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Experienced UK Primary teacher with a focus on interactive cross curricular power-point lessons.
KS1 & 2 Set of 32 Quiz questions about Medieval Castles.
KS1 & 2 Set of 32 Quiz questions about Medieval Castles.
32 differentiated questions (and answers!) to challenge and develop pupil knowledge about Medieval castles. Each question card is differentiated with a star symbol (1 star = easy, 2 stars = harder, 3 stars= difficult) so pupils can answer at their knowledge level. Useful as a lesson starter or plenary of for a small group activity.
Theseus and the Minotaur set of 4 English descriptive worksheets for LA/MA KS2.
Theseus and the Minotaur set of 4 English descriptive worksheets for LA/MA KS2. Learning Objective: I can use key words to describe mythological characters.
Worksheet 1: Adjective selection from a prepared set of vocabulary to best describe questions about Theseus, the Minotaur and the labyrinth.
Worksheet2: Noun, verb, adjective brainstorm to describe Ariadne, Athena, King Minos, Theseus, the Minotaur.
Worksheet 3: Creating own mythological beast and adding verbs and adjectives.
Worksheet 4: Simple label the characters cut and stick activity.
Can be used following introduction of the myth to develop vocabulary and language in writing. **
Geography Italy today: Series of 6 KS2 power-point lessons and activities.
Geography Italy today: Series of 6 KS2 power-point lessons and activities.
Each lesson is broken into short focused activities. There are opportunities for pupils to recall prior learning, participate in a short quiz, take notes from a YouTube clip, scrutinise and compare population graphs and weather charts (included on slides), research native animals and use maps and atlases to locate Italy’s key cities and geographical features. Each set of slides contain images to help pupils ‘get a feel’ for the geography of Italy as well as simple cultural information such as greetings in Italian at the beginning and end of lessons.
Great to link with cross curricular topic such as Ancient Rome, Roman Britain, Roman Gods, Europe etc.
Lesson 1
Learning Objectives
I must find Italy in my atlas.
I should recognise some of the features of Italy.
I could describe where Italy is in the world using geographical words.
Lesson 2
Learning objectives
I must be able to spot the main features of Italy.
I should find and label the features on my map.
I could write a description about two features.
Lesson 3
Learning Objectives
I must describe what Mediterranean climate means.
I should explain the temperature in different locations.
I could interpret the climate data and temperature chart for each month.
Lesson 4
Learning Objectives
I must explain the definition of the term ‘population’.
I should interpret the population table and think about why there are population differences in different parts of Italy.
I could compare data on the population table and explain reasons for any population problems Italy faces.
Lesson 5
Learning Objectives
I must explain the definition of the term ‘population’, ‘Mediterranean climate’ and ‘weather’.
I must order the ten most populated cities in Italy.
I should explain how the location of Italian cities affects population size.
I could explain how the weather and climate support the lifestyle of the Italian people.
Lesson 6
Learning Objectives
I must identify some features of natural beauty in Italy.
I should research some of the areas of natural beauty in Italy.
OR
I should identify and research some of the animal, fish and birds which come from Italy.**
Japan Series of 5 KS2 power-point Geography lessons
Japan Series of 5 KS2 power-point Geography lessons.
Each lesson is broken into short focused activities. There are opportunities for pupils to recall prior learning, participate in a short quiz, take notes from a YouTube clip, scrutinise and compare population graphs and weather charts(included on slides), research native animals and use maps and atlases to locate Japan’s key cities and geographical features. Each set of slides contain images to help pupils ‘get a feel’ for the geography of Japan as well as simple cultural information such as greetings in Japanese at the beginning and end of lessons.
Great to link with cross curricular topic such as Asia, Manga and art projects, Olympics 2020 in Tokyo etc.
Lesson 1
Learning Objectives
I must find Japan in my atlas.
I should recognise some of the features of Japan.
I could describe where Japan is in the world using geographical words
Lesson 2
Learning objectives
I must be able to spot the main features of Japan.
I should find and label the features on my map.
I could write a description about two features.
Lesson 3
Learning Objectives
I must identify the two main climate zones in Japan.
I should explain the seasonal changes and temperatures.
I could interpret the climate data and the differences in temperature each season.
Lesson 4
Learning objectives:
I must explain the definition of the term ‘population’.
I should interpret the topographic map and identify the challenges for living in Japan.
I could compare population graphs and explain reasons for population problems Japan faces now and in future years.
Lesson 5
Learning Objectives
I must identify some features of natural beauty in Japan.
I should identify and research some of the animal, fish and birds which come from Japan.
I could describe where the animals live and why they thrive well in a specific habitat in Japan.
KS2 Geography Amazing and Awesome Australia 5 powerpoint lessons
KS2 Years 4,5,6 - A series of 5 consecutive power-point lessons about the amazing country Australia (56 slides). Lesson 1 introduces the topic with visual clues using pupil’s own experiences as a starting point. The pupils are encouraged to use a Project Book to record their journey through each lesson. Lesson 2 focuses on the Australian territories, climate, landscape and capital and Lesson 3 uses seasonal rainfall and temperature data to enable pupils to compare, differentiate and analyse weather and climate between Australia and Britain. Pupils are set a challenge to apply their knowledge to advise a traveller with specific needs where to go for a holiday. Lesson 4 focuses on Australain people and Aboriginal culture including ‘Dreamtime’, Art and Music. There are links to Youtube clips to enable you to develop the learning into creative lessons. Lesson 5 looks at things to do in Australia, including wildlife and sports.
Each lesson offers clear steps for pupils to work in partners, small groups and individually. Each slide can be printed separately to enable pupils to have access to information tables and data. Differentiation is possible through limiting or increasing the data tables and amount of information for different ability groups. The Project book used throughout the topic will provide an assessment opportunity for cross curricular recording as well as Geographical understanding and data handling.
KS1 & 2 Book review blank template
KS1 & 2 Book review blank template. A quick review resource for pupils to use to comment on books they have read in class and as part of a special Book Day or library events. Space to write a short summary, draw a favourite character and rate the illustrations and text difficulty. Great to use in a class library for pupils to share ideas about their favourite fiction and non -fiction texts.
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Theseus and the MInotaur BUNDLE of 5 resources
Theseus and the Minotaur Bundle
Set of English topic related resources
Theseus and the Minotaur Diary example with 24 KS2 comprehension questions.
Set in pre 40AD, Theseus writes about his observations as he travels on his quest to slay the Minotaur. The diary is written in the first person and is separated into two main sections (Part 1: The quest to slay the Minotaur/ Part 2 : The return to Athens). Each part is broken into smaller, readable sections based upon location as Theseus travels through the myth. This recount demonstrates features of a diary and acts as a continuous recount of the event including Theseus’s personal feelings and points of view.
Can be used as a stimulus for Myths and Legends, creative writing and to identify the features and structure of diary writing or as a Recount Checklist activity.
Also attached are two sets of 12 comprehension questions relating to each of the two parts of the text.
Comprehension Learning Objectives:
I can respond to a range of texts.
I can locate ideas and use information.
I can refer to the text when explaining a view or reason.
I can deduce and infer ideas from the text.
I can select sentences or phrases to support my answers.
Guided reading based on Theseus and the Minotaur with learning objective, suggested questions (7) and a simple chronological story activity.
Learning Objective:
I can retell the myth Theseus and the Minotaur.
I can summarise the story.
I wrote this shorter version of the myth for a Year four reading group but it could be used with HA Y3, LA Y5 and Y6.
Fits well with cross curricular topic work on Ancient Greeks, Greece, Myths and Legends, Mythological beasts and narrative writing.
Theseus and the Minotaur set of 4 English descriptive worksheets for LA/MA KS2. Learning Objective: I can use key words to describe mythological characters.
Worksheet 1: Adjective selection from a prepared set of vocabulary to best describe questions about Theseus, the Minotaur and the labyrinth.
Worksheet2: Noun, verb, adjective brainstorm to describe Ariadne, Athena, King Minos, Theseus, the Minotaur.
Worksheet 3: Creating own mythological beast and adding verbs and adjectives.
Worksheet 4: Simple label the characters cut and stick activity.
Can be used following introduction of the myth to develop vocabulary and language in writing.
Story board activity. Simple summary of the story of Theseus and the Minotaur reduced into six boxes with blank spaces for pupils to fill in the missing word in the sentences. Suitable for SEN/LA KS2.
This bundle can be used for cross curricular topics English -Myths and Legends/ writing a diary or recount, comprehension. History – The Greeks/ Greek Gods and Goddesses, Mythical Beasts, Geography – Greece.
Myth planning template with structure and ideas for pupils to use to plan their own myth.
KS1 & KS2 Resource Blank Project Book
A 13 page blank booklet including cover page, contents, glossary and author page. Each page is divided into different layouts with space for illustrations, photos and recording.
Pupils can use this booklet for their own individual fiction or non-fiction project work or within a whole class project. Great for display at the end of a topic or for pupils to share in the class library.
KS1 & 2 Eye witness recount /diary account of the Great Fire of London
KS1 & 2 Eye witness recount /diary account of the Great Fire of London
Set in September 1666, James Shirley, Dramatist, writes about his observations as the fire takes hold of and destroys London. This example demonstrates features of a diary and acts as a recount of the event including personal feelings and points of view.
Useful in the lesson for pupils to use to identify features and structure of diary writing or as a Recount Checklist activity.
Can be used in cross curricular History topics on The Great Fire of London or Samuel Pepys diary.
KS1 Alphabetical order by initial and second letters - set of 8 worksheets.
KS1 Alphabetical order by initial and second letters - set of 8 worksheets. Two worksheets for each learning objective.
Learning objectives
I must order two words alphabetically by the first (initial) letter.
I must order three words alphabetically by the first (initial) letter.
I should order two words alphabetically by the first and second letters.
I should order three words alphabetically by the first and second letters.
KS1 & 2 History/Geography /Science– ‘Very famous person’ blank template
KS1 & 2 History/Geography /Science– ‘Very famous person’ blank template. A quick information gathering resource for pupils to use to research a specific famous person and find out specific information about nationality, flag, birth/death dates, education, famous work and reasons this person is well known. Space to write short sentences or bullet points of key information and a summary of how this person has helped or changed the world. Great for class display and for starting points about a famous person based subject or as a final assessment of knowledge gained throughout a topic.
Link to cross curricular History/Geography/Science/Art topics and ‘Inventors’, ‘Explorers’, ‘Victorians’ and similar topics.
KS1 & 2 Geography –All About A Country blank template
. A quick information gathering resource for pupils to use to research a specific country and find out specific information about location, flag, population, capital, borders, geographical features, main industries, temperature, geographical features and native animals and birds . Space to write short sentences or bullet points of key information. Great for class display and for starting points in a country based subject or as a final assessment of knowledge gained throughout a topic.
Link to cross curricular Geography topics on Australia, African countries, Russia, India, USA etc.
KS1&2 Saint George and the Dragon story and sequencing activity
KS1&2 Saint George and the Dragon story and sequencing activity.
Learning objective: To sequence and retell the story of’ Saint George and the dragon’ in order.
Pupils cut out the images and descriptions and sequence the story onto a storyboard template. There are three templates attached which support differentiation and reading levels. HA template is numbered only and pupils order the story into the numbered boxes. MA is differentiated using key words from the main text in the numbered boxes. LA pupils can order the story into the numbered boxes with the support of key sentences which they can match to the main text.
Included is a simplified story of George and the Dragon which I have adapted for Primary aged pupils which could be used in an assembly or to start a lesson. There is also a link to a Youtube clip about the story.
Theseus and the Minotaur Diary example with 24 KS2 comprehension questions.
Theseus and the Minotaur Diary example with 24 KS2 comprehension questions.
Set in pre 40AD, Theseus writes about his observations as he travels on his quest to slay the Minotaur. The diary is written in the first person and is separated into two main sections (Part 1: The quest to slay the Minotaur/ Part 2 : The return to Athens). Each part is broken into smaller, readable sections based upon location as Theseus travels through the myth. This recount demonstrates features of a diary and acts as a continuous recount of the event including Theseus’s personal feelings and points of view.
Can be used as a stimulus for Myths and Legends, creative writing and to identify the features and structure of diary writing or as a Recount Checklist activity.
Also attached are two sets of 12 comprehension questions relating to each of the two parts of the text.
Comprehension Learning Objectives:
I can respond to a range of texts.
I can locate ideas and use information.
I can refer to the text when explaining a view or reason.
I can deduce and infer ideas from the text.
I can select sentences or phrases to support my answers.
Can be used in cross curricular topics English -Myths and Legends/ writing a diary or recount, History – The Greeks/ Greek Gods and Goddesses, Mythical Beasts, Geography – Greece. **
KS1 powerpoint lesson : How to write a party invitation with a Halloween focus.
KS1 powerpoint lesson : How to write a party invitation with a Halloween focus. A KS1 power-point of 14 slides which can be used as one lesson or extended over a longer period. There is a warm up, two activities and a final writing task. Included are examples of 2 invitations (birthday and Halloween party) for pupils to use in the lesson to spot the key features and help Lei correct his invitation (because no one has replied!). There are key questions to promote discussion and paired work. Also included is a simple invitation template for pupil use. Pupils can also use the important information/checklist to give paired feedback after writing their own invitation.
KS1 & 2 play script planning template
KS1 & 2 play script planning template. A resource for pupils to use to plan their own play. Includes a bullet point reminder of the rules for writing playscripts and spaces for pupils to develop character description, setting, the problem and the structure of their play.
Great to use following a drama or speaking and listening lesson. Can also be used with the majority of topics involving stories and characters (real and fictional).
KS 1 & 2 Library Treasure hunt grid
KS 1 & 2 Library Treasure hunt grid
A simple ‘treasure hunt’ to introduce or develop pupil understanding of a library or book area. Pupils find the treasure and write their answers in the box.
KS2 How to write a horror story powerpoint lesson(s)
A KS2 power-point of 19 slides which can be used as one lesson or extended over a longer period. Included are examples of 2 short horror stories (not too scary!) for pupils to use in the lesson to analyse against a Horror story features checklist. There are key questions to promote discussion and paired work. Also included is a simple planning and drafting grid. Pupils can use the grids to give paired feedback to improve their work prior to writing the final story. The lesson culminates in a spooky story reading presentation.
KS2 Battle of Hastings Diary example.
KS2 Battle of Hastings Diary example.
Set in October 1066, a Norman Knight writes about his observations before, during and after the Battle of Hastings. This example demonstrates features of a diary and acts as a recount of the event including personal feelings and points of view.
Useful in the lesson for pupils to use to identify features and structure of diary writing or as a Recount Checklist activity.
Can be used in cross curricular History topic on Norman life, Castles or Knights.
KS1/Y3 Powerpoint lesson (s) of 37 slides on the topic ‘Norman castles’.
KS1/Y3 Powerpoint lesson (s) of 37 slides on the topic ‘Norman castles’.
Learning Objectives:
To use the correct historical vocabulary when talking about the features of a castle.
To compare the similarities and differences between motte and bailey and stone built castles.
To identify William the Conqueror , where he came from and his link to castles.
To use my knowledge about castles to make my own information book.
The slides are easy to follow and devised to encourage partner/trio discussion and collaboration through key questioning and small group activities. Slides 2-4 use pupil knowledge as a starting point assessment through a reflection activity. Slides 5-11 focus on William the Conqueror and include a paired map activity using atlases. Slides 12-20 look at early motte and bailey castles and include a short clip from Youtube. Included is a simple DT planning sheet for pupils to design then build a motte and bailey castle. Slides 21-23 encourage pupils to consider the purposes of castles in war and peace time. Slides 24-32 can be used as a castle features class quiz or a paired assessment. Slides 33- 36 look at famous castles belonging to Normans. The final slide offers a suggestion for making a ‘castle’ booklet or scrap book.