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Girl dressed in cat costume for World Book Day

World Book Day costume ideas 2025 – Teacher & pupil ideas Do you or your students need inspiration for your character getup this year? Read this list of famous literary characters and pick your fave...

Synonyms worksheet

Synonyms worksheet – Little Red Riding Hood activity This simple synonyms worksheet asks students to find more creative synonyms for typical words found in the traditional tale, Little Red Riding Hood. Words that pupils need to generate synonyms for include: alone, big, brave, dark, go, went and scared. Once they’ve generated their synonyms on the worksheet, students need to choose one of the […]

Kid Normal activities PDF

Kid Normal – KS2 cross-curricular superhero activities Plan a range of superhero-themed activities around the book Kid Normal, an award-winning title by Radio 1 DJs Greg James and Chris Smith… What is Kid Normal about? Murph is a pupil at a secret school where everyone has an awesome power. Mary can fly, Charlie’s eyes emit heat rays and even Hilda can conjure […]

James and the Giant Peach book topic

James and the Giant Peach KS2 – Cross-curricular activities Use this James and the Giant Peach KS2 planning to teach students about the importance of friendship through a range of activities. Then look into the science of James and the Giant Peach using an actual piece of fruit. James and the Giant Peach has its fair share of sadness and angst. However, used sensitively […]

Connect 4 maths games KS2

KS1 maths games – Sum and difference Connect 4 pack These Connect 4-style KS1 maths games help children to develop a strong ‘number feel’ and early calculation strategies. They are also simple and enjoyable to play! Played in pairs, take turns to roll two dice: either find the sum or the difference of the numbers on the dice and choose the number to cross off. […]

Safeguarding quiz

Safeguarding quiz – Staff PowerPoint of questions and answers This safeguarding quiz PowerPoint contains 128 slides of multiple-choice questions, ideal for staff briefings. Each set of 10-12 questions covers a mix of topics. Topics covered include: Safeguarding quiz The safeguarding quiz slides encompass a wide range of safeguarding areas to ensure staff are well-informed across all critical areas of safeguarding. The quiz uses multiple-choice […]

Partitioning worksheet for KS2

Partitioning – 3-digit number worksheet for KS2 This free KS2 partitioning worksheet offers a structured approach to understanding 3-digit numbers through hands-on activities that reinforce essential place value skills. Designed for classroom use or home practice, it ensures pupils grasp the concept of partitioning. This worksheet engages learners with a variety of tasks, ensuring that they not only practise partitioning but also […]

Free writing activity sheets for KS2 and KS3

Writing activity sheets – 15 news stories + KS2 writing challenges Each of these free writing activity sheets for KS2 and KS3 contain a hand-picked story from children’s current affairs magazine, The Week Junior. The accompanying creative resources that go with each news story are written by experienced teachers. We’ve made it so the activities can be used for 10-minute writing warm-ups and for homework, but you’ll […]

Doubling games cards

Doubling games – Card activity for KS1/2 maths These doubling games cards are a fantastic resource for teaching doubling up to 20. Each card features numbers displayed in ten-frames to help children visualise and internalise these key number facts. Designed with simplicity and effectiveness in mind, this doubling game encourage children to engage in active recall. This is crucial for embedding these facts […]

Geological timeline

Geological timeline – Cut-out and colour-in spiral activity This geological timeline spiral is a fun and engaging way to explore Earth’s history. Ideal for primary classrooms or at home, it helps children learn about the vast time periods and the animals and plants that lived in each one. The activity combines colouring, cutting and assembling into a hands-on project. Learn Earth’s history The […]

Maya civilisation KS2 history lesson plan

Maya civilisation KS2 – History lesson plan No one can say for certain why Maya city life came to a sudden end. That’s what makes this Maya civilisation KS2 lesson plan so intriguing… The Maya of Central America were, according to many historians, the most successful Mesoamerican (Stone Age) society, much more prolific than the Aztecs or Incas. Their society developed in […]

Inventions lesson plan

Inventions lesson plan – Space challenge resource pack In this Little Inventors lesson plan, students will learn about life in space then draw their invention ideas to make an astronaut’s life easier or more fun. The download contains: Learning objectives Sample inventions lesson plan activity Give children the Diary of an Astronaut activity sheet. Ask them to imagine they are an astronaut in […]

RSPB Birdwatch counting sheets

RSPB Birdwatch – 2025 school resources and survey sheets The RSPB Birdwatch is a UK-wide survey of birds. The Big Schools Birdwatch is a special school version of the initiative. Every year, 60,000 children take part, spending an hour outside recording the wildlife they see. RSPB Birdwatch 2025 dates The RSPB Birdwatch takes place during the spring term (early January to February half term). […]

Human rights KS2 lesson plan

Human rights KS2 – Teach pupils to stand up for their rights As a child, what are those rights and what can you do to uphold them? Phoebe Lill explores advocacy in this KS2 human rights lesson. As human beings, we all have fundamental rights and freedoms. Children need to understand this, know they have their own rights and learn to stand up for what is important […]

Welsh in Patagonia lesson plan

Welsh in Patagonia – Write reports about this cultural link Where would you expect to find Welsh language speakers? Swansea, Anglesey, Gwynedd? How about Patagonia in Argentina? When a simple, yet intriguing, fact popped up on my online newsfeed about a Welsh settlement in Patagonia, South America, it started a journey of discovery for me and my class. This led to outstanding geographical, historical, social […]

Happy children wearing school uniform

School uniform – How schools get it right and wrong We weigh up the pros and cons of school uniforms, from purportedly promoting equality and focus, to the financial burden on parents...

Scary adjectives list

Scary adjectives – Spine-tingling setting adjectives word bank Enhance your pupils’ descriptive writing skills with this scary adjectives PDF resource. Designed for teachers, this versatile word mat is perfect for helping children craft chilling and atmospheric settings that elevate their creative writing. The resource is packed with an extensive list of carefully selected scary adjectives. It’s ideal for expanding vocabulary and inspiring pupils […]

KS2 instruction writing project based on The Grinch Who Stole Christmas

KS2 instruction writing – How to steal Christmas (Grinch planning) This engaging KS2 instruction writing resource is perfect if you’re looking to bring a little creativity to your literacy lessons. Designed to cover key areas of the English curriculum, it provides a fun and interactive way for children to master the essential skills of writing clear and effective instructions. This project culminates in an exciting […]

Inspirational posters about the Paralympics

Inspirational posters – Quotes from Paralympic Games athetes Inspire your pupils with free downloadable inspirational posters featuring Paralympic athletes and memorable quotes about their sporting careers. The Paralympic Games has broken down barriers and changed perceptions of people with disabilities. The athletes’ stories of determination and perseverance strike a chord with many. Inspirational posters This download contains eight inspiration posters to print off […]

Area and perimeter games

Area and perimeter games – Maths activity for KS2 / KS3 This resource contains three area and perimeter games to play in your classroom. Always, sometimes, never game Cut out these cards and sort them into statements that you think are always true, sometimes true and never true. If you think sometimes, then explain when it is and when it isn’t true. If you think always […]

Inverted commas poster

Inverted commas – Classroom poster Inverted commas, also known as quotation marks or speech marks, are an essential part of the English curriculum. They are first introduced in KS2. We use them to punctuate direct speech, enclose quotations or highlight certain words or phrases, such as titles or ironic text. The national curriculum for English requires Year 3 pupils to […]

Expanded noun phrases examples

Expanded noun phrases examples – Poster & phrase builder This expanded noun phrases example download includes a poster and a phrase builder worksheet. Both resources make learning about expanded noun phrases engaging and accessible. Pupils will build confidence in their descriptive writing abilities. The poster is a visual aid that will support pupils in understanding the structure of expanded noun phrases. It clearly demonstrates […]

Row of empty smart shoes, representing supply teaching

Supply teaching – Benefits and how to make it work for you Thinking about supply teaching? This guide covers everything from key considerations and FAQs to the benefits of the role...

British history timeline KS2 printable classroom display

British history timeline KS2 – Printable classroom display This British history timeline KS2 resource is perfect if you want to create a display in your classroom. This carefully designed printable timeline provides a visual way for students to understand the key periods of British history, from the age of dinosaurs through to modern-day Britain. Each page of the timeline includes a vibrant colour […]

Diary of a Wimpy Kid activities

Diary of a Wimpy Kid activities – PDF of ideas These Diary of a Wimpy Kid activities will get students excited about the books while developing their literacy skills… The comic book format of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books makes them accessible and the perfect companion for reluctant readers. They’re bursting with laugh-out-loud moments and tackle important themes such as bullying and family […]

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