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A teacher and tutor with more than thirty years' experience working in both mainstream and independent schools. I have an Honours degree in English Literature and Linguistics from UEA and have written a dissertation about encouraging children to write. I am a mother of three and interested in all things green. I am in the process of setting up my TES shop and hope to launch my "Spagbag" resources which are suitable for both Primary and Secondary aged pupils.

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A teacher and tutor with more than thirty years' experience working in both mainstream and independent schools. I have an Honours degree in English Literature and Linguistics from UEA and have written a dissertation about encouraging children to write. I am a mother of three and interested in all things green. I am in the process of setting up my TES shop and hope to launch my "Spagbag" resources which are suitable for both Primary and Secondary aged pupils.
Endangered animals and conservation issues
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Endangered animals and conservation issues

7 Resources
I have bundled together ten resources which focus on endangered animals and conservation issues . Polar bears, sea turtles and albatrosses all face particular problems in our seas and oceans. These resources take a look at these creatures and how they are adapted to their natural environment and what steps we must take in order for them to survive in greater numbers. The problem of plastic waste is a recurring theme in several of these resources. This bundle includes quizzes, comprehensions , poetry and puzzles which will engage pupils and inspire them to do their own independent research. Suitable for ages 7 and upwards.
Sea turtle conservation and investigation
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Sea turtle conservation and investigation

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This resource looks at the problems faced by sea turtles in our polluted world and asks pupils to think of ways in which they might help creatures such as these. There is a how to guide on drawing a sea turtle and also a further investigation worksheet on finding out what sea turtles like to eat. This resource would support study of seas and oceans and conservation issues. I include a Planet Patrol puzzle which has over twenty interlocked words to find concerning endangered animals. This could be easily differentiated to suit age and ability. All answers provided. This resource compliments other resources available in my shop. Suitable for ages 8+
ocean conservation issues/endangered species
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ocean conservation issues/endangered species

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This resource looks at how manatees are becoming an endangered species and how these majestic creatures have been mistaken for mermaids. There is an information text and associated questions and worksheets which will allow pupils to investigate further. One of the questions requires pupils to work out 20% of a given statistic. This resource will support World Oceans Day / World Environment Day and any investigation into conservation. Suitable for ages 10+
Building confidence in spelling, punctuation and grammar 3
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Building confidence in spelling, punctuation and grammar 3

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This bundle of four Power Point presentations aims to build confidence in spelling, punctuation and grammar within the wider context of caring for the environment. A quiz tests knowledge of plurals, prefixes, apostrophes and commas. Informative texts highlight the problem of plastic waste in our seas and oceans.One of the resources focuses on the albatross and makes reference to Sir David Attenborough’s attempt to shine a light on the problem of pollution in our seas and oceans. The intent is to open up debate and discussion and to promote independent research into environmental issues whilst also honing fundamental writing skills. Answers are provided to quizzes to ensure ease of marking. Suitable for ages 8+
Bundle of comprehensions
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Bundle of comprehensions

8 Resources
This bundle of eight Power Point resources includes a host of comprehensions on various topics ranging from hamsters to hoodies and even outer space. You will find puzzles such as crosswords in many of them which will enhance learning and make the lesson more fun, or could be printed off as extension/homework tasks. The comprehensions will suit a wide range of abilities and ages: there is something for everyone here. Suitable for ages 7+
informative writing on the dangers of global warming
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informative writing on the dangers of global warming

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This Power Point uses persuasive writing techniques to inform us of the dangers of global warming. Pupils are asked to retrieve information and identify specific techniques from the text in a series of related questions. They are asked to design a poster outlining four simple things we could do to slow down global warming. Anagrams of key words from the text need to be solved. Useful links are given to promote further investigation. This resource will support research about pollution, global warming and climate change. Ideal for promoting discussion and independent research.I include a word document about polar bears and how they are adapted to the Arctic environment. Pupils are asked to consider the dangers polar bears face and to question whether global warming is the only issue. Is there more we could do to help them?Moreover, I include a Planet Patrol puzzle which contains over twenty interlocked words concerning conservation issues which could be easily differentiated according to ability. All answers provided. Suitable for ages 10+
Jellyfish and sea turtle facts and information on plastic pollution
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Jellyfish and sea turtle facts and information on plastic pollution

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This resource includes some facts about jellyfish and an interesting newspaper report about a sea turtle who manages to eat a jellyfish without suffering any bad consequences. Pupils are invited to investigate further by finding out more information about these two wonderful creatures and what they like to eat. Simple instructions on how to draw each creature are given. Ideal when studying seas and oceans and when encouraging independent investigations of marine animals. I include a word document about the problem of plastic waste in our seas and oceans . Pupils can read the article and discuss ways in which they can take some responsibiliity for this growing problem. Ideas from Greenpeace are put forward and students are required to contribute more of their own suggestions. Suitable for age 7+
Save the sea turtles informative writing and the problem of plastic waste.
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Save the sea turtles informative writing and the problem of plastic waste.

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This animated Powerpoint presents pupils with information about the endangered leatherback sea turtle and highlights the problems faced by this creature as its numbers decline. One of the problems it faces is plastic pollution which is all too prevalent in our seas and oceans. Plastic bags are mistaken for the jelly-fish that the turtles love to eat. Worrying statistics are given about the growing problem of plastic in the ocean environment and a quote from Sir David Attenborough is displayed to highlight the need to act with some urgency before it is too late. The resource will prove useful alongside clips from the Blue Planet series and should inspire further research, provocative posters and persuasive writing. I include information in a word document which could be easily used as a homework task or for further research on sea turtles. The planet patrol wordsearch contains over twenty interlocked words in a grid concerning conservation issues and could be easily differentiated to suit different abilities. All answers provided. Included is a word document about the problem with plastic waste and includes some advice from Greenpeace. Students are invited to contribute ideas of their own and to design a poster conveying this problem in our marine environments. Suitable for ages 8+
Albatrosses, Attenborough and the problem of plastic waste
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Albatrosses, Attenborough and the problem of plastic waste

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This animated Powerpoint presents pupils with information about the wandering albatross and the problems it faces with fishing boats and plastic waste. Pupils will learn about this endangered bird with its enormous wing span and how it glides across the Southern Ocean for huge distances in search of food. Pupils are asked to consider the challenges this creature faces in its quest for food and hear David Attenborough's warning about pollution in our seas and oceans as brought to our attention in the Blue Planet series. Students are asked to create their own eye catching poster and to use their persuasive writing skills in order to redress the problem of plastic waste. I include a puzzle entitled Planet Patrol concerning conservation issues as an added extra. All answers are provided.A word document is also included concerning the problem of plastic waste and includes some advice from Greenpeace. Pupils are asked to contribute their own ideas by adding to the list. These resources are intended to promote discussion and will encourage independent research and further investigation. Suitable for ages 8+
The trouble with toothpaste
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The trouble with toothpaste

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This Power Point looks at the ingredients within modern toothpastes and compares well known brands. It takes a humorous look at historical remedies for tooth ache through the ages and advocates why regular tooth brushing is so important. This resource could be used when discussing fluoride additions to water and is suitable for students aged 11+ This would be ideal to promote a homework investigation into toothpaste branding.
Pastry Poster Healthy Eating
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Pastry Poster Healthy Eating

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This poster shows how pastry can in fact be classed as being part of a healthy diet as long as other food groups are also included in your diet overall. This resource is useful for students studying healthy eating patterns and also embarking on cooking simple recipes for themselves as they become more independent. Suitable for ages 10+
bundle of writing skills : informative, descriptive, persuasive
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bundle of writing skills : informative, descriptive, persuasive

5 Resources
I have bundled together five resources which explore the techniques of writing to inform, persuade, describe and entertain. These resources explore different formats and structural devices and give ideas for students to write and develop their own style to suit various real life scenarios and a range of different audiences. Suitable for ages 10+
bundle of water based investigations
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bundle of water based investigations

10 Resources
I have bundled together ten resources which investigate some of the wondrous creatures that inhabit the seas and oceans and use bioluminescence to their advantage. I include two quizzes about the properties of water which include inspiring quotes and poetry which will prompt further investigation into and discussion about the natural world. Other resources take inspiration from David Attenborough and focus on the problem of plastic waste within our seas and oceans. Suitable for ages 10+
water quiz and the problem of plastic waste in seas and oceans
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water quiz and the problem of plastic waste in seas and oceans

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This animated Power Point has twenty questions all to do with water and its properties. The questions test scientific and geographical knowledge. This resource includes a poem about the sea which is told rather like a riddle. This quiz can be dropped into any lesson concerning water and could be used as a resource for revision or to kick start further investigation and independent research. I include a word document about the problem of plastic waste in our seas and oceans which includes some advice from Greenpeace. Students are invited to contribute ideas of their own to help solve this growing problem and they are encouraged to design a poster outlining the issue. Suitable for ages 8+
water quiz and poem
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water quiz and poem

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This animated Power point contains twenty questions about water and tests scientific and geographical knowledge. All answers are included. A poem is revealed in the form of a riddle about the sea and inspirational quotes are included to get pupils thinking more about conservation. This quiz could be dropped into any lesson when investigating the properties of water, or more generally seas and oceans. Suitable for ages 10+
comprehension : deep sea bioluminescence and the firefly squid
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comprehension : deep sea bioluminescence and the firefly squid

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This word document accompanies the PowerPoint presentation on bioluminescence which can be found in my shop. This resource can be used together with the Power Point or as a stand alone activity. Pupils are given detailed information explaining what bioluminescence is and, in particular, how marine creatures such as the firefly squid use it to their advantage. Pupils are asked comprehension questions and invited to explore further by drawing diagrams or , more generally, investigating Japan and engaging in their own independent research. This resource is suitable for ages 10+ and contains scientific terminology which may require further explanation. Links are given to useful websites.
comprehension: bio-luminescence in marine creatures
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comprehension: bio-luminescence in marine creatures

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This Power Point explains what bioluminescence is and explores in particular how the firefly squid exhibits this strange phenomenon. Detailed information is given in a fifteen slide presentation. Pupils are asked questions about the information given and asked to make further investigations, including drawing diagrams to show where the photophore cells might be found on the squid or, more generally, about Japan itself. This resource will promote discussion and further scientific exploration whilst testing comprehension skills. Included is a worksheet to aid independent research. Suitable for ages 10+
seashore studies
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seashore studies

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I have bundled together three resources which will be useful when studying seas, oceans and beaches. Two of the resources take the form of quizzes and the Summertime resource is a description of a walk on the beach where the audience guess the items that have been scavenged on the shore-line. Suitable for ages 7+
seashore quiz
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seashore quiz

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This animated Power Point tests knowledge of the sea shore. Each question has three possible answers. The correct answer is revealed on the shell motif and extra information is revealed below. Extra points can be awarded for lengthier answers such as giving two reasons why crabs have claws. A score card , feedback and full answers are given at the end. Suitable for ages 7+
bioluminescence and ocean research
jlimbjlimb

bioluminescence and ocean research

5 Resources
This bundle includes five resources which will support independent research on seas and oceans and in particular investigations into bioluminescence. I have included quizzes, comprehensions and ideas for further research as well as links to useful sites. This package will be useful for World Oceans Day and beyond. Suitable for ages 10+