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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!

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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!
Exploring Europe's Country Differences and Similarities: Outstanding Geography Lesson
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Exploring Europe's Country Differences and Similarities: Outstanding Geography Lesson

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Explore Europe’s geography, cultures, and landmarks with our comprehensive Europe Geography Lesson. This lesson emphasizes the impact of geography on history, culture, and society, fostering critical thinking and cultural awareness. Activity 1: European Country Hunt Guess countries based on geographical features, landmarks, or cultural aspects in an interactive game. Activity 2: Creating a Geography Collage Select a European country, create collages illustrating its geography, landmarks, and culture. Activity 3: Travel Brochure Challenge Research and design travel brochures for assigned European countries, emphasizing geography and attractions. Students engage in discussions, group activities, and receive feedback. Assess their ability to identify geographical similarities and differences. Resources include lesson plan, PowerPoint, map, visuals, and worksheets. Deepen students’ global awareness with our Europe Geography Lesson.
Exploring Europe by Graphing Temperature and Rainfall Data: Outstanding Geography Lesson
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Exploring Europe by Graphing Temperature and Rainfall Data: Outstanding Geography Lesson

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Explore European geography with our engaging “Europe Geography Lesson” designed for primary students! This resource makes learning about temperature and rainfall differences across various European locations a breeze while developing essential graphing skills. What’s Included: PowerPoint, lesson plan and worksheets Clearly defined learning objectives and success criteria to guide students through the process of collecting and analyzing data from different European regions. Students create simple and clear graphs to represent their data, allowing for easy comparisons and insights into environmental trends in Europe. Interactive starter activity to highlight the importance of understanding European geography, where students can share their prior knowledge of temperature and rainfall. Main segment introduces data sets containing temperature and rainfall information, teaching students how to read units of measurement and patterns. Activity 1 involves small group work where students analyze specific data sets, identifying significant temperature and rainfall patterns, discussing findings, and making predictions. Activity 2 guides students in creating basic graphs using graph paper or software, emphasizing clear labeling and appropriate scales. Activity 3 leads to a class discussion where groups share and compare their graphs, identifying similarities, differences, and exploring possible reasons behind observed patterns. Plenary activity helps students reflect on their learning journey and share conclusions about the environmental conditions in selected European locations. This comprehensive resource provides all the necessary materials to effectively engage primary students, including data sets, graphing tools, and discussion prompts. Make European geography fun and educational with our captivating Europe Geography Lesson!
FREEBIE TASTER KS2 Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
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FREEBIE TASTER KS2 Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan - Reading Comprehension Worksheets

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Introduce your KS2 students to Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan with this free VIPERS taster worksheet. Focused on the prologue, this resource includes a 6-page worksheet covering VIPERS skills (Vocabulary, Inference, Prediction, Explanation, Retrieval, Summarising) with a range of questions to develop reading comprehension. This taster pack also includes a 6-page answer sheet, making it easy for teachers to review responses. Perfect for guided reading sessions, classroom activities, or as a preview to the full comprehension resource. Want questions for every chapter of Dream Hunters? Purchase our 204 worksheet pack here: KS2 Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan - Reading Comprehension Worksheets Ideal for KS2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6. Includes: 6-page worksheet (VIPERS skills for prologue) 6-page answer sheet Keywords: KS2 reading comprehension, free taster, VIPERS, Dream Hunters, Nazima Pathan, guided reading, literacy skills, Year 5, Year 6, retrieval, inference, TES free resources.
KS2 Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan - Reading Comprehension Worksheets - 1224 VIPERS Questions
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KS2 Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan - Reading Comprehension Worksheets - 1224 VIPERS Questions

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Enhance your KS2 students’ reading skills with this comprehensive Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan comprehension pack. This resource includes 204 worksheets with 5 targeted questions for each chapter covering vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, and summarising. Each chapter offers a total of 30 questions to develop a deep understanding of the text. That’s a bumper 1224 questions to choose from! Perfect for guided reading sessions, homework, or independent study, this resource also includes detailed answers for every question, making it easy for teachers to review student progress. With 2 PDFs (204 pages each), this pack is designed to encourage critical thinking and support literacy development. Want to try this before you buy? Have a look at our FREEBIE TASTER KS2 Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan - Reading Comprehension Worksheets for the first section of the book here Ideal for KS2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6. Includes: 5 question types per chapter (vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, summarising) 30 questions per chapter Detailed answers provided for every question You may be interested in… The Creakers by Tom Fletcher - Reading Comprehensions - 930 VIPERS Questions KS2 Reading Comprehension: The Iron Man by Ted Hughes - 150 VIPERS Questions THE SHEEP PIG - Differentiated Reading Comprehensions - for each chapter Keywords: KS2 reading comprehension, Dream Hunters, Nazima Pathan, guided reading, vocabulary, inference, retrieval, Year 5, Year 6, literacy worksheets, TES resources, reading skills development.
KS2 Punctuation - Outstanding English Unit
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KS2 Punctuation - Outstanding English Unit

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Are your class struggling to include the basics of punctuation? Are they forgetting to place capital letters at the start of sentences and proper nouns? Do they need a refresher week of sentence composition? This unit teaches children the basics of writing and composition and is a brilliant way to kick off the school year or remind children of the essentials of writing. Ideal to stretch Key Stage 2 pupils or boost Year 2 children, these 5 lessons have practice and independent exercises that will help them to build solid foundations for the rest of the year. Included is: ★ 5 lesson plans ★ 5 PowerPoints ★ Accompanying worksheets and resources L.O. To identify and correct errors in word order, duplications, or omissions in a sentence. L.O. To use capital letters to mark the start of a sentence and identify sentence breaks accurately. L.O. To understand the use of capital letters for proper nouns and at the start of sentences, and to correctly use punctuation marks like full stops. L.O. To use capital letters appropriately to mark proper nouns (dates, places, people). L.O. To recognise and punctuate different types of sentences (statements, commands, questions, exclamations). Tags: ks2 y3 y2 y4 year 3 y5 y6 basics punctuation grammar SPAG interview ofsted subject leader literacy
EYFS Wider Curriculum Unit: Explorers - 6 Weeks of Lesson Plans & Resources
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EYFS Wider Curriculum Unit: Explorers - 6 Weeks of Lesson Plans & Resources

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Embark on an exciting journey of discovery with our comprehensive EYFS Wider Curriculum Unit: Explorers. This engaging and immersive resource pack is designed to introduce young learners to the wonders of exploration through a variety of subjects, including science, art, history/geography, PE, and PSHE. Aligned with the EYFS framework, this 6-week unit provides a rich and diverse learning experience for early years children. Week 1 sets the stage with an Introduction to Explorers, igniting curiosity and setting the foundation for the weeks to come. In Week 2, children will dive into the captivating world of Famous Explorers, learning about their remarkable journeys and contributions. Week 3 takes an Arctic twist, as children explore Arctic Animals and their habitats, fostering an appreciation for biodiversity and the natural world. As the adventure continues, Week 4 invites children to become Rainforest Explorers, delving into the lush greenery and diverse ecosystems of the rainforests. Week 5 takes a plunge into the depths of the ocean, as children embark on an exploration of marine life and its fascinating wonders. Finally, in Week 6, children will reach for the stars as they venture into the vastness of space, learning about planets and the mysteries beyond Earth. Each week’s lesson plans and accompanying resources are provided in PDF format, ensuring easy access and convenience. With a focus on interactive and hands-on activities, our unit cultivates critical thinking, creativity, and physical development. Children will engage in experiments, create artwork inspired by explorers, embark on virtual field trips, and participate in team-building physical activities. Prepare to inspire and ignite the spirit of exploration in your early years classroom with our EYFS Wider Curriculum Unit: Explorers. Watch as children’s imaginations soar and their understanding of the world expands through this immersive, cross-curricular learning experience.
EYFS Literacy Unit - Explorers: 6 Weeks of Lesson Plans and Resources
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EYFS Literacy Unit - Explorers: 6 Weeks of Lesson Plans and Resources

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Embark on an exciting literacy journey with our EYFS Literacy Unit - Explorers! Packed with six weeks’ worth of engaging lesson plans and accompanying resources, this unit is perfectly aligned to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring seamless integration into your curriculum. Week 1: Introduction to Explorers Ignite curiosity and spark imagination as you introduce your little learners to the captivating world of explorers. Dive into interactive activities that promote early literacy skills, imaginative play and critical thinking. From discovering maps and compasses to exploring different types of exploration, this week sets the foundation for an adventurous learning experience. Week 2: Famous Explorers Bring history to life as your students explore the journeys of famous explorers from the past. Engage their imaginations through captivating stories and interactive tasks that encourage reading, writing and communication skills. Discover the expeditions of renowned figures such as Christopher Columbus, Marco Polo, Amelia Earhart and more. Week 3: Arctic Animals Take a chilly plunge into the Arctic region and explore the wonders of its unique wildlife. Through literacy-rich lessons, your students will encounter polar bears, penguins, seals and other fascinating creatures. Encourage their reading comprehension, vocabulary development and creative expression as they engage in activities centered around these captivating Arctic animals. Week 4: Rainforest Explorers Venture into the lush green rainforests and uncover its hidden treasures. From colourful toucans to slithering snakes, this week delves into the rich biodiversity found in rainforest habitats. Engage your students in literacy-focused tasks that enhance their understanding of descriptive language, storytelling and research skills. Week 5: Exploring the Ocean Dive deep into the enchanting world beneath the waves as your students explore the ocean. Through literacy-based activities, they will encounter fascinating marine life, learn about ocean ecosystems and develop a deeper appreciation for our planet’s vast oceans. Enhance their literacy skills through captivating tasks centered around ocean exploration. Week 6: Exploring Space Blast off into a cosmic adventure as your students set their sights on the wonders of space. From astronauts to rockets, planets to constellations, this week will spark their imagination and curiosity about the universe. Engage them in literacy activities that promote scientific vocabulary, comprehension skills and creative expression. Each week’s lesson plans and accompanying resources are meticulously crafted to support and enhance literacy development, communication skills and overall engagement. All materials are provided in PDF format, ensuring ease of use and compatibility across different devices. Buy now and unlock a treasure trove of resources that will inspire, educate and ignite a lifelong love of learning.
Pancake Paradise Cafe - Role Play Area for EYFS and KS1
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Pancake Paradise Cafe - Role Play Area for EYFS and KS1

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Celebrate Pancake Day with this fun and engaging Pancake Paradise Cafe role play area! This resource pack includes everything you need to create a realistic and exciting pancake cafe experience for your young learners, just in time for Shrove Tuesday. Includes: ★ 6 pages of long word cards ★ 6 pages small flash cards ★ 5 recipe cards ★ Open and closed sign ★ Order form ★ Opening times ★ Numbers 1 to 10 cards ★ Make your own pancake (images to be cut out for children to put together, e.g. pancake, egg, milk, sauce, toppings) ★ Feedback form ★ Cutout chefs hat ★ Bunting ★ Cafe banner sign Other Pancake Day resources: Pancake Day Phonics: Initial Sound Peg Cards for EYFS Pancake Day Number Match: Counting Peg Cards for EYFS “My Perfect Pancake” Writing Activity - EYFS Pancake Day Create Your Own Pancake Maths Activity - Tuff Tray - Counting EYFS Benefits: ★ Develops language and communication skills ★ Encourages imaginative and creative play ★ Promotes teamwork and collaboration ★ Supports early maths skills (counting, number recognition) ★ Teaches about healthy eating and food preparation Perfect for: ★ Pancake Day celebrations ★ Food-themed learning activities ★ EYFS and KS1 classrooms
Pancake Day / Shrove Tuesday Activities for EYFS - Maths, English, Role Play
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Pancake Day / Shrove Tuesday Activities for EYFS - Maths, English, Role Play

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Turn Pancake Day into a week of engaging learning with this comprehensive bundle! This resource pack is bursting with activities designed to captivate your Early Years children, covering everything from math and literacy to role-play and creative writing. This bundle includes: ★ Pancake Paradise Cafe Role Play Area: Transform your classroom into a bustling cafe! Includes word cards, recipe cards, order forms, signs, bunting, and more for an immersive role-play experience. Develops social skills, vocabulary, and early literacy. ★ Pancake Day Number Match Peg Cards: Make counting a treat! Children match numbers to quantities with these fun peg cards, enhancing number recognition and fine motor skills. Perfect for hands-on math practice. ★ Pancake Day Initial Sound Peg Cards: Flip into phonics! These peg cards help children identify initial sounds, building essential phonemic awareness and literacy skills. Laminate for use with whiteboard pens for added value. ★ Create Your Own Pancake Maths Activity: A delicious way to practice counting! Children follow recipe cards and use cut-out ingredients to create their own pancake masterpieces. Ideal for tuff tray activities and hands-on learning. ★ My Perfect Pancake Writing Activity: Let imaginations sizzle! This creative writing worksheet encourages children to design their dream pancake and explain their choices. Combines writing, art, and critical thinking. ★ FREE Pancake Day Handwriting Practice Sheets: Develop fine motor skills and handwriting with these engaging practice sheets featuring Pancake Day themed words. A great free addition to this bundle! Why Choose This Bundle? ★ Comprehensive Learning: Covers a wide range of essential skills. ★ Engaging and Fun: Makes learning enjoyable with a delightful Pancake Day theme. ★ Hands-On Activities: Promotes active learning and fine motor skill development. ★ Ready-to-Use: Includes printable resources for instant classroom fun. ★ Perfect for EYFS: Tailored to the needs of young learners.
KS2 The Five Pillars of Islam - Religious Education Unit - 7 Lessons
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KS2 The Five Pillars of Islam - Religious Education Unit - 7 Lessons

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Engage your students with this comprehensive Five Pillars of Islam RE Unit, designed for primary school learners. This unit includes seven detailed lessons covering each of the Five Pillars: Shahadah, Salah, Zakah, Sawm, and Hajj. Students will explore the significance of these pillars through interactive activities, discussions, and role-playing, fostering a deeper understanding of Islamic practices and values. The lessons are fully planned with PowerPoints, worksheets, and video resources, making it easy for educators to deliver high-quality religious education. From labelling and decorating the Five Pillars, to designing charity boxes and creating prayer timelines, the activities are varied and suitable for different learning styles. Ideal for RE classes, this unit encourages respect for religious diversity while also linking Islamic beliefs to broader concepts such as morality, charity, and community. Perfect for teachers looking to provide a thorough, thoughtful exploration of Islam in a classroom setting.