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KS2 writing exemplification – Learn to write like an American President The pen is more powerful than the sword, so lean into lessons from some of the US’ finest, and teach your class to compose like a Commander in Chief

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English Language – End their GCSE lessons with a bang, not a yawn Banish the rote routines of those final lessons before the GCSE English language paper and liven things up a bit, suggests Jennifer Hampton...

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Geopolitics – How physical landscapes affect statecraft Tim Marshall considers how physical geography shapes countries' actions – and thus the stories we’ll be learning about decades hence...

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Creative writing – What it takes to craft memorable characters Your KS3 students are more than capable of creating original, distinctive characters of their own and bringing them to life, says Martin Ferguson...

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STEM – What students can learn at the point where science meets the arts Far from being opposites, the study of science and the practice of art can intertwine in fascinating and rewarding ways, writes Hannah Day…

Teaching PE in primary schools – How to make the perfect plan Think outside the timetable, connect with parents, and consider whole-school activities to help bolster your sport provision

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Area and volume – What happens to the area of a disc when the disc is enlarged? Students can become confused when faced with linear, area and volume scale factors – but they don't have to be, says Colin Foster...

Skills for life – Preparing SEND pupils for the post-primary world Find out how one award-winning school is preparing pupils with SEND for the big wide world, with skills for life

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Meet the author – Peter Lantos A pioneering neuroscientist and Holocaust survivor presents a child’s eye view of one of the darkest episodes in human history

Ancient Egyptians KS2 – Take your class on a time-travelling adventure! One of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time was made by a young boy – a fact that’s sure to make the Ancient Egyptians irresistible to your class, says MA Bennett

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School exclusion – how to support SEND pupils in primary Persistent absence, suspension and school exclusion are more common among pupils with SEND, so what can we do about it?

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Teaching computing – configure your best lesson yet Don’t get hung up on the tools – you have all the teaching skills you need to nail computing classes, says Sway Grantham...

Poetry in primary schools – why bother learning poems by heart? Far from an old-fashioned pastime for the posh, committing verse to memory can open all sorts of doors for your pupils...

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KS3 literacy – Are your students reading books through to the end? School librarian Sharan Kaur explains how some students may need extra motivation to finish reading the books they pick up…

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Reading for pleasure – Let students have agency and see that you enjoy books too If we want students to read of their own volition, we should respect their agency, understand their preferences and share our own enjoyment of reading, says Hannah Grace….

Science activities for kids – bird feeders that improve critical thinking Looking for Christmas science activities for your class? This bird feeder project both helps the environment and encourages critical thinking

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KS3 drama – How can shy students be persuaded to perform? Drama lessons can be difficult for those reluctant to perform – but their experiences in the studio can help them in many other subjects...

Music National Curriculum – three key takeaways from Ofsted’s review Music may be undervalued, but its lessons can be beneficial across every subject, says Ben Connor...

Challenge authority examples — The Fox’s Tower As the world continues to change, questions (and stories) of agency and authority will only become more important, says Sam Thompson

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Teach Primary Book Awards winners – 2015 to 2022 round-up A glorious celebration of the very best the world of children’s writing has to offer...

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Outdoor learning – What schools can do with the facilities they already have Rebecca Leek explores what schools can do to lend an outdoor dimension to students’ learning without the need for any costly procurement or site redevelopment

Joseph Coelho – the award-winning poet on the power of poetry to change lives “When I was a child, poetry was confined to the page, but as an adult, I’ve realised it’s that and so much more”

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Commas to avoid ambiguity – 6 of the best KS2 worksheets, games and lesson plans Punctuation is a serious business; but these resources come with a side-order of humour to help pupils write with clarity

Phase 4 phonics – how to teach them, and games ideas Conquer blending, segmenting, tricky words and planning with this guide to building on previous learning

Year 1 science – how to support knowledge transition from EYFS The knowledge transition from EYFS to KS1 can be tricky, but rearranging the bones of the content makes a surprising difference, says Aidan Severs...

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