A series of lessons/activities based on building a description of a rivers journey using personification and imagery from a first person perspective (You are the river describing your journey from source to mouth.) This is a tried and tested classroom resource. Pupils should build their ideas using the learning resources provided and use the model text to write an effective description. A model text, vocabulary activities, a planning template and a copy of the success criteria for writing an effective description is also included. This resource could be used with older pupils. *Please note the video clip is open source material.

Descriptive writing activity which has been tried and tested in the classroom in upper KS2, but could easily be used with other age groups. Learners will brainstorm descriptions of the location and scene of Dracula’s mysterious and eerie castle. They then write a detailed account using the information they have gathered. Template, image, model text and KWL grid included. As an alternative to publisher, a PDF has also been uploaded. Bonus - Castle Live Web Cam (YouTube stream) is also available as a free resource. Looking for more? See the bundle offer for a complete unit of work which focuses on Count Dracula.

Learners use the success criteria to plan and write their personal ‘I Have a Dream’ Speech. Model text included which will facilitate speaking, listening and writing opportunities. LO - To expand upon main idea(s) with supporting reasons, information and examples

A bank of five stimulating resources to assist in the teaching of poetry, in particular, shape poetry. Based around the topic of roller coasters, this pack includes *A visual starter presentation of different roller coasters *A model text ‘The Rollercoaster Rider’ Poem (which was used as a shape poem) *Examples of different shape poetry *Success Criteria (WMG) and examples for all aspects of an effective poem e.g. vocabulary, similes, onomatopoeia’s, alliteration and rhyme. A table to record vocabulary ideas e.g. sights, sounds and feelings.

A stimulating and engaging lesson / presentation to positively engage learners in KS2 / lower KS3. The suggested final task in this lesson is a written activity. Learners use the pictures to stimulate some descriptions of settings in a science fiction story. See the exciting bundle offer for a complete unit of work which focuses on writing within the Science Fiction genre! Science Fiction Writing Complete Unit of Work KS2 / KS3 (War of the Worlds) With Free Reading Test and handwriting session!

Read the diary entries, underline the spelling and grammatical errors. Write the corrections above. Three ability level groups - Mussolini (Easy), Churchill (Medium), Hitler (Harder)

A range of ideas for lessons based on building a description of a city and/or countryside setting in WW2. The descriptions could be used as openers in a story based around evacuees who were sent to live in a rural location. This is a tried and tested classroom resource. Pupils should collect ideas from the pictures provided and use the model text to write an effective description. A blank vocabulary grid and a copy of the success criteria for writing an effective description is also included. This resource could be used with older pupils. *Please note the video clip is open source material.

Suitable for pupils in year 5&6, this resource includes a high quality model newspaper report. It describes the death defying World Trade Center tightrope walk performed by Frenchman Philippe Petit in 1974 (as recently portrayed in the 2015 film - The Walk). Also included is a teaching presentation to assist in the writing of an effective newspaper report introduction and a two page blank newspaper template. You will also find a success criteria sample (WMG) attached with an open source You Tube video clip.

Pupils create their own gladiators and write about the battle between them! Writing templates are available to scaffold the pupils writing. A model text is provided along with some visual images to engage learners. Also included is a sample list of powerful vocabulary (Wow Words!)

Single page teaching resource / Model text to assist learners in creating their own poetry. Pupils should carefully study the text will a view to creating their own dreams and nightmares!! LO: To use the characteristic features of texts - Poetry

A unit of work based around writing a balanced argument - Should junk food be banned? This resource includes an engaging set of activities which has been tried and tested in the classroom in upper KS2, but could be used with other age groups. Downloading these activities will drastically cut your preparation time. A video clip, worksheets, vocabulary lists, presentations, model text and sample success criteria (WMG) is included to get you started.

Suitable for year 4, 5 or 6 (KS2). Newspaper article relating to the outbreak of World War 2 through the perspective of the Weirwold community (From the novel and film 'Goodnight Mr Tom') 2 levels of differentiated worksheets which require learners to correctly identify the fact or opinion and True or false statements. A free 'YouTube' link to the full movie has also been included for your convenience.

National Reading Test style practice papers suitable for KS2 students in year 4, 5 and 6. Questions based around a newspaper report covering Philippe Petit's death defying tightrope walk across the World Trade Center (Twin Towers) in 1974. The answers are also included. Also see the premier bundle package which includes NINE tests! National Reading Test practice for KS2 Wales. Yr. 4, 5 & 6. (Nine tests)

A stimulating and engaging presentation to help introduce and engage learners in KS2. The suggested final task in this lesson is a paired activity using pictures to stimulate a short (oral) story. See the exciting bundle offer for a complete unit of work which focuses on writing within the Science Fiction genre!

LO: To describe a character using similes and other effective language. Reading and listening activity which has been tried and tested in the classroom in upper KS2. Use exciting language to write an effective description of Count Dracula. Looking for more? Also see the premier bundle package which includes a full unit of work!

A unit of work based around writing a balanced argument - Should young children be using social media? This resource includes an engaging set of activities which has been tried and tested in the classroom in upper KS2, but could be used with other age groups. Video clip, worksheets, vocabulary lists, presentations, a model text and sample success criteria (WMG) included.

Learners cut out the foods and stick them on the plate template ensuring they match the correct food groups. Introduction PowerPoint also included to engage learners. Extension tasks - Look at the table of foods and decide/ research which quantities and types make up part of your 5-a-day (Fruit & Vegetables). All worksheets included. Tried and tested classroom resource.Please note - images are clip art

Learners should study the model text and produce their own fictional diary entry from a person living in the Tudor era (1665) in the time of the Great Plague. ] A slide showing a list of suggested power / wow words is also included. The second activity requires research skills to check historical facts LO: To write a diary entry giving a description of London during the plague. LO: To use research skills to check historical facts

A handwriting practice sheet based on words and sentences from 'The War of the Worlds' by H.G. Wells. Pupils copy the words and sentences using cursive handwriting. Please take a look at my other lesson material based on 'Science Fiction' writing and 'The War of the Worlds'.