This resource contains all you need to set up your own general election in school. it could be used with a class, a year group or the whole school. It is an ideal way for pupils to learn what elections are all about. This mock election resource involves the pupils creating their own political party. The pack contains: - An Explanation and Task PowerPoint - Voting Registration Card Template - Ballot Paper Template - Postal Vote Application Template - Eligible Voter Register - Tally Counter - ManifestoTemplate - Election Officers Team Planner - Political Party Planner Thinking of publishing your own resources? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a 40-question PowerPoint quiz on Bastille Day ( La Fête Nationale) and the French Revolution. Bastille Day is France's National Day and takes place on the 14th of July. The quiz can be used for individuals or teams. There is a sheet for individuals/teams to record answers. The answers to the questions can be found by clicking on the flag image on the bottom right-hand corner of each slide. There are three possible answers provided. Sample questions include: On what date is Bastille Day? What is Bastille Day known as in France? In what year did the storming of the Bastille take place? What was the Bastille? Who was King Louis XVI’s wife? Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. The resource can be found in the zip file when you download it. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Bastille Day Presentation This resource contains a fully editable and informative 60-slide PowerPoint presentation on Bastille Day and the French Revolution. It also contains three hyperlinks to the French National anthem, an animated video of the history of Bastille Day and Bastille Day celebrations in Paris. Bastille Day Puzzle Pack- Differentiated Word Searches, Anagrams and Crosswords The puzzle pack contains a set of ten differentiated word searches, anagram puzzles and crosswords on words and vocabulary connected with the French Revolution and Bastille Day/La Fête Nationale which takes place on the 14th of July. The pack includes three word searches, four anagram puzzles and three crosswords. Save money and buy all three resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Bastille Day Bundle

This resource contains an interesting and informative 50-slide PowerPoint presentation on American Independence Day which takes place on the fourth July. The presentation focuses on: the key events leading to the Revolutionary War the Stamp Act and The Tea Act the Boston Tea Party the setting up of Congress the Revolutionary War the United States of America Flag the Declaration of Independence the Statue of Liberty Independence Day celebrations The PowerPoint also contains hyperlinks to a short video on the history of Independence Day, Independence Day parades and firework displays and the United States national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner. Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. The resource can be found in the zip file when you download it. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Fourth July - American Independence Day Quiz Check out your pupils’ understanding and knowledge of American Independence Day with this accompanying 36-question PowerPoint quiz. Fourth July - American Independence Day Puzzle Pack The puzzle pack contains a set of nine differentiated word searches, anagram puzzles, and crosswords. The pack includes three word searches, four anagram puzzles, and two crosswords. Save money and buy three resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Fourth July - American Independence Day - Presentation, Quiz and Puzzle Pack Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a fully editable and informative 85-slide PowerPoint presentation on 'Black History Month' which is celebrated in October in the UK and February in the USA and Canada. This resource helps to contribute to the students' Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development by finding out about the history and heritage of communities and the lives of those that overcame the challenges they faced. It includes the history of Black History Month / African-American History Month, the Slave Trade, the Abolition of Slavery, the Civil Rights Movement and its campaign to get human and civil rights for African- Americans, influential people in the civil rights movement - Rosa Parkes, Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther King, Muhammad Ali, Nelson Mandela - significant events in the struggle for human and civil rights - the Great March on Washington, Tommie Smith and John Carlos' salute at the 1968 Mexico Olympics, the American Civil War and the debate about the appropriateness of 'Black History Month' The PowerPoint also contains hyperlinks to Bob Marley's 'Buffalo Soldiers,' Martin Luther's 'I have a dream' speech, Nelson Mandela's story, and an interview with Morgan Freeman's explaining why he does not want a 'Black History Month. Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. A simple text version of this resource, more suitable for younger / SEN pupils is also available: Simple Text Black History Presentation You may also be interested in: Black History Month 50 Question Quiz More Black History Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a 30 slide presentation on Brexit and the triggering of Article 50. This presentation outlines what this historic and momentous occasion means for the United Kingdom. You may also be interested in: Brexit: Two Years Later - PowerPoint Presentation This resource contains a 60-slide presentation on Brexit and where the United Kingdom is in this process two years after the triggering of Article 50. It makes reference to: * The origins of the European Union * The triggering of Article 50 * The resignation of David Cameron * The snap election * The terms hard and soft Brexit * Key Brexit dates * The resignations' of David Davis and Boris Johnson The PowerPoint contains hyperlinks to short videos on the European Union, David Cameron's resignation speech and David Davis' resignation speech. Save money and buy both resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Brexit Bundle For more inspiring educational resources visit Inspire and Educate Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a pack of suggested activities for english and drama on VE Day (Victory in Europe Day). It includes: links to VE Day celebrations annotated photographs of VE Day descriptive writing templates of VE Day drama template for VE Day Please note, the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be very grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource up to the same value of your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: VE Day - 70 Slide Presentation This resource contains an informative and fully editable 70-slide PowerPoint presentation on VE Day. The PowerPoint focuses on: A brief outline of World War II The surrender by Germany The celebrations that took place in the UK and around the world Annual VE celebrations The 75th anniversary of VE Day celebrations The presentation also includes links to: Sir Winston Churchill’s VE Day radio broadcast King George VI radio broadcast President Truman’s radio broadcast The Last Post and Reveille Scenes of celebration in London and around the word on VE Day To Scotland’s 51st Highland Division pipers’ playing ‘The Battle is O’er’ in Bremerhaven The presentation ends with some reflective questions. VE Day - Set of 8 Texts and Comprehensions This resource contains a set of 8 texts and comprehensions on VE Day. The content of the texts is the same as that in the presentation: A brief outline of World War II The surrender by Germany The celebrations that took place in the UK and around the world Annual VE celebrations The 75th anniversary of VE Day celebrations VE Day - 30 Question Quiz This resource contains a 30 question PowerPoint quiz on VE Day (Victory in Europe Day). The quiz can be administered in a variety of ways - to individuals or teams. The answers can be found by clicking on the VE Day image on the bottom right hand corner of each slide. Answers can be given either as you go through the quiz or at the end. An answer sheet is provided to allow individuals/teams to record their answers. VE Day Puzzle Pack This resource contains 9 differentiated puzzles with answers: 3 word searches 3 anagram puzzles 3 crosswords Save money and buy all the VE Day resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: VE Day Bundle

This resource contains a fully editable and informative, simple text, 60-slide PowerPoint presentation on D-Day, the Normandy landings and its significance in World War II. The PowerPoint focuses on: A brief introduction to D-Day and why it took place The preparations for D-Day Operation Overlord The 80th anniversary of D-Day The presentation contains video links to a short video on D-Day and to interviews with D-Day veterans. Please note, the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. A more detailed version of this presentation, more appropriate for secondary aged pupils, is also available: D-Day -60 Slide Presentation You may also be interested in: D-Day - 50 Question Quiz D-Day Puzzle Pack - Differentiated Word Searches, Anagram Puzzles, Crosswords D-Day Set of Texts and Comprehensions Save money and buy all the D-Day resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: D-Day Bundle VE Day -75-slide Presentation Twenty Assembly Presentations - Just £19.99

This is a word search on Bastille Day / La Fête Nationale which takes place on the 14th July. You may also be interested in: Bastille Day Puzzle Pack - Differentiated Word Searches, Anagrams, Crosswords This Bastille Day puzzle pack contains a set of ten differentiated word searches, anagram puzzles and crosswords on words and vocabulary connected with the French Revolution and Bastille Day/La Fête Nationale. The pack includes three word searches, four anagram puzzles and three crosswords. Bastille Day Presentation This resource contains a fully editable and informative 60-slide PowerPoint presentation on Bastille Day. The PowerPoint focuses on: The causes of the French Revolution The key events of the French Revolution King Louis XVI The Three Estates The French Flag The French National Anthem The establishment of Bastille Day Bastille Day celebrations The PowerPoint also includes 3 hyperlinks to the French National anthem, a video of the history of Bastille Day and the French Revolution and Bastille Day celebrations in Paris. Bastille Day Quiz The quiz can be used for individuals or teams. There is a sheet for individuals/teams to record answers. The answers to the questions can be found by clicking on the flag image on the bottom right- hand corner of each slide. Sample questions include: On what date is Bastille Day? What is Bastille Day known as in France? In what year did the storming of the Bastille take place? What was the Bastille? Who was the King of France at the time of the storming of the Bastille? Who was King Louis XVI’s wife? Save money and buy all three resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Bastille Day Bundle Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This is a sample text and comprehension from a resource containing a set of 11 texts and comprehension questions (with answers). It is an ideal resource for Martin Luther King Day in January and Black History Month in October. See below for details. Martin Luther King Fact Sheets and Comprehensions This resource contains 11 texts and sets of comprehension questions on the life and work of civil rights leader, Martin Luther King. It is also an ideal resource for Black History Month (African-American Month) that falls in October in the UK and February in the USA and will help students’ Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development by learning about the history and heritage of communities and the lives of those that overcame the challenges they faced. You may also be interested in: Martin Luther King Presentation This is a fully editable, 62 slide presentation about Martin Luther King Junior. The PowerPoint makes reference to - his parents and family, his schooling and education, involvement and leadership in the civil rights movement leading campaigns, his impact upon civil right reforms. The PowerPoint also contains hyperlinks to some of his famous speeches - I Have a Dream, The Mountaintop and The Drum Major. There are also links to a short video presentation of his life and the hymn sung at his funeral. Martin Luther King Simple Text Presentation Martin Luther King Quotes Posters For more inspiring educational resources visit Inspire and Educate Thinking of publishing your own resources? Check out this step by step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author T

This resource contains a short quiz on Black History Month (African-American Month). You may also be interested in: Black History Month - 50 Question PowerPoint Quiz This is a fully editable, 50 question PowerPoint quiz on Black History Month. There are 3 multiple choice answers. Sample questions: 1. Where can most black Americans trace back their original roots to? 2. What was the name of the operation that helped slaves escape to the North of America during the mid-1800s? 3. Who refused to give up her seat to a white passenger? 4. Which British Member of Parliament, led the anti-slavery movement in the UK? 5. What was the name of the anti-slavery book written by American author, Harriet Beecher Stowe? Black History Month Presentation This resource is a fully editable and informative 87-slide PowerPoint presentation on Black History Month. It focuses on: - The History of Black History Month - The Slave Trade - The Abolition of Slavery - The Civil Rights Movement - Influential people in civil rights movement - Rosa Parks Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther King, Nelson Mandela - Significant events - The Great March on Washington, salute at 1968 Olympics - The debate about the appropriateness of Black History Month The presentation also contains hyperlinks to Bob Marley's 'Buffalo Soldiers,' Martin Luther's 'I Have a Dream' speech, Nelson Mandela's story and an interview with Morgan Freeman explaining why he does not want a Black History Month. A simple text version of the PowerPoint is also available: Simple Text Black History Month Presentation Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step by Step Guide

This resource contains 36-question PowerPoint quiz on American Independence Day which takes place on the 4th July. The quiz can be used for individuals or teams. There is a sheet for individuals/teams to record answers. The answers to the questions can be found by clicking on the flag image on the bottom right- hand corner of each slide. Sample questions include: On what day is Independence Day in the United States of America? How many American colonies were part of the British Empire? What was the name of the petition Congress sent to King George III to see if they could avoid going to war? Who was the Commander-in-Chief of the colonists’ army? On what date was the Declaration of Independence approved? You may also be interested in: American Independence Day Presentation This resource contains a fully editable and informative 50-slide PowerPoint presentation on the United States Independence Day. It focuses on: the key events leading to the Revolutionary War the Stamp Act and The Tea Act the Boston Tea Party the setting up of Congress the Revolutionary War the United States of America Flag the Declaration of Independence the Statue of Liberty Independence Day celebrations The PowerPoint contains hyperlinks to a short video about American Independence Day, to Independence Day celebrations - parades and firework displays and to the United States national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner. Save money and buy both resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: American Independence Day - Presentation and Quiz Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains 11 fact sheets and reflective written tasks (8 worksheets) on Martin Luther King. It is an ideal resource for Martin Luther King Day in January and Black History Month (African-American Month) that falls in October in the UK and February in the USA and will help students’ Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development by learning about the history and heritage of communities and the lives of those that overcame the challenges they faced. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Martin Luther King Presentation This resource contains a fully editable, 62 slide presentation on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Junior, the famous civil rights leader. The PowerPoint makes reference to his parents and family, his schooling and education, involvement and leadership in the civil rights movement leading campaigns, his impact upon civil right reforms. The PowerPoint also contains hyperlinks to some of his famous speeches - I Have a Dream, The Mountaintop and The Drum Major. There are links to a short video presentation of his life and the hymn sung at his funeral. A simple text version of the above PowerPoint is also available: Martin Luther King Simple Text Presentation Martin Luther King Quotes Posters This resource contains a set of 5 inspiring Martin Luther King quote posters. There are four versions of this resource; one set on a black background, the other on a white background with two different fonts. More Black History Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a 16-page booklet and a 10-page workbook on Nelson Mandela, the inspirational anti-apartheid leader, and activist. The booklet contains information about the life and achievements of Nelson Mandela. The workbook contains a set of comprehension exercises and reflective tasks on Nelson Mandela. It is an ideal resource for display and to promote discussion on Nelson Mandela Day which is celebrated on his birthday, the 18th of July. It is also suitable for Black History Month (African-American Month) which takes place in October in the UK and February in the USA. Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Nelson Mandela Presentation Nelson Mandela - 50 Question PowerPoint Quiz Save money and buy both resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Nelson Mandela Presentation and Quiz Nelson Mandela Puzzle Pack - Differentiated Word Searches, Anagram Puzzles, Crosswords Nelson Mandela Set of 30 Quotes Posters Buy all the Nelson Mandela resources in a big bundle and make a massive saving: Nelson Mandela Bundle More Black History Resources Desmond Tutu Presentation Martin Luther King Presentation Rosa Parks Presentation Black History Month Presentation More Black History Resources

This is a fully editable, informative and poignant 85-slide PowerPoint presentation on the theme of Armistice Day / Remembrance Day / Remembrance Sunday / Poppy Day. The resource could be used for an assembly or series of assemblies leading up to, and on, Remembrance Day or for use with a tutor group. It is divided into 7 sections: What is Remembrance Day and why we have it. World War 1 Armistice Day Remembrance Day The Poppy The British Legion How those soldiers who gave their lives are remembered The resource contains extracts from a soldier’s diary, hyperlinks to a recitation of Robert Binyon’s poem ‘For the Fallen’, Rudyard Kipling’s My Boy Jack, World War 1 veteran, Edward Francis’ poem about his friend ‘Spotty’, a short interview with Harry Patch - the last surviving member of the World War 1 from any country, Rupert Brooke’s poem ‘The Soldier’, John McCrae’s poem ‘In Flanders Fields’, interviews with other veterans of the First World War, the song ‘The Green Fields of France’ by John McDermott, a recitation of Moina Michael’s poem ‘We Shall Keep the Faith.’ The last slide contains the Last Post. You may also be interested in: Remembrance Day Two Minutes Silence This is a 65-slide PowerPoint presentation designed to be used for the 2 minutes silence. It begins with the Last Post and ends with the Reveille and has been set to play automatically. The powerful and poignant images have been carefully selected and show scenes of World War 1 World War 2 Current soldiers in the Armed Forces War Graves War memorials This slide show will help pupils who find it difficult to focus during the two minutes silence to understand why we have Remembrance Day and what was like for both the soldiers on the front line and their families back home. The slides could also be used for follow-up work with the pupils to provoke discussion and provide a stimulus for writing activities and for display purposes. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This is a fully editable, simple text, 60 slide PowerPoint presentation on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Junior, the famous civil rights leader. It is an ideal resource for Martin Luther King Day which is celebrated on the third Monday in January, around the time of his birthday. It is also appropriate for Black History Month (African-American Month) that falls in October in the UK and February in the USA. The PowerPoint makes reference to his family background, his schooling and education, his involvement and leadership in the civil rights movement, leading campaigns and his impact upon civil right reforms. The PowerPoint contains hyperlinks to some of his famous speeches - I have a dream, the mountaintop, the drum major. There are also links to a short video presentation of his life and the hymn sung at his funeral. Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. A more detailed PowerPoint on Martin Luther King, more suitable for older students, is also available: Martin Luther King Presentation You may also be interested in: Martin Luther King Information Text and Comprehensions This resource contains a set of 8 comprehension questions (and answers) on the life and achievements of civil rights leader, Martin Luther King. There is also a set of more challenging extension tasks for higher achieving students. Martin Luther King Quotes Posters This resource contains 5 inspiring quotes about equality and civil rights by Martin Luther King. There are two versions of this resource; one set on a white background, the other on a black background. These resources will help to contribute to students’ Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development by learning about the history and heritage of communities and the lives of those that overcame the challenges they faced. Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: **How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide **

This resource contains a set of thirteen fact sheets and comprehensions about the life and work of Queen Elizabeth II who sadly died on the 8th of September 2022 at the age of 96. Queen Elizabeth II was the first British monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, celebrating seventy years of service. She became Queen on 6th February 1952 when she was just 25 years old. The Queen continued to carry out her Royal duties right up until her death and was a truly inspirational person. The texts focus on: The Queen's interests and hobbies The Queen's education The Queen's family The Queen's residences The Queen's tasks and duties The Queen's Coronation Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Queen Elizabeth II - 125 Slide Presentation Queen Elizabeth II - 95 Slide, Simple Text Presentation King Charles III - 95 Slide Presentation Queen Elizabeth II Puzzle Pack – Crosswords, Word Searches, Anagrams and Cryptograms Queen Elizabeth II Bundle Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This is a fully editable, 50-question PowerPoint quiz on Bonfire Night, Guy Fawkes and Fireworks. it is an ideal resource for use in lessons/ assemblies around Bonfire Night / Guy Fawkes Night. There are 3 multiple choice answers. It can be administered in a variety of ways - to individuals or teams. Answers can be given either as you go through the quiz or at the end. An answer sheet is provided to record answers. Sample questions: What did Guy Fawkes change his Christian name to? What religion was Guy Fawkes? Which monarch was reigning at the time of the Gunpowder Plot? How many barrels of gunpowder are said to have been hidden under the House of Lords? When arrested what false name did Guy Fawkes give? In which country were fireworks invented? Who was the Catherine Wheel firework named after? How old do you need to be before you are allowed to buy fireworks? In ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring’ which character is famous for fireworks? In the Harry Potter stories by J. K. Rowling one of the characters is named Fawkes, what kind of creature is it? The PowerPoint also contains a hyperlink to the world’s top ten firework displays. You may also be interested in: Guy Fawkes and The Gunpowder Plot Presentation This resource contains a fully editable, 45-slide PowerPoint on Guy Fawkes and his role in the Gunpowder Plot and how this has resulted in Bonfire Night. The PowerPoint ends with questions for discussion. There are hyperlinks to two videos about Guy Fawkes and Gunpowder Plot. Bonfire Night and Firework Safety Presentation This is 70-slide presentation on fireworks and firework safety. It includes a history of fireworks, firework records, interesting facts about fireworks, the law and fireworks, the firework code and how to stay safe on Bonfire Night. It also contains links to firework Guinness World Records, Handel’s firework music, three firework safety videos - one for very young children, one for primary aged pupils and one for secondary pupils. Thinking of publishing your own resources? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful Tes Author: Step-By-Step Guide