A flexible Literacy lesson that uses the topic of fire to generate ideas of a poem. This is an excellent lesson for the end of a poetry topic. Children are encouraged to use their senses as well as simile and onomatopoeia to create a poem all about fire. this would fit in very well with Bonfire Night, the Stone Age, Fire of London or Halloween. Children can write their poetic phrases onto flames and build up their poem like a real bonfire. This makes for a wonderful class display. Alternatively, there is writing paper for the children to use instead.

A range of different activities exploring the life and work ofHasan Ibn al-Haytham. Al-Haytham is often referred to as the ‘father of optics’. His discoveries about light (while under house arrest for feigned madness) uncovered how light travels in a straight line and light enters the eye to create vision. Perfect for studying light or eyes/sight in Science, the river Nile and dams in Geography, Egyptian history or the achievements of important Scientists in the Golden Era. Can be used at upper KS2 or lower KS3 level. Included: 3 page written overview of his life and achievements. Reading comprehension questions and answers True or false statements to discuss and sort Factfile worksheet or planning sheet for report writing Wordsearch colouring in page/ title page Part of the ‘This is the life of…’ series. Other resources include William Beaumont & Alexis St Martin, Charles Drew Zhang Heng Hedy Lamarr Why not buy the bundle and be able to inspire your children to a range of fully diverse scientists? https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-this-is-the-story-of-bundle-1-hedy-lamarr-charles-drew-hasan-al-haytham-zhang-heng-and-william-beaumont-12724225

Did you know Guy Fawkes was actually born a protestant? Did you know the Queen still has the cellars checked for gunpowder before she enters Westminster? 2 fact-filled reading comprehension sheets with a full description of the fascinating history leading up to the plot and modern day traditions. One comprehension on the story of the Gunpowder Plot and one about Bonfire Night celebrations. Both have two versions of the reading text with worksheet questions or ‘write out in your book’ questions and sentence starters.

A range of different activities exploring the life and work of Eratosthenes. Eratosthenes was a mathematician and physicist in the ancient Greek times. He was able to calculate the circumference of the Earth and the tilt of the Earth’s axis with excellent accurancy. The perfect scientist for studying ancient Greece, circumference, earth and space or significant scientists. Can be used at upper KS2 or lower KS3 level. Included: 3 page written overview of his life and achievements. Reading comprehension questions and answers Fill the gap activity Factfile worksheet Planning sheet for report writing Role play Wordsearch colouring in page/ title page Part of the ‘This is the life of…’ series. Other resources include: William Beaumont & Alexis St Martin, Charles Drew Hasan Ibn al-Haytham Zhang Heng Hedy Lamarr Why not buy the bundle and be able to inspire your children to a range of fully diverse scientists? https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12724225

A fun way to introduce or conclude learning about Bonfire Night. 3 different templates: Bonfire Night, the Gunpowder Plot and an empty one for children to add their own facts. Children can learn some exciting new facts or organise their own to WOW their family with what they have learnt. Enjoy!

A range of different activities exploring the life and work of Charles Drew. Charles Drew was an African American Scientist who discovered how to store and transport blood. His work led to the invention of the blood bank during WW2. Perfect for studying blood in Science, the achievements of important Scientists or when studying significant people during World War 2. Can be used at upper KS2 or lower KS3 level. Included: 3 page written overview of his life and achievements. Reading comprehension questions and answers True or false statements to discuss and sort Ordering key events activity sheet Wordsearch colouring in page/ title page Part of the ‘This is the life of…’ series. Other resources include William Beaumont & Alexis St Martin, Hasan Ibn al-Haytham Garret Morgan

A range of different activities exploring the life and work of Hedy Lamarr. Hedy Lamarr was a famous actress and inventor who discovered frequency hopping during WW2 which later became the basis for WIFI, Bluetooth and GPS. Lamarr is often referred to as the ‘Mother of wireless communication’. The perfect Scientist for studying inventors, inventions or developments in technology. Could also be used alongside WW2 history topic or significant women scientists Can be used at upper KS2 or lower KS3 level. Included: 3 page written overview of her life and achievements. Reading comprehension questions and answers True or false statements to discuss and sort Factfile worksheet or planning sheet for report writing Wordsearch colouring in page/ title page Part of the ‘This is the life of…’ series. Other resources include: William Beaumont & Alexis St Martin, Charles Drew Hasan Ibn al-Haytham Zhang Heng Why not buy the bundle and be able to inspire your children to a range of fully diverse scientists? https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12724225

Explore the key vocabulary about Bonfire night with this differentiated wordsearch. Use this at the start of the lesson to see what children already know about these words or at the end to sum up the learning on this subject. Two wordsearches available; one about the story of Bonfire Night and one exploring adjectives to describe the celebration. Also check out these resources about Bonfire Night: Reading comprehension https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11747711 Bonfire Night Chatterbox https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11741990