Our resource, is a must-have for educators aiming to equip their students with practical life skills. Crafted by experienced educators, these examples are designed to guide teachers in the process of teaching these skills effectively. Each set of instructions is meticulously detailed, ensuring that teachers can easily understand and relay the information to their students. Here’s a brief overview of the five examples included: How to Brew French Press Coffee: A step-by-step guide on brewing coffee using a French press, this set teaches students about measurements, timing, and temperature control. How to Assemble a Bicycle: This set covers assembling a bicycle from scratch, providing students with an understanding of mechanical assemblies and the importance of following instructions. How to Bake a Chocolate Cake: Here, we delve into the culinary arts, teaching students about baking measurements, oven temperatures, and the science behind baking. How to Plant a Seed: This set focuses on horticultural basics, showing students how to plant a seed and care for it as it grows. How to Craft a Paper Airplane: This fun and interactive set guides students in crafting a paper airplane, highlighting the principles of aerodynamics. Features used in each set include: Detailed step-by-step instructions Clear definitions and explanations Real-world application of each skill Tips and tricks for best results Suggested exercises for practice As educators, we know that resources need to be adaptable for different teaching styles and classroom environments. That’s why we’ve made this resource editable! Simply upload the PDF to Google Docs, and you can tailor the content to suit your needs. Don’t forget to check out our other resources on the TES website for more teaching aids and educational materials. We believe that teaching practical skills should be engaging, hands-on, and accessible, and with these sets of instructions, we’re confident that you’ll be able to inspire your students to learn and grow. Happy teaching!

Dive into the world of limericks with this engaging and comprehensive resource! This PDF contains twenty unique and captivating limerick poems, carefully crafted to inspire your students to explore their creativity and learn the art of poetry. Each limerick serves as an example, demonstrating various features such as rhythm, rhyme, humor, and narrative. They cover a range of themes from nature to animals, space to seasons, making them relatable and enjoyable for children of all ages. Here’s a glimpse into the twenty limericks covered in this resource: The Dreamy Knight The Mischievous Cat The Laughing Clown The Ambitious Snail The Curious Owl The Wanderlust Bee The Star-Gazing Hare The Whistling Wind The Artistic Sparrow The Dancing Leaves The Playful Dolphin The Moon’s Lullaby The Eager Beaver The Charming Chameleon The Dashing Deer The Bumbling Bear The Wise Old Tree The Singing Brook The Fluttering Butterfly The Starry Night These limericks are designed to stimulate imagination, develop language skills, and foster a love for poetry. Each poem is an adventure, waiting to be explored and enjoyed! But that’s not all, if you wish to make edits or customize the PDF according to your teaching style or classroom needs, simply upload it to Google Docs, and voila, it becomes editable! Don’t forget to check out our other resources on the TES website. Our mission is to make learning fun, engaging, and accessible for all. Let’s make poetry a joyful journey for your students with these delightful limericks!

Discover the wonders of nature, the intricacies of our bodies, and the mysteries of the cosmos with our Comprehensive Explanation Texts Bundle. This resource pack contains five meticulously crafted explanation texts that delve into a variety of fascinating topics: Butterfly Life Cycle: Explore the captivating journey of a butterfly from a tiny egg to a beautiful winged adult. Star Life Cycle: Uncover the grand cosmic journey of a star, from its birth in a nebula to its dramatic end as a white dwarf, neutron star, or black hole. Photosynthesis Process: Understand how plants convert sunlight into chemical energy, making life on Earth possible. Human Digestion Process: Learn about the complex journey your food takes through your body, from ingestion to excretion. Human Digestion Process: Dive deeper into the intricate stages of human digestion, appreciating the extraordinary capabilities of our bodies. Our explanation texts are designed with the following key features: Detailed Illustrations: Each text accompanies an illustrative image to provide a visual representation of the topic. Easy-to-Follow Flowcharts: We’ve included flowcharts to represent each stage of the process for a quick and easy overview. In-depth Information: Each stage of the process is explained in detail, providing comprehensive information on the topic. Concise Conclusions: Every text ends with a conclusion that summarizes the importance of understanding the process, encouraging further exploration of the topic. We invite you to check out our other resources on the TES website for more educational content. Want to make edits to the PDF? No problem! Simply upload the file to Google Docs and it’s fully editable, allowing you to tailor the content to suit your needs. Enjoy the journey of learning with our Comprehensive Explanation Texts Bundle!

Introduce your class to the engaging world of letter writing and diary writing with this 3-week teaching unit based on the Amnesty International endorsed book, “Azzi Inbetween” by Sarah Garland. This touching and thought-provoking story follows Azzi and her family as they embark on a perilous journey to escape danger and start anew in a foreign land. Key Features: Comprehensive 3-week unit of work Includes detailed plans, SEND support, greater depth questions, interactive whiteboard slides, models, and in-depth reflections In “Azzi Inbetween,” Azzi and her parents must navigate a challenging journey by car and boat to reach safety in a new country. Once there, they face the daunting tasks of learning a new language, finding a home, and adjusting to new surroundings. At school, Azzi encounters a kind helper who guides her through learning English and realizing she is not alone in her experiences. As Azzi adapts to her new life with courage and resourcefulness, she makes a new friend but continues to miss her grandmother who was left behind. Drawing from her own experiences working with refugee families, acclaimed author and illustrator Sarah Garland weaves a tender and humorous adventure story that will captivate readers of all ages. This comprehensive bundle offers everything you need to guide your students through the captivating narrative while developing their skills in letter and diary writing. With detailed lesson plans, support for students with special educational needs, questions for deeper understanding, interactive slides, and model examples, this teaching unit provides a rich and immersive learning experience.

In this 3 week unit the children will be writing their own adventure narrative based on the story ‘Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs’. In this Unit pack there are highly detailed plans, interactive whiteboard slides and highly differentiated worksheets to suit all children. Learning Outcomes: Familiarisation with text: I am learning to understand and investigate adventure and mystery stories. I am learning to identify characters’ emotions and behaviors. Capturing ideas: I am learning to use the language features of an adventure and mystery story. Analysing Text, language features and organisation: I am learning to plan, present and write an adventure story. Demonstration/Shared/Supported/Joint Construction Writing: End of Unit (Big Writing) I am learning to/ I can: write a pirate adventure story. Toolkit for children: I can write an adventure story opening. Own target I can write in the past tense. e.g. saw, asked, replied, looked. I can use adjectives, verbs and nouns e.g. They sailed towards the island on the sapphire ocean. I can use a variety of punctuation. e.g “Could that be his cave?” I can use a variety of openers. e.g. Slicing his sword towards him…, As he sailed to the island…, When the battle was over…

English - Persuasive Letter Year 4/5 - Persuasive Letter - 1 week unit. In this 1 week unit your class will write a persuasive letter to Horrid Henry about the benefits of reading. Lesson LO’s: Main Learning Outcomes: (This should be progressive but each stage can be revisited in the teaching cycle.) Familiarisation with text: I am learning to understand the purpose and styles of a persuasive text Analysing Text, language features and organisation: I am learning to understand the language and structural features of a persuasive text Capturing ideas: I am learning to role-play, plan, orally rehearse a persuasive text Demonstration/Shared/Supported/Joint Construction Writing: I am learning to jointly construct a persuasive text End of topic (Big Writing) I can write a persuasive text independently This unit pack includes interactive whiteboard slides, detailed lesson plans, and daily differentiated activities to support your class.

Key Details: Theme: Beliefs and Practices Key Question: What is the best way for a Christian to show commitment to God? Learning outcomes, differentiated for this group from the ‘I can’ statements AT1 (B) Practices and Ways of life and AT2 (F) Values and Commitments Level 1 I can use the right names for things that are special to Christians. I can talk about how I feel towards an issue that is important to me, (assessed in Lesson 1). Level 2 I can talk about one of the ways Christians show commitment to God. I can decide which way I think is the best way for a Christian to show commitment to God. Level 3 I can describe some of the ways that Christians choose to show commitment to God and am starting to understand that they may do this in different ways. I can start to understand there are different degrees of commitment and that’s up to individual Christians. Level 4 I can describe how different practices enable Christians to show their commitment to God and understand that some of these will be more significant to some Christians than others. I can explain why I think some ways of showing commitment to God would be better than others for Christians. Level 5 I can explain why it is important to Christians to show their commitment to God and can describe different ways they choose to do this. I can explain that individuals choose to show different degrees of commitment to their religion and can relate this to commitments I make in my life.

Explore the Historical Event with Our ‘Great Fire of London’ Writing Unit Delve into the past with our engaging 2-Week Writing Unit, specifically designed to illuminate the events of the ‘Great Fire of London’. This comprehensive program equips students with the skills to independently craft a detailed newspaper report about the monumental fire that reshaped the history of London. Key Details: Duration: 2-Week Writing Unit Culmination: End of Unit (Big Writing) with objectives such as “I am learning to” and “I can” statements Independent Writing Task: Students will create their own newspaper report on the ‘Great Fire of London’ Resources Provided: Includes Smart Notebook Slides, Models, Lesson Plans, and Interactive Activities Main Learning Outcomes: The unit’s learning outcomes are structured to be progressive, revisiting each stage throughout the teaching cycle to reinforce understanding and skills. Setting the Context: Students will immerse themselves in the ‘Great Fire of London’ through various engaging activities, including reading newspaper articles, participating in topic-related work, reenacting the historical event, sequencing the fire’s timeline, and conducting interviews with ‘witnesses’. Deconstruction: The unit will guide students in deconstructing the text, identifying key features of newspaper reports, using visual organizers, applying speech marks for direct quotes, writing in the past tense, and understanding historical recount techniques. It will also cover grammatical concepts such as subordination and coordination. Joint Composition: In the first week, the focus will be on joint composition for the big writing task. Students will collaborate to sequence events accurately and understand the structure of a newspaper report text. Independent Writing: Building on the skills developed, students will embark on writing their own newspaper reports about the ‘Great Fire of London’, synthesizing their knowledge and creativity to produce compelling historical accounts. This ‘Great Fire of London’ Writing Unit is an exceptional resource for educators seeking to bring history to life in their classrooms. It not only enhances students’ writing abilities but also deepens their understanding of one of the most significant events in London’s history. Engage your students with this dynamic and educational unit today!

Introducing our concise yet comprehensive 1/2-Lesson Unit on “Writing a Letter to Their New Teacher for the Next Year”. This unique and interactive package is expertly designed to guide students in expressing their thoughts, hopes, and expectations for the upcoming academic year in a personal letter. Key Features: Smart Notebook Slides: Our engaging Smart Notebook slides serve as an effective visual aid, guiding students through the process of crafting their letters with clarity and creativity. Word Banks: To assist students in articulating their ideas, we provide specially curated word banks that inspire them to use rich, descriptive language and ultimately enhance their written communication skills. Scaffold: Our lesson comes with a scaffold, a step-by-step guide that offers structured support, helping students to organize their thoughts and present their ideas coherently and effectively. Customizable Content: Understanding the diverse needs of different classrooms, we’ve made our content easily editable to fit your specific topics, ensuring a personalized and relevant learning experience for your students. Our 1/2-Lesson Unit is more than just a writing exercise; it’s a bridge fostering communication between students and their future teachers, promoting self-expression, and enhancing writing skills. Let us help you facilitate this enriching experience in your classroom!

Key Details: 2 Week Writing Unit Focused on Traditional and alternative stories Prince Cinders & Cinderella Includes: Powerpoints/Resources/Plans /Models **Main Learning Outcomes: **(This should be progressive but each stage can be revisited in the teaching cycle.) Familiarisation with text: I am learning to read and compare alternative versions of traditional stories. Discuss opposing characters from the narrative. Capturing ideas: I am learning to discuss how characters behave if their roles in a narrative are exchanged. Analysing Text, language features and organisation: I am learning to discuss how words, sounds and images can convey different information to a reader. Demonstration/Shared/Supported/Joint Construction Writing: End of topic (Big Writing) I am learning to/ I can: Write an alternative version of a traditional story. Learning Objectives: SPOKEN WORD I am learning to Participate in discussions, presentations, performances, role play, improvisations and debates. Composition I am learning to Plan and discuss what to write about, e.g. story mapping, collecting new vocabulary, key words and ideas. I am learning to Use specific text type features to write for a range of audiences and purposes, e.g. to instruct, inform, entertain, explain, discuss, persuade. Edit and improve their own writing in relation to audience and purpose. Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation Use simple and compound sentences. Use subordination for time e.g. When we had finished our writing, we went out to play. We went out to play when we had finished our writing. Other time connectives: then, next, after, first, finally

Key Details: Focus Text: Ice Trap! By Meredit Hooper 3 Week writing unit Includes plans, slides, resources. ICE TRAP! Shackleton’s Incredible Expedition by Meredith Hooper illustrated by M.P Robertson This picture book tells the true story of the expedition led by Ernest Shackleton which aimed to traverse the Antarctic. Although unsuccessful in his aim, and frequently overshadowed by the exploits of Scott and Amundsen, Shackleton’s adventure is remarkable for the story it tells of bravery, endurance, loyalty and leadership. Despite incredible challenges he managed to ensure all 27 of his men survived being trapped in the ice and marooned on an uninhabited island. Overall aims of this teaching sequence. • To appreciate why stories are memorable and characters exciting • To consider how particular situations make individuals behave as they do • To explore dilemmas, empathising with characters • To learn about the differences between information and fiction texts. • To produce a range of writing to respond to text through role play and dramatisation. This teaching sequence is approximately 3 weeks long if spread out over 15 sessions. The book supports teachers to teach about character development, emotional response and changes of setting in a narrative which references a true historic event. The narrative structure is carefully crafted and the characters and settings are well drawn, offering young readers a good model for their own story planning and descriptive writing. The historical time frame and reports of events are factually accurate offering an exciting true story of rescue and survival. Before beginning this sequence it would be useful to collect globes, world maps, a map of the Antarctic and books about the area, its geography and wild life and books about other Antarctic expeditions. Prepare an A3 class journal to use to make notes in during this sequence Also give each child a notebook or use the mini journal provided as Shackleton’s log. The mini journal also provides some additional related activities which could be used during guided reading or for home learning tasks.

Introducing our Year 3/4 Religious Education unit on Diwali! Over the course of six enlightening lessons, your students will explore the key elements of this Hindu festival and its role in fostering a sense of belonging among its observers. The primary learning objective is: How does the celebration of Diwali contribute to the sense of belonging in the Hindu community? Our areas of inquiry include AT1 Strands A, B, C, and AT2 Strands D, E, F, with a particular emphasis on the theme of ‘Belonging’. The teaching and learning activities are divided into two steps: Step 1: Engagement (2 lessons) - AT2 § We start by engaging students in a group challenge. Each group will form an identity around a belief they unite on, such as ensuring all dogs have good homes. They’ll create a group name, identity, logo, and the three most important actions for their cause. Through this activity, we aim to help students understand the concept of belonging driven by shared beliefs and missions. We’ll discuss questions like: How do shared missions foster a sense of belonging? How would you celebrate your achievements? What feelings arise from contributing positively to the world? Step 2: Investigation (3 lessons) - AT1 We dive deeper into the story of Rama and Sita, highlighting the theme of Good vs Evil. We’ll explain how this victory of good over evil is celebrated during Diwali, reflecting Hindus’ commitment to spreading goodness. Students will watch a DVD extract or online clip showcasing Diwali celebrations, including the worship of the goddess Lakshmi for prosperity. We’ll explore how celebrations like Diwali enhance the sense of belonging among participants. Students will understand the significance of various Diwali practices through hands-on activities like creating Rangoli patterns, diva lamps, making sweets, and more. We’ll discuss how these activities, often carried out with family and community members, foster a sense of belonging. We’ll also consider inviting a Hindu guest to provide first-hand insight into the religious significance of these practices. Our aim is to help students grasp how shared activities and beliefs during Diwali contribute to a strong sense of belonging in the Hindu community.

Year 4 - Guided Reading - The Reluctant Dragon This two week guided reading plan focuses on The Reluctant Dragon by David Lucas. This plan follows a whole class guided reading approach meaning that all children are required to do the same activity on each day. The activities are differentiated. The activities include a follow up task, comprehension, language activity and spelling focus. Example Plan: Text: The Reluctant Dragon Day 1: Children to have the front cover of the text and first page and complete table What techniques can you see? Is the Reluctant Dragon going to be a villain or a hero? What tells you this? Children to read pages 1 - 11 in pairs. Content Domain: Identifying, discussing and collecting effective words and phrases which capture the reader’s interest and imagination e.g. metaphors, similes Making predictions based on information stated and implied Possible Questions: pp2-5 What is the difference between “terrible” and “terrified”? Does the shepherd’s wife look frightened? What about his son? p8 The boy says “Don’t worry.” Do you think his parents are: very worried – a little bit worried – not at all worried? p11 What kind of questions would you ask a dragon? Activity: Make a prediction about what might happen in the story Day 2: Follow Up Task Content Domain: Identifying main ideas drawn from more than one paragraph and summarising these Children to read pages 12 - 30 in pairs. Activity: Look at pages 12- 30 in pairs. Write down any figurative language. Pick out similes, metaphors adjectives that evoke the scene. e.g I suppose the Earth sneezed or shook itself. Day 3: Spelling Focus: [SHORT ACTIVITY] See Slides on IWB Day 4: Comprehension Children to read pages 31 - 40 in pairs. Content Domain: Analysing and comparing a range of plot structures. Activity: Children to complete a range of questions using different skills. True/False, matching different sentence starters and endings, ordering the story. Day 5: Free reading – any text Free writing – writing a new introduction to The Reluctant Dragon. Challenge: Can they include any of the spelling words we have focused on?

KS2 English - Persuasive Writing In this 1 week unit your class will write a persuasive letter to the Headteacher of your school persuading them of the value of swimming, and to Henry persuading him to buy our listening device . This 1 Week lesson unit pack includes interactive whiteboard slides, detailed lesson plans, and daily differentiated activities to support your class. Main Learning Outcomes: (This should be progressive but each stage can be revisited in the teaching cycle.) Familiarisation with text: I am learning to understand the purpose and styles of a persuasive text Analysing Text, language features and organisation: I am learning to understand the language and structural features of a persuasive text Capturing ideas: I am learning to role-play, plan, orally rehearse a persuasive text Demonstration/Shared/Supported/Joint Construction Writing: I am learning to jointly construct a persuasive text End of topic (Big Writing) I can write a persuasive text independently

Introducing our comprehensive 2-Week Writing Unit, specifically designed around the delightful story ‘How to Grow a Dinosaur’ by Caryl Hart. This immersive unit encourages students to delve into their creativity and weave their own narrative stories. Key Features: End of Topic (Big Writing): By the end of this engaging two-week journey, students will have mastered the skills necessary to write compelling narrative stories. Picture your students crafting tales that captivate and inspire! Includes: The unit comes complete with interactive Smart Notebook slides, illustrative models, detailed lesson plans, and fun-filled activities. These resources aim to foster an engaging and dynamic learning environment. Curriculum link: Narrative stories linked to the fascinating topic of plants, allowing students to explore and learn about the natural world while honing their writing skills. Learning Objectives: Spoken Word: Students will learn to give well-structured descriptions, explanations, and narratives for various purposes, including expressing feelings. They’ll participate actively in collaborative conversations, use spoken language to explore ideas, speak audibly and fluently with an increasing command of Standard English, and engage in discussions, presentations, performances, role play, improvisations, and debates. Comprehension: Students will work on sequencing and discussing the main events in stories, retelling a wider range of stories, fairy tales, and traditional tales, and identifying, discussing, and collecting favourite words and phrases. Composition: Our unit guides students to plan and discuss what to write about, use specific text type features to write for a range of audiences and purposes, write about real and fictional events, and proofread to check for errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation: The unit will help students construct and punctuate simple and compound sentences using connectives, use sentences with different forms, use subordination for reason, generate and effectively use verbs and adjectives, use past tense for narrative, and use the suffix ‘ly’ to turn adjectives into adverbs. Embark on this exciting 2-week journey with our Writing Unit and let’s nurture your students’ storytelling skills while they delve into the captivating world of plants and dinosaurs!

Discover the power of storytelling with our 2-week writing unit. This immersive learning experience is designed to help you craft your own version of a familiar story, honing your writing skills and fostering your creative imagination. Our comprehensive program includes Smart Notebook Slides, Models, Plans, and Activities, providing a rich array of resources to support your learning journey. The main learning outcomes are progressive, allowing you to revisit each stage in the teaching cycle as needed. Familiarisation with Text: Learn to listen, re-tell, read, and explore a story, delving deep into the text and understanding its nuances. Capturing Ideas: Develop your ability to generate words and phrases from the text, while also learning to collaborate effectively in a group setting. Analysing Text, Language Features, and Organisation: Enhance your understanding of sentence structure, focusing particularly on the role of subordinate clauses. Demonstration/Shared/Supported/Joint Construction Writing: Plan and write an imaginative, sequenced story, drawing upon your knowledge and experiences of a text. By the end of the unit, you’ll be equipped with the skills and understanding necessary to write your own version of a familiar story, truly bringing your creativity to life. Join us for this transformative writing journey, where you’ll not only learn but also discover the joy of creating your own narrative. Let’s unlock your potential and dive into the world of storytelling together.

Key Details: Contains Notebook slides, resources, differentiated Work Based of the Power Of Reading Scheme 2.5 week unit, could be extended. Aimed at year 3 or 4. Fly, Eagle, Fly! is an adaptation of an African tale, a parable about reaching your potential. A farmer finds an eagle chick, takes it home and rears it as a chicken. The eagle comes to believe he is a chicken; he cannot fly or hunt. When the farmer’s friend comes to visit one day, he tells the farmer that an eagle should be flying high in the sky, not scrabbling on the ground for grain. Over time, the farmer’s friend proves that the bird can be an eagle again, and while watching the sun rise at a mountain top, he finally soars into the sky. Archbishop Desmond Tutu writes in the foreword: ‘we are not mere chickens but eagles destined to soar to sublime heights… We should be straining to become what we have it in us to become.’ Overall aims of this teaching sequence • To enjoy a story and discuss its meanings. • To understand the themes of a text. • To broaden understanding of writers’ use of language and build a varied vocabulary. • To write narratives from a character’s perspective. This teaching sequence is approximately 3 weeks long if spread out over 15 sessions. The book supports teachers to teach about setting, plot and to explore strong themes in narrative fiction. Settings are well drawn, and the language of the text offers young readers a good model for their own narrative writing.

Introducing our engaging 1-Week Writing Unit, designed to guide students in the art of writing personal recounts. This comprehensive unit offers a rich blend of learning materials and activities that will help students delve into their own experiences and bring them to life on paper. Key Features: End of Topic (Big Writing): By the end of this unit, students will have developed the skills to write compelling personal recounts. Imagine the satisfaction they’ll feel as they master the art of recounting their experiences in an engaging way! Includes: Our package is enriched with dynamic Smart Notebook slides, illustrative models, well-planned activities, and detailed lesson plans. These resources are designed to create an interactive and engaging learning experience for students. Main Learning Outcomes: Setting the Context: To kickstart their creative journey, children will be encouraged to discuss and recount exciting events from their holidays. This step helps learners tap into their personal experiences, setting the stage for authentic, engaging recounts. Deconstruction: This stage focuses on the crucial elements of writing – adjectives, verbs, nouns, time connectives, chronological order, conjunctions, and subordination. Students will learn how to use the “5 Ws” (Who, What, When, Where, Why) to explain events in their recounts. This process helps them understand the structure and components of a well-written recount. End of Topic (Big Writing): As the culmination of the unit, students will put their newly acquired skills to the test by writing their own personal recounts. Can you imagine the stories they’ll share? Through our 1-Week Writing Unit, students will not only improve their writing skills but also develop a deeper appreciation for their own experiences. Embark on this exciting journey with us and let’s transform your students into eloquent storytellers!

Introducing our engaging ‘Rainbow Fish’ unit, a comprehensive 2-week instructional package designed to captivate young learners and foster their creativity. Key Details: This 2-week writing unit culminates in a ‘Big Writing’ activity, where students will apply their newfound knowledge and skills to write an alternative story. What’s included? • PowerPoint Slides: These are designed to guide the lessons and stimulate discussions. • Models: We provide examples to illustrate concepts effectively. • Activities: Hands-on tasks to reinforce learning and inspire creativity. Text Type: The focus is on narrative stories, offering opportunities to explore the structure and elements of storytelling. Lesson Breakdown: 1- Read and Understand Story: Students will be introduced to the narrative, allowing them to familiarize themselves with the plot, characters, and themes. 2- PSHE Objectives: Lessons will integrate personal, social, health and economic education objectives for holistic learning. 3- Alternative Ideas: Encourage creative thinking by exploring different story angles and perspectives. 4- Subordination: Dive into complex sentences and understand how they can enhance their storytelling. 5- Comprehension: Lessons will focus on building critical comprehension skills (please note that a separate comprehension resource is not provided). 6- Story Mapping: Students will learn to plot a story visually, helping them understand narrative structure. 7 & 8- Writing: Over two sessions, students will apply what they’ve learned to write their own version of the story. 9 & 10- Editing: Students will refine their work over two lessons, learning the importance of review and revision in the writing process. Our ‘Rainbow Fish’ unit is more than just a series of lessons; it’s a journey into the world of storytelling that engages, educates, and empowers students.

Introducing our meticulously designed 5-Lesson Science Unit on Plants, a comprehensive educational package tailored to cultivate curiosity and deepen understanding about the fascinating world of botany. This unit integrates interactive Smart Notebook Slides, illustrative models, detailed lesson plans, and engaging activities into a cohesive learning experience. Key Features: Observation and Description: Students will learn to observe and describe how seeds and bulbs transform into mature plants, providing them with a firsthand understanding of plant growth and development. Plant Essentials: The unit delves into the fundamental needs of plants - water, light, and suitable temperature, emphasizing their importance in maintaining plant health. Working Scientifically Skills: This unit is designed to foster scientific skills, including asking and answering questions, making keen observations, performing simple tests, classifying, and data gathering and recording. Extra Learning Opportunities: • Leaf Collection: Students can collect different leaves on journey sticks, promoting hands-on learning through classification. • Photography: Taking photos of plants and flowers on the field will allow students to observe variations in plant species. • Gardening: Students will have the opportunity to plant their own plants on the field when they are ready, fostering a sense of responsibility and ownership. • Garden Tending: Small group rotations for garden tending will allow students to observe plant growth closely and understand the importance of gardening. • Letter Writing: A persuasive writing activity where students write letters to other year groups, advocating for the care of the garden, will integrate literacy skills with their scientific learning. This Science Unit on Plants is more than just a collection of lessons; it’s an immersive, interactive exploration of the botanical world that encourages students to think scientifically, ask questions, and discover answers.