Enlighten the magical adventure story of Kensuke’s Kingdom with this four lesson diary writing unit. Previously used in Year 5, this unit is easily adaptable across Key Stage 2. Each lesson comes with a detailed lesson plan with a starter, main input, main activity and plenary. There is also a PowerPoint with questions for the first 3 chapters of the story. Children will explicitly learn about using adverbials, conjunctions, subordinate clauses, relative clauses, main clauses, different sentence types (simple, compound, complex), speech (direct and reported). Used successfully for observations, these lessons have been rated Outstanding by experienced leadership teams. Lesson 1 L.O.: to write using a range of cohesive devices, including adverbials. Success Criteria: I can summarise the main ideas of a text I can include thoughts and feelings of the main character I can use exciting vocabulary I can use adverbs and adverbial openers in my writing Lesson 2 L.O.: to write using a range of cohesive devices Success Criteria: I can use the layout of a recount I will go into most detail about main events I will include my thoughts and feelings I will describe my experiences and think about what will happen in the future I will use language features such as similes and metaphors to create an image for the reader. Lesson 3 L.O.: To be able to write a dialogue between characters using correct speech rules. Success Criteria: I can use the layout of a conversation I will go into most detail about the main events I will include my thoughts and feelings I will describe my experiences and think about what will happen in the future I will use language features such as similes and metaphors to create an image for the reader Lesson 4 (could be spread over two lessons) L.O.: To be able to write using a range of clause structures, varying their position within a sentence. Success Criteria: Creating atmosphere and using dialogue to advance exciting action and creating the character’s personality. Selecting vocabulary that reflects the theme Using a range of cohesive devices to create flow Using passive and modal verbs Using adverbs, prepositional phrases and noun phrases effectively Using correct speech punctuation Spelling most words correctly This unit includes: ✸ x4 Lesson plans ✸ x4 PowerPoints ✸ x4 Writing planning pages ✸ Adverbs word mat ✸ Feelings word mat ✸ Cohesive devices activity ✸ Conjunction types ✸ Diary writing checklist ✸ Alternatives to Said word mat UKS2 KS2 Y5 Y6 y4 interview observation nqt novel english literacy Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Light up your RE lessons with these 7 Buddhism RE Lessons! Great for a whole term, these seven lessons cover all the children need to know about the beliefs of Buddhists. Created for Key Stage 2, these lessons are easily adaptable for Key Stage 1 too. Children will create a storyboard, prayer flags, three baskets of wisdom, the Four Noble Truths, a hand of the Five Moral Concepts, a wheel of the Eight-Fold Path, Wesak festival light bulbs. This unit contains a bumper pack of 70 PowerPoint slides altogether, 7 pages of lesson plans and 12 resource sheets. Resources included: ★ x7 lesson plans ★ x7 PowerPoints (one for each lesson) ★ Life of Siddhartha Gautama - Worksheet ★ Life of Siddhartha Gautama - Completed Example ★ Prayer Flags - Worksheet ★ Prayer Flags - Completed Example ★ Three Baskets Worksheet ★ Four Noble Truths - Worksheet ★ Four Noble Truths - Completed Example ★ Five Moral Precepts - Worksheet ★ Five Moral Precepts - Completed Example ★ Noble Eight-Fold Path - Worksheet ★ Noble Eight-Fold Path - Completed Example ★ Wesak Buddhist Festival of Light - Worksheet Lesson 1: L.O. To learn about the background of the Buddhist faith and that Siddhartha Gautama is known as the Buddha Lesson 2: L.O. To learn about how and where Buddhists worship Lesson 3: L.O. To learn about the sacred book of Buddhism, Tripitaka Lesson 4: L.O. To learn about the Four Noble Truths. Lesson 5: L.O. To learn about the Five Moral Precepts. Lesson 6: L.O. To learn about the Noble Eight-Fold Path. Lesson 7: L.O. To learn about Buddhist celebrations. Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com KS2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 RE religious education buddhist buddhism

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Two PowerPoint lessons suitable for Key Stage 2 about food chains. PowerPoints and activities (including SEN) included. year 4 y3 y4 y5 y6 ks2 ks3 outstanding interview lesson ofsted nqt food webs for kids examples food chains worksheet lesson ppt examples food chains year 4

Elevate your geography lessons with this Key Stage 2 lesson focusing on Human and Physical Features. This resource provides a comprehensive package, featuring a lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, and engaging activity sheets. Designed to cultivate a deep understanding, students will learn to identify and differentiate between human and physical geographical features on a map. The lesson uses practical application, as children employ their newfound skills to create their own map. For added challenge, an extension activity prompts the identification of features on a map of London using compass points. Resource Highlights: ★ Lesson Plan: A detailed guide for a seamless teaching experience. ★ PowerPoint: An engaging visual aid to reinforce concepts and spark curiosity. ★ Activity Sheets: Thoughtfully designed sheets for interactive and hands-on learning. ★ Practical Application: Move beyond theory as students create their own maps with identified features. ★ Extension Activity: Challenge students with an additional task that explores features on a map of London using compass points. You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 RAINFOREST Geography Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons ☆ KS2 France Geography Unit - 5 outstanding lessons fully resourced ☆ KS1 Piet Mondrian Painting - Outstanding Art Lesson Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Human Features, Physical Features, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Map Identification, London Map, Compass Points, Education.

Transform your classroom into a hub of creativity with our comprehensive Design and Technology lessons focused on crafting captivating pop-up storybooks. This D&T resource encompasses everything you need, from detailed lesson plans to engaging PowerPoints and resource sheets. Lesson Objectives: Investigate and evaluate how lever and linkage mechanisms function in products, using technical vocabulary to understand their role in pop-up storybooks. Practice creating pop-up mechanisms and plan the use of materials and processes effectively. Practice creating lever and linkage systems and plan the use of materials and processes effectively. Write a draft of a story using an outline plan and storybook criteria, using simple graphical communication techniques. Measure, mark out cut out and shape a range of materials using appropriate tools and techniques. Join and combine components accurately. To assess my finished book against the original design criteria and reflect on the design and making process. Files included: ★ x6 PowerPoints for each lesson ★ x6 Lesson plans ★ Pop-Up Books Questionnaire ★ x3 Outline plans (differentiated) ★ x6 Table guides ★ Slider mechanism templates ★ Box fold object ★ Prepared text for lower ability pupils ★ Story planning sheet ★ Story prompts ★ Evaluation sheet ★ Storyboard ★ Example pictures Customer Support: We’re here to assist you. If you encounter any challenges or have specific requests related to this resource, don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: If you find this resource valuable, share your feedback through a review, and we’ll express our gratitude by offering you a resource of your choice for FREE! Simply send us your purchase receipt along with a screenshot of your review. Tags: ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 story book D&T

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This ‘Who was Jesus?’ RE unit is perfect to use across a half term and is a great way to delve into the stories of Christianity and understand the Bible. Children will learn all about the life of Jesus and how he took upon himself different roles throughout the Bible. These five lessons are perfect to be used during a half term, with some flexibility for additional lessons or other school activities. They are fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans provided. Created by an experienced Religious Education subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. Included is: 5 PowerPoints Storyboard - How Jesus reached out to so many people through Storytelling Completed storyboard - How Jesus reached out to so many people through Storytelling Postcard template - Feeding the 5000 Storyboard - Feeding the Five Thousand Pictures of Jesus in different roles The Roles and Attributes of Jesus worksheet 5 lesson plans Lessons: Recognise that Jesus was a historical figure but there is no authentic visual image of Him. Understand how a person’s personal beliefs about Jesus can be reflected in the pictures that they create. Consider and present other people’s views on Jesus. Consider what other things I would like to know about Jesus. Learn more about the life of Jesus and appreciate that everyone has different views on Jesus. Present information on Jesus incorporating my own personal beliefs. KS1 KS2 LKS2 UKS2 Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y1 Y2 outstanding ofsted observation Christian Christianity Bible god

Ideal for transition activities, supply teachers, a gap lesson, an end of year activity or just for a display. This PowerPoint provides step-by-step instructions for children to create their own 3D word art using an inspirational word ‘This lesson has been a life saver! What an enjoyable lesson.’ This outstanding word art lesson is ideal for a transition activity, supply teachers, a gap lesson, an end of year activity or just for a display. Children will study a range of artists who use words in their artwork, then create some 3D word artwork of their own. You can use this lesson flexibly from 30 minutes to an hour. You will get: ✸ A PowerPoint with step-by-step instructions ✸ Lesson plan L.O. To be able to create my own word art. Success Criteria: I understand what ‘3D’ and ‘perspective’ means I can use pattern to make my artwork stand out. I am inspired by word artists and can share my opinion on a range of artwork. ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 y7 y8 y9 y10 lks2 uks2 back to school Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com .

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This English writing unit is a great way to learn about the Stone Age using the popular book, Stone Age Boy. Suitable for Lower Key Stage 2, this unit includes 15 lessons with planning, PowerPoints and resources. This zip file includes 50 files in total. Lesson Objectives: To be able to understand how a character feels To be describe setting and characters form the Stone Age To research an activity during the Stone Age period gather To write an set of instructions for a Stone Age activity To express time and place using conjunctions To create a Stone Age animal fact file To contrast the present and the Stone Age To use a consistent past tense throughout my writing To place events from a story in chronological order To create a diary entry as Stone Age Boy To create a diary entry as Stone Age Boy To use a Thesaurus to find key words. To create a story plan for an alternative ending. To create a story plan for an alternative ending. To create a problem for my story Not sure? Try the first week of planning, PowerPoints and resources for free: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12113655 Instructions story fact file non chronological report Year 3 Year 4 Y3 Y4 English reading writing outstanding fiction novel study

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com An outstanding rated maths lesson based around place value investigations. Based upon a carousel of activities to promote understanding and mastery of place value. Full 1 hour lesson. Interview Lesson ofsted observation uks2 ks2 reasoning problem solving

This unit will take your students on a journey to West Africa, where they will discover the origins, achievements, and legacy of the Benin Kingdom. They will learn about the culture, religion, art, and trade of the Edo people, as well as the causes and consequences of the kingdom’s destruction by the British. They will also investigate how historians use different sources of evidence to learn about Benin’s past and present. This unit includes: ☆ 6 detailed lesson plans with clear learning objectives, success criteria, and differentiation ideas ☆* 6 informative and interactive PowerPoint presentations with stunning images and animations ☆ A comprehensive word bank with key vocabulary and definitions ☆ A range of worksheets and resources to support students’ learning and assessment ☆ A final project where students write an information text about the Kingdom of Benin This unit is aligned with the National Curriculum for history and covers the following skills and knowledge: ☆ Locating Benin on a map and placing it in a chronological framework ☆ Describing and explaining the features and achievements of the Benin Kingdom ☆ Comparing and contrasting life in Benin with life in Britain at the same time ☆ Evaluating the impact of trade and contact with other cultures on Benin ☆ Explaining the reasons and effects of the British invasion of Benin ☆ Analysing and interpreting different types of historical sources ☆ Communicating historical knowledge and understanding using appropriate terminology This unit is suitable for KS2 students (ages 7-11) and can be adapted to suit different abilities and interests. It can be used as a standalone topic or as part of a wider study of African history and culture.

A resourced and planned unit for World War II, suitable for Year 3 / Year 4. 5 weeks of work, but each lesson could easily be extended. Each lesson has a PowerPoint presentaion and detailed planning. A matching assembly script is also included and a blitz art lesson. Children will have the opportunity to discuss, think carefully about issues to do with citizenship or PSHE, and write diary entries and a biography. UKS2 WWI unit also available. Lessons: Britain in the 1930s / introducing WWII Bombing raids and air raid shelters Evacuees / evacuation Rationing Anne Frank How the war ended and the UN (United Nations) Bonus Blitz art lesson WW2 WWII ks2 lks2 y3 y4 outstanding world war two world war 2

These reading comprehension sheets are designed for Key Stage 2 (KS2) students and are based on the popular book, The Iron Man by Ted Hughes. Each chapter has 30 questions based around Vocabulary, Inference, Prediction, Explanation, Retrieval and Summarising (VIPERS) to help students improve their reading comprehension skills. This bumper pack of worksheets include 150 questions and their answers on a separate document. These worksheets also incorporate retrieval practice, which has been shown to be a highly effective way of improving memory and recall. By regularly practicing recalling information from memory, students can better retain and understand the material they are studying. These outstanding comprehension sheets are perfect for teachers looking to support their KS2 students in developing their reading comprehension skills. They can be used as part of a classroom lesson or as homework assignments. With VIPERS and retrieval practice included, these sheets provide a comprehensive approach to reading comprehension that will benefit students of all abilities.

Discover the captivating world of collage art with our insightful lesson plan and PowerPoint presentation. This lesson delves into the realm of texture and pattern creation, equipping students with the skills to craft visually captivating collages. In this lesson, students will: ☆ Embrace the concept of collage art and its components. ☆ Discover suitable background materials for their projects. ☆ Combine textures and colours that align with their chosen themes. ☆ Develop techniques for securing materials and layering textures. Key elements of this lesson include: ☆ A comprehensive starter that introduces the concept of collage art, focusing on texture, colour, and pattern. ☆ A main activity where students actively create textured backgrounds for their collages, with a central station offering an array of materials. ☆ Additional activity suggestions for enhancing details using threads, wool, beads, and more. ☆ A reflective plenary segment to evaluate students’ progress and encourage peer sharing. ☆ Assessment strategies encompassing material application, colour and texture choices, as well as peer interaction. ☆ Vocabulary integration to deepen students’ understanding of key artistic concepts. Included: A detailed lesson plan and an engaging PowerPoint presentation. Great for supply teachers, transition or just a one off collage lesson for primary aged pupils. Tags: KS2, KS1, artist study, one off, back to school, transition, supply, outstanding, observation, ofsted, water theme, interview, easy to follow

Need a lesson all about tornadoes? This practical lesson is an outstanding way to teach children about how tornadoes are formed using easy to source materials. This lesson comes with a detailed lesson plan, PowerPoint, worksheets, word bank, extension task and plenary. Files included: ✸ Lesson plan ✸ PowerPoint ✸ Pictures of tornado in a cup ✸ Extension task ✸ Word bank L.O. To become familiar with what a tornado is and how it is formed. Success Criteria: I can create a tornado in a glass using lemonade and salt. I can use the practical task to explain how a tornado is formed and how it works. I can create quiz style questions for the class based on tornadoes and using books from the reading corner. **Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Tags: interview ofsted ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 humanities atlas map mapping weather climate nqt ect interview Climate change Weather Travel and tourism What is Geography Structure of the earth extreme earth earthquakes world uk tornadoes for kids tornados facts worksheet tornadoes lesson explanation ppt assessment

A full set of English ticklists for each genre, including different forms of narratives, poetry, postcards. Great for creating your LO and success criteria, using as a base for planning and teacher/self/peer assessment. 36 different ticklists. * Acrostic poems * Adventure stories * Autobiography * Balanced argument * Biography * Character description * Classic and modern poetry * Descriptive writing * Dialogues * Diary * Explanation * Fable * Formal letter * Ghost story * Information text KS1 * Information text KS2 * Instructions KS1 * Instructions KS2 * Legends * Letters * Lists * Myths * Newspaper articles * Non-Chronological Reports * Persuasive leaflets * Persuasive letters * Playscript * Poems on a common theme * Postcards * Recount KS1 * Recounts KS2 * Riddles * Story KS1 * Story KS2 * Taking notes * Traditional tales Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com key stage 1 key stage 2 y3 y4 y5 y6 lks2 uks2 writing english literacy assessment

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Get stitching with this Bayeux Tapestry art unit! Perfect for those studying Medieval times or art through the ages, children will find out about the Norman Conquest of England in 1066 whilst practising their fabric artistry skills. Children will plan, design and create a piece of art that represents a section of the Bayeux Tapestry from felt and stitching, learning the skills of stitching and applique and comparing this to the modern day artistry of embroidery. Each PowerPoint is easy to follow and guides the teacher through from starter, main input to task and plenary. Resources included: x5 lesson plans x5 PowerPoints (one for each lesson) Templates to trace and cut out Pictures of the Bayeux Tapestry for inspiration Lesson 1 L.O To experiment with creating art work using fabric and stitch. Lesson 2 L.O. To plan a design inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry. L.O. Use applique to attach fabric together. Success Criteria: I can try using fabric and the technique of stitching. I can thread a needle. I can secure a thread. I can try to create different effects with stitch (some neat, some messy). Lesson 3 L.O To create a stitching plan. L.O. To create a story through fabric. Success Criteria: I can draw a simple, bold design. I can add clear, individual stitches in colour. I can select areas to create with applique. Lesson 4 and 5 L.O To create story scenes in fabric, inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry. Success Criteria: I can be accurate (tracing / cutting / stitching). I can explain my colour choices (felt and thread) I can thread my needle I can secure my thread I can stitch Whole planning unit written by experienced KS2 teacher, rated Outstanding. normandy war medieval times history art historical art artists study fabric embroider year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 key stage 2 key stage two

Need an easy-to-follow Ancient Egyptian unit including planning, PowerPoints and worksheets? Look no further! Children will learn all above Ancient Egypt from the basics of location and time period to Ancient Egyptian traditions and culture. These seven lessons are perfect to be used during a half term and are flexible to be used in any order. They are fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans provided. Created by an experienced Geography and History subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. Resources included: ✸ x7 Lesson Plans ✸ x7 PowerPoints ✸ Blank map of the world ✸ Blank timeline ✸ Building pictures for timeline ✸ Picture clue sheet ✸ Timeline events ✸ Blank map of Egypt ✸ Guidance sheet for Ancient Egyptian society activity ✸ Questions for an Ancient Egyptian slave ✸ Hieroglypics alphabet ✸ x3 Mummification sheets (differentiated 3 ways) ✸ Number system ✸ Egyptian maths workbook ✸ Hook ideas Lesson 1 L.O. To locate Egypt on a map of the World. L.O. To locate the Ancient Egyptian period on a time line. Success Criteria: I can identify Egypt on a map of the world and describe its location. I can say when the Ancient Egyptian period was and place it on a timeline with other important historical periods. I can recall some significant events of the Ancient Egyptian period. Lesson 2 L.O. To recognise the importance of the River Nile to Ancient Egyptians. Success Criteria: I know the Nile was an important source of water and made the land fertile for farming in Egypt, as well as being used for transportation. I know the different seasons connected to the River Nile in Ancient Egypt. Lesson 3 L.O. To understand how Ancient Egyptian society was organised. L.O. To know why pyramids were built. Success Criteria: I know that Egyptian society was hierarchical with the Pharaoh as the divine ruler. I understand that beneath the pharaoh, there were different levels of society. I can explain why the pyramids were built. Lesson 4 L.O. To understand why the pyramids at Giza are considered a wonder of the world. Success Criteria: I can give reasons why the Pyramids at Giza are a wonder of the world. Lesson 5 L.O. To be able to use Hieroglyphics to create an image. Success Criteria: I can say why hieroglyphics were used in Ancient Egypt. I can copy and design my own tomb painting using hieroglyphics. y3 y4 y5 y6 lks2 uks2 year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 geography topic humanities unit lessons atlases atlas features year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 ofsted inspection observation sen la ma ha differentiated home learning remote learning Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Prepare your Year 6 students for SATs Reading success while having a blast with our innovative Y6 SATs Reading Question Guide. This dynamic 18-slide PowerPoint presentation not only breaks down the types of questions found in the SATs reading paper but also infuses humor and emojis to make learning enjoyable and engaging. Our SATs Reading Question Guide is designed to captivate young learners with its interactive and entertaining approach. By incorporating humor and emojis, we ensure that the top tips for answering each question type are presented in a way that resonates with students, making the learning process both effective and enjoyable. Inside this comprehensive guide, your students will discover a range of question types commonly encountered in the SATs reading exam. From decoding inference questions to unraveling the secrets of retrieval questions, our PowerPoint empowers students with proven strategies and techniques to tackle each question with confidence. Let the power of humor and emojis unlock your students’ full potential as they navigate the complexities of the SATs reading paper. Equip them with the skills they need to succeed while igniting their enthusiasm for learning. With our Y6 SATs Reading Question Guide, learning becomes an exciting adventure that guarantees improved comprehension and mastery of SATs reading questions. Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com revision gps literacy english

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This outstanding science unit on electricity is specifically designed for KS2 students and covers a range of essential topics such as circuits, current, power, conductors, insulators, batteries, switches, light bulbs, and safety. With seven detailed lesson plans, this resource provides a comprehensive overview of electricity, engaging activities, and assessments to ensure students develop a solid understanding of the subject. Overview of Lessons 1 to 7: Lesson 1: In this introductory lesson, students will learn to recognize electrical devices and identify their power sources. They will engage in sorting activities, examine devices’ power usage, and explore alternative power sources, including renewable energy options. Lesson 2: Students will learn how to create and record electric circuits using the correct components and connections. They will experiment with lighting bulbs and other components, accurately drawing circuit diagrams to demonstrate their understanding. Lesson 3: This lesson focuses on explaining the operation of electrical circuits using models. Students will participate in a physical model of a circuit, understand the flow of electricity, and create annotated drawings to explain circuit behavior and component functions. Lesson 4: Students will develop skills in identifying and correcting problems in circuits. They will analyze circuit diagrams, recognize incomplete circuits, identify causes of malfunctions, and describe the necessary modifications to make circuits work correctly. Lesson 5: The function and operation of switches in electrical circuits will be explored in this lesson. Students will learn how switches control the flow of electricity, create circuits with switches, and accurately record their circuits using labeled drawings. Lesson 6: In this lesson, students will investigate conductors and insulators. They will identify materials that allow or prevent the flow of electricity, explore the properties of different materials, and understand the importance of using appropriate conductors and insulators in circuits. Lesson 7: The final lesson focuses on the safety aspects of working with electricity. Students will learn about electrical hazards, safety precautions, and responsible behavior when using electrical devices. They will understand the importance of electrical safety to protect themselves and others. With these comprehensive lesson plans, engaging activities, and thorough assessments, this KS2 Electricity resource provides educators with a complete package to teach the fundamentals of electricity effectively. Tags: ks2 ks3 electric circuit physics y3 y4 y5 y6 mains and battery dangers of electricity year 4 year 6 facts worksheets planning vocabulary assessment display national curriculum questions interview observation ofsted

These two PowerPoints explain how words can hurt others and encourage children to think before they speak. Children will also have some reflection time at the end of the assembly to think about what they have learnt and what they can do next. These hurtful words assemblies are a fantastic way to introduce children to the value of friendship and how to show kindness to otheres. You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class. You will receive a 14-slide PowerPoint and a 12-slide PowerPoint. This assembly is interactive and involves the children to make sure they are engaged and interested. Key features of Assembly 1: ✸ Thinking about the ‘Sticks and Stones’ saying. Is it true? ✸ Best and worst things people have said to you ✸ What happens when you speak thoughtlessly ✸ Times when people hurt others ✸ People’s reactions (face-to-face and online) ✸ Reflection: Saying positive things ✸ Reflection: Thinking before we speak Key features of Assembly 2: ✸ Using an apple to symbolise the power of mean words ✸ Thinking about what you can do if you are upset by someone’s words ✸ Using toothpaste to symbolise the impossible task of taking back hurtful words ✸ Example video to show how powerful words can be ✸ Reflection: words are powerful key stage 1 y1 y2 y3 y4 y5 y6 citizenship pshe british values trust behaviour assembly worship Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com