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The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!

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The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
Dinosaur Planet Homework Pack - 51 Tasks
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Dinosaur Planet Homework Pack - 51 Tasks

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Do you want to provide your students with some fun and engaging homework activities that relate to the theme of dinosaur planet? Do you want to cover different subjects such as geography, history, science, maths, writing, and reading? If so, this Dinosaur Planet Homework Pack is perfect for you! This pack contains a grid of 51 tasks that span across various subjects and skills. Your students can choose which tasks they want to complete and how many they want to do each week. The tasks are designed to be creative, challenging, and relevant to the theme of dinosaur planet. Some examples of the tasks are: ★ Who are the main characters in ‘Harry and his Bucketful of Dinosaurs’? ★ Imagine you are a dinosaur living on Dinosaur Planet. Write a diary entry describing a day in your life, including the food you eat and the places you explore. ★ Research and write three interesting mathematical facts related to dinosaurs. Create a colourful poster to showcase these facts. ★ Can you describe a reptile? ★ Write three facts about Mary Anning ★ Can you write a list of endangered animals? This pack also includes a parent letter that explains the homework grid and a record sheet for students to keep track of their completed tasks. You can use this pack as a whole-class homework project or as a differentiated option for individual students. This Dinosaur Planet Homework Pack is a great way to extend your students’ learning beyond the classroom and to make homework more enjoyable and meaningful. Download it today and let your students explore the wonderful world of dinosaur planet!
x3 KS2 Mapping Skills - Outstanding Geography Lessons
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x3 KS2 Mapping Skills - Outstanding Geography Lessons

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Are you looking for a way to spice up your geography lessons and inspire your KS2 students? Do you want to cover the key concepts of compass directions, human and physical features, and physical features of the UK in a fun and interactive way? If so, this bundle of outstanding geography lessons is perfect for you! This bundle includes 3 comprehensive and engaging lessons, each with a detailed lesson plan, a captivating PowerPoint presentation, and a range of activity sheets. The lessons are designed to help your students develop their geographical skills and knowledge, as well as their creativity and critical thinking. The lessons are: ☆ KS2 Compass Directions: In this lesson, students will learn about the cardinal and intercardinal points of the compass and how to use them to write directions for a journey on a map. They will also practice their map reading and direction writing skills with a practical application task. An extension activity is included to challenge early finishers. ☆ KS2 Human and Physical Features: In this lesson, students will learn to identify and differentiate between human and physical geographical features on a map. They will also create their own map with identified features using their imagination and creativity. An extension activity is included to challenge students with a map of London using compass points. ☆ KS2 Physical Features of the UK: In this lesson, students will learn about the main physical features of the UK, such as mountains, rivers, lakes, and coasts. They will also explore how these features affect the climate, wildlife, and human activities in different regions. An extension activity is included to challenge students with a quiz on the physical features of the UK. By purchasing this bundle, you will save 22% compared to buying each lesson individually. Special Offer You will also receive a complimentary resource of your choice if you leave a review and email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to explore_education@outlook.com. You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 Europe - Outstanding Geography Unit ☆ KS2 LONGITUDE and LATITUDE Outstanding Lesson - Geography ☆ KS2 France Geography Unit - 5 outstanding lessons This bundle is ideal for teachers who want to deliver outstanding geography lessons that are both informative and enjoyable. Your students will love learning about the world around them with these resources! Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Compass Directions, Human Features, Physical Features, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Map Reading, Map Identification, Map Creation, London Map, UK Features, Education.
Beside the Seaside Homework Grid - 44 Tasks
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Beside the Seaside Homework Grid - 44 Tasks

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Are you looking for some fun and engaging homework activities for your KS1 students? Do you want to explore the theme of the seaside across different subjects? If so, this Beside the Seaside Homework Grid is perfect for you! This resource contains a grid of 44 tasks that cover geography, history, science, maths, writing, and reading. Your students can choose which tasks they want to complete and how many they want to do each week. The tasks are designed to be creative, challenging, and relevant to the seaside topic. Some examples of the tasks are: ★ Write a story about a day at the beach. ★ Create a bar graph showing the number of ice creams sold at a seaside shop. ★ Make a sundial and track the movement of the sun throughout the day. This resource also includes a parent letter that explains the homework grid and a record sheet for students to keep track of their completed tasks. You can use this resource as a whole-class homework project or as a differentiated option for individual students. This Beside the Seaside Homework Grid is a great way to extend your students’ learning beyond the classroom and to make homework more enjoyable and meaningful. Download it today and let your students dive into the wonderful world of the seaside!
Wonderful Woodland Homework Pack - 51 Tasks
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Wonderful Woodland Homework Pack - 51 Tasks

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Enhance your students’ home learning experience with our Wonderful Woodland Homework Pack. This meticulously crafted resource comprises a versatile task grid with 51 engaging activities, ensuring a delightful exploration of the natural world right from the comfort of home. The pack includes a thoughtfully designed parent letter to foster a collaborative home-school environment, a convenient record sheet for tracking progress, and curated book recommendations encompassing both fiction and non-fiction titles to complement the woodland theme. Resource Highlights: ★ Task Grid: A diverse array of 51 tasks catering to various learning styles and interests. In the themes of reading, writing, maths, science, history, geography, RE, PSHE, PE, art and music. ★ Parent Letter: Foster a strong home-school connection with our informative and supportive letter. ★ Record Sheet: Facilitate easy tracking and monitoring of students’ progress. ★ Book Recommendations: Handpicked fiction and non-fiction titles to complement the woodland theme, encouraging reading exploration. Make homework a delightful journey into the wonders of the woodland. This pack is not just a set of tasks; it’s an invitation for students to explore, learn, and connect with nature. Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: Homework Pack, Home Learning, Woodland Theme, Engaging Tasks, Parent Letter, Record Sheet, Book Recommendations, Fiction, Non-Fiction, Education.
Memory Box Homework Pack - 51 Tasks, Parent Letter, Book Recommendations
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Memory Box Homework Pack - 51 Tasks, Parent Letter, Book Recommendations

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Elevate the home learning experience with our Memory Box Homework Pack, a collection of 51 captivating tasks designed to spark creativity and reflection. This resource empowers students to build their own virtual memory boxes, delving into personal and shared experiences. The pack includes a task grid offering a diverse range of activities, a parent letter for effective communication, a user-friendly record sheet for progress tracking, and a selection of fiction and non-fiction book recommendations to enrich the exploration of memories. Resource Highlights: ★ Task Grid: 51 thought-provoking tasks, encouraging creativity and personal expression. ★ Parent Letter: Foster strong home-school connections with a supportive and informative letter. ★ Record Sheet: Easily monitor and track students’ progress through their memory box projects. ★ Book Recommendations: Curated fiction and non-fiction titles to complement the theme, providing additional perspectives on memory exploration. This Memory Box Homework Pack transforms homework into a meaningful journey, allowing students to explore, reflect, and share the treasures of their memories. Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: Homework Pack, Home Learning, Memory Box Theme, Creative Tasks, Parent Letter, Record Sheet, Book Recommendations, Fiction, Non-Fiction, Education.
x7 Cornerstones Themed Homework Packs
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x7 Cornerstones Themed Homework Packs

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Embark on a thrilling journey of home learning with our Exciting Explorations Homework Bundle, encompassing seven captivating packs that promise to ignite curiosity and creativity in young minds. Each pack is meticulously crafted to offer an engaging blend of tasks, fostering a love for learning beyond the classroom. Bundle Highlights: ★ Dinosaur Planet Homework Pack: Roar into the world of dinosaurs with 51 exciting tasks, providing a prehistoric adventure for young explorers. ★ Beside the Seaside Homework Pack: Dive into oceanic wonders with 44 seaside-themed tasks, sparking curiosity about marine life and coastal environments. ★ Explorers Homework Pack: Uncover the spirit of exploration with 51 tasks that delve into the lives and adventures of famous explorers, inspiring the next generation of adve ★ Memory Box Homework Pack: Ignite creativity with 51 tasks that encourage students to curate their virtual memory boxes, reflecting on personal experiences. ★ Splendid Skies Homework Pack: Soar into the wonders of the sky with 51 tasks, exploring weather, seasons, and celestial phenomena. ★ Paws, Claws, and Whiskers Homework Pack: Delight in the animal kingdom with 51 tasks celebrating furry, feathery, and finned friends. ★ Wonderful Woodland Homework Pack: Connect with nature through 51 tasks that explore the enchanting world of woodlands and wildlife. Bundle Features: ★ Diverse themes catering to varied interests. Comprehensive task grids for each pack. ★ Parent letters for effective communication. ★ Record sheets for progress tracking. ★ Book recommendations for further exploration. Transform home learning into an adventure of discovery and imagination with this Homework Pack Bundle. Customer Support: Have questions or need assistance? Reach out to our support team at explore_education@outlook.com for a prompt response. Special Offer: Love these resources? Leave a review for the bundle and choose an additional resource for FREE! Email us your purchase receipt and review screenshot to avail this offer. Tags: Homework Bundle, Home Learning, Exploration, Dinosaur, Seaside, Memory, Skies, Animals, Woodland, Education.
x2 BONFIRE NIGHT Assemblies - Firework Safety KS1 & KS2
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x2 BONFIRE NIGHT Assemblies - Firework Safety KS1 & KS2

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com These Bonfire Night assemblies are a fantastic way to introduce children to the story of Bonfire Night whilst teaching children how to keep safe during the firework season. These could also be altered to discuss fireworks at New Years Eve or other religious festivals. You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class. You will receive a two PowerPoints that can be used together or separately. This assembly is interactive and involves the children to make sure they are engaged and interested. There is also a Christian prayer at the end of the PowerPoints for those who have collective worship. Key features of Assembly 1: Why do we have Bonfire Night? The story of the Gunpowder Plot The value of tolerance (notes under the slide) Prayer Key features of Assembly 2: Bonfire Night questions Why are fireworks dangerous? Video about firework safety The Firework Code Bonfire Night poem Prayer key stage 2 key stage 1 y1 y2 y3 y4 y5 y6 citizenship pshe british values trust behaviour assembly worship
Easter Assembly - Losing a Friend for KS1 or KS2
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Easter Assembly - Losing a Friend for KS1 or KS2

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This 14 slide PowerPoint explains the Easter story and how the disciples felt when they lost their friend, Jesus, as he went to heaven. Children will talk about how it feels to lose a friend and what could happen. They will then learn about how the disciples lost Jesus as part of the Easter story. Children will then have reflection time to think about what makes their friends special to them and what they have that could remind them of a friend if they went away. There is also a prayer and notes at the bottom of the slide for a song recommendation. ks1 ks2 key stage 1 key stage 2 primary easter spring presentation
Lent Assembly - Easter PowerPoint for KS1 or KS2
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Lent Assembly - Easter PowerPoint for KS1 or KS2

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This 19 slide PowerPoint explains what Lent is and what it means to Christians. Children will talk about preparing for an event and describes the journey of Jesus through the desert. It also talks about resisting temptation and gives examples of what people give up for Lent. Children will then have reflection time to think about what they could do for Lent to help others. There is also a prayer and notes at the bottom of the slide for a song recommendation and any props that are needed. ks1 ks2 key stage 1 key stage 2 primary easter spring presentation
Woodland Clip Art - 13 PNG Images in Light Colours
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Woodland Clip Art - 13 PNG Images in Light Colours

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This is a lovely set of woodland clip art that will brighten up your classroom or teaching resources. The images are in light, relaxing colours that create a calm and soothing atmosphere. You will get 13 images in PNG format with transparent backgrounds, so you can easily layer them on any background of your choice. The images include: A cute elephant with tusks Four smaller birds in different colours and poses A pink pig front facing A grey boar with curly tail A pigeon with a white chest and red beak A sitting reindeer with antlers and white chest A standing stag with majestic antlers An orange fox with white chest A brown fox with a white chest and a black nose A cockrel with a red comb and golden colours These clip art images are perfect for creating woodland-themed activities, posters, worksheets, stickers, labels, cards, and more. You can use them for personal or commercial use, as long as you give credit to me and link back to my TES shop. Please see the terms of use included in the download for more details . I hope you enjoy using these woodland clip art images in your teaching. Please leave a review and let me know what you think. Thank you! SEO tags: woodland clip art, woodland animals, PNG images, transparent backgrounds, light colours, relaxing, calm, soothing, elephant, birds, pig, boar, pigeon, reindeer, stag, fox, cockrel
KS2 Animal Characteristics - Outstanding Science Lesson
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KS2 Animal Characteristics - Outstanding Science Lesson

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Do you want to teach your KS2 students about the amazing diversity of animals and their characteristics? Do you want to help them compare and contrast different animal groups, including humans, using interactive and creative activities? If so, this fantastic science lesson is ideal for you! This resource includes a comprehensive lesson plan, a stunning powerpoint and a variety of activity sheets to support your teaching. In this lesson, your students will: ★ Learn about the six main animal groups (amphibians, reptiles, mammals, fish, birds and insects) and give examples of each. ★ Sort animals into different groups based on their characteristics, such as skin, legs, wings, etc. ★ Explain how animals are similar and different from each other and from humans, and how these characteristics help them survive and adapt. ★ Create a mind map of their current knowledge of animals and their characteristics, using words and images. ★ Read some fascinating facts about animal characteristics and share them in the plenary. This resource is designed to meet the National Curriculum objectives for science at Key Stage 2, and to develop your students’ curiosity and fascination about the natural world. Customer Support: If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Science, Animal Characteristics, Animal Groups, Animal Classification, Animal Facts, Animal Similarities and Differences, Animal Adaptation, Animal Survival, Animal Features, Animal Behaviour, Education.
KS2 Human and Physical Features - Outstanding Geography Lesson
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KS2 Human and Physical Features - Outstanding Geography Lesson

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Elevate your geography lessons with this Key Stage 2 lesson focusing on Human and Physical Features. This resource provides a comprehensive package, featuring a lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, and engaging activity sheets. Designed to cultivate a deep understanding, students will learn to identify and differentiate between human and physical geographical features on a map. The lesson uses practical application, as children employ their newfound skills to create their own map. For added challenge, an extension activity prompts the identification of features on a map of London using compass points. Resource Highlights: ★ Lesson Plan: A detailed guide for a seamless teaching experience. ★ PowerPoint: An engaging visual aid to reinforce concepts and spark curiosity. ★ Activity Sheets: Thoughtfully designed sheets for interactive and hands-on learning. ★ Practical Application: Move beyond theory as students create their own maps with identified features. ★ Extension Activity: Challenge students with an additional task that explores features on a map of London using compass points. You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 RAINFOREST Geography Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons ☆ KS2 France Geography Unit - 5 outstanding lessons fully resourced ☆ KS1 Piet Mondrian Painting - Outstanding Art Lesson Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Human Features, Physical Features, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Map Identification, London Map, Compass Points, Education.
The Human Skeleton - Outstanding KS2 Science Lesson
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The Human Skeleton - Outstanding KS2 Science Lesson

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Do you want to teach your Key Stage 2 class the importance of the skeleton? Look no further than this lesson that covers the learning objective: I can explain why a skeleton is important to us. This lesson includes a starter activity, a main input, two practical activities, and a plenary. The children will learn about the structure and function of the skeleton, the names of some of the bones, and how the skeleton supports and protects us. Create their own paper skeleton, label the bones, and discuss some questions. The lesson ends with a catchy skeleton song. The PowerPoint presentation is fully editable and comes with a worksheet, an outline sheet, and a word bank. It also includes differentiation, challenge, and assessment opportunities. It is suitable for 7-11 year old children and can be adapted to suit your needs. Included in this product: ☆ Lesson plan (with differentiation) ☆ PowerPoint ☆ Build Your Own Skeleton Worksheet ☆ Bone Name Labels ☆ Body outline sheet ☆ X-Ray Challenge sheets This lesson is perfect for teaching science, biology, or health topics in a fun and interactive way. It will spark the children’s curiosity and interest in the human body and its amazing features. It will also develop their scientific skills of observation, classification, and reasoning. Download this lesson today and get ready to teach your class about the skeleton! Tags: human skeleton, bones, science, biology, health, year 3, year 4, PowerPoint, lesson, worksheet, activity, song, fun, engaging, interactive, learning objective, differentiation, challenge, assessment, outstanding
KS2 Physical Features of the UK - Outstanding Geography Lesson
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KS2 Physical Features of the UK - Outstanding Geography Lesson

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Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your KS2 students about the physical features of the UK? Do you want to help them develop their geographical skills and knowledge using interactive tools and activities? If so, this outstanding geography lesson is perfect for you! This resource includes a detailed lesson plan, a captivating powerpoint and a range of activity sheets to support your teaching. In this lesson, your students will: ★ Learn about the different types of physical features of the UK, such as mountains, rivers, lakes, coasts and islands. ★ Watch a video that shows the diverse and beautiful terrain of the UK from different perspectives. ★ Use Google Maps to compare and contrast different areas of the UK and the amount of physical features in each area. ★ Discuss how physical features could affect the use of the area, such as tourism, agriculture, industry and transport. ★ Create a presentation to compare the differences between East Anglia and Cumbria for someone coming to the UK, using a guidelines sheet to help them structure their work. ★ Extend their learning by comparing two other areas of their choice and their physical features, using a template to help them organise their information. This resource is designed to meet the National Curriculum objectives for geography at KS2, and to develop your students’ curiosity and fascination about the world and its people. It is also suitable for cross-curricular links with English, ICT and PSHE. Customer Support If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Physical Features, UK, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Google Maps, Comparative Analysis, Presentation Creation, Education.
FS1 Under the Sea Unit - Full 5 week unit plan
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FS1 Under the Sea Unit - Full 5 week unit plan

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com 5 weeks of planning from an Under the Sea unit. Also includes detailed indoor and outdoor provision plans (2 full weeks). Planned by an experienced FS1 teacher.
KS1 PE Amazing Animals Dance Unit - Fully planned 5 week unit
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KS1 PE Amazing Animals Dance Unit - Fully planned 5 week unit

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Looking for a set of outstanding PE lessons for KS1 with the theme of Amazing Animals? Look no further! This Amazing Animals Dance unit has been carefully planned to support children in mastering basic movements and developing balance, agility, and coordination. These five lessons are designed to help children respond to music using different actions, explore whole body actions to create linked shapes and balances, and perform dances using simple movement patterns. The lessons also use The Gruffalo to encourage children to imitate animal actions, link movements together, and create different shapes and movements to represent animals. Each lesson includes warm-up activities, a main activity, and a cool-down section to help children stretch and relax their bodies. These lessons are perfect for any KS1 class wanting to explore the exciting world of Amazing Animals! Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com subject leader lead coordinator key stage one
x3 Easter Assemblies - Lent, Easter Story, Losing a friend Assembly
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x3 Easter Assemblies - Lent, Easter Story, Losing a friend Assembly

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com These three PowerPoint presentations are great for the run up to Easter. Included in this bundle: ✸ Easter Story - the Christianity story of Easter and Jesus on a cross. (19 slides) ✸ Lent - what is Lent and what does it mean to Christians? (19 slides) ✸ Losing a friend - how did the disciples feel when Jesus left and returned to heaven? (14 slides) Suitable for Key Stage One or Key Stage Two and could be used in the classroom or as an assembly. y1 y2 y3 y4 y5 y6 eyfs uks2 lks2 ks2 ks1 christian cave cross year 1 year 2 year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 reception
John Blanke, The Black Tudor - Outstanding History Lesson
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John Blanke, The Black Tudor - Outstanding History Lesson

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Teach your students about the fascinating life and legacy of John Blanke, one of the few known Black Tudors in history. This lesson is based on the two images of John Blanke in the Westminster Tournament Roll of 1511, which are the only surviving portraits of a Black Tudor. In this lesson, your students will: ★ Learn about the Tudor period and its famous monarchs by looking at a timeline ★ Read a story about John Blanke, who was a trumpeter at the courts of Henry VII and Henry VIII ★ Fill in a mindmap template to summarize what they have learned about John Blanke and his role in Tudor society ★ Compare their mindmaps with an exemplar mindmap to check their understanding This lesson includes everything you need to deliver an outstanding history lesson for KS2 and KS3, such as: ★ A detailed lesson plan with objectives, outcomes, and assessment criteria ★A PowerPoint presentation with engaging visuals and information ★ A story of John Blanke that brings his biography to life ★ A mindmap template and an exemplar mindmap to support learning and revision This lesson is ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, and parents who want to introduce their children to a diverse and inclusive perspective of Tudor history. It will help your students develop their historical skills and knowledge, as well as their curiosity and critical thinking. history, british history, the tudors, key stage 2, key stage 3
Shades, Tints and Tones - x2 Outstanding Art Lessons
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Shades, Tints and Tones - x2 Outstanding Art Lessons

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Explore the world of shading and colour mixing in these comprehensive art lessons. Our resources include two detailed lesson plans and PowerPoint presentations. Students will learn to mix paints to create unique shades of blue, then yellow and red, delve into the interplay of light and dark tones, and seek creative advice from their peers. They will also learn the differences between powder paint and ready mixed paint and how to use them sensibly. This engaging session encourages artistic growth while fostering a deep understanding of colour dynamics. Objective 1: To increase awareness about shading and develop skills in colour mixing and painting. Objective 2: To practise and develop skills in powder paint mixing and painting. Success Criteria 1: ☆ Mix paints to produce at least three new shades of blue. ☆ Generate shades darker and lighter than the "pure blue.“ ☆ Seek advice from classmates on recreating specific colours they find appealing. Success Criteria 2: ☆ Mix powder with water to create paint. ☆ Aim for smooth paint consistency without lumps. ☆ Experiment with adding varying amounts of white to create new shades. Tags: KS2, KS1, artist study, one off, back to school, transition, supply, outstanding, observation, ofsted, water theme, interview, easy to follow, step by step
KS2 Europe - Outstanding Geography Unit
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KS2 Europe - Outstanding Geography Unit

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This Europe Geography Unit is a comprehensive and engaging teaching resource designed for Key Stage 2 children to explore various aspects of Europe, including famous landmarks, cultural similarities and differences, and the impact of human activity on the environment. The unit consists of eight lessons, each targeting specific learning objectives and accompanied by a range of interactive activities and discussions. Lesson 1: Introduction to Europe In this lesson, students are introduced to the continent of Europe and its diverse countries. They learn about the significance of Europe, its geographical features, and the countries that make up the continent. Lesson 2: Exploring European Landmarks Students delve into the fascinating world of famous landmarks in Europe, such as the Eiffel Tower, Colosseum, Big Ben, and more. They learn about the historical and cultural importance of these landmarks, their locations on a map of Europe, and engage in activities like landmark descriptions and map marking. Lesson 3: Cultural Similarities and Differences This lesson focuses on the cultural aspects of different European countries and compares them to the students’ local area. Students learn about traditions, customs, and languages, and engage in activities like creating travel brochure collages and group discussions about dream European holidays. Lesson 4: Trade and Travel Connections Students explore the trade and travel connections between Europe and their local area. They analyze import and export of goods, tourism, and transportation networks, and evaluate the impact of geographical factors on these connections. Lesson 5: Planning a European Travel Adventure In this lesson, students plan an imaginary travel adventure to visit multiple European landmarks. They research the landmarks, their locations, and plan an itinerary, considering factors like transportation, accommodations, local cuisine, and cultural experiences. Lesson 6: Expressing Personal Views about European Locations Students learn to express their opinions and preferences about specific European locations, providing clear reasons for their views. They engage in discussions and debates, considering factors like climate, landmarks, culture, or personal interests. Lesson 7: Geographical Similarities and Differences This lesson focuses on understanding geographical similarities and differences between Spain and the students’ local area. Students explore traditions, customs, languages, and analyze trade and travel connections, considering the impact of geographical factors. Lesson 8: Graphing and Comparing Geographical Data Students gather and analyze data related to temperature and rainfall in specific European locations. They create graphs to represent the data accurately and compare and interpret the data to draw conclusions about environmental conditions. This resource provides a comprehensive and well-structured unit for teaching outstanding geography lessons about Europe to Key Stage 2 children. It incorporates a variety of interactive activities, discussions, and opportunities for reflection, promoting critical thinking and global awareness among students. The lessons are designed to engage and inspire students while fostering their understanding of landmarks and cultures. Also suitable for Key Stage 3. KS2 LKS2 UKS2 KS3