Includes lesson plans, differentiated worksheet. This resource provides engaging activities and discussion points for Weeks 2 and 3 of The Journey Home by Frann Preston-Gannon. This beautifully illustrated book follows the journey of a polar bear who meets other endangered animals along the way, creating opportunities for students to explore themes of environmental conservation and empathy. These weekly guides include comprehension questions, creative projects, and activities designed to deepen understanding of the story and its message, while encouraging reflection on our impact on the natural world. Week 1(Free) : https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13145680

I’ve put Magic Bed week 1 resources for free, Just putting week 2 resources along with some Math resources for a £1 just to encourage me to upload more resources to help out teachers during this energy bills crisis.

Unleash your child’s inner storyteller with this captivating PowerPoint! Bursting with vibrant visuals and engaging activities, it guides young writers through every step of crafting their own narrative. From brainstorming ideas and developing characters to building exciting plots and writing vivid descriptions, this presentation equips children with the tools and confidence to create captivating stories that will ignite their imaginations!

This comprehensive Phonics Phase 2 Teacher Training Pack is designed to equip educators with everything they need to deliver effective, engaging, and systematic phonics lessons for young learners. Perfect for schools, individual teachers, and tutors, this resource aligns with the Letters and Sounds framework and is tailored to support early reading success. This free resource will supplement this resource: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/little-wandle-parent-powerpoint-13157835 What’s Included: Detailed Guidance for Teachers A step-by-step overview of Phase 2 phonics, including the progression of letter-sound correspondences, blending and segmenting strategies, and key milestones to track pupil progress. Interactive Training Presentation A professionally designed, editable Keynote/PowerPoint presentation to deliver engaging CPD sessions. Includes visuals, sound clips, and practical activity ideas. Printable Resources Flashcards, sound mats, letter formation sheets and blending/segmenting activities ready to print and use in lessons. Assessment and Tracking Templates Tools to evaluate pupils’ phonics progress and pinpoint areas for additional support. Why Choose This Pack? Time-Saving: Ready-to-use materials reduce planning time. Evidence-Based: Developed using proven methods to boost phonics attainment. Versatile: Ideal for new teachers, experienced educators, or those looking to refresh their approach. Professional Touch: Perfect for CPD sessions or inset days. Empower your team to confidently teach Phonics Phase 2 and set your pupils on the path to reading success! Download your pack today and inspire confident, capable readers.

In this exciting Iron Man writing unit, students explore prediction skills, practice using similes and create an engaging wanted poster based on the text. This week’s resources include both Active Inspire Flipcharts (previously used) and new PowerPoint slides with updated content for more recent lessons. Week 3: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/iron-man-by-ted-hughes-year-3-4-writing-unit-week-3-13151758

A variety of mental starters as well as Mathematical vocabulary that children can repeat before a topic in Maths. Works brilliantly with my class. This is a Promethean flip-chart that uses Active inspire. Update: I’ve included Powerpoint now.

An Active inspire flip chart great for practicing handwriting.

Editable - KS1 Writing Cover Page This simple yet effective KS1 Writing Cover Page is designed to help young learners structure their work neatly and consistently. It clearly indicates: Where to write the date: Ensuring uniformity across all work. Space for the Learning Objective (LO): Perfect for sticking or writing the lesson focus. Clean, child-friendly design: Easy for students to follow independently. An ideal addition to your classroom resources to encourage good presentation habits in early writers! KS2 Writing Cover Page: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-13159781

This is the first of a 4 week resource on Edward Tulane. The first week includes a differentiated lesson plan, easy to understand and follow. As well as resources and flip-charts (Active Inspire) which go with it. I have taught this to Year 4 class and it was the best ever book they read. Everyone remembers Edward Tulane only because of these lesson plans and resources and the way the book was read. You can find the rest here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/edward-tulane-week-2-4-lesson-plan-active-inspire-flip-chart-and-resources-13146148

This resource is designed to help practice Phase 2 phonics sounds and includes worksheets and workbooks to reinforce learning. It provides activities that focus on blending, segmenting, and recognizing initial sounds, helping children build a strong phonics foundation through engaging, hands-on practice. Includes: Flash cards Editable powerpoints Worksheets Handwriting formation Phonics sounds presentation Phonics worksheet booklet

Here’s a two-week lesson plan outline for teaching a fact file and setting description. It’s divided into four days per week, with a focus on research, descriptive language, structure, and peer review to develop both skills. I’ve also took Year 2 children on a trip to the Tower Of London to fit in with this theme. I’d reccomend booking 3-4 weeks in advance: https://www.hrp.org.uk/tower-of-london/schools/plan-a-school-visit/#gs.i22syz

This PowerPoint presentation is dedicated to the National Handwriting Assembly, highlighting the significance of handwriting in today’s world. It covers key insights into the benefits of handwriting, the goals of the assembly and the ways it fosters appreciation for this valuable skill. Included within the presentation are certificates to recognize the efforts and achievements of those committed to preserving the art and utility of handwriting. This assembly is not just about celebrating handwriting but also about inspiring a new generation to value the written word.

I’ve just added images so you can see what’s in the editable powerpoint. This Meet the Teacher presentation is designed to introduce students and families to the classroom, share key information about the school year, and build a strong foundation for collaboration. You’ll get to know more about your teacher’s background, teaching style, and goals for the class, as well as the curriculum, class expectations, and ways to stay involved. This session is an opportunity to ask questions, learn about upcoming events, and see how we can work together to support each student’s growth and success. Welcome to a new and exciting school year!

Our premium Oliver Twist unit for weeks 2-6 is packed with comprehensive, ready-to-use PowerPoint presentations and targeted learning objectives. What’s Included Weekly PowerPoints: Each week’s slides cover key chapters, discussion points, and background context, alongside visuals, historical references, and prompts that guide in-depth discussions. Daily Learning Objectives: Each lesson is designed with clear objectives and outcomes, from understanding themes like poverty and resilience to analyzing Dickens’ use of symbolism and character development. In-Depth Activities and Assignments: Worksheets (if necessary), reading guides, and projects are tailored for each week, helping students connect personally with the text and examine the implications of Dickens’ critique on social justice. Week1: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-13146001

Resource Overview: Literacy Unit Plan for The Wolves in the Wall This comprehensive resource is designed to support literacy instruction centered around The Wolves in the Wall across three weeks of engaging lessons. The resource includes: PowerPoints: To give you a brief overview of the book with soem ideas. Learning Objectives (LOs): Clear, structured objectives guiding each lesson, such as using sensory details, understanding narrative perspectives, and crafting persuasive writing. Weekly Plans: Detailed lesson plans that include differentiated activities and success criteria, making it easy to adapt the lessons for a range of abilities and ensure all students meet their learning targets. This resource provides everything needed to foster thoughtful discussions, creative writing, and deep comprehension, making The Wolves in the Wall an engaging and valuable literacy study.

Empower Year 2 students with resources to plan and create their own leaflets or fact files! These user-friendly materials include templates, brainstorming sheets, and guiding questions to help young writers organize their ideas effectively. Perfect for any topic, these resources encourage creativity and critical thinking as students explore how to present information clearly and engagingly. With a focus on structure and content, this toolkit makes leaflet writing and fact file creation a fun and educational experience

Early Morning work that is sure to get children thinking. Here are some examples from the PowerPoint: 1. Think of at least 5 WOW words to describe a sandwich. (remember to use your senses) 2. Write as many adverbs as possible to describe this verb eg. walked - quickly, slowly, noisily, shyly, quietly. 3. Pick 5 WOW words off the board and write five sentences using them. Outstandingly, Tenderly, Biologically, Formidable, Outspoken, Stern, Comical, Pathetic, Yearning, Dwell,