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I'm Head of History and have also taught Maths, English, Religious Studies. I enjoy creating my own resources and try, whenever possible, to insert a splash of humour into them; I find this makes them more memorable, fun and therefore effective.

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I'm Head of History and have also taught Maths, English, Religious Studies. I enjoy creating my own resources and try, whenever possible, to insert a splash of humour into them; I find this makes them more memorable, fun and therefore effective.
Maths revision - Year 5
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Maths revision - Year 5

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This is a **FREE sample **of my big revision pack. Please see my shop for a **complete set **of termly revision packs (nine in total, including a bumper summer edition!) A comprehensive revision pack for Year 5 that covers all the topics that will be in the Spring end of term Abacus test. Also useful for general revision topics including: • Place Value • Decimals • Multiplying/Dividing by 10, 100 & 1000 • Rounding numbers • Squared and square root …and much more!
The Magna Carta
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The Magna Carta

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This History Rocks! resource looks at the Magna Carta. Suitable for the unit ‘Significant turning points in British History’ or KS3 CE. A comprehensive learning resource with lots of activities. Key questions and dates; check up questions, trickier questions, class and group activities. Cross-curricular ideas, further information for study, books, apps and trips. So much to explore! Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
Attacking and defending a castle
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Attacking and defending a castle

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This FREE *History Rocks! *resource looks at attacking and defending a castle. Suitable for KS2 or as a KS3 introduction to the topic. A fun learning resource with key words, activities and further research. Differentiated tasks: all pupils answer the Tasks questions which will give them a basic understanding of the topic. The* Think *questions extend them more. Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy. Please check out my shop for other History Rocks! resources as well as lots more!
Mary, Queen of Scots
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Mary, Queen of Scots

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This History Rocks! resource looks at Mary, Queen of Scots. A fun learning resource with key words, activities and further research. Differentiated tasks: all pupils answer the Tasks questions which will give them a basic understanding of the topic. The* Think *questions extend them more. Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
The Spanish Armada
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The Spanish Armada

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This History Rocks! resource looks at the Spanish Armada. A comprehensive learning resource with lots of activities. Key questions and dates; check up questions, trickier questions, class and group activities. Cross-curricular ideas, further information for study, books, apps and trips. So much to explore! Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
Victorian Child Workers
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Victorian Child Workers

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This History Rocks! resource looks at Victorian child workers. A fun learning resource with key words, activities and further research. A variety of different sources for pupils to read and look at to help them understand why children worked and what conditions were like. Differentiated tasks: all pupils answer the Activity questions which will give them a basic understanding of the topic. The* Think *question extend them more and there are extension activities too. Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
Naseby
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Naseby

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This History Rocks! resource looks at The Battle of Naseby. A fun learning resource with key words, activities and further research. Differentiated tasks: all pupils answer the Tasks questions which will give them a basic understanding of the topic. The* Think *questions extend them more. Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
Marston Moor
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Marston Moor

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This History Rocks! resource looks at Marston Moor. A fun learning resource with key words, activities and further research. Differentiated tasks: all pupils answer the Tasks questions which will give them a basic understanding of the topic. The* Think *questions extend them more. Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
Charles I
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Charles I

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This History Rocks! resource looks at Charles I. A fun learning resource with key words, activities and further research. Differentiated tasks: all pupils answer the Tasks questions which will give them a basic understanding of the topic. The* Think *questions extend them more. Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
Victorian Child Mine workers
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Victorian Child Mine workers

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This History Rocks! resource looks at Victorian mine workers. A fun learning resource with key words, activities and further research. A variety of different sources for pupils to read and look at to help them understand why children worked and what conditions were like. Differentiated tasks: all pupils answer the Activity questions which will give them a basic understanding of the topic. The* Think *question extend them more and there are extension activities too. Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
The English Civil War
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The English Civil War

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This History Rocks! resource looks at the start of The English Civil War A fun learning resource with key words, activities and further research. Differentiated tasks: all pupils answer the Tasks questions which will give them a basic understanding of the topic. The* Think *questions extend them more. Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
WW1 Fighter Pilots
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WW1 Fighter Pilots

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This History Rocks! resource looks at WW1 fighter pilots and how planes were used. A fun learning resource with key words, activities and further research. Differentiated tasks: all pupils answer the Tasks questions which will give them a basic understanding of the topic. The* Think *questions extend them more. Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
Year 5 Maths - devise own questions
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Year 5 Maths - devise own questions

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A useful resource for homework or revision. Year 5 level but could be adapted. Pupils create their own questions (and work out the answers) to test each other! Pupils write their own questions on the following: 5 QUESTIONS INVOLVING FRACTIONS OR SIMPLIFYING A QUESTION ON FINDING ANGLES (DRAW THE LINES WITH A RULER!) A QUESTION INVOLVING MONEY – WORD PROBLEM THREE ADDITION AND THREE SUBTRACTION QUESTIONS (COLUMN METHOD) A WORD PROBLEM REQUIRING MORE THAN TWO LEVELS OF WORKING AND ANSWERS
Year 7/8 CE Revision - 1485-1558
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Year 7/8 CE Revision - 1485-1558

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A comprehensive revision pack for Common Entrance. This pack will test their knowledge, understanding of sources and ability to answer short essay style questions effectively. Covers the period from Henry VII to Mary I. Three main sections: Section A: Short answers on Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI and Mary I. Total of 65 marks. Section B: Short source questions to test their comprehension and understanding of sources. Total of 15 marks. Section C: Total of two short questions to answer from two different sections: a) War / Rebellion b) Government / Religion Total of 20 marks.
Why the Spanish Armada was sent
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Why the Spanish Armada was sent

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This *History Rocks! *resource looks at why the Spanish Armada was sent. Differentiated tasks: all pupils answer the Tasks questions which will give them a basic understanding of the topic. The* Think *questions extend them more. Done with a splash of humour that your pupils will enjoy.
CE PPT revision quiz 1485-1558
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CE PPT revision quiz 1485-1558

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A detailed PPT quiz for Common Entrance revision. Covers the period from Henry VII to Mary I (1485-1558) Lots of questions, pictures and answers included! Makes for a great revision lesson and includes answers sheet in Word format.
Anglo-Saxon and Viking revision booklet
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Anglo-Saxon and Viking revision booklet

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A revision booklet for Anglo-Saxons and Vikings. This style of booklet is great for revision, mixing key facts, points and information with little drawings and things for pupils to add to personalise it. Suitable for Year 4, but can be adapted. Instructions: Print out both sheets Photocopy them back to back to a double sided sheet. Booklet will then fold in and back on itself to create an 8 page revision booklet!
Maths Starter (Y4-6)
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Maths Starter (Y4-6)

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A fun Maths starter, suitable for Year 4-6. Pupils have to find the missing sign (plus; minus; times; divide) that fits between the numbers in order to get the correct answer. They can use any sign they want, but the numbers have to stay in the same order. Can be used as a daily starter and then keep a league table showing results!