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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 […]

Pearson UK

Transform teaching with Pearson’s budget-friendly teaching resource Learn how the award-winning Primary Interactive Library can help you engage your pupils… We know that keeping children’s attention is more difficult than ever before. That’s why our Primary Interactive Library is home to over 5,000 fun, high-quality interactives and resources for you to use with your pupils, more than any other interactive content provider. […]

SPaG games – Best offline and online ideas for schools Stop! Grammar time. Give kids a fun way to consolidate learning with some interactive activities to test their SPaG skills...

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Learning gap – Combatting the lasting impact of Covid Louise Pink explores the effective strategies schools are using to help children and young people move on from the legacy of Covid and succeed...

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 […]

Colourful dice, representing maths games KS1

Maths games KS1 – Free interactive offline and online ideas Revitalise your KS1 maths teaching with these exciting game ideas, aimed at sparking curiosity and bolstering skill development...

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 […]

The Ultimate School Trip with Disney Cruise Line

For a chance to WIN a magical four-night cruise this summer with your class!* Disney Cruise Line is giving one lucky UK-based primary school teacher (with the school’s permission), their entire class, and their families the chance to win The Ultimate School Trip this August! Honorary supply teacher Roman Kemp will welcome the winners on board the Disney Dream, where the class will experience unique, magical lessons like never […]

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 […]

Schoolboy taking part in school led tutoring

School led tutoring – 2024 guidance and advice for teachers Discover everything about school-led tutoring in 2024, from funding and choosing tutors to scheduling and making it work effectively...

Speech bubble made up of different countries' flags, representing EAL in education

EAL in education – Simple strategies for supporting students Elevate your classroom with our guide to EAL in education, packed with tips for inclusivity...

Happy teacher leaning back, representing overcoming teacher stress

Teacher stress – Mindfulness and coping strategies for educators Take a deep breath and find your happy place with these on-the-go tension-busters...

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 […]

Girl at desk using knowledge organisers

Knowledge organisers – Examples, templates and what to avoid A simple guide to producing the best knowledge organisers for your primary or secondary pupils...

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 […]

Teens on ski slope

OEAP – School visit guidance, support and training In the ever-changing world of school trips, here’s how can you keep up-to-date with the latest advice and guidance...

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