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Climate zones KS2 lesson plan

Climate zones KS2 – Chocolate-themed geography lesson Learn about locations and climate zones by exploring the story of objects and how people make them with this KS2 lesson plan themed around chocolate… Teaching primary geography through everyday objects is a popular way to interest pupils in the ‘stories of things’. This can help support pupils’ growing understanding of the interaction between physical […]

3D shapes worksheet

3D shapes worksheet – Free names and properties PDFs These two worksheets focus on 3D shapes. Use them in KS1 and KS2 primary maths lessons. They provide an excellent opportunity for hands-on learning about the names and properties of 3D shapes. Naming 3D shapes worksheet This worksheet asks pupils to identify and name a range of 3D shapes. This includes cubes, spheres, cones, cylinders […]

Art worksheets – Free printable PDFs for schools Are you looking for engaging and versatile resources to support your art lessons? These free art worksheets will make your job easier while inspiring creativity in your students. Whether you’re covering a lesson, running an after-school club or just want a hands-on activity to try during your next session, these bright, modern worksheets are just […]

Children joining in with music national curriculum activities

Music national curriculum 2025 – Ofsted advice and practical ideas Why is music in the national curriculum and what exactly do you need to teach? Find out here...

School song resources

School song – New school year song with audio track and lyrics This is a fun song to start a new school year. Use it in assemblies or the classroom. It’s also a great way to kick off your first music lesson. This download includes: School song lyrics ChorusI’ve got my brand new pensAnd a pencil case,I’ve cleaned my teethAnd I’ve washed my face,I’ve got my shiny […]

Subordinate clause KS2 Year 5 English worksheets

Subordinate clause KS2 – Year 5 English worksheet & tasks This resource provides a structured, engaging and highly practical approach to understanding main clauses and subordinate clauses in KS2, building on prior knowledge and extending pupils’ skills. It’s designed specifically for Year 5 teachers. The booklet begins by revisiting key foundational concepts. It reminds pupils that a clause is a group of words containing a […]

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

National Storytelling Week 2025 – UK teaching ideas & resources Find out about National Storytelling Week in February and get ideas for celebrating in your school...

Short story writing resource

Short story writing – Author-led resources for KS1 and KS2 Celebrate National Storytelling Week with this variety of story writing activities for KS1 and KS2. They will help to inspire a love of story creation and storytelling. These activities allow pupils to experience writing as a fun and experimental creative process that gives them freedom to express their ideas and imagination. KS1 activities These oracy […]

Christmas page border designs

Christmas page border – Free printable A4 sheets for schools Bring festive cheer to your classroom with these beautifully designed Christmas page borders, perfect for a range of writing and drawing activities. Each of the five unique designs is available with or without lines, making them suitable for different ages, abilities and creative purposes. Whether you’re encouraging your pupils to write Christmas stories, create wish […]

Kids reading for pleasure

Reading for pleasure – How to cultivate a passion for books Want to instil a genuine love for reading in your students? Here are some practical and inspiring ways to make it happen...

Therapy dogs in schools

Therapy dogs in schools – What you need to consider Having animals in the classroom can benefit us all, but we need to think about their wellbeing, too...

Blackout poetry

Blackout poetry – Best KS2 ideas to try in lessons Inspire creative word choice and build thematic understanding through artistic blackout poetry...

Tectonic plates KS2 planning

Tectonic plates KS2 – Volcano, earthquake & tsunami planning This KS2 download contains a detailed medium-term plan about tectonic plates plus all the resources you need to teach it. When we think of natural disasters, we think of bright orange eruptions of magma, vast plumes of black ash, collapsing buildings and tidal waves washing over everything in sight. We imagine danger, damage and destruction. […]

White paper family standing in front of rainbow paper people, representing inclusive education

Inclusive education – Making school a happy place for LGBT+ kids Practical, time-efficient ideas for fostering LGBT+ inclusion in your classroom and creating a happier environment for all students...

The Lost Boy KS2 planning

The Last Boy – Learn about child labour, astronomy and more Why teach The Last Boy? The Last Boy is a compelling middle-grade novel that will capture readers’ hearts and minds. It tells the heartbreaking story of a young chimney sweep in 19th-century Ireland. This book is overflowing with historical and scientific themes. There is so much to discover: Author Eve McDonnell’s research is incredibly thorough, providing […]

Properties of materials KS2 lesson plan

Properties of materials KS2 – Design your own toothpaste Transform an everyday chore into an opportunity for exciting STEM adventures with this properties of materials KS2 lesson plan… Creating potions has long held a fascination with children. It might be combining leaves and petals from the garden, or immersing themselves in the gloopy wonderfulness of slime. This investigation will help pupils to realise that […]

Anxious boy in school uniform biting nails, representing EBSA

EBSA – What to do when pupils are avoiding school What is EBSA, what causes it and how best can schools deal with it? Join us as we explore this important topic...

Waving hand in ocean, representing struggling early career teachers

Early career teachers – Advice for ECTs and those leading them Whether you're leading ECTs or are one yourself, these experts have got spot-on advice for you...

A primary school boy using Tapestry on a laptop in a classroom

Tapestry

How Tapestry supports children’s learning at Arundel C of E Primary School Arundel CofE Primary School (ACE) caters for over 200 children aged 4–11. It is proud to be a strong community of learners, with children and adults interacting to create an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. ACE has been using Tapestry Childhood Education Platform in the EYFS since 2016. In 2020, the school […]

Child completing homework, representing the idea of a homework policy

Homework policy – Effective practice for today’s schools How to create a clear and effective homework policy that promotes learning and fits today's educational landscape...

Alcohol KS2 teaching resources

Alcohol KS2 – 4 PSHE lessons with resources Use these KS2 alcohol resources to equip pupils with essential knowledge about alcohol, including its risks and emotional impact. This way you’ll empower them to make informed, safe choices for the future. All of the resources are flexible. You can easily adapt them to suit your individual needs by picking and choosing which activities to […]

Maths starters KS2 PowerPoint with answers

Maths starters – KS2 PowerPoint with answers This KS2 maths starters PowerPoint features a variety of maths problems, puzzles and activities. The slides include interactive challenges such as: The maths starters focus on developing critical thinking, problem-solving and computation skills. The PowerPoint includes clues, answers and prompts for creating similar challenges. Maths starters These carefully crafted maths starters are self-contained tasks that […]

Powerful verbs WAGOLL

Powerful verbs – Writing an emotional response KS2 WAGOLL Write a scene featuring lots of powerful verbs in which the narrator is profoundly moved by a new experience or environment by analysing a key scene from Susan Brownrigg’s gripping novel, Wrong Tracks. In many stories, the main character enters a new environment or has a new experience that we can tell is going to […]

Reading comprehension research overview for teachers

Reading comprehension research – Overview for teachers This reading comprehension research overview from the National Literacy Trust will help you: Reading comprehension research This section of the document sets out key developments in research along with core reports to inform whole-school reading comprehension review and development. Practice and passion This section of the document contains good practice examples and resources for reading […]

Making dream catchers primary art lesson

Making dream catchers – Primary art lesson inspired by dreams This primary art lesson plan is all about making and personalising dream catchers then writing about and painting the dreams they might ensnare… Although there are times when we wish our pupils were tuned in to teaching rather than following their fantasies, dreams have long been a wonderful source of inspiration for artists. Many memorable […]

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