I have been a teacher for 20 years and have made a lot of resources that have worked in my classroom. You can find them on Tes . I have also made some Boomcards which you can preview on the linktree link below.
I have been a teacher for 20 years and have made a lot of resources that have worked in my classroom. You can find them on Tes . I have also made some Boomcards which you can preview on the linktree link below.
The Queens of Henry VIII: A Fascinating Classroom Resource! Bring history to life with The Queens of Henry VIII: Their Lives and Legacies! Perfect for teachers looking to engage students with captivating tales from the Tudor era.
Rich Historical Content: Dive into the lives of Henry VIII’s six wives and their influence on religion, politics, and culture.
Comprehension Questions: 29 questions ready-to-use for critical thinking and discussion activities.
Perfect for History Lessons: Explore themes like power, gender, and societal change in one of England’s most intriguing periods.
Engaging and Accessible: A well-organized format makes it easy to integrate into your lessons.
Take your students on a historical journey they’ll never forget!
Unlock the Universe in Your Classroom with this Neil Armstrong PowerPoint!
Immerse your students in the awe-inspiring world of space exploration with this captivating Neil Armstrong PowerPoint. Designed for educators seeking an engaging way to introduce the iconic figure behind the historic moon landing, this presentation is a stellar resource for classroom learning.
Transform your classroom into a launchpad for curiosity with the Neil Armstrong PowerPoint. Inspire the next generation of space enthusiasts and commemorate one of humanity’s greatest achievements.
Suitable for Primary 3 students but could suit older age groups as well.
Explore Viking History with this Viking Longship Labelling Activity! Immerse your young learners in the fascinating world of Vikings with this engaging Viking Longship Labelling Activity. This resource is designed to teach children about the intricate details of Viking longships, promoting both learning and enjoyment.
Interactive Learning: Encourage active participation as children label various parts of a Viking longship. By doing so, they not only memorize the names but also understand the significance of each component in the functioning of these historical vessels.
Versatility: Whether you’re starting a unit on Vikings or concluding a lesson about their longships, our activity fits seamlessly into your curriculum. Use it as a captivating introduction, a comprehensive research task, or a fun assessment at the lesson’s end.
Explore the Viking Invasions of Great Britain and Ireland
Use this fantastic worksheet to dive into the geography of Great Britain and the territories impacted by the Viking invasions between 793 AD and 1066 AD. Students will learn to answer the intriguing question, “Where did the Vikings come from?” with this well-crafted resource.
Key Learning Points:
Trace Viking Movements: Mark out the paths taken by the Vikings to reach Britain and identify which territories were invaded and which were not.
Reference Resources: Use alongside the detailed Viking Invasion Map (included) for an enriched learning experience.
Why Use This Resource?
Simple and Accessible: Easy to download and use, making history engaging and straightforward for students.
Teacher-Made and Reliable: Crafted by a teacher, ensuring accuracy and saving you time on fact-checking.
What Will Your Child Gain?
Geographical Knowledge: Understand where the Vikings originated and the territories they invaded in the UK and Ireland.
Historical Insight: Discover how these regions have evolved since the Viking period.
Interactive Learning: Engage in mapping and labelling activities to reinforce their learning and make history come alive.
Uncover the rich history of the Viking invasions with this comprehensive and engaging resource! Download now and embark on a historical adventure with your students!
A information sheet on Viking Longships which key stage 2 children have to read and refer to when answering a set of comprehension questions on longships.
Resouce includes
Info sheet
Comprehension questions worksheet
Empower your students with this engaging ‘Label a Roman Soldier’ worksheet! With three versions to choose from, including one for coloring, this resource allows children to showcase their knowledge while having fun.
This resource provides:
1.Comprehensive Learning: This activity provides a thorough review of Roman soldier knowledge, reinforcing key concepts.
2.Versatile Options: With three versions available, including one with answers, one without, and a coloring option, it accommodates various learning preferences.
3.Interactive Engagement: Children actively participate in labeling, enhancing retention and understanding of the topic.
4.Creative Expression: The coloring option encourages artistic expression, adding a fun element to learning about Roman soldiers.
Assessment Ready: The version with answers serves as a quick assessment tool, allowing educators to gauge students’ understanding effectively.
Whether you prefer answers provided or not, it’s a perfect fit for history lessons!"
"Immerse students in history with this ‘Battle of Hastings Word Search.’ This engaging resource, suitable for Primary History, offers a fun way to reinforce key words and terms related to the Battle of Hastings.
Words can be found vertically, horizontally, or diagonally, adding an extra layer of challenge. Ideal for class activities or homework.
An answer sheet is included for easy assessment. Bring history to life and make learning memorable with this interactive word search activity."
This Martin Luther King presentation contains 25 fully editable slides on the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Junior, the famous American civil rights leader. It is an ideal resource for Martin Luther King Day, celebrated on the third Monday in January, around the time of his birthday. Also a great resource for Black History Month 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 and the mountain top as well as a link to the hymn sung at his funeral
There are also a few questions at the end for the class to answer.
A great resource for use in a lesson or an assembly
Assess your students’ comprehension skills with this engaging Arc de Triomphe Reading Comprehension Activity! Suitable for whole class, small group, or individual use, this resource is written at a Primary 4 reading level but could be a challenge for Primary 3 or a revisor for Primary 5 and includes two pages of text, five multiple choice and five short answer questions. Answers included.
It provides a deeper understanding of the Arc de Triomphe and its significance to the people of Paris and France. Encourage discussions and enhance learning outcomes with this comprehensive resource! A great resource to learn about a Paris landmark in the year when the Olympics will take place there.
Discover the world of Viking longhouses with this engaging PowerPoint! Dive into the fascinating history behind these iconic structures, exploring everything from their construction materials to daily life inside.
Perfect for bringing Viking history to life in the classroom, this resource offers historically accurate information presented in an engaging format.
Download now to ignite your students’ curiosity about the Vikings and inspire independent research projects. Boost their confidence and public speaking skills while uncovering captivating facts together.
Suitable for Key Stage 2 Years 3-6
Viking Word Search Adventure. Dive into Norse mythology and Viking history with this engaging educational word search! Perfect for students aged 8-13, this puzzle reinforces vocabulary while exploring fascinating Viking culture.
Features:
20 carefully selected Viking-themed words
Includes key terms like Valhalla, Thor, Odin, and Berserker
Clear 14x14 grid format
Answer key included
PDF format for easy printing
** Educational Value:**
Builds vocabulary around Norse mythology
Reinforces spelling skills
Great for history units on Vikings
Perfect for classroom activities or homework
** Use as:**
Warm-up activity
Early finisher task
Homework assignment
Group work challenge
Bonus: Includes important historical terms like ‘Jarl’, ‘Berserker’, and ‘Valkyrie’ to spark discussions about Viking society and culture!
Difficulty level: Moderate - challenging enough to engage students while remaining achievable.
Download now.
Engage Your Students with a Guy Fawkes Word Search! Looking for a fun and educational way to explore the history of Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot? This Guy Fawkes Word Search is the perfect classroom activity to captivate your students while reinforcing key historical terms and concepts. Ideal for history lessons around November 5th, this word search encourages students to learn vocabulary associated with this iconic event, such as “treason,” “parliament,” “fireworks,” and “conspiracy.”
Why Teachers Love It:
Interactive Learning: Sparks curiosity about British history and the significance of Guy Fawkes Night.
Versatile Use: Perfect as a warm-up activity, homework, or fun classroom competition.
Cognitive Skills: Boosts critical thinking, spelling, and word recognition. Curriculum-Friendly: Fits seamlessly into history or social studies lessons on the Gunpowder Plot.
Add this engaging activity to your lesson plans today and watch your students enjoy learning about history!
Looking for a fun and interactive way to teach students about Ancient Egypt? Check out this Ancient Egypt Wordsearch, complete with colorable images! Along with finding key terms like Pharaoh, Pyramid, Cleopatra, and Tutankhamun, students can enjoy coloring in images that bring ancient history to life. It’s a perfect blend of learning and creativity, ideal for classrooms, homeschooling, or history-themed activities!
This resource is a fantastic way to engage students while reinforcing important vocabulary. Download now to make your lessons even more exciting!
How Is This Viking Alphabet Worksheet Useful? This worksheet will captivate children by letting them write their names using Viking Rune letters!
This fantastic resource can enhance history lessons, English lessons, or just be used for fun. After your students write out their names, encourage them to use the Viking alphabet to create other words or secret messages fostering creativity and critical thinking, as well as converting English words to Viking Runic and also Viking Runic to English.
This hands-on activity promotes active participation, making learning about Vikings more interactive and enjoyable for primary school children.
Additionally, this resource is perfect for creating eye-catching classroom displays. Imagine writing messages for the children in both English and Runic!
Boost engagement in your classroom with this creative and educational worksheet!
Master essential non-fiction reading skills with this BoomCard deck based on a short text about The Great Fire of London. Suitable for Primary 1 to 3
In this Deck you will find a short non fiction text on The Great Fire of London and 13 activity cards with True or False questions, multiple choice , fill in the missing word and drag and drop questions based on the text. Learners can click a link to return to the text to reread throughout the deck.
These Boomcards work well as sell-paced work on learners devices or as a whole class activity on Interactive Whiteboard
You do not need to buy a Boom Cards membership!! Just create a free account with the link provided and this resource is yours to use in class on IWB or to share with students to use on their devices. Instructions re provided in the the document that is downloaded with this resource.
How to use:
After purchase click on the REDEEM link provided in the download to access the Boom Cards™deck.
This will redirect you to the Boom Learning™ website.
Select the ‘Redeem’ option.
This will prompt you to set up an account if you don’t already have one
If you already have an account simply sign in to access your new deck of Boom Cards™
Interactive, self-grading and paperless boom cards. Help support your child’s home learning about the Romans by using this fantastic Boom Card drag and drop activity. Suitable for Primary History Key Stage 2 Grades 3-6(UK)
Preview the Cards: Roman Soldiers
It is a great resource which helps children consolidate their knowledge about the Romans. It can easily be completed independently on a computer or tablet/phone meaning children can take charge of their own home learning or can be used on IWB i classroom
Children read the information about what Roman soldiers wore in battle and complete the sentences by dragging the missing words to the correct place. A word bank is given to support children in completing this task successfully.
The Boom cards be great on a mobile phone laptop, desktop, Chromebook, tablet, or any other mobile device that can access the internet. They can even be used on your Smart Board. Here’s the best part - they are self-correcting and allow you to track student progress. Plus, they’re no prep which means no printing, laminating, or storage. Click the link on the pdf that will download after purchase to access your resource.
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Bring history to life with this captivating Henry VIII PowerPoint, perfect for engaging children with one of the most intriguing figures of the Tudor period. Kids will be fascinated by the story of Henry VIII and his six wives, each with a unique story and fate. This PowerPoint provides detailed information on each wife, the dates of their marriages, and the children they had with Henry.
Plus, the resource includes thought-provoking question prompts for classroom activities, encouraging students to explore what happened to each wife and discuss their ideas. Perfect for sparking curiosity and deeper learning about the Tudors!
Teach Henry VIII’s Wives with Stunning Posters!
Bring Tudor history to life with this beautifully illustrated set of display posters, perfect for teaching children about the fascinating lives of Henry VIII’s six wives.
What’s Included:
►6 posters, each featuring a wife’s portrait, marriage dates, and how they died.
►A visual representation of the famous rhyme: “Divorced, Beheaded, Died; Divorced, Beheaded, Survived.”
►Eye-catching designs with bold text and historically inspired illustrations.
► Perfect for Display:
Arrange them in chronological order to help kids understand the timeline and political motives behind Henry VIII’s marriages.
Why You’ll Love It:
This ready-made resource provides visual support to enhance Tudor history lessons, helping children remember key details about each wife in a fun and engaging way.
Ideal For:
►History classrooms
►Homeschooling setups
►Tudor-themed projects
Make history memorable with this must-have teaching resource!
Catherine of Aragon: Introduce your students to one of the Tudors most influential queens with this engaging resource on Catherine of Aragon. Dive into her life, from her royal upbringing in Spain to her remarkable reign as Queen of England and the challenges she faced and her role in the Reformation.
Why use this resource?
►Educational Excellence: Explores Catherine’s upbringing, her contributions to education and charity, and her role in pivotal historical events.
►Critical Thinking: Includes thought-provoking questions to spark discussions on loyalty, leadership, and resilience.
►Interactive Learning: Students can analyse key events, such as her impact on the English Reformation, through structured questions.
Perfect for history lessons focused on the Tudor era, women in history, or European political alliances. Help your students connect with the past through the inspiring story of Catherine of Aragon!
Download it now and bring history to life! ★★