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National Year of Reading topic pack

National Year of Reading – Reading for pleasure topic pack Celebrate the National Year of Reading 2026 in your classroom with this reading for pleasure topical pack from Busy Things. It's perfect for helping pupils discover the joy of reading for enjoyment and develop lifelong[...]

Chinese New Year animals pack

Chinese New Year animals – Free topical schools pack Bring the excitement of Chinese New Year into your classroom with this special Chinese New Year animals topical pack. This resource is perfect if you're looking to introduce pupils to the rich traditions of this[...]

Resources for choosing your own adventure with Rhianna Pratchett

Choose your own adventure with Rhianna Pratchett – Author In Your Classroom ep 18 Bring interactive storytelling into your classroom and help pupils create stories where the reader chooses their own adventure. In this episode of Author In Your Classroom, author Rhianna Pratchett (Crystal of Storms) explores the unique[...]

Resources for creating characters who overcome difficulties with Helen Rutter

Create characters who overcome difficulties with Helen Rutter – Author In Your Classroom ep 17 Bring storytelling into your classroom and help pupils create characters who face challenges, dream big and find ways to overcome difficulties. In this episode of Author In Your Classroom, Helen Rutter (The Boy Who Made[...]

Resources for daydreaming a poem with Michael Rosen

Daydream a poem with Michael Rosen – Author In Your Classroom ep 16 Bring poetry into your classroom and help pupils turn daydreams and personal experiences into powerful, meaningful poems. In this episode of Author In Your Classroom, Michael Rosen explores where writing ideas really come from –[...]

Resource for turning weird facts into stories with Frank Cottrell-Boyce

Turn weird facts into stories with Frank Cottrell-Boyce – Author In Your Classroom ep 15 Bring a children’s author into your classroom and help pupils turn surprising facts into imaginative, thought-provoking stories. In this episode of Author In Your Classroom, author Frank Cottrell-Boyce (Noah’s Gold) explores how strange-but-true facts can[...]

Writing about what you love with Dan Freedman

Write about what you love with Dan Freedman – Author In Your Classroom ep 14 Bring a children’s author into your classroom and help pupils turn their passions into powerful, purposeful stories. In this episode of Author In Your Classroom, author Dan Freedman (Unstoppable, Jamie Johnson) explores how writing about[...]

Resources for making magical objects with Joan Haig

Make objects magical with Joan Haig – Author In Your Classroom ep 13 Bring a children’s author into your classroom and inspire pupils to write stories centred on a magical object and an epic journey. In this episode of Author In Your Classroom, author Joan Haig (Tiger Skin[...]

Resources for telling stories from the past with Bali Rai author

Tell stories from the past with Bali Rai – Author In Your Classroom ep 12 Bring an award-winning children’s author into your classroom and inspire pupils to plan and write powerful stories from the past. In this episode of Author in Your Classroom, Bali Rai (author of Now or Never)[...]

Resources for finding your voice with Benjamin Zephaniah

Find your voice with Benjamin Zephaniah – Author In Your Classroom ep 11 Explore storytelling and voice with the late, great Benjamin Zephaniah. In this episode of Author in Your Classroom, Benjamin Zephaniah (author of Windrush Child) inspires pupils to find and develop their own narrative voice. Pupils[...]

Resources for writing a Christmas Story with Catherine Doyle

Write a Christmas Story with Catherine Doyle – Author In Your Classsroom ep 10 Bring a festive story expert into your classroom and inspire pupils to write their own magical Christmas tale. In this episode of Author in Your Classroom, Catherine Doyle (author of The Miracle on Ebenezer Street)[...]

Resources for updating a classic tale with Michael Morpurgo

Update a classic tale with Michael Morpurgo – Author In Your Classsroom ep 9 Bring a world-renowned storyteller into your classroom and help pupils put their own twist on a classic tale. In this episode of Author in Your Classroom, Sir Michael Morpurgo (author of Boy Giant) guides pupils[...]

Resources for using humour in non-fiction with Dara Ó Briain

Use humour in non-fiction with Dara Ó Briain – Author In Your Classsroom ep 8 Bring a bestselling author into your classroom and help pupils write non-fiction that’s both funny and fascinating. In this episode of Author in Your Classroom, Dara Ó Briain (comedian, television presenter and author of Is[...]

Resources for researching stories with Dermot O’Leary

Research stories with Dermot O’Leary – Author In Your Classroom ep 7 Bring a bestselling children’s author into your classroom and help pupils use research to plan and write imaginative stories. In this episode of Author In Your Classroom, broadcaster and author Dermot O’Leary (Toto the Ninja[...]

Resources for writing compelling non-fiction with Prof. Robert Winston

Write compelling non-fiction with Prof. Robert Winston – Author In Your Classroom ep 6 Bring a famous author into your classroom and help pupils write compelling non-fiction that informs and engages. In this episode of Author in Your Classroom, Professor Robert Winston (scientist, broadcaster and author of Inventors: Incredible[...]

Resources for creating magical creatures with Cressida Cowell

Create magical creatures with Cressida Cowell – Author In Your Classroom ep 5 Bring a bestselling children’s author into your classroom and help pupils invent magical creatures and write enchanting stories. In this episode of Author In Your Classroom, award-winning author Cressida Cowell (The Wizards of Once series[...]

Resources for building suspense with Struan Murray

Build suspense with Struan Murray – Author In Your Classroom ep 4 Bring a bestselling children’s author into your classroom and help pupils build suspense that keeps readers hooked. In this episode of Author in Your Classroom, author Struan Murray (Orphans of the Tide) explores how writers[...]

Author in Your Classroom illustrations

Author In Your Classroom – Free Podcast & Teaching Packs Spark confident writing and a genuine love of reading by inviting your pupils’ favourite authors straight into the classroom. Recorded specifically for use in schools, our energetic podcast features much-loved children’s writers sharing practical tips[...]

Resources for building fantasy worlds with Jamie Littler

Build fantasy worlds with Jamie Littler – Author In Your Classroom ep 3 Bring a bestselling children’s author into your classroom and help pupils invent their own fantasy worlds. In this episode of Author in Your Classroom, award-winning author Jamie Littler (creator of the Frostheart series) guides pupils[...]

Creating characters with Sam Copeland

Create characters with Sam Copeland – Author In Your Classroom ep 2 Bring a bestselling children’s author into your classroom and help pupils create engaging, believable characters. In this episode of Author In Your Classroom, award-winning author Sam Copeland (creator of the Charlie McGuffin series) shows pupils[...]

Resources for planning a plot with Robin Stevens

Plan a plot with Robin Stevens – Author In Your Classroom ep 1 Bring a bestselling children’s author into your classroom and help pupils plan and write a compelling mystery. In this first episode of Author In Your Classroom, award-winning author Robin Stevens (the Murder Most Unladylike series)[...]

The front cover of Teach Primary magazine issue 20.1

Teach Primary issue 20.1 is OUT NOW! Download your free copy here And welcome back! I hope you all had a wonderful, restful break, and are feeling refreshed and ready for spring. There is light at the end of that winter tunnel,[...]

The front cover of Top School Trips Primary 2026

Top School Trips Primary 2026 is OUT NOW! Download your free copy here ‘Wow’ moments get talked about a lot in education – the idea that memorable experiences can be incredibly useful when it comes to embedding learning in children’s brains. As long[...]

Pirate story coming to life out of book, representing National Storytelling Week

National Storytelling Week 2026 – UK teaching ideas & resources Find out about National Storytelling Week in February and get ideas for celebrating in your school...

Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 – Classroom resources and activities Tackle some serious issues and open a dialogue about mental health in your classroom with these resources...

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