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Teacher dress code – advice from a deputy head Ben Connor on dress codes for teachers, and why wearing trainers to work isn’t a hill worth dying on...

KS2 science – genetics and inheritance activity with Mr Men Figure out how characteristics are passed on through families with the help of the Mr Men...

Explanation text examples for KS2

Explanation text examples – Water cycle for KS2 Use this example from education consultant Aidan Severs to help teach your class the features of an explanation text, and how to write one of their own

Primary history curriculum – how to build learning year-on-year Connect past, present and future, and help pupils build on history learning throughout primary school

Five Minute Box

Review – Ten Minute Box A little suitcase that packs a punch for bite-size but effective literacy learning… If you are looking for a systematic and individualised intervention programme for maximising learning potential that can be used alongside any phonics scheme, then Ten Minute Box offers a structured and cumulative curriculum with multisensory support second to none. This adaptable and […]

School child practising handwriting

Collins

Review – Collins Happy Handwriting Help children master this essential skill, with all the resources you need ready-made… The digitally-savvy are always having a swipe at handwriting, bemoaning it as a redundant language skill. But it is still hugely relevant, and learning to write the specific English orthographic patterns plays a critical role in composition and the generation of creative […]

Classroom contract – how to write one and make it work Make your classroom run like a well-oiled machine using classroom contracts to structure who does what, and when...

Real wellbeing allows for a creative curriculum and empathetic children at this school An understanding of the natural world and exposure to culture are top priorities for Glade Primary

Scarlett Fife books by Maz Evans

Hachette Children’s Group

Free Scarlett Fife learning resources for KS1-2 Help teach KS1 and 2 about coping with big feelings such as anger and worries in an entertaining and accessible way with these free learning resources for the Scarlett Fife series. The Exploding Life of Scarlett Fife and The Wobbly Life of Scarlett Fife are the new books in the hilarious series about handling BIG […]

Scarlett Fife teaching resources

Free Scarlett Fife learning resources for KS1-2 Help teach KS1 and 2 about coping with big feelings such as anger and worries in an entertaining and accessible way with these free learning resources for the Scarlett Fife series. The Exploding Life of Scarlett Fife and The Wobbly Life of Scarlett Fife are the new books in the hilarious series about handling BIG […]

School pupil using Maths-Whizz on laptop

Addressing lost learning with Maths-Whizz Headteacher Stella Formosa explains why we must focus on crucial knowledge in order to address lost learning… Expert profile Name: Stella Formosa Job title: Headteacher, Chesterton Primary Area of expertise: Organisation and developing staff to build a team of experts that deliver crucial knowledge and prioritise learning effectively Best part of my job: Seeing children […]

Novels by Ele Fountain including Fake

Pushkin Children’s Books

How to use FAKE by Ele Fountain in KS2 Imagine a world where your only friends are virtual, and big tech companies control access to food, healthcare and leisure. This is Jess’s world. But when she turns fourteen, Jess can go to school with other children for the first time. Most of them hate the ‘real’ world, but Jess begins to question whether the […]

Books for topics KS2 – The Uprising Make friends with Carrot the Parrot and the Santander children as they explore the distant city of Crucxia in this gripping middle-grade tale from Eirlys Hunter

Art in primary schools – separating myths from truths Misconceptions about art are rife in primary education, so Sophie Merrill sorts out the facts from the fiction...

RE lesson plan KS2 – Noah and Nuh Events in the Bible and Quran can show children how different religions can share a similar worldview

Primary resources from CGP+

CGP Books

CGP+ has thousands of super primary resources – from the UK’s number one! Introducing CGP+ from the UK’s number one educational publisher For over 25 years, CGP Books has helped millions of students succeed in school, and teachers have trusted them to cover the curriculum perfectly. Their range now includes over 1000 bestselling products, and in 2022 they launched CGP+… CGP+ has thousands of online teaching resources for […]

SEND review green paper – an explainer How will the government’s enquiry into special educational needs and disabilities really affect primary schools?

Class of children holding tablets, using Discovery Education Espresso

Discovery Education

Why I love… the updated Discovery Education Espresso platform Nicole McLean, Y6 teacher, explains how the updated Discovery Education Espresso platform provides exciting digital content, time-saving resources and useful tools… How are you finding the changes to the Espresso platform? The content is now displayed very clearly and it’s easy for teachers and pupils to navigate. The new search function is simple to use and […]

Discovery Education

Why I Love… Discovery Education Health and Relationships Sarah Anyan, class teacher and PSHE subject leader, shares why Discovery Education Health and Relationships is her go-to-resource for primary RSHE About me Name: Sarah AnyanJob role: Year 4 teacher and PSHE subject leaderSchool: Iveson Primary in Leeds How did you discover the programme? When the new RSHE curriculum was launched, we started looking for […]

Ultimate Activity Camps

An easy way for teaching staff to earn extra money in the holidays For teaching staff the school holidays are a very welcome and needed break after a busy term of teaching, class preparations and pastoral care for the children they teach. With several weeks break in the summer, once the oh-so-necessary relaxation, recovery and holiday trip has been enjoyed, and updating lesson plans ticked off the list… […]

Poetry in primary schools – how to build an effective curriculum I’m starting with a confession: I’ve been meaning to write this piece for more than two terms...

KS2 reading books – The Life and Time of Lonny Quicke discussion notes and activity ideas The Life and Time of Lonny Quicke by Kirsty Applebaum is a captivating story based on a fascinating premise: what if someone had the power to extend the lives of others – but only at the cost of shortening their own? It’s a tale that will keep readers gripped, and leave them with plenty to […]

Rosa Parks activities KS2 – educator guide Packed with information and insight, It’s Her Story: Rosa Parks by Lauren Burke is a short but comprehensive graphic novel about Rosa Parks’ life – and runner-up in the non-fiction category of the Teach Primary Book Awards 2021. The book helps readers to understand just how brave and transformative Rosa Parks’ act of rebellion was, […]

Non fiction texts KS2 – Be inspired by Dara Ó Briain As well as being full of fascinating information, lots of factual books are laugh-out-loud funny. Authors know that humour can be a key way of explaining their ideas and keeping their reader interested in some very deep and potentially challenging topics. Is There Anybody Out There? by Dara Ó Briain, is one such book – […]

The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh resources

The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh – Teaching resources Helen Rutter’s novel, The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh, was the deserved winner of the KS2 category of the Teach Primary Book Awards. Author Helen Rutter appeared on episode 17 of the Author in your Classroom podcast. This accompanying resources pack comes from our friends at literacy website Plazoom. It contains: Children will have the chance to […]

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