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Maths display resources

Maths display – Working wall elements, posters and clocks Transform your classroom into a vibrant, maths-rich environment with this comprehensive maths display resource bundle, designed to make learning more interactive and accessible for your pupils. If you’re looking to create a space where maths concepts are clear, visible and easy to reference, this bundle has everything you need to get started. A maths display […]

Year 3 spelling words worksheets

Year 3 spelling words – Words with ‘ei’, ‘eigh’ and ‘ey’ This Year 3 spelling words worksheet covers the letter patterns ei, eigh and ey, which often make the long a sound, as in game. For example: weight, eight, grey. There is no rule for these spelling patterns. They just have to learnt. However, ey and eigh are more common than ei. Learning objective Know that […]

Cutting practice worksheets

Cutting practice worksheets – Scissor skills for primary pupils Our cutting practice worksheets are perfect for helping your pupils build confidence with scissors. This eight-page resource will help students in Early Years and KS1 to develop fine motor skills. Each worksheet offers progressively trickier exercises. These guide children from simple to more complex cutting tasks, helping them master the art of scissor control. The […]

Chinese New Year story presentation

Chinese New Year story – Free Great Race schools presentation This Chinese New Year zodiac story presentation for schools introduces the traditional tale of the Great Race. Use it as part of your whole-class guided reading or as part of your Chinese New Year topic. Children will love the beautiful hand-drawn illustrations. It’s an engaging way for primary students to learn about the origins of […]

Christmas traditions around the world schools PowerPoint

Christmas traditions around the world – Free schools PowerPoint Help children understand Christmas traditions around the world with this free information PowerPoint, packed full of fascinating facts and information. Find out about traditions in the UK, as well as Norway, Ethiopia and more. Use this PowerPoint as a prompt and discussion point – or as part of geography lessons in the run-up to Christmas. […]

Michael Rosen – Best classroom resources for primary Bring literature to life with Michael Rosen's distinctive blend of humour and heart...

Comprehension worksheets

Comprehension worksheets – Non-fiction and fiction for Y1-6 Ideal for KS1 & KS2 SATs practice, these high-quality comprehension worksheets from the Comprehension Ninja series are rich in vocabulary. The fiction worksheets cover a wide variety of genres, including classic and contemporary stories and traditional tales. The non-fiction comprehension worksheets feature texts with strong links to the national curriculum. This means you can develop […]

KS2 Literacy Lesson Plan – Write Creative Character Descriptions Of Moon People

Character descriptions – KS2 creative writing lesson Write your own character descriptions of imaginary people and aspects of their lives with this KS2 lesson plan from John Dabell… In the second century AD, the Syrian satirist Lucian of Samosata wrote True Story. This is the earliest known science fiction travel tale. It describes going to outer space, alien lifeforms and interplanetary warfare. […]

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Sumdog

5 reasons to try… Sumdog Maths Discover an engaging online maths practice tool that uses games-based learning to make maths lessons exciting and enjoyable for all! 30 Second Briefing Sumdog Maths uses adaptive learning technology to provide a unique learning experience for pupils aged 5–14, with questions that adapt to each pupil’s individual level. 1. Identifies gaps for you Pupils start […]

Ring of paper figures with different skin tones, representing relationships education

Relationships education – What to cover and how to be inclusive With relationships education now an essential part of the primary curriculum, we explain what a modern, inclusive approach looks like – and how to confidently deliver these lessons for the first time...

Boy Giant resources

Boy Giant – KS2 cross-curricular activity ideas with worksheets This Boy Giant download contains a PDF full of cross-curricular KS2 ideas. There’s also a 12-page PDF packed full of lesson ideas and activities to explore alongside reading the book. What is Boy Giant about? Boy Giant is a novel by British author Michael Morpurgo. When war comes to Omar’s Afghan village, 10-year-old Omar and […]

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NATRE

Why I love… the RE Today Primary RE Curriculum Subject leader Rachel Buckby explains how she uses this comprehensive resource to support RE teaching in her school… About me Rachel Buckby Job role: Primary RE subject leader Our school: St John the Baptist CE Primary School “This comprehensive curriculum has significantly enhanced teaching and learning at my school… …especially through its PowerPoint resources. This […]

Corpse Talk KS2 resources

Corpse Talk – Free KS2 history resources Make history fun, enjoyable and more engaging with these Corpse Talk educational resources for KS2 that accompany each episode in the Corpse Talk series and the featured historical figures. Each resource sheet contains a link to watch the specific episode on YouTube. The resources have been produced in association with education and history consultants. What […]

Quiet children getting on with work in school

Quiet children – How to unlock their hidden potential Some pupils demand more teacher time than others, but we should make sure to celebrate the quiet children in our classrooms too...

Collage of children's and YA LGBT books

LGBT books – Best children’s and YA stories for schools Make sure your library shelves are as inclusive as you’d like your school to be, with these empowering and empathetic reads...

Judaism KS2 – lesson plan

Judaism KS2 – lesson plan on Jewish ‘festival of trees’ Tu Bishvat Explore the Jewish ‘birthday of the trees’ and make links to caring for our world with this Judaism KS2 lesson plan… Tu Bishvat (or Tu B’Shvat) is an annual Jewish festival. Originally a minor celebration, it has recently grown in importance within the Jewish community. In this lesson pupils will investigate what happens during the […]

The Dragon Snatcher KS2 planning

The Dragon Snatcher – Cross-curricular KS2 planning Invent, draw and label your own dragons, write non-chronological reports and create spider diagrams of what a dragon needs to survive with The Dragon Snatcher by MP Robertson… Why teach The Dragon Snatcher? The Dragon Snatcher by MP Robertson has everything you need to help children write a fantasy adventure story. In combination with The […]

Children in classroom doing guided reading

Guided reading – Best activity ideas and lesson plans Make guided reading sessions better for you and your students with this selection of ideas, activities, advice and more...

Pie Corbett – How to use the shared writing approach Teach children to become better writers by using Pie Corbett's shared writing approach in your classroom...

Photo of two teenage students completing a practical activity using a resource contained within a classroom display

Classroom displays – Advice, ideas & free teaching resources Make your classroom walls work harder with these tips and pointers from fellow teachers...

Girl wearing eye-test glasses, representing visual impairment support in schools

Visual impairment support in schools – Advice & case studies With some preparation and imaginative thinking, your lessons can be as engaging for visually impaired pupils as they are for everyone else...

Objects and ideas bursting out of book, representing narrative writing

Narrative writing – Examples, lesson ideas and teaching tips Browse effective strategies for teaching narrative writing and help your students craft imaginative stories while improving their writing skills...

Mental health posters

Mental health posters – Self-care and self-respect guides These mental health posters are a great way to foster a positive and supportive environment in your classroom. Download and display them to contribute to students’ wellbeing and self-esteem. Use these mental health posters to encourage students to develop self-care habits and boost their self-confidence. They are great to display during Children’s Mental Health Week (February), […]

Phase 5 phonics worksheets

Phase 5 phonics – How to teach them PLUS worksheets Phase 5 phonics is undoubtedly the most challenging element of phonics to teach and learn. Building on Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4, it tackles the complex part of the English alphabetic code step by step. Read on for expert advice about teaching this tricky area… What is Phase 5 phonics? Phase 5 phonics […]

Visual literacy lesson ideas

Visual literacy – Lesson ideas for KS1 and KS2 In this four-page visual literacy guide, Gill Matthews explains how verbal interactions, paintings, photography and picture books can prompt pupils to think more deeply about characters and narrative. There are two immediate and obvious benefits of using visuals, in the form of paintings, photos and picture books, as stimuli for writing. First, they give children […]

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