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!
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!
Spread festive cheer while reinforcing key maths concepts with this downloadable pack of 10 Christmas-themed worksheets for Year 5 students.
Activities cover a range of skills:
Problem solving: Santa’s sacks, Christmas party planning, Twelve Days of Christmas challenges.
Fractions: Fun with the Twelve Days of Christmas.
Multiplication: Navigate Christmas-themed times table mazes.
Algebra: Solve Christmas present-themed word problems.
Spatial Reasoning: Coordinate games to keep the festive cheer flowing.
Real-world application: Calculate Christmas postage costs.
Differentiation included:
Varied difficulty levels cater to a range of abilities (easier and harder versions for some activities).
Answer sheets provided for most activities (except Christmas party planning, as solutions may vary).
This resource aligns with the National Curriculum for KS2.
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This ActivInspire Flipchart contains 92 interactive games for all phonics phases.
It is a fantastic way to fill your phonics lessons with fun games that all children will love. Check out the file previews for some examples.
Phase 1:
Playing with Word Picture Cards
Rhyming Bingo
Rhyming Picture Cards
Phase 2:
Four in a Row
BGFOUL Picture Match
BGFOUL Sound Match
Caption and Picture Match
Caterpillar Game
CKMRDE Picture Match
CKMRDE Sound Match
Correct Words Treasure or Bin
CVC Initial Letter Match
CVC Loop Card Game
Initial Sound and CVC Counter Games
Initial Sound Loop Cards
Noughts and Crosses SATPINMD
New Four in a Row
Picture Jigsaw
Picture Phoneme
Rhyming Bingo
Rhyming Jigsaws
Rhyming Sheets
SATPIN Picture Match
SATPIN Sound Match
Snakes and Ladders SATPINMD
Sound Buttons
Sound Mats
Whacky Races
Words and Pictures
Phase 3:
Four in a Row
At the River Story
Ch Loop Card Game
Ch th sh ee ai Bingo
Ch th sh Matching Word and Pictures
CVCC Loop Card Game
Final Sound Loop Card Game
Igh oo oa Bingo
In a Wigwam Story
In the Town Story
In the Woods Story
Initial Sound Match
J qu v w x y z Picture Match
Matching Rhymes
Noughts and Crosses
On the Farm Story
Phoneme Frames
Picture and Caption Match
Picture Jigsaw
Picture Match
Pictures and Captions
Rhyming Bingo
Rhyming Jigsaws
Rhyming Loop Card Game
Rhyming Sheets
Sentence Substitute
Sorting Activity
Sorting Captions ‘the’
Sound Buttons
Sound Jigsaws
Sound Match
Sound Mats
Spelling ‘the’
Words and Pictures
Yes, No Game
Phase 4:
Board Picture Initial Blend Match
I Spy Game
Initial Cluster Loop Card Game
Matching Sentences
Pictures and Sentences
Sentence Substitute
Snake Counter Games
Sound Button Cards
Treasure Game
Words and Pictures
Yes, No Game
Phase 5:
3 Right Answers
Compound Words
HFW Loop Card Games
Looking Good Game
Magic e Bingo
Magic e Game
Magic e Matching Game
Picture and Phoneme Match
Picture Jigsaws
Picture Word Match
Sentence Substitute
Silly Sentences
Snake Game
Word Picture Match
Yes, No Game
Phase 6:
Four in a Row
Picture Jigsaw
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23 sheets of Maths Mastery Challenges on x21 sticker sheets to extract deeper learning.
Based on:
Addition & Subtraction
Place value
Multiplcation & Division
Measurement
Geometry
Fractions
Statistics
Please note that there is a free sample of the Y5 addition and subtraction sheet available in my shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12065948
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These two friendship assemblies are a fantastic way to introduce children to the value of friendship and how to be a good friend.
You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class.
You will receive a 25-slide PowerPoint that can easily be edited to be made shorter or divided into another assembly, a 13-slide PowerPoint and a PDF file containing teacher notes for each presentation.
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 first PowerPoint for those who have collective worship.
Key features of Assembly 1:
Listening to music about friendship
What makes a good friend? What qualities do they have?
Sharing experiences together through the good times and bad times
Listening to poetry about friendship
Maintaining friendships
Situations - what would you do?
Prayer
Key features of Assembly 2:
How to behave towards your friends
Ways to harm a friendship
When it is right and wrong to keep a secret/promise
Poem about friendship
Quotes about friendship
Song suggestions
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A set of Times Tables Challenge resources. Great to motivate children to achieve their times tables and inform parents of their level.
Contains: 4 Certificates, 50 differentiated assessment sheets and a 3 steps sheets.
There are 5 levels: Bronze Buddies, Silver Squad, Gold Gang, Platinum Posse and Hundred Heroes. Each level contains different steps to being fluent in that times table.
Covered in each stage:
Bronze Buddies: x2, x5, x10
Silver Squad: x3, x4, x6, x8
Gold Gang: x7, x9, x11, x12
Platinum Posse: square numbers, cubed numbers, prime numbers, factors of numbers, prime factors, 40 mastery questions
Example of Bronze Buddies steps:
Bronze Buddies (x10):
Step 1: Say 10x table
Step 2: Answer x10 table
Step 3: Answer division questions from x10 table
Step 4: Complete missing box x10 table
Step 5: Answer 20 questions about x10 table
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Enhance your KS2 students’ reading skills with this comprehensive Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan comprehension pack. This resource includes 204 worksheets with 5 targeted questions for each chapter covering vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, and summarising. Each chapter offers a total of 30 questions to develop a deep understanding of the text. That’s a bumper 1224 questions to choose from!
Perfect for guided reading sessions, homework, or independent study, this resource also includes detailed answers for every question, making it easy for teachers to review student progress. With 2 PDFs (204 pages each), this pack is designed to encourage critical thinking and support literacy development.
Want to try this before you buy? Have a look at our FREEBIE TASTER KS2 Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan - Reading Comprehension Worksheets for the first section of the book here
Ideal for KS2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6.
Includes:
5 question types per chapter (vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, summarising)
30 questions per chapter
Detailed answers provided for every question
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Bring history to life with this captivating KS2 Class Assembly on The Stone Age. This resource is a comprehensive package featuring a well-crafted script, music links, a dance routine, song lyrics, thought-provoking poems, interactive activities, and a storytelling short play. Immerse your students in the world of the past with a presentation that combines information with entertainment.
Resource Highlights:
★ Script: A meticulously crafted script that makes learning about The Stone Age enjoyable.
★ Music Links: Enhance the atmosphere with music links that transport your audience to ancient times.
★ Dance Routine: Incorporate movement and creativity into the assembly with a lively dance routine.
★ Song Lyrics: Enrich the assembly with the Stone Age version of We Will Rock You, complete with lyrics for a sing-along experience.
★ Poems: Thoughtful and engaging poems add a poetic touch to your Stone Age assembly.
★ Activities: Interactive activities ensure whole class participation and demonstrate prior Stone Age work.
★ Storytelling Short Play: Exciting short play that brings history to life.
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Elevate your art curriculum with our Food Art Unit comprising 3 outstanding lessons. This comprehensive resource, suitable for both KS1 and KS2, has been thoughtfully planned by an experienced art lead. They can be taught over 5 lessons.
What’s included:
★ Detailed PowerPoints and lesson plans for each session.
★ Examples of work for inspiration.
★ Resource sheets
Key Objectives:
★ Develop line-making skills and create observational drawings from life with a keen focus on detail.
★ Learn the art of single and cross-hatching to achieve diverse artistic effects.
★ Utilise oil pastels to craft a vibrant fruity composition while applying the techniques learned.
★ Dive into the world of clay to craft miniature 3D pieces of fruit.
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Enhance your art lessons with this comprehensive Food Art Unit." It’s a fantastic resource for both KS1 and KS2, expertly planned for a creative and educational experience.
Do you want to teach your pupils how to paint with a paintbrush, different brushstrokes and geometric blocks of primary colours in a fun and engaging way? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes three outstanding art lessons that cover these topics in a creative and interactive way and are suitable for Key Stage 1 pupils.
This resource pack contains:
⍟ Three detailed lesson plans that outline the learning objectives, success criteria, starter activities, main inputs, main activities, differentiations, plenaries and item lists for each lesson.
⍟ Three PowerPoint presentations that support the main inputs and plenaries, with text boxes for the teacher to read and key questions to ask the pupils. They also include images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques for each lesson.
⍟ Vocabulary task sheets that help the pupils to learn some words related to painting, such as brushes, thick, painting, palette, bristles, primary colours, thin, gentle, brushstrokes, handle, colour, shade, stroke, etc. The sheets have tables with three columns: word, definition and example. The pupils need to match the words with their definitions and examples or fill in the missing columns for each lesson.
⍟ Examples of paintings sheets that show some paintings that use different techniques and colours. You can use these sheets as references or print them out and display them in the classroom for each lesson.
⍟ Three Piet Mondrian painting question sheets that help the pupils to observe and describe some paintings by Piet Mondrian, an artist who used geometric shapes and primary colours to create abstract art. The sheets have some questions to test the pupils’ understanding and appreciation of the paintings. You can use these sheets as worksheets or as discussion prompts for the third lesson.
⍟ Piet Mondrian templates that help the pupils to divide their paper into rectangular sections using a pencil and ruler. The templates have some dotted lines to guide the pupils. You can use these templates as references or print them out and give them to the pupils for the third lesson.
This resource pack is suitable for Key Stage One pupils and covers the following skills and knowledge:
☆ How to identify the parts of a paintbrush: the handle, the ferrule and the bristles.
☆ How to hold and use a paintbrush correctly, with a relaxed grip and the bristles pointing downwards.
☆ How to use the dip, dip, dab method to apply paint, using water, paint and a palette.
☆ How to create different shades of colours by adding more or less water or paint.
☆ How to rinse and clean a paintbrush using water and a paper towel.
☆ How to make a range of marks by stroking the brush on the paper, such as curved, straight, dotted, etc.
☆ How to use black lines to border each section, creating a contrast and a neat finish.
☆ How to divide a paper into rectangular sections using a pencil and ruler.
☆ How to paint blocks of a single colour without mixing into other colours, using only red, yellow and blue.
☆ How to observe and describe paintings that use different techniques and colours.
This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your pupils to explore and experiment with painting with a paintbrush, different brushstrokes and geometric blocks of primary colours. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lessons a masterpiece!
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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.
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This World War II Class Assembly is an outstanding opportunity for your class to take a poignant look back in time to one of the most significant events in our world’s history. Through music, dance, poetry, and drama, your class will be able to learn about and remember the bravery of those who fought for our freedom during the war.
The assembly includes four scenes, each highlighting different aspects of life during World War II. The first scene focuses on the impact of the war on daily life, including rationing and evacuations. The second scene features the Battle of Britain and the bravery of the Royal Air Force pilots and ground crew. The third scene highlights the impact of the Blitz on British cities, with a particular focus on London. The fourth scene describes D-Day, the largest seaborne invasion in history.
Throughout the assembly, your class will be able to participate in various activities, such as dancing to “Pack Up Your Troubles” and performing a shadow play set to “Spitfire Prelude and Fugue.” The assembly also includes opportunities for quiet reflection, such as lighting candles and holding hands during Vera Lynn’s “We’ll Meet Again.”
This World War II Class Assembly is an outstanding educational resource that offers a unique and engaging way for your class to learn about this pivotal moment in history. With its range of activities and opportunities for active participation, your class is sure to leave with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the sacrifices made during World War II.
Swim into the new term with this ocean animals dance unit.
Used across 6 lessons, this unit comes with 6 detailed lesson plans that are suitable for KS1.
Created by an experienced PE subject coordinator, these lessons have been rated Outstanding by PE professionals and leadership teams.
Files included:
✸ x6 lesson plans
✸ Underwater scene pictures
✸ Links to music for all lessons
✸ Mat signs for warm up
Lesson 1:
L.O. To explore the underwater world and convey its essence through movement.
• I can perform a variety of movements using different body parts.
• I can describe the ideas and emotions conveyed in my dance.
• I can collaborate effectively with my classmates during the dance.
Lesson 2:
L.O. To explore the ocean environment through movement and music.
• I can effectively perform various underwater body shapes with my partner.
• I can choreograph a brief sequence of underwater movements with my partner.
• I can recall key elements of ocean life and creatures while dancing.
Lesson 3:
L.O. To explore the theme of underwater friendship through dance and movement.
• I can perform movements in unison with my partner.
• I can communicate and share ideas with my partner.
• I can create actions that express the theme of underwater friendship in our dance.
Lesson 4:
L.O. To explore the underwater world and express it through movement and dance.
• I can perform underwater movements in sync with my partner.
• I can effectively communicate and share ideas with my partner.
• I can create movements that portray the underwater world in our dance.
Lesson 5:
L.O. To create a short dance sequence that represents the theme of the ocean.
• I can create a short dance sequence.
• I can express the theme of the ocean through my dance.
• I can structure my dance with a clear start, middle, and end.
Lesson 6:
L.O. To create ocean-inspired dance phrases using counting, explore repetition in dance sequences, and perform dances that convey feelings.
• I can create a dance phrase using counting.
• I can demonstrate repetition in my dance.
• I can express feelings through my dance.
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These four assemblies explain the value of generosity and how children can be generous to others in different ways.
Children will also have some reflection time at the end of the assembly to think about what they have learnt and what they can do next and there is a prayer at the end of each PowerPoint.
These generosity assemblies are a fantastic way to introduce children to ways that they can show kindness to others in ways not just related to money.
You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class. Each PowerPoint can be used individually or as a set.
You will receive a 15-slide PowerPoint, a 18-slide PowerPoint, a 15-slide PowerPoint, a 11-slide PowerPoint, teacher notes and a video about generosity.
The assemblies are interactive and involves the children to make sure they are engaged and interested.
Key features of Assembly 1:
✸ What does generosity mean?
✸ How can you be generous?
✸ Story - Feeding the 5000
✸ Reflection time about the story and how children can be generous
✸ Prayer
✸ Music suggestion
Key features of Assembly 2:
✸ What does generosity mean?
✸ Why is it important to come together as a school/community?
✸ Story - The Soup Stone (with animations)
✸ Questions about the story
✸ Reflection time - everyone is good at something. How can we make a difference?
✸ Prayer
✸ Music suggestion
Key features of Assembly 3:
✸ How should we treat others?
✸ What is generosity?
✸ What is gratitude?
✸ Giving to food banks
✸ Harvest festival
✸ Example acts of generosity
✸ Reflection time - how can children show generosity?
✸ Prayer
✸ Music suggestion
Key features of Assembly 4:
✸ Prioritising time
✸ Spending time showing kindness
✸ Video about kindness and generosity
✸ Kindness acrostic
✸ Generosity quote
✸ Quotes from the Bible
✸ Reflection time - what acts of kindness will you gift in your life? Quote reflection.
✸ Prayer
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Immerse your students in the Bronze Age with this set of three engaging and in-depth lessons, designed to explore the history, culture, and significance of this fascinating period.
Lesson 1: “Unveiling the Bronze Age”
Students will begin by discovering how the Bronze Age got its name and where it fits in the timeline of history. They’ll learn about the discovery of bronze and its transformative impact on society. With a combination of discussion, an information text, and creative tasks, this lesson solidifies students’ understanding of this pivotal era.
Lesson 2: “Life in the Bronze Age”
Take students on a journey into the daily lives of people during the Bronze Age. They’ll explore customs and artefacts through a captivating video about Marghwen’s cist discovery and an artistic task featuring the famous Amesbury Archer. The Archer’s Companion resource will help students connect with history in a personal and meaningful way, encouraging thoughtful responses.
Lesson 3: “Evidence from the Past”
In the final lesson, students will investigate the different types of evidence left behind from the Bronze Age. Through hands-on activities, they’ll categorise historical materials and distinguish between artefacts from the Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Age. The lesson wraps up with a PowerPoint on Bronze Age jewellery and a fact file project, deepening their understanding of this remarkable period.
Each lesson provides clear learning objectives, engaging activities, and interactive plenaries, supported by well-crafted resources including PowerPoints, videos, question sheets, and images of artefacts. These lessons are perfect for developing students’ critical thinking, creativity, and historical inquiry.
Bring the Bronze Age to life in your classroom with this comprehensive resource, ideal for Years 3 to 6. Perfect for Ofsted observations or interviews, these lessons are designed to captivate and inspire young historians.
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Looking for an outstanding Aztec class assembly that will engage and educate your students? Look no further! Our Aztec Class Assembly is a fun and interactive way to learn about the ancient civilization of the Aztecs.
Through a series of skits, dances, and music, your students will learn about the arrival of the Aztecs, their beliefs and customs, their fierce warriors and battle tactics, and their innovative techniques for agriculture and food.
With music and dance, your students will be transported to another time and place as they learn about the rich cultural heritage of the Aztecs. And with a fun and engaging script that includes jokes, poetry, and interactive activities, your students will be fully engaged and entertained throughout the assembly.
So why wait? Order our Aztec Class Assembly today and give your students an unforgettable experience that they will remember for years to come!
Enhance your students’ reading skills and immerse them in the delightful world of “The Sheep-Pig” by Dick King-Smith with our comprehensive set of reading comprehensions. This resource pack includes individual reading comprehension sheets and accompanying answer sheets for each chapter of the book.
Designed to cater to different reading abilities, the reading comprehensions are categorized into three levels of challenge: 1, 2, and 3. Challenge 1 provides a gentle introduction to comprehension skills, while challenge 3 offers a more rigorous exercise. Students can progress through the challenges at their own pace, building their confidence and comprehension abilities along the way.
These reading comprehensions are perfect for remote learning, providing a valuable resource for independent reading and comprehension practice. They can be easily shared with students and completed online or printed out for in-person learning.
Additionally, our reading comprehensions go beyond simple comprehension questions. They also include vocabulary studies, allowing students to explore and expand their understanding of key terms and phrases used in the book. This integrated approach enhances both reading comprehension and vocabulary development.
Immerse your students in the heartwarming tale of “The Sheep-Pig” while fostering their reading comprehension skills and expanding their vocabulary. Engage them in meaningful discussions and reflections on the story’s themes and characters. Whether used in the classroom or for remote learning, these reading comprehensions are a valuable tool for educators seeking to support their students’ reading journey.
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Blast off into learning with this comprehensive, 4-week space-themed unit for EYFS! Packed with engaging activities for both indoor and outdoor continuous provision, this resource will ignite your children’s curiosity and imagination as they explore the wonders of the universe.
What’s Included:
★ 24 Detailed Activity Plans: Each week features six exciting activities, three for indoor and three for outdoor learning, covering a wide range of EYFS curriculum areas.
★ Cross-Curricular Learning: Activities integrate literacy, maths, creative development, and more, providing a holistic learning experience.
★ Hands-On Exploration: From building rockets to creating alien landscapes, children will be actively engaged in their learning.
★ Differentiated Activities: Each activity includes suggestions for supporting and challenging learners of all abilities.
★ Open-Ended Play: Encourage imagination and creativity with open-ended activities that allow children to explore their own ideas.
Key Learning Areas:
★ Literacy: Space-themed stories, vocabulary development, mark-making, and writing activities.
★ Maths: Counting, number recognition, shape exploration, measurement, and pattern creation.
★ Creative Development: Art, music, dance, and imaginative play inspired by space.
★ Physical Development: Gross motor skills, fine motor skills, and coordination through active play.
★ Understanding the World: Learning about planets, stars, astronauts, and space exploration.
Why Choose This Resource?
★ Engaging and Fun: Captivating activities that spark curiosity and a love of learning.
★ Easy to Implement: Clear instructions and simple materials make setup a breeze.
★ Flexible and Adaptable: Activities can be easily modified to suit your setting and resources.
★ Promotes Holistic Development: Supports all areas of the EYFS curriculum.
★ Created by Early Years Experts: Designed by experienced educators with a deep understanding of early childhood development.
Launch your EYFS students into a universe of learning with this exciting space-themed unit!
Ideal for: EYFS, early years, space theme, continuous provision, indoor play, outdoor play, literacy, maths, creative development, physical development, understanding the world.
Ignite your students’ creativity and deepen their understanding of the moon with this comprehensive Moon Art Unit. This resource pack includes three thoughtfully designed lessons complete with planning, PowerPoint presentations, and a wide range of resources. Embark on a journey to discover the moon’s mysteries while nurturing your students’ artistic skills.
Lesson 1: Shades of the Moon
In this lesson, students will learn to use pastels to expertly shade the moon. Through engaging activities and discussions, they will explore the different parts of the moon and the techniques used to capture its features. The success criteria ensure that students can understand the moon’s composition, name its different parts, and create their own moon maps using white pastels and light smudging for detail.
Lesson 2: Shades of Grey
Building on their previous knowledge, students will learn to mix black and white to achieve various shades of grey. They will explore the concept of colour blending and apply it to create smooth transitions from white to black. The lesson includes hands-on activities where students practice mixing paint and achieve gradual changes in colour. The success criteria emphasize starting with white and progressively transitioning to black while avoiding abrupt jumps in colour.
Lesson 3: Lunar Viewfinder
In this final lesson, students will use a viewfinder to select a specific area of the moon’s surface to sketch and paint. They will focus on observing colours, textures, and shapes to recreate the details accurately. Students will utilize their shading skills and pay attention to blending and mixing paints to match the shades of grey in their chosen area. The success criteria encourage students to demonstrate their ability to choose an interesting view, sketch the details, and achieve colour accuracy through careful blending.
Each lesson is accompanied by a PowerPoint presentation, which provides visual aids and guidance throughout the learning process. Additionally, the resource pack includes a moon map website, a “how to draw the moon” video, strip frame templates, black circular paper, pastels, paint, viewfinders, sketching pencils, and more.
Unleash the imagination of your students and foster their artistic expression while unraveling the wonders of the moon. Engage them in a multidisciplinary learning experience that combines art and science. Purchase this Moon Art Unit today and watch your students’ creativity soar to new heights!
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Ignite a spark of determination in your students with this engaging bundle of three assemblies designed for KS1 and KS2 children. Each assembly is packed with inspiring stories, interactive activities, and thoughtful reflections to empower students to overcome challenges, dream big, and unleash their determination.
Assembly 1: "Overcoming Challenges"
Discover the power of determination as you delve into the story of “The Little Seed” who faced numerous obstacles on its journey to becoming a magnificent tree. Engage in discussions about personal challenges, learn from inspiring historical figures, and reflect on strategies to overcome obstacles. With this assembly, students will embrace the belief that determination can conquer any hurdle.
Assembly 2: "Dream Big: Reach for the Stars!"
Embark on a journey of dreams and determination with this assembly. Through an interactive opening activity, students will visualize their dreams and contribute to a Dream Wall, fostering a supportive community of shared aspirations. Explore the story of “The Little Astronaut” who pursued his dream despite doubts and setbacks. Engage in partner reflections to discover connections between dreams and find ways to collaborate and support each other. This assembly will encourage students to believe in the power of their dreams and strive for greatness.
Assembly 3: "Unleash Your Determination"
Unleash the incredible power of determination with this captivating assembly. Experience the timeless tale of “The Little Engine That Could,” which demonstrates the strength of unwavering determination. Engage in a determination pledge, reflecting on inner strength and drawing inspiration from historical figures who exemplified determination. Participate in a goal-setting workshop to break down aspirations into actionable steps. Students will be empowered to unleash their full potential and celebrate the amazing things they can achieve.
Each assembly includes a PowerPoint presentation and comprehensive teacher notes, providing guidance and additional resources to make implementation seamless. With these determination assemblies, you’ll nurture a resilient and motivated mindset in your students, equipping them with the tools to overcome challenges, dream big, and unleash their determination.
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Bring some Christmas joy to your classroom with these 3 Christmas Poetry Lessons! Perfect for the last week of term or spread out across the Autumn term, these lessons are perfect to bring excitement to your classroom.
Children will create their own Christmas poems - starting with learning all about rhyming words and creating rhyming phrases to creating an acrostic poem to writing a free verse poem all about the five senses (see, hear, touch, smell, taste) at Christmas.
Each PowerPoint is easy to follow and guides the teacher through from starter, main input to task and plenary.
Resources included:
x3 lesson plans
x3 PowerPoints (one for each lesson)
Christmas Poem Template (for support)
The Magic of Christmas poem
x3 Acrostic poem templates (with and without lines)
Christmas Acrostic poem example (for modelling)
Christmas Senses Pictures
Senses Inside and Outside at Christmas worksheet
Lesson 1: L.O. I can use rhyming words to create a Christmas poem.
Success Criteria: I can recognise rhyming words when saying them out loud.
I can create a rhyming poem about Christmas
I can create excitement through poetry.
I can add other literary features (e.g. conjunctions, adjectives, similes).
Lesson 2: L.O. I can use rhyming techniques to write an acrostic poem.
Success Criteria: I understand different poem genres.
I can use rhyming to create a poem.
I can use techniques to create rhyming phrases with key words.
I can use neat presentation and handwriting.
Lesson 3: L.O. I can use my five senses to describe Christmas.
Success Criteria: I understand different poem genres.
I can use rhyming to create a poem.
I can use techniques to create rhyming phrases with key words.
I can use effective adjectives to describe the senses at Christmas time.
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