The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
Back to School FREEBIE! A PDF featuring a phone template for children to draw themselves at the start of the year and another template for them to write what they have been doing over the summer. A nice introductory template for the first day back!
Back to school
All about me
Transition
Ice breakers
Welcome back
11 posters for Elements of Art:
Colour
Form
Line
Lines in space
Pattern
Textiles
Tone
Tone creating tissue paper
What lines can do
Tonal Effects
Tone
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Enhance your Design and Technology curriculum with our extensive 153-page PDF booklet of worksheets, carefully designed to support a whole school scheme of work. This invaluable resource progressively challenges students as they delve into exciting projects covering a wide range of topics.
Inside this comprehensive package, you’ll find an array of engaging worksheets for designing, investigating, planning, and evaluating. Each project is thoughtfully crafted to provide students with hands-on learning experiences and foster their problem-solving skills.
Projects included in this bundle:
Moving pictures
Playground equipment
Fruit salad
Homes
Teddy vehicles
Puppets
Winding toys
Coats
Healthy snack packaging
Sandwiches
Moving monsters
Photograph frames
Money containers
Pop-up book
Alarms
Lights
Musical instruments
Bread
Moving toys
Biscuits
A shelter
Slippers
Fairground ride
Controllable vehicle
Equip your students with the tools they need to develop their creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through exciting D&T projects. This resource is perfect for educators seeking to implement a cohesive and engaging scheme of work. Don’t miss out on this must-have collection of D&T worksheets!
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Discover the brilliance of Katsushika Hokusai’s art with our engaging lesson. Children will learn his techniques and create their own “Great Wave” using pastels.
Unveil the captivating world of Katsushika Hokusai’s artistry through our dynamic art lesson centered around his iconic woodblock print, “The Great Wave Off Kanagawa.” This comprehensive resource is designed to empower students with a deep understanding of Hokusai’s artistic techniques, specifically focusing on his masterful use of colour and movement.
This product includes:
☆ Detailed lesson plan
☆ 22-slide PowerPoint
☆ Step-by-step instructions
☆ Real examples of children’s work
In this lesson:
Introduction:
Introduce students to the renowned Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai and his remarkable contributions to landscape art.
Main Input:
Guide students through an interactive exploration of “The Great Wave Off Kanagawa.” Analyse Hokusai’s colour choices and the sense of motion he portrayed in this iconic print.
Main Activity
Empower students to channel their inner artists by creating their own interpretations of “The Great Wave.” Utilising pastel crayons, students will experiment with multiple shades, blending techniques, and strategic layering to capture the essence of Hokusai’s wave.
Plenary Discussion:
Encourage students to showcase their unique creations and engage in a constructive peer feedback session. This promotes a collaborative learning environment and allows students to reflect on their artistic journey.
Educational Benefits:
☆ Enhances art appreciation and creativity.
☆ Develops critical analysis skills through art interpretation.
☆ Fosters collaboration and peer learning.
☆ Encourages experimentation with various artistic techniques.
Bring the captivating world of Katsushika Hokusai’s artistry to your classroom and provide your students with an enriching and memorable art lesson experience. Perfect for educators seeking to engage their students in a meaningful exploration of art and culture.
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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.
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Discover the world of line drawing techniques with our comprehensive Paul Klee lesson. Dive into the realm of diverse lines, pencil pressures, and their subtle yet impactful artistic effects.
In this lesson:
☆ Introduction to sketchbooks and their uses.
☆ Analysis of Paul Klee’s line usage.
☆ Practical demonstration of creating light lines.
☆ Guided sketchbook activities for hands-on learning.
☆ Optional observational drawing using newfound skills.
☆ Plenary for constructive peer feedback and artwork display.
☆ Clearly defined success criteria and relevant vocabulary.
☆ Assessment through thoughtful sketchbook review.
Included in this product:
★ Lesson plan
★ PowerPoint
★ Key questions about Paul Klee
★ Examples of student work
Empower students to broaden their artistic abilities. A valuable resource for educators seeking a comprehensive art lesson.
Do you want to teach your students how to paint with geometric blocks of primary colours in the style of Piet Mondrian? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes everything you need to teach this topic in a creative and interactive way.
This resource pack contains:
★ A detailed lesson plan that outlines the learning objective, success criteria, starter activity, main input, main activity, differentiation, plenary and item list.
★ A PowerPoint presentation that supports the main input and plenary, with text boxes for the teacher to read and key questions to ask the students. It also includes images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques.
★ Piet Mondrian painting question sheets that help the students to observe and describe some paintings by Piet Mondrian, an artist who used geometric shapes and primary colours to create abstract art. The sheets have some questions to test the students’ understanding and appreciation of the paintings. You can use these sheets as worksheets or as discussion prompts.
★ Piet Mondrian template. You can use this template as a reference or print it out and give it to lower ability students.
This resource pack is suitable for Key Stage 1 students and covers the following skills and knowledge:
★ How to divide a paper into rectangular sections using a pencil and ruler.
★ How to paint blocks of a single colour without mixing into other colours, using only red, yellow and blue.
★ How to use black lines to border each section, creating a contrast and a neat finish.
★ How to observe and describe paintings that use geometric shapes and primary colours.
This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your students to explore and experiment with painting with geometric blocks of primary colours. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lesson a masterpiece!
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Are you looking for a fun and engaging lesson on painting with different brushstrokes for your key stage 1 pupils? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes everything you need to teach this topic in a creative and interactive way.
This resource pack contains:
★ A detailed lesson plan that outlines the learning objective, success criteria, starter activity, main input, main activity, differentiation, plenary and item list.
★ A PowerPoint presentation that supports the main input and plenary, with key questions to ask the pupils. It also includes images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques.
★ A vocabulary picture matching sheet that helps the pupils to learn some words related to painting, such as brushes, thick, painting, palette, bristles, primary colours, thin, gentle, brushstrokes, handle.
★ A challenge vocabulary matching sheet that tests the pupils’ understanding of some words related to painting, such as colour, shade, stroke, etc. The pupils need to match the word/picture to the definition.
This resource pack is suitable for Key Stage 1 children and covers the following skills and knowledge:
★ How to rinse and clean a paintbrush using water and a paper towel.
★ How to use the dip, dip, dab method to apply paint, using water, paint and a palette.
★ How to make a range of marks by stroking the brush on the paper, such as curved, straight, dotted, etc.
★ How to use different colours and shades to create different effects.
★ How to observe and describe paintings that use different techniques and colours.
This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your pupils to explore and experiment with painting with different brushstrokes. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lesson a masterpiece!
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Are you looking for a fun and engaging lesson on painting with a paintbrush for your key stage 1 pupils? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes everything you need to teach this topic in a creative and interactive way.
This resource pack contains:
★ A detailed lesson plan that outlines the learning objective, success criteria, starter activity, main input, main activity, differentiation, plenary and item list.
★ A PowerPoint presentation that supports the main input and plenary, with text boxes for the teacher to read and key questions to ask the pupils. It also includes images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques.
★ Examples of paintings sheets that show some paintings that use different techniques and colours. You can use these sheets as a reference or print them out and display them in the classroom.
★ Questions about paintings sheet that contains some questions to test the pupils’ understanding and appreciation of the paintings. You can use this sheet as a worksheet or as a discussion prompt.
This resource pack is suitable for KS1 children and covers the following skills and knowledge:
☆ How to identify the parts of a paintbrush: the handle, the ferrule and the bristles.
☆ How to hold and use a paintbrush correctly, with a relaxed grip and the bristles pointing downwards.
☆ How to use the dip, dip, dab method to apply paint, using water, paint and a palette.
☆ How to create different shades of colours by adding more or less water or paint.
☆ How to observe and describe paintings that use different techniques and colours.
This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your pupils to explore and experiment with painting with a paintbrush. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lesson a masterpiece!
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This term, create some fantastic Christmas decorations with your class with this Christmas art unit!
Planned by an experienced art lead, this unit includes tips and tricks to help you deliver these lessons with ease.
Over four lessons (could be made into five or six lessons depending on time), children will design and create a clay and fabric Christmas decoration.
Lesson 1:
To explore and develop ideas
To design and make images and artefacts, trying out tools and techniques and applying these to materials and processes
Evaluate and develop their work
Lesson 2:
To design and make images and artefacts, trying out different tools and techniques.
Y2s -To practise and reinforce some of the sewing skills they learnt in Y1
Y1s - To introduce the running stitch and safe use of using a needle
This unit contains:
Detailed lesson plans
Example images of clay decorations
Example images of fabric decorations
Christmas images
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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.
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Discover the artistry of our ancestors with the Neolithic Cave Painting Art Lessons, tailored for KS2 students. This art package is designed to integrate the historical intrigue of the Stone Age with practical art skills.
Key Features:
☆ Fully Resourced: Comes with all necessary materials for each lesson, making it easy to engage students.
☆ Professionally Planned: Developed by an experienced art lead, the lessons are well-structured for effective learning.
☆ Visual Presentations: Each lesson includes a PowerPoint presentation to illustrate concepts and inspire students.
☆ History Meets Art: Perfectly complements a Key Stage 2 Stone Age curriculum, deepening students’ historical awareness through art.
Lesson Overview:
☆ Understanding Cave Paintings: Students investigate the ancient practice of cave painting, learning about its historical context and methods.
☆ Creating Cave Paintings: Students apply their knowledge by making their own cave paintings, starting with the background and adding their unique touch.
In these two lessons, students not only learn about Neolithic art but also experience the creative process firsthand. It’s an excellent way to combine art and history, providing a memorable educational experience that encourages curiosity about our prehistoric past. Suitable for the entire KS2 range, these lessons offer a meaningful exploration of both subjects.
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Explore the world of shading and colour mixing in these comprehensive art lessons.
Our resources include two detailed lesson plans and PowerPoint presentations.
Students will learn to mix paints to create unique shades of blue, then yellow and red, delve into the interplay of light and dark tones, and seek creative advice from their peers.
They will also learn the differences between powder paint and ready mixed paint and how to use them sensibly.
This engaging session encourages artistic growth while fostering a deep understanding of colour dynamics.
Objective 1: To increase awareness about shading and develop skills in colour mixing and painting.
Objective 2: To practise and develop skills in powder paint mixing and painting.
Success Criteria 1:
☆ Mix paints to produce at least three new shades of blue.
☆ Generate shades darker and lighter than the "pure blue.“
☆ Seek advice from classmates on recreating specific colours they find appealing.
Success Criteria 2:
☆ Mix powder with water to create paint.
☆ Aim for smooth paint consistency without lumps.
☆ Experiment with adding varying amounts of white to create new shades.
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Elevate your art curriculum with our Food Art Unit comprising 3 outstanding lessons. This comprehensive resource, suitable for both KS1 and KS2, has been thoughtfully planned by an experienced art lead. They can be taught over 5 lessons.
What’s included:
★ Detailed PowerPoints and lesson plans for each session.
★ Examples of work for inspiration.
★ Resource sheets
Key Objectives:
★ Develop line-making skills and create observational drawings from life with a keen focus on detail.
★ Learn the art of single and cross-hatching to achieve diverse artistic effects.
★ Utilise oil pastels to craft a vibrant fruity composition while applying the techniques learned.
★ Dive into the world of clay to craft miniature 3D pieces of fruit.
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Enhance your art lessons with this comprehensive Food Art Unit." It’s a fantastic resource for both KS1 and KS2, expertly planned for a creative and educational experience.
Do you want to teach your pupils how to paint with a paintbrush, different brushstrokes and geometric blocks of primary colours in a fun and engaging way? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes three outstanding art lessons that cover these topics in a creative and interactive way and are suitable for Key Stage 1 pupils.
This resource pack contains:
⍟ Three detailed lesson plans that outline the learning objectives, success criteria, starter activities, main inputs, main activities, differentiations, plenaries and item lists for each lesson.
⍟ Three PowerPoint presentations that support the main inputs and plenaries, with text boxes for the teacher to read and key questions to ask the pupils. They also include images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques for each lesson.
⍟ Vocabulary task sheets that help the pupils to learn some words related to painting, such as brushes, thick, painting, palette, bristles, primary colours, thin, gentle, brushstrokes, handle, colour, shade, stroke, etc. The sheets have tables with three columns: word, definition and example. The pupils need to match the words with their definitions and examples or fill in the missing columns for each lesson.
⍟ Examples of paintings sheets that show some paintings that use different techniques and colours. You can use these sheets as references or print them out and display them in the classroom for each lesson.
⍟ Three Piet Mondrian painting question sheets that help the pupils to observe and describe some paintings by Piet Mondrian, an artist who used geometric shapes and primary colours to create abstract art. The sheets have some questions to test the pupils’ understanding and appreciation of the paintings. You can use these sheets as worksheets or as discussion prompts for the third lesson.
⍟ Piet Mondrian templates that help the pupils to divide their paper into rectangular sections using a pencil and ruler. The templates have some dotted lines to guide the pupils. You can use these templates as references or print them out and give them to the pupils for the third lesson.
This resource pack is suitable for Key Stage One pupils and covers the following skills and knowledge:
☆ How to identify the parts of a paintbrush: the handle, the ferrule and the bristles.
☆ How to hold and use a paintbrush correctly, with a relaxed grip and the bristles pointing downwards.
☆ How to use the dip, dip, dab method to apply paint, using water, paint and a palette.
☆ How to create different shades of colours by adding more or less water or paint.
☆ How to rinse and clean a paintbrush using water and a paper towel.
☆ How to make a range of marks by stroking the brush on the paper, such as curved, straight, dotted, etc.
☆ How to use black lines to border each section, creating a contrast and a neat finish.
☆ How to divide a paper into rectangular sections using a pencil and ruler.
☆ How to paint blocks of a single colour without mixing into other colours, using only red, yellow and blue.
☆ How to observe and describe paintings that use different techniques and colours.
This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your pupils to explore and experiment with painting with a paintbrush, different brushstrokes and geometric blocks of primary colours. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lessons a masterpiece!
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Ignite your students’ creativity and deepen their understanding of the moon with this comprehensive Moon Art Unit. This resource pack includes three thoughtfully designed lessons complete with planning, PowerPoint presentations, and a wide range of resources. Embark on a journey to discover the moon’s mysteries while nurturing your students’ artistic skills.
Lesson 1: Shades of the Moon
In this lesson, students will learn to use pastels to expertly shade the moon. Through engaging activities and discussions, they will explore the different parts of the moon and the techniques used to capture its features. The success criteria ensure that students can understand the moon’s composition, name its different parts, and create their own moon maps using white pastels and light smudging for detail.
Lesson 2: Shades of Grey
Building on their previous knowledge, students will learn to mix black and white to achieve various shades of grey. They will explore the concept of colour blending and apply it to create smooth transitions from white to black. The lesson includes hands-on activities where students practice mixing paint and achieve gradual changes in colour. The success criteria emphasize starting with white and progressively transitioning to black while avoiding abrupt jumps in colour.
Lesson 3: Lunar Viewfinder
In this final lesson, students will use a viewfinder to select a specific area of the moon’s surface to sketch and paint. They will focus on observing colours, textures, and shapes to recreate the details accurately. Students will utilize their shading skills and pay attention to blending and mixing paints to match the shades of grey in their chosen area. The success criteria encourage students to demonstrate their ability to choose an interesting view, sketch the details, and achieve colour accuracy through careful blending.
Each lesson is accompanied by a PowerPoint presentation, which provides visual aids and guidance throughout the learning process. Additionally, the resource pack includes a moon map website, a “how to draw the moon” video, strip frame templates, black circular paper, pastels, paint, viewfinders, sketching pencils, and more.
Unleash the imagination of your students and foster their artistic expression while unraveling the wonders of the moon. Engage them in a multidisciplinary learning experience that combines art and science. Purchase this Moon Art Unit today and watch your students’ creativity soar to new heights!
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Create some festive sparkle with these 4 Christmas Card Design and Technology Lessons! Perfect for the last week of term or spread out across the Autumn term, these lessons are perfect to bring excitement to your classroom.
These lessons are based on the National Curriculum statements for Design and Technology in KS2 and follow the practise of Research, Design, Make and Evaluate.
Children will create a Christmas card with moving parts, such as a flap or pop-up. These are suitable for children across KS2 and really gets children thinking about the process behind product design.
This unit contains a PowerPoint, lesson plan and worksheets for each lesson. There are 48 PowerPoint slides altogether.
Resources included:
x4 lesson plans
x4 PowerPoints (one for each lesson)
x4 Research worksheets
Lesson 1 and 2: L.O. use research and develop design criteria to inform the design of innovative, functional, appealing products that are fit for purpose, aimed at particular individuals or groups .
L.O. generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through discussion, annotated sketches
Lesson 3: L.O. select from and use a wider range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks accurately
L.O. select from and use a wider range of materials and components, including construction materials, according to their functional properties and aesthetic qualities
Lesson 4: L.O. investigate and analyse a range of existing products
L.O. evaluate their ideas and products against their own design criteria and consider the views of others to improve their work
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This Roman Mosaic Art unit is perfect to use alongside a fascinating Roman history topic or study of the volcanic eruption in the ancient Italian city of Pompeii.
Children will study mosaics from the city of Pompeii, discuss what they were used for and how they were made (learning key techniques used by mosaic artists). They will then choose a marine animal to sketch onto a grid before using this as a guide to paint it. Once dry, they will cut out the squares and stick them onto backing paper using the techniques they have studied.
These three lessons are perfect to be used during a half term, with a couple of lessons spare in case of any absences or other school events. They are fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans provided. Two of these lessons may take a little longer than an hour so can be used flexibly.
Created by an experienced art subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2.
Included is:
3 PowerPoints
Four examples
Grid paper
Detailed lesson plans for each lesson with differentiated success criteria
Images of marine animals
Lessons:
I can create a mosaic drawing.
I can use tints and shades of colours.
I can make a mosaic.
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This African mask unit can be used across Art and Design & Technology to help children to design and create their own African mask inspired by the culture and traditions of many different African cultures. By the end of this unit, the children will have created their own wearable African mask made from clay.
The children will be able to present some key facts about the use of masks in different cultures. They will extend their understanding of the mosaicking technique and practise using sculpting materials with confidence.
In this lesson the children will be reviewing what they know about masks and making them out of clay.
By the end of the lesson they should have a clear idea of what their mask will look like.
In this lesson the children will start to create their mask from clay. They should review their flow diagram from last lesson and be able to use a variety of tools to manipulate the clay ready for decoration.
Children will demonstrate in their evaluations an understanding of what makes a good quality ceramic sculpture.
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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.
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