This comprehensive script delves into the rich tapestry of beliefs held by one of history’s most fascinating civilizations. Students will explore the pantheon of gods and goddesses, the significance of the afterlife, and the rituals and symbols that permeated daily Egyptian life. Key features of this resource include: Educational Script: A meticulously crafted script that combines educational content with theatrical storytelling, allowing students to engage with the material in a memorable way. Character List: A detailed list of characters, including pharaohs, priests, deities, and everyday citizens, offering a role for every student to experience the world of Ancient Egypt firsthand. Prop Recommendations: A curated list of props that will transport the audience to the land of pyramids and sphinxes, enhancing the visual impact of the assembly. Adaptations for Different Audiences: Suggestions on how to modify the script to cater to various year groups and school types, ensuring that the assembly is inclusive and appropriate for all viewers. The resource is conveniently delivered in a PDF format, making it simple to print and share with the cast. If you need to adjust the script to better suit your specific assembly needs or to add your creative touch, you can easily upload the PDF to Google Docs, where it becomes fully editable. This class assembly script not only serves as a platform for an entertaining performance but also as a valuable educational resource that encourages students to delve into the beliefs and practices of the Ancient Egyptians. After your journey through ancient mythology with this script, continue to enrich your classroom with the extensive range of resources available on the TES website. We offer a variety of materials to support and inspire educators in teaching a breadth of topics and subjects. Prepare to step back in time with the “Class Assembly Script: What Did the Ancient Egyptians Believe?” and provide your students with a class assembly that is both enlightening and awe-inspiring. Download your copy today, and let the legacy of the pharaohs come to life on your school stage!

Introducing our comprehensive Year 2 Class Assembly Script Resource – your all-in-one guide to creating an engaging and educational class assembly performance that brings Year 2 curriculum to life. This resource provides you with a detailed script that encapsulates the key learning points from Year 2. It includes a character list, ensuring each child has a role, and a recommended prop list to enrich the performance visually. Our script focuses on three core subjects: Maths: The script reflects how children in Year 2 build on their Year 1 skills, learning to add and subtract two-digit numbers, spotting simple fractions in shapes and quantities, measuring and weighing objects, telling time up to five minutes, and describing properties of 2D and 3D shapes. English: The script showcases the development of children’s phonics understanding, introduction to exception words, and their burgeoning writing skills, including handwriting and narrative composition about personal experiences. Science: Even though science isn’t part of the KS1 SATs exams, the script introduces key topics such as living things and their habitats, working scientifically, plants and their lifecycle, animals, humans and their basic needs, and uses of everyday materials. In addition to the main script, we have included a list of adaptions for other year groups and school types, ensuring this resource can be tailored to suit different educational contexts. If you need to make edits to the PDF script, simply upload it to Google Docs, where it becomes editable, providing flexibility to adjust the content to your specific needs. This unique resource is designed to be informative, instructional, professional, and approachable, embodying our commitment to support teachers in creating rich, engaging learning experiences. We encourage you to explore our other resources on the TES website for more quality educational materials. For additional support, visit The Teaching Couple, where you’ll find a wealth of helpful resources designed to enhance your teaching journey. Take the stress out of planning your class assembly with our Year 2 Class Assembly Script Resource, a tool that combines education and entertainment in a format that both students and teachers will love.

Introducing our Geography Class Assembly Script - a comprehensive, engaging, and easy-to-use resource designed to make your class assembly a resounding success! This detailed script takes your students on an exciting journey around the world, exploring different aspects of geography from the comfort of your school. Our script is tailor-made for a class assembly performance, complete with a well-structured storyline, a diverse character list, and a recommended list of props. It’s designed to educate and entertain, using dialogues, demonstrations, and visual aids to bring the world of geography alive. The script includes a range of characters from explorers and scientists to migrants and environmentalists, ensuring every student can find a role that suits them. The props list includes everyday items, making it budget-friendly and easy to organize. One of the standout features of this resource is its adaptability. We provide a list of Adaptations For Other Year Groups and School Types, ensuring that the script can be customized to suit your specific needs. Whether you’re teaching a younger class or an older group, in a rural school or an urban setting, our script can be adjusted to fit. But that’s not all! If you want to make edits to the PDF, simply upload it to Google Docs and voila - it becomes editable. You can add your unique touch, tweak dialogues, or even add new scenes. And once you’ve experienced the magic of our Geography Class Assembly Script, don’t forget to check out our other resources on the TES website. We offer a wide range of educational materials designed to make teaching and learning fun and effective. For more helpful resources, visit our website The Teaching Couple. We’re dedicated to supporting educators with high-quality, practical resources that make teaching less about stress and more about success! So why wait? Bring the world into your classroom with our Geography Class Assembly Script today! Let’s explore, learn, and respect our diverse and beautiful Earth together.

Embark on an engaging journey across the United Kingdom with this comprehensive class assembly script. This resource is designed to help educators effortlessly prepare for a class assembly that will captivate and educate both students and staff alike. Our class assembly script takes you on a tour of the United Kingdom, exploring its rich cultural diversity, historical landmarks, celebrated personalities, and cherished traditions. Students will have the opportunity to embody characters representing various regions, religions, sports, and more, fostering an environment of inclusivity and understanding. This script is not merely a narration; it’s a dynamic blend of dialogue, character interactions, and vivid descriptions that bring the spirit of the UK alive right in your school auditorium. Characters range from historical figures like Sir Isaac Newton to contemporary icons like J.K. Rowling, and representations of various students from diverse backgrounds across the UK. But the learning doesn’t stop at the script! This resource also includes a detailed list of props needed for the performance, adding a tangible dimension to the experience and making preparation easier for teachers. Whether you’re a seasoned educator looking for a fresh approach to teaching about the UK, or you’re searching for a ready-to-use, informative, and entertaining content for your next class assembly, this script is the perfect resource. Please leave us a review if you find the review useful! If you leave a review, send me a picture of the review at dan@theteachingcouple.com and I will send you some free planning resources!

Introducing our immersive 1-Week Writing Unit, designed to immerse students in the whimsical world of nursery rhymes. Using “There Was An Old Woman” and “Pussy Cat, Pussy” as starting points, this unit will guide students along a creative journey to craft their own versions of nonsense nursery rhymes. Key Details: Starting Point/Text: We begin with two classic nursery rhymes, “There Was An Old Woman” and “Pussy Cat, Pussy”, serving as inspiration and a foundation for students’ creative exploration. End of Topic (Big Writing): By the end of the unit, students will have mastered the art of writing their own version of a nonsense nursery rhyme. Imagine how exciting it would be to create your own piece of whimsical verse! Smart Notebook Slides/Models/Plans/Activities: Our comprehensive package includes captivating Smart Notebook slides, illustrative models, detailed lesson plans, and interactive activities, all designed to foster an engaging and enriching learning experience. Main Learning Outcomes: Familiarisation with Text: Students will listen to poems, identifying expressive words that add color and life to the verses. Have you ever noticed how certain words can make a poem sing? Capturing Ideas: Students will learn to identify and choose language for use in humorous text. Can you imagine the fun they’ll have playing with words and phrases? Analysing Text, Language Features and Organisation: This stage guides students to use the known structure of a verse to compose and create humorous verse. They will also learn how tools like rhyme and alliteration can inject humor into a poem. Ever wondered why “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers” sounds so amusing? Demonstration/Shared/Supported/Joint Construction Writing: In this collaborative phase, students will be guided through the process of writing their own nonsense nursery rhymes. Can’t you just imagine the joy and pride they’ll feel when they recite their own creations? It’s packed with insightful articles and useful resources for educators at all levels, from seasoned teachers to Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and Senior Leadership Teams (SLTs). Embark on this exciting journey with us and transform your students into budding poets with a knack for nonsense verse!

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!

This richly detailed script provides a window into the classrooms of yesteryear, inviting students and teachers alike to explore the evolution of education. From the strict discipline of Victorian times to the innovative approaches of the modern era, your class will present a fascinating comparison that highlights how far we’ve come. What’s included in this resource: Engaging Script: A well-researched and engaging script that captures the essence of different historical periods, complete with dialogue that reflects the language and attitudes of times gone by. Character List: A diverse list of characters representing students, teachers, and educational figures from various decades, giving every student a chance to shine. Props Recommendations: A selection of suggested props to enhance the visual storytelling and bring authenticity to each historical scene. Adaptations for Other Year Groups and School Types: Guidance on how to adjust the script for different age groups and educational settings, ensuring the assembly is inclusive and appropriate for all audiences. The script is provided as a PDF document, making it easy to distribute and rehearse from. If you need to make any changes to suit your assembly’s specific requirements, you can effortlessly upload the PDF to Google Docs and edit it to your heart’s content. This assembly script is not only a tool for an entertaining performance but also a fantastic educational opportunity that encourages students to reflect on the changes in educational practices and appreciate the advancements that have been made. After delving into the history of education with this assembly script, we invite you to discover even more educational treasures on the TES website. Our wide range of resources covers various subjects and themes, perfect for enriching your teaching and engaging your students. Don’t miss the chance to provide a memorable and thought-provoking assembly. Get your “Class Assembly Script: How Was School Different in the Past” today, and prepare for an assembly that educates, entertains, and enlightens!

Year 4 - Guided Reading - The iron Giant This three week guided reading plan focuses on The Iron Giant by Ted Hughes. 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 Iron Giant Children to have the front cover of the text and first page and complete table What techniques can you see? Is the Iron Man going to be a villain or a hero? What tells you this? Children to read the text 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: How has the robot been described? What is he like? How do you feel about him? What does the front cover tell us? How is this different from the writing? What do you think will happen? Activity: Children to have a copy of this page and to highlight/text mark the engaging features. Children put in negative/positive ideas in table and then write prediction. Follow Up Tasks: -Show page as the seasons change (7/8). Questions: What words have already been used to describe him? What words do we like? How does it make us feel? Can we capture the reader’s interest anymore on this page? What language features could we use? Activity: Children to work in pairs to come up with different language features to describe the robot that will engage the reader more. (adverbial phrase/expanded noun phrase/ compound sentence/complex sentence/simile/metaphor) Spelling Focus: [SHORT ACTIVITY] Words ending in (k sound) –que Can you think of any words that end in a –k sound? -ck -k -ke Examples: focus on: unique, antique. Other words: like, leek, meek, week, weak, cake, bake etc Comprehension (differentiated): Based on finding and collecting adjective, metaphors, similes and explaining why the author has used the different phrases. Free reading – any text Free writing – any writing about the text (ideas include description of the robot/bluebird, book review, own story of where the bird came from/journey) Challenge: Can they include any of the spelling words we have focused on?

Guided Reading - The Lighthouse This week long guided reading plan focuses on The Lighthouse short story. 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 Lighthouse Book introduce Show ch the front cover on the IWB. What do you think the book will be about? Discuss with tables. Get feedback. What type of book do you think it is? Why do you think this? Show ch the blurb and read together. Does this change what you think the book might be about? Share LO: I am learning to draw inferences. Strategy check Discuss with class what strategies we could use if we were stuck on a word, what they could do when they are reading etc. Independent reading Children to read the extract by them selves. Response to text Remind ch of the LO. On the IWB have a range of questions about the text. Explain to them what the word inference means and how we answer these types of questions. Things you infer from the text, it about what you think its saying using your reasoning rather than sing concrete evidence. Read between the lines and make a well informed guess. Using Discuss the answers as a class once they have disussed with partner. What do you think Kittiwakes, Terns and Guillemots are? Why? What does “Thy way is in the sea, and my path in the great waters” Mean? What do we think the men were? Why? What phrase makes you think that the boy is scared? Recap what had happened in the extract yesterday and re read. I am learning to draw inferences about a character. Activity: Ch to use what they have read and write a paragraph describing what the men/creatures look like. Spelling Focus: [SHORT ACTIVITY] Comprehension (differentiated): Ch to read and answer the questions based on the story they have read so far. Ch to mark their answers after. Free reading – any text Free writing – writing a new introduction to the Iron Man. Challenge: Can they include any of the spelling words we have focused on?

Key Details: Year 3/4 - Pebble in my Pocket by Meredith Hooper - 3 Week English Unit 3 Week English Unit Contains Notebook IWB Slides, Models, Scaffolds for SEN, Activities, Resources. Based on Power of Reading Scheme This information book does what all information books should do: excite the reader’s interest, curiosity and sense of wonder where none may have existed. Meredith Hooper, an award winning science writer, brings her expertise and storytelling skills to the subject of the Earth’s history, beginning with the contemplation of a pebble and a question. The absorbing text and illustrations take the reader through the 480 million years of the pebble’s journey, from the spectacular furnace of volcanic eruptions to the cool seashore and the grassy field. There’s a useful timeline at the back of the book to help children grasp the enormity of geological time and the very recent appearance of humans in that story of the planet. Overall aims of this teaching sequence: ● To explore an information book in depth ● To explore themes and issues, and develop and sustain ideas through discussion ● To use creative responses to the text through drama, storytelling and artwork ● To develop creative responses to the text ● To write with confidence for real purposes and audiences

Key Details 2 Week Writing Unit - 1st Week (3 days) End of Unit (Big Writing) I am learning to/ I can: I am learning to write an information text about an ocean. -Includes: Smart Notebook Slides/Models/Plans/Activities Learning Objectives: Reading – comprehension: Pupils should be taught to: -Reading a range of non-fiction texts including information, explanations, instructions, recounts, reports Discussing how specific information is organised within a non-fiction text e.g. text boxes, sub-headings, contents, bullet points, glossary, diagrams Spoken language. Pupils should be taught to: Ask relevant questions to extend their understanding and knowledge Participate in discussions, presentations, performances, role play, improvisations and debates Writing – composition. Pupils should be taught to: -Plan and discuss what to write about e.g. story mapping, collecting new vocabulary, key words and ideas Use specific text type features to write for a range of audiences and purposes e.g. to instruct, inform, entertain, explain, discuss, persuade Write about real and fictional events Edit and improve their own writing in relation to audience and purpose Evaluate their writing with adults and peers Proofread to check for errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation Writing - vocabulary, grammar and punctuation. Pupils should be taught to: -Say, write and punctuate simple and compound sentences using the connectives and, but and or Use sentences with different forms: statement, question, command, exclamation Use commas to separate items in a list Use present tense for non-chronological reports

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.

Introducing our comprehensive 7-Lesson Unit that combines the practicality of everyday materials with the wonders of scientific inquiry and design technology. This unit is packed with interactive Smart Notebook Slides, illustrative models, detailed lesson plans, and hands-on activities that will engage students in a dynamic learning experience. Key Features: Programme of Study: Students will identify and compare the suitability of various everyday materials such as wood, metal, plastic, glass, brick, rock, paper, and cardboard for specific uses. They will also explore how the shapes of solid objects made from these materials can be altered by squashing, bending, twisting, and stretching. Working Scientifically Skills: This unit promotes scientific thinking by encouraging students to ask questions, make observations, perform simple tests, classify, suggest answers based on their findings, and gather and record data. Design Technology (DT) Integration: • Design: Students will design purposeful, functional, and appealing products based on established design criteria. They will learn to generate, develop, model, and communicate their ideas through various mediums, including drawings, templates, mock-ups, and digital technology. • Make: Learners will get hands-on experience using a range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks like cutting, shaping, joining, and finishing. They’ll also select from a wide array of materials and components, including construction materials, textiles, and ingredients, based on their properties. • Evaluate: Students will analyze and evaluate a variety of existing products and assess their own ideas and creations against design criteria. • Technical Knowledge: Students will build structures while exploring how they can be made stronger, stiffer, and more stable. This 7-Lesson Unit is more than just a series of lessons; it’s an immersive learning experience that blends science with design technology, stimulating curiosity, fostering critical thinking, and enhancing practical skills.

Introducing our captivating and informative World War I Class Assembly Script – a comprehensive PDF designed to help teachers create memorable and educational class assemblies that delve into the significant events of the Great War. This meticulously crafted script transports students back in time, immersing them in the complex history and inspiring stories of courage, perseverance, and camaraderie during WWI. Our Class Assembly script is tailored to captivate your students’ attention, fuel their curiosity, and instill a deep appreciation for the sacrifices made by countless individuals during this monumental period in history. Featuring poignant speeches from notable figures and vivid descriptions of key events, the script encourages students to explore the far-reaching consequences of the war on a global scale. Beyond the battlefield, our script also delves into the experiences of ordinary people whose lives were forever changed by the war. This unique approach offers a valuable perspective on the resilience and adaptability of communities during these trying times. With content adaptable for various subjects and age groups, this script serves as an indispensable resource for any educator. For more outstanding resources to support your teaching journey, be sure to check out our extensive collection on the TES website. You’ll discover a wealth of materials designed to cater to your specific classroom needs. Please leave us a review if you find the review useful! If you leave a review, send me a picture of the review at dan@theteachingcouple.com and I will send you some free planning resources! The Teaching Couple is committed to providing educators with innovative and engaging content that inspires both teachers and students alike. Elevate your class assemblies and lessons with our exceptional resources and discover the difference today!

Through this script, students will investigate the intricate relationships between living things and their environments, understand the concept of ecosystems, and discover how different species adapt to their surroundings. It’s a fantastic way to bring the science curriculum to life and foster environmental awareness among students. Features of this resource include: Engaging Script: A well-structured and informative script that navigates through topics such as adaptation, interdependence, and the classification of living things, all while keeping the audience engaged. Dynamic Character List: Characters that range from intrepid explorers to animals and plants, providing students with the opportunity to represent and learn about the variety of life forms and their unique habitats. Creative Props List: A selection of recommended props that will enhance the visual storytelling of the assembly, including items like animal masks, globes, and miniature ecosystems. Versatile Adaptations: Clear guidance on how to adjust the script to cater to various year groups and school types, making sure that the performance resonates with every student. The resource is presented in a PDF format for your convenience, allowing for easy distribution to your class. If you wish to customize the script to align with specific learning objectives or to better reflect your school’s ethos, you can upload the PDF to Google Docs. Once the document is in Google Docs, it becomes editable, and you can make the necessary adjustments with minimal effort. This class assembly script is more than just a presentation; it’s an interactive learning experience that encourages students to think critically about the natural world and their place within it. Don’t forget to take a look at the plethora of other educational materials available on the TES website after your assembly. We offer a diverse range of resources that span various subjects and educational stages, all designed to support teachers in creating engaging and comprehensive learning experiences. Prepare for an assembly that will transport students into the diverse world of “Living Things and Their Habitats.” Download your copy now, and watch as your class leads the school on an unforgettable expedition into the wonders of the natural world.

Elevate your school’s class assembly with our meticulously crafted “Forces and Magnets” script! Designed to captivate and educate, this resource is a perfect blend of entertainment and science education, tailored for a memorable class performance. Key Features: Comprehensive Script: Dive into a detailed script that brings the concepts of forces and magnets to life. With clear directions and engaging dialogue, students will confidently perform and demonstrate their understanding of these fundamental physical science concepts. Character List: Our resource comes with a complete list of characters, ensuring that each student can participate and find a role that suits them. From the mighty Magnetron to the fun-loving Friction family, students will enjoy embodying these educational personas. Recommended Props: To enhance the visual experience, we provide a list of suggested props that are easy to source or create. These props not only add to the visual appeal but also reinforce the educational content of the assembly. Adaptations for Various Educational Settings: Whether you’re teaching in a different year group or at a unique type of school, our resource includes a section on how to adapt the script to fit your needs. This ensures that the “Forces and Magnets” assembly is inclusive and versatile for various educational contexts. Engaging & Educational: The script is not only a tool for performance but also a means to solidify students’ understanding of scientific principles in a fun and interactive way. Additional Information: Editable Format: For those who wish to customize the script, simply upload the PDF to Google Docs. Once uploaded, the document is fully editable, allowing you to tailor the script to your class’s specific needs or preferences. Discover More: If you’re impressed with our “Forces and Magnets” class assembly script, we invite you to explore our array of educational resources available on the TES website. From interactive lesson plans to creative teaching aids, we have a wealth of materials to support and enhance your teaching experience. Why Choose Our Resource? Our “Forces and Magnets” class assembly script is more than just a performance piece; it’s a comprehensive educational tool that promotes understanding, creativity, and teamwork. It’s an excellent opportunity for students to showcase their knowledge in front of the entire school, while teachers appreciate the ease of use and adaptability of the resource.

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.

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.

Year 4 - Guided Reading - How To Train a Dragon This one week guided reading plan focuses on How To Train a Dragon by Cressida Cowell. 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: How to train your dragon by Cressida Cowell Day 1: Book introduce Show ch the front cover on the IWB. What do you think the book will be about? Discuss with tables. Get feedback. What type of book do you think it is? Why do you think this? Show ch the blurb and read together. Does this change what you think the book might be about? Share LO: I am learning to draw inferences from a piece of text. Strategy check Discuss with class what strategies we could use if we were stuck on a word, what they could do when they are reading etc. Independent reading Children to read the extract by them selves. Response to text Remind ch of the LO. On the IWB have a range of questions about the text. Explain to them what the word inference means and how we answer these types of questions. Discuss the answers as a class once they have disussed with partner. Why do you think they don’t want Hiccup to be commanding the team? Do you think they like Limpets? Why do think Hiccup had been feeling sick? How do you feel about the characters in the story? Recap what had happened in the extract yesterday and re read. Day 2: I am learning to predict what is going to happen next. Activity: Ch to complete predict based on what they have read so far what might happen next in the story. Day 3: Spelling Focus: [SHORT ACTIVITY] Words with the sound spelt ei, eigh, or ey /eɪ/ Statutory: eight, eighth, reign Other: vein, weigh, neighbour, they, obey Day 4: Comprehension (differentiated): Ch to read and answer the questions based on the story they have read so far. Ch to mark their answers after. Day 5: Free reading – any text Free writing – writing a new introduction to the Iron Man. Challenge: Can they include any of the spelling words we have focused on?