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Fact file – How to teach informational writing in primary school Fact file example Before they embark on writing their own fact file, show your students this fact file template. It will help pupils identify the key features of the text type. This will assist them in creating a set of criteria, or a toolkit, for when they eventually write their own. What is a fact […]

An old tin kettle, representing historical objects

Historical objects – Using them to bring the past to life Bring stories, characters or historical events to life with these hands-on activities...

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory science lesson plan (2)

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory science experiments – Popping candy What better way to celebrate Roald Dahl Day than by trying some Charlie and the Chocolate Factory science experiments? Inside this free lesson plan is a feast of science-based wonders to spark pupils’ imagination and curiosity. There are lots of sweet-toothed experiments you could try – like growing your own sugar trees – but in […]

Person jumping from 'Can't' to 'Can' to represent fixed mindset

Fixed mindset? – Theory, controversy and real classroom examples We explore the concept of fixed mindset vs growth mindset, the controversies surrounding the theory and hear from teachers who have put it into practice...

Geographical Association

Welcome to the National Festival of Fieldwork 2024! The Geographical Association (GA) is delighted to host the National Festival of Fieldwork again in 2024. So, what is this event? Fieldwork is an important part of geographical learning in the classroom, but it is sometimes a challenge to organise it. The GA is supporting teachers by providing free resources to help you all to […]

Relationship education lesson plan

Relationship education – KS1/2 SEN set of lessons Try these relationship education group work and behaviour activities from Kate Bradley… As of September 2020, schools are required to follow statutory guidance concerning the teaching of relationship education in primary schools and relationships and sex education in secondary schools. You can use this lesson plan to implement this guidance into your teaching. The DfE […]

Philosophy for primary schools KS2 medium-term plan

Philosophy for primary schools – KS2 medium-term plan Introduce children to philosophy and develop their reasoning and questioning skills with this philosophy for primary schools resource. It will develop their understanding of ethics and virtues and also provides wider SMSC (Social, Moral, Social and Cultural) experiences. It can work well with any year group from 2 to 6, but especially for Lower Key […]

Anglo Saxon homes worksheet

Anglo Saxon homes – KS2 history worksheet This Anglo-Saxon homes worksheet introduces students to the fascinating world of archaeology and Anglo-Saxon life. By interpreting clues from the past, students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The activity encourages them to piece together evidence as real archaeologists do. This encourages a sense of discovery and inquiry. This Anglo-Saxon homes worksheet covers historical […]

DT KS2 mini canoe activity

DT KS2 – Make a mini canoe activity In this DT KS2 activity, pupils will design and create a traditional-style canoe, emulating primitive technologies from around the world. They’ll use research to inform the design of a product, recording their ideas appropriately. They will then select appropriate materials and tools to build their design, making modifications in response to problems they encounter. Finally, […]

Reciprocal reading worksheet - Teachwire

Reciprocal reading – What it is, how to use it and worksheets Are you struggling to juggle what seems like an endless number of reading abilities that require different level texts? Why not try reciprocal reading? This free worksheet helps guide students through the reciprocal reading process, encouraging active engagement and improvement of comprehension skills. Find out all about reciprocal reading and how to use it in […]

Aesop’s fables KS2 activities

Aesop’s fables – LKS2 cross-curricular activity ideas Help pupils grasp the concept of inference, and what a moral is, using a collection of beautiful recreations of Aesop’s fables. Aesop’s fables are classics – and deservedly so. They’ve been a staple of English teaching in primary schools for many a year now and they’re set to stick around for a while longer. And […]

Alma Thomas lesson plan

Alma Thomas lesson plan – Sunny KS1/KS2 art Adele Darlington shows us how to celebrate summer with paintings inspired by the work of Alma Thomas...

KS2 vocabulary lesson plan

KS2 vocabulary – Fun vocabulary marketplace lesson plan Imagine if words had a value and children could buy or sell them. This KS2 vocabulary lesson plan from award-winning teacher Adam Parkhouse involves a flexible vocabulary bartering activity in an imaginary marketplace. The activity encourages and inspires children to be outrageous and courageous in their use of vocabulary. The idea was sparked by the […]

KS2 climate change medium term plan

KS2 climate change – RE medium-term plan Teach pupils about the concept of stewardship in Islam, and how this ties in with climate change and Muslims' ecological efforts...

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Teacher interview questions – How to nail your next interview Getting hired as a teacher can be a daunting process – here's how to get through the interview stage and secure your dream job...

Friendship activities KS2

Friendship activities KS2 – Positive friendships PSHE lesson If you’re looking for friendship activities for KS2, this positive friendship PSHE lesson might be just what you need. This detailed, one hour-long, fully resourced PSHE lesson explains the qualities that people often look for in a good friend. The resource is no-prep, meaning you can get started straight away. The download includes case studies, […]

Free resources for teaching drama

Teaching drama – First lesson plan and tips for putting on a play Teaching drama for the first time Are you new to teaching drama? Or would you like some new ideas for teaching your first drama class? This download contains a 12-page PDF of teaching material for just one class. For every goal listed, there are several drama activity options you can choose from, depending on the […]

Drama games for kids booklets

Drama games for kids – 48 fun ideas for KS1 and KS2 Want to help your pupils develop skills from empathy to verbal reasoning, but don’t know where to start? Or perhaps you’re a drama teacher looking for new drama games for kids to play? This download contains 8 quick drama activity ideas from Sam Marsden to spark children’s imaginations, plus 40 classic drama games every teacher […]

Schoolchildren in uniform looking happy, representing friendship activities

Friendship activities – Games and advice for EYFS, KS1 and KS2 Some children need more help with friendships than others. These friendship activities and pearls of wisdom will help pupils connect with their peers and navigate social situations more effectively...

A snow leopard at Chester Zoo

Chester Zoo

5 reasons to visit… Chester Zoo Here’s what a WILD school trip to Chester Zoo has to offer your students… 30 Second Briefing Chester Zoo is a conservation charity that welcomes over 130,000 young people on educational visits each year. The zoo is passionate about conservation education and wants to inspire as many educators and learners as possible about the importance of […]

Victorians KS2 – Cross-curricular ideas for The Curio Collectors Investigate Victorian botany and get hands-on with a suitcase full of curiosities in Eloise Williams’ historical adventure

Nouns KS2 lesson plan

Nouns KS2 – Proper nouns and capital letters lesson plan Have fun helping children to remember when to use the right punctuation for names with this nouns KS2 lesson plan from Beki Wilson… The National Curriculum suggests that children begin to learn the concept of proper nouns in KS1 English and literacy, and by Y2 it is expected that children will write names of anything, […]

RE curriculum resources

RE curriculum – Example KS1/2 curriculum and curriculum map This RE curriculum and curriculum map example from Hethersett CEVE Primary School, created by Matthew Lane, aims to enable children to: The RE curriculum is centred on the study of Christianity with links then made outwards to other faiths and worldviews. To create commonality between Key Stages and Year Groups there are Golden Threads that […]

Lesson plan about The Listeners by Walter de la Mare

The Listeners by Walter de la Mare – KS2 English lesson plan See creativity flourish with this poetry lesson plan based around The Listeners by Walter de la Mare… When used effectively, poetry is a brilliant way to develop narrative writing skills and an understanding of the impact words can have. One of the most potent pieces of poetry you can use in a primary school setting […]

Schoolboy with Developmental Language Disorder smiling at teacher

Developmental Language Disorder – Strategies to try in school We explain what Developmental Language Disorder is and how you can support pupils affected by it – while at the same time improving learning for everyone else…

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