recycling poster – Creative writing activity for KS1 / KS2 This worksheet features writing prompts to help pupils create a persuasive poster promoting the benefits of recycling. It comes from the OUP primary literacy resource series Project X Origins. The recycling poster resource guides pupils to plan a recycling poster by brainstorming powerful words, questions and specific actions they want to encourage. Pupils then need […]

Worksheet on multiplication of decimals

Worksheet on multiplication of decimals – KS2 maths game If you’re looking for a fun and engaging way to help your KS2 pupils master multiplying decimals, this worksheet on multiplication of decimals is just what you need. Designed to work for individuals, small groups, or even your whole class, this multiplication of decimals worksheet game combines strategy, problem-solving, and mental maths in one simple […]

Melting ice experiment PDF

Melting ice experiment – 15-minute festive STEM activity How can we make ice melt more easily? Find out with this festive melting ice experiment from the 15-Minute STEM series by Emily Hunt… Resources Melting ice experiment learning objective Salt lowers the freezing point of water, helping to melt ice faster. In this melting ice experiment, as each ice cube melts the string sinks into […]

Measurement KS2 lesson plan

Measurement KS2 – Exciting cross-curricular paper plane project Create paper planes in this fun KS2 measurement project that encompasses maths, literacy and teamwork… To introduce ‘Project: Flight’ all you need is the brilliant FArTHER by Grahame Baker-Smith and a ream of paper liberated from the photocopier. KS2 measurement learning objectives Lesson starter Start with a reading of FArTHER by Grahame Baker-Smith. It tells […]

Skellig book resources

Skellig book – KS2 cross-curricular planning resources Use David Almond’s book Skellig to ignite learning in your KS2 classroom with these activities and ideas… Skelling KS2 planning Part bird, perhaps part angel, Skellig is a mystical creature inhabiting a mundane setting. Considering his true nature will open some challenging debates, and close reading of David Almond’s powerful text can enrich children’s own […]

Ordering decimals worksheet

Ordering decimals worksheet – KS2 activity with answers This ordering decimals worksheet contains questions which require students to think about the relative sizes of decimals and the order that they would be written on a number line. The worksheet also includes questions on ordering fractions. Use these topic-focused SATs questions at the end of a unit to test and extend students’ understanding as […]

Long multiplication worksheets

Long multiplication worksheet – 2-digit by 2-digit KS2 activities Long multiplication is a key skill for KS2 students. This engaging long multiplication worksheet and games pack will help your students build fluency and confidence in your classroom. The activities combine fun, problem-solving and challenge to help children master this essential concept. Whether your pupils are just starting with long multiplication or need an extra […]

Activity ideas for The Amazing Tale of Ali Pasha

The Amazing Tale of Ali Pasha – WW1 activities for KS2 A tortoise waking up might not sound the most thrilling topic starter. However, the slumbering reptile in The Amazing Tale of Ali Pasha has an account of WWI that begs to be told, and retold… Set up a news room, write letters home from the trenches and look at maps of the war to give […]

Ancient Greece KS2 resources

Ancient Greece KS2 – Medium-term plan and one-off lesson The Ancient Greeks have long been a staple of the KS2 history curriculum. They’re celebrated as a bastion of democracy (well, mostly), and we owe many great ideas and inventions to them. Use this six-week medium term plan or a one-off drama lesson plan to explore this ancient civilisation in class. Ancient Greece KS2 medium-term […]

Short division worksheets

Short division worksheets – With and without remainders White Rose worksheets Short division worksheets (with remainder) Worksheet and problem cards featuring short division with a remainder questions. Example question types: Short division worksheets (without remainder) A selection of varied practise and problem cards to help children deepen their understanding of short division without remainders. Example question types: White Rose Maths provides high-quality, research-driven maths […]

Number day ideas resources

Number Day ideas – KS1/2 activities for NSPCC Number Day Use these activity ideas and downloadable resources on Number Day to help raise awareness for the NSPCC, and engage in some maths fun at the same time… There are many different ways to celebrate Number Day. You may decide to dedicate the entire day to maths-related activities, or you might just add a Number Day […]

Template of a poppy

Template of a poppy – Free blank printable to colour and cut out Our template of a poppy offers a variety of poppies for children to colour in and cut out. This includes both realistic poppies and simpler, more traditional paper-style poppies. There are multiple poppies on each page, offering a more efficient printing solution for schools. Remembrance Day and history Lessons This template of a poppy is […]

Part whole model templates

Part whole model – Free blank maths template worksheets These part-whole model templates have between two and seven smaller circles for every larger ‘whole’ circle. There’s a range of printing options, from one or two per page to multiple part-whole models per page. What is a part-whole model? A part-whole model is a simple yet powerful diagram that visually demonstrates how we can split […]

Positive negative number line

Positive negative number line – 10, 20, 100 & blank PDF worksheet This positive and negative number line printable PDF is perfect for a wide range of number line activities. It’s ideal for supporting key mathematical concepts in the classroom. With options ranging from -100 to 100, -20 to 20 and -10 to 10, with various spacings, it allows you to introduce number lines incrementally as pupils […]

Rhetorical questions KS2 resources

Rhetorical questions KS2 – Complete guide for fiction & non-fiction Whether they’re crafting thrilling tales or explaining fascinating facts, rhetorical questions can help children’s writing come alive...

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