Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This 19 slide PowerPoint presentation tells the Christianity story of Easter and Jesus on a cross. There are many animations to keep children interested and cartoons detailing the story. It is 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

Elevate your maths teaching with this outstanding Year 3/4 Maths Reflection Interview Lesson. This comprehensive resource includes a pre-teaching assessment, a detailed lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, and a variety of tasks catering to different skill levels. From easy to challenging tasks, table challenges, extension activities, to a quiz, this lesson provides a wealth of adaptable resources for varying lesson durations. Learning Objective: I can reflect patterns and shapes in a mirror line. Steps to Success: ★ Understanding Symmetry: Reflect patterns and shapes across a mirror line using symmetry principles. ★ Horizontal and Vertical Reflections: Skillfully reflect shapes in both horizontal and vertical mirror lines. ★ Tracing Proficiency: Utilize tracing paper to accurately reflect intricate patterns and shapes. ★ Mirror Verification: Apply a mirror to validate the correctness of reflections. Resource Highlights: ★ Pre-teaching Assessment: Gauge students’ prior knowledge to tailor the lesson effectively. ★ Adaptable Tasks: Easy, medium, and harder tasks ensure inclusivity for all learners. ★ Extension Activities: Provide opportunities for further exploration and challenge. ★ Table Challenge: Foster collaborative learning with engaging table challenges. ★ Quiz: Evaluate understanding with a thought-provoking quiz. 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: Y3, Year 3, Y4, Year 4, Maths, Reflection, Symmetry, Lesson Plan, Interview Lesson, Classroom Resources.

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Take your students on an engaging literacy journey to the heart of the Amazon rainforest, inspired by Lynne Cherry’s enchanting story, “The Great Kapok Tree.” This unit enhances writing skills while fostering an appreciation for the rich biodiversity and ecological significance of rainforests. Through a series of enjoyable activities, students will develop their descriptive writing, persuasive techniques, and analytical skills. This unit includes: ☆ 11 detailed lesson plans with clear learning objectives, success criteria, and differentiation ideas ☆ 11 informative and interactive PowerPoint presentations with stunning images and animations ☆ A comprehensive word bank with key vocabulary and definitions ☆ A range of worksheets and resources to support students’ learning and assessment ☆ A final project where students plan and write their own version of “The Great Kapok Tree” story This unit covers the following skills and knowledge: ☆ Descriptive Writing: Students will learn to describe a setting vividly, focusing on the sensory details of the rainforest. ☆ Postcard Writing: Children will practise writing a postcard to a friend, describing their imaginary visit to the rainforest. ☆ Character Analysis: Students will find evidence about characters from the text, understanding their motives and perspectives. ☆ Persuasive Writing: Children will write a persuasive text from the point of view of one of the rainforest animals, advocating for the protection of the Great Kapok Tree. ☆ Summarising and Reviewing: Students will summarise the story, articulate their opinions, and write a detailed book review. ☆ Creative Writing: Finally, they will plan and write their own version of the story, incorporating the elements they have learned throughout the unit. Curriculum Alignment: This unit aligns with the National Curriculum for English and covers essential literacy skills. It is suitable for KS2 students (ages 7-11) and can be adapted to suit different abilities and interests. It can be used as a standalone topic or integrated into a broader study of rainforest ecosystems and environmental conservation.

Are you looking for a fun and creative way to teach your KS1 students about space? Do you want to spark their imagination and curiosity while developing their artistic skills? If so, you might be interested in this space art unit that consists of five outstanding lessons! This space art unit is designed to help children learn about space through various art forms, such as sketching, collage, and clay modelling. Each lesson has a clear learning objective, success criteria, and a PowerPoint presentation to guide you and your students through the activities. You will also find a list of materials and resources that you will need for each lesson. The space art unit covers the following topics and skills: ★ Lesson 1: Sketching aliens from imagination and memory, using light and dark lines, dots, and dashes to create effects. ★ Lesson 2: Creating a final drawing of an alien, based on the sketches from lesson 1, using colour and shading to add detail and depth. ★ Lesson 3: Making a collage of planets in a space night sky, using a variety of materials and textures, such as paper, foil, fabric, and glitter. ★ Lesson 4: ★ Lesson 5: Designing and making a clay alien, based on the drawings from lesson 2, using different tools and techniques to create pattern and texture. This space art unit is suitable for KS1 or early KS2 students, and can be easily adapted to suit different abilities and interests. It can also be extended to 7 lessons if you would like to paint the clay aliens after they have dried. This space art unit is a brilliant way to inspire your students to learn about space while creating some fantastic artwork that they can be proud of. It is also a great opportunity to develop their creativity, imagination, and fine motor skills. We hope you enjoy this space art unit and that your students have a blast exploring space through art! You may also be interested in… ☆ KS1 How to Use a Paintbrush - Outstanding Art Lesson ☆ KS1 Art Unit: Exploring Mark Making Techniques and Drawing Skills - x6 Lessons ☆ KS1 African Art Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons 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: space art, space art unit, space art lessons, KS1 space art, KS1 art art lessons, art unit, space theme, space collage, clay aliens, sketching aliens, drawing aliens, space facts, space trivia, explore education, y1 art, y2 art, year 1 art, year 2 art, year 3 art

Embark on an exciting journey of discovery with our comprehensive EYFS Wider Curriculum Unit: Explorers. This engaging and immersive resource pack is designed to introduce young learners to the wonders of exploration through a variety of subjects, including science, art, history/geography, PE, and PSHE. Aligned with the EYFS framework, this 6-week unit provides a rich and diverse learning experience for early years children. Week 1 sets the stage with an Introduction to Explorers, igniting curiosity and setting the foundation for the weeks to come. In Week 2, children will dive into the captivating world of Famous Explorers, learning about their remarkable journeys and contributions. Week 3 takes an Arctic twist, as children explore Arctic Animals and their habitats, fostering an appreciation for biodiversity and the natural world. As the adventure continues, Week 4 invites children to become Rainforest Explorers, delving into the lush greenery and diverse ecosystems of the rainforests. Week 5 takes a plunge into the depths of the ocean, as children embark on an exploration of marine life and its fascinating wonders. Finally, in Week 6, children will reach for the stars as they venture into the vastness of space, learning about planets and the mysteries beyond Earth. Each week’s lesson plans and accompanying resources are provided in PDF format, ensuring easy access and convenience. With a focus on interactive and hands-on activities, our unit cultivates critical thinking, creativity, and physical development. Children will engage in experiments, create artwork inspired by explorers, embark on virtual field trips, and participate in team-building physical activities. Prepare to inspire and ignite the spirit of exploration in your early years classroom with our EYFS Wider Curriculum Unit: Explorers. Watch as children’s imaginations soar and their understanding of the world expands through this immersive, cross-curricular learning experience.

This African mask unit can be used across Art and Design & Technology to help children to design and create their own African mask inspired by the culture and traditions of many different African cultures. By the end of this unit, the children will have created their own wearable African mask made from clay. The children will be able to present some key facts about the use of masks in different cultures. They will extend their understanding of the mosaicking technique and practise using sculpting materials with confidence. In this lesson the children will be reviewing what they know about masks and making them out of clay. By the end of the lesson they should have a clear idea of what their mask will look like. In this lesson the children will start to create their mask from clay. They should review their flow diagram from last lesson and be able to use a variety of tools to manipulate the clay ready for decoration. Children will demonstrate in their evaluations an understanding of what makes a good quality ceramic sculpture. tags: ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 culture history geography design and technology D&T key stage 2 ppt african masks planning african mask template facts art making african masks

Discover the enchanting world of mythical creatures through this engaging and comprehensive art unit. Our Mythical Creatures Art Unit consists of five outstanding lessons that will inspire creativity, enhance artistic skills, and encourage critical thinking. Designed for students to explore their imagination, this unit focuses on designing, sketching, modelling, and painting mythical creatures. In Lesson 1, students will embark on a captivating journey by designing their own mythical creature. They will unleash their creativity and utilize their artistic skills to bring their unique creature to life. Through peer feedback and improvement, students will provide constructive criticism and make improvements to their partner’s mythical creature drawing. Finally, they will create a final sketch of their own mythical creature, incorporating improvements and adding vibrant colours using pencil crayons. In Lesson 2, students will delve into the technical aspects of design by transforming their sketches into blueprint designs. They will learn to use bold lines and avoid shading to create accurate and proportionate blueprint designs of their mythical creatures. This lesson will challenge their attention to detail and precision in technical drawing. Lesson 3 introduces the tactile experience of working with clay to bring the mythical creatures to life. Students will shape basic forms using clay and explore different techniques to create their desired shapes. They will learn how to join clay pieces securely, ensuring the durability of their clay models. The lesson also emphasizes the application of descriptive language as students brainstorm and share adjectives that describe their creature’s appearance, behavior, and other characteristics. In Lesson 4, students will add vibrant colors and intricate patterns to their clay models. They will discuss and select appropriate colors and patterns, considering the characteristics of their mythical creatures. Applying the first layer of paint with precision and attention to details, students will bring their models to life. The lesson encourages creativity and critical thinking in color selection and pattern design. Finally, in Lesson 5, students will finalize their clay models by adding details, layering patterns, and covering any grey patches. They will evaluate their project by completing an evaluation sheet, answering thoughtful and honest questions. This self-reflection activity encourages students to assess their own work and provides an opportunity for growth and improvement. This Mythical Creatures Art Unit is a comprehensive and engaging resource that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and artistic skills. It is suitable for art classes, homeschooling, or any learning environment that aims to inspire imagination and artistic expression. Grab this resource now and embark on an exciting journey into the realm of mythical creatures! ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 sculpture sculpting outstanding unit scheme

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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 Love this resource? Leave us a great review and get a resource of your choice for FREE! Just drop us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review. This Bonfire Night writing unit is perfect to use in October or November for Bonfire Night firework celebrations! Children will start with a cold write, writing their own Bonfire Night poem before building up to a banger of a senses poem at the end of the unit. They will perform poetry to learn all about onomatopoeia and expression. These five lessons are perfect to be used across a week. They are fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans provided. Created by an experienced English subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students in Year 1. Included is: 5 PowerPoints 5 Lesson plans Senses worksheet HA senses poetry writing frame Lesson 1: To write a poem. I can use my senses to make phrases. I can say aloud what a want to write. I can segment sounds in words. I can link words together to make a phrase. I can use a capital letter. I can use finger spaces. I can write letters that start on the line. I can write letters that are a similar size to one another. Lesson 2: To perform a poem. I can learn a line of a new poem and recite it with my group. I can read a poem using a clear voice I can perform a poem with expression. I can perform words with onomatopoeia Lesson 3: To perform a poem. I can work in a group to perform a poem. I can speak with a clear voice. I can use expression and intonation when I perform. I can recognise words that have onomatopoeia Lesson 4 and 5: To write a poem. I can say out loud what I am going to write about. I can use my senses to talk about bonfire night. I can use adjectives to describe Bonfire Night. I can write sentences that include an expanded noun phrase. KS1 outstanding SEN key stage one fire work safety november writing english literacy reading poem poetry 5 senses

Do you want to teach your students about the musculoskeletal system of animals and how it affects their movement? Do you want to engage them in a fun and hands-on investigation that develops their scientific skills? If so, this lesson is for you! This lesson includes: ★ A detailed lesson plan with learning objectives, success criteria, starter, main input, activities, challenge, and plenary. ★ A PowerPoint presentation with clear explanations, examples, and questions to guide your teaching. ★ An example method for the investigation, showing how to measure the length of the femur bone and the distance of the jump. ★ An investigation worksheet for students to write their prediction, method, data, and conclusion. ★ Vocabulary cards for the key scientific words: prediction, method, data, results, and conclusion. In this lesson, students will: ★ Learn the difference between vertebrates and invertebrates, and between exoskeletons and endoskeletons. ★ Make a prediction based on a scientific question: Do you think someone with a long femur bone can jump further than someone who has a shorter femur bone? ★ Conduct an investigation using a method they create as a class, and collect data in pairs or small groups. ★ Analyse their data and draw a conclusion, comparing it with their prediction and explaining their findings. ★ Devise their own musculoskeletal questions to investigate and consider how they would carry them out (challenge). ★ Consolidate the scientific words and their meanings, and reflect on what they have learned (plenary). This lesson is suitable for KS2 science students, and covers the curriculum objectives of working scientifically and living things and their habitats. It is a great way to introduce or revise the topic of the musculoskeletal system, and to foster curiosity and inquiry among your students. Download this lesson today and get ready to explore the amazing world of animals and their bones! Tags: musculoskeletal system, vertebrates, invertebrates, exoskeletons, endoskeletons, femur bone, investigation, prediction, method, data, conclusion, KS2 science, living things and their habitats, working scientifically.

Deepen your KS2 students’ understanding of place value and rounding with this exciting, hands-on maths lesson. This resource is packed with activities that will challenge and engage your learners, helping them develop their problem-solving skills and mathematical thinking. What’s Included: ☆ Fun Place Value Quiz: Get your students warmed up with a lively quiz that tests their knowledge of place value concepts. ☆ 4 Unique Investigations: Choose from four different challenges designed to suit different abilities and learning styles, encouraging students to think critically and creatively. ☆ Mastery Challenge Sheet: Stretch your higher-achieving students with a set of thought-provoking problems that test their mastery of place value and rounding. ☆ Comprehensive Lesson Plan & PowerPoint: Follow the easy-to-use lesson plan and visually appealing slides to guide your instruction. ☆ Ready-to-Print Worksheets: Save time with printable materials that are ready to go. Skills Covered: ☆ Rounding: To the nearest 10, 100, and 1000. ☆ Place Value: Understanding the value of each digit in a number. ☆ Problem-Solving: Applying place value and rounding to solve real-world problems. ☆ Critical Thinking: Analyzing information and making logical conclusions. Perfect for: Year 4, Year 5, and Year 6 teachers looking for a fun and challenging way to teach place value and rounding. Why Choose This Resource: ☆ Differentiated Activities: Suitable for all levels in your classroom. ☆ Interactive Learning: Encourage active participation and deeper understanding. ☆ Teacher-Approved: Tried and tested with KS2 students. Tags: ks2 maths, place value, rounding, maths investigation, primary maths, year 3 maths, year 4 maths, year 5 maths, year 6 maths, differentiated maths activities, problem-solving maths, mastery maths, maths worksheets, maths lesson plans

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. Keywords: Bronze Age, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Ofsted outstanding, history lessons, timeline, daily life, artefacts, historical inquiry.

Take your rounding skills to the next level with our exceptional Year 5 Maths Interview Lesson focused on rounding to the nearest 1000, 10,000, and 100,000. This outstanding lesson is designed to empower students with a deep understanding of place value and equip them with essential rounding techniques. Engage your students from the start with a thought-provoking starter activity that challenges them to explore the significance of rounding numbers and its practical applications. As they dive into the main part of the lesson, they will discover the power of memorable rounding rhymes, enabling them to confidently navigate the rounding process. Through interactive activities and guided practice, students will solidify their grasp of rounding rules and develop the ability to identify the correct place value. They’ll gain invaluable experience adjusting numbers to ensure they end in zero and rounding to increasingly larger numbers. Activities like rounding Lake Victoria’s area and exploring the mileage of a car will keep their curiosity and problem-solving skills sharp. To deepen their understanding, students will participate in class discussions, engaging in rounding challenges and uncovering fascinating properties of numbers. They’ll embark on a journey of discovery, exploring patterns and connections while honing their ability to explain their reasoning. This comprehensive lesson also includes purpose-built resources, such as a PowerPoint presentation, interactive activities, and a handy rhyme sheet to support students throughout their rounding journey. As a plenary activity, students will showcase their mastery by creating step-by-step instructions for rounding any given number. Get ready to witness exceptional progress in your students’ rounding abilities. Grab this outstanding Y5 Rounding Maths Interview Lesson today and set your students on the path to mathematical success! Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com interview, ofsted, observation

Celebrate and learn from the stories of famous disabled people in history and today with this engaging and inclusive lesson for disability history month. This lesson covers the following learning objective and success criteria: Learning objective: To learn about the lives and achievements of some famous disabled people in history and today, and how they overcame the challenges and barriers they faced. Success criteria: By the end of the lesson, you will be able to: ★ Name some famous disabled people in history and today and describe their disabilities and accomplishments. ★ Compare and contrast the experiences and opportunities of disabled people in different historical periods and contexts. ★ Express your opinions and feelings about the stories of famous disabled people and how they inspire you. This resource pack includes: ★ A detailed lesson plan with clear instructions. ★ A PowerPoint presentation with slides for the starter, main teacher input, main activity, and plenary. ★ Eight famous disabled people cards with information and images of Helen Keller, Stephen Hawking, Frida Kahlo, Ludwig van Beethoven, Stevie Wonder, Alex Zanardi, Aaron Fortheringham, and Warwick Davis. ★ A presentation criteria sheet with a checklist. This lesson is designed to develop the students’ knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of disability as a natural and diverse part of human life, and to inspire them to pursue their goals and dreams, and to support disability equality and inclusion in their school and community. It also supports the development of the students’ research, presentation, and communication skills, as well as their critical thinking and creativity. You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 PARALYMPICS PSHE Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons ☆ Outstanding KS2 PSHE Honesty Interview Lesson ☆ x2 RESPECT Assemblies / Collective Worship - PSHE, bullying, friendship, values 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: KS1, KS2, KS3, PSHE, Disabled, SEND, Special Educational Needs, PowerPoint

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

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

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These two PowerPoints explain how words can hurt others and encourage children to think before they speak. 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. These hurtful words assemblies are a fantastic way to introduce children to the value of friendship and how to show kindness to otheres. You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class. You will receive a 14-slide PowerPoint and a 12-slide PowerPoint. This assembly is interactive and involves the children to make sure they are engaged and interested. Key features of Assembly 1: ✸ Thinking about the ‘Sticks and Stones’ saying. Is it true? ✸ Best and worst things people have said to you ✸ What happens when you speak thoughtlessly ✸ Times when people hurt others ✸ People’s reactions (face-to-face and online) ✸ Reflection: Saying positive things ✸ Reflection: Thinking before we speak Key features of Assembly 2: ✸ Using an apple to symbolise the power of mean words ✸ Thinking about what you can do if you are upset by someone’s words ✸ Using toothpaste to symbolise the impossible task of taking back hurtful words ✸ Example video to show how powerful words can be ✸ Reflection: words are powerful key stage 1 y1 y2 y3 y4 y5 y6 citizenship pshe british values trust behaviour assembly worship Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Empower your Year 3 and 4 students to become confident and independent writers with this essential double-sided mat! Packed with helpful reminders and prompts, this versatile resource supports writing across the curriculum and can be used on tabletops or in workbooks. Side 1: Writing Process & Sentence Enhancement ★ The Writing Process: A step-by-step guide to crafting well-structured sentences, from brainstorming to revision. ★ Superior Connectives: A list of sophisticated conjunctions (if, so, while, though, since) to elevate sentence complexity. ★ Super Sentence Starters: A variety of engaging sentence openers to inspire creativity and variety. ★ Detail, Detail, Detail!: Prompts to encourage adding rich descriptions and expanding sentences. Side 2: Grammar, Punctuation & Vocabulary ★ Apostrophes: Rules for contractions and possessives, with examples. ★ The Amazing Flying Comma: Guidance on comma usage in lists and clauses. ★ Punctuation Job Descriptions: Clear explanations of the functions of capital letters, full stops, question marks, exclamation marks, commas, and speech marks. ★ Paragraphs: Rules for starting new paragraphs. ★ Word Banks: Lists of amazing adjectives, astounding adverbs, powerful verbs, and neat nouns to enrich vocabulary. Why Choose This Resource? ★ Promotes Independence: Students can refer to the mat for guidance, reducing reliance on teacher support. ★ Reinforces Key Skills: Regular exposure to writing conventions and vocabulary strengthens learning. ★ Versatile and Practical: Suitable for writing tasks across all subjects. ★ Durable and Reusable: Laminate for tabletop use or stick into books for easy reference. ★ Builds Confidence: Empowers children to take ownership of their writing and experiment with language. Also available for Years 1/2 and 5/6! Ideal for: KS2, Year 3, Year 4, writing skills, grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, sentence structure, creative writing, independent learning, classroom resources.