Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Four lessons aiming to teach sketching still life objects for art. Detailed outstanding planning. Investigate still life art and the artists that made it popular. Sketch objects showing light and dark , good use of shape and space. Evaluate and modify work. Sketch objects in detail, using a viewfinder. (Cezanne) Use knowledge of shape and space to help us create a background for still life. Evaluate work and make ongoing modifications. Use the work of the cubist artists as starting points for own work. (Juan Gris) Draw objects in detail using line and tone. Combine different materials and media to produce a still life. Draw from real life objects. Look at different ways of making a balanced composition. Use different shading techniques to create form. Evaluate and modify work. ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 art design artist study

Ready to step up to the Upper Pay Scale? This comprehensive toolkit provides everything experienced primary teachers need to create a standout UPS application. What’s Inside: Successful Application Form Template: Model your application after a proven format, ensuring you hit all the key points. Each section has four examples of what can be written in each section Aligned Evidence Examples: Showcase your skills with concrete, standards-aligned evidence. For the Teaching Standards Part 1 and Part 2, there are screenshots of real life examples that can be used for each objective and an example paragraph of what can be written. Expert Guidance: Tips and strategies to present your achievements confidently and effectively. Invest in Your Future: Take the next step in your teaching career today! Ideal for: Primary teachers in England and Wales seeking UPS advancement. You may also be interested in… NPQH - x2 Examples of Primary Application Forms NPQSL - Successful Application Form (Primary) x4 KS1 Leader Job Application - Personal Statement, Letter x3 KS2 Leader Job Application - Personal Statement, Letter Tags: upper pay scale application, UPS application examples, teaching career advancement, primary teacher resources, teacher pay scale, UPS evidence examples, professional development for teachers, career skills for teachers, teacher leadership, outstanding teacher toolkit

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This brilliant unit has five detailed lessons that will help your class learn all about France and it’s physical and human geography. This can be used flexibly over a half term and covers a range of topics, including: Map work Life in France (schools, food and routines) Sheffield v Paris (can be adapted to any English locality) Napoleon Famous French people Each lesson has a detailed lesson plan, PowerPoint and accompanying resources. Resources include: x5 lesson plans Blank map of Europe Labelled map of Europe Blank map of France Information sheet - French food and drink Information sheet - French schools Information sheet - Interview with a British family School life comparison table worksheet Information sheet - Paris Information sheet - Sheffield Editable worksheet - comparing Paris and Sheffield (PDF also included) Newspaper template Storyboard template Wanted poster template French history timeline worksheet French history timeline answers Names of famous French people to research Website links to research Lesson 1: L.O: to know the location of countries in Europe, including France, and to be able to plot human and physical features onto a map. Success Criteria: I know where the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Russia are located in Europe. I can use the points of the compass to help me to plot human and physical features onto a map. Lesson 2: L.O: to understand life in France and the differences and similarities to life in the UK Success Criteria: I know what a typical school day is like in France. I know a French person’s typical diet I can compare life in France to my life in the UK and say what is similar and what is different. Lesson 3:L.O: to compare the physical and human geography of Paris and Sheffield (or any city near you!) Success Criteria: I can locate Paris on a map of France I can locate Sheffield on a map of the UK I can compare their physical geography I can compare their human geography Lesson 4:L.O: to know the history of France around the time of Napoleon Bonaparte and understand how Napoleon changed Europe. Success Criteria: I can make notes using bullet points I can use a time line to show important events I can include some of the events and dates in my work. Lesson 5:L.O: to use the internet to find and present facts. Success Criteria: I know some famous French people I can say why they are famous I can use Google to find websites with key facts including date of birth, why they were famous and death (if applicable) I can present these facts as a slide from a PowerPoint Graded Outstanding by leaders. UPDATED - 21/12/19 Lesson 3 PowerPoint reuploaded - all errors now cleared. UPDATED - 16/01/21 UPDATED - 02/02/22 All resources, PowerPoints and lesson plans upgraded geography history europe ks2 year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 y3 y4 y5 y6 lks2 uks2

Get ready for The Romans! These 10 outstanding history and geography lessons are the perfect way to teach your children all about the Romans over a half term or term. This unit is packed with 30 files! Children will begin with the legend of the founding of Rome to the Roman invasion of Britain and beyond. Packed with exciting videos and resources, this unit comes fully resourced and planned with detailed lesson plans provided for each lesson. Created by an experienced humanities subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. Children will find out about: The legend of the founding of Rome (Romulus and Remus). The reasons for, and methods of, the Roman Empire’s expansion. Lifestyle and occupations of Celtic Britons before the Roman invasion. The expansion of the Roman Empire and why the Roman army was powerful. Why Julius Caesar wanted to invade Britain and how he prepared for the invasion. The timeline of Julius Caesar’s invasion. Understanding how it would have felt to be a Celt during the Roman invasion. Boudicca and how she rebelled against Roman rule. The legacy of the Romans in Britain today. The construction of Roman roads Resources included: ★ x10 PowerPoints ★ x10 Lesson Plans ★ British resources worksheet ★ x2 Differentiated storyboards ★ x2 Differentiated worksheets (map of the Roman Empire) ★ Map of the Roman Empire ★ Roman timeline events ★ Label a Roman soldier ★ Roman soldier commands ★ Teacher notes (Lesson 5) ★ Questions about Julius Caesar’s invasion ★ Narrator scripts for dramatic retelling ★ Teacher notes (Lesson 6) ★ Starter game ★ Boudicca’s revolt storyboard ★ Roman’s legacy poem ★ Storyboard support sheet ★ The story of Boudicca’s revolt ★ x5 Roman numerals worksheets (differentiated) ★ How to make a Roman road (instructions) ★ Roman roads worksheet KS2 History year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 knowledge skills lks2 uks2

Kick off your KS2 geography with a bang with this Fairtrade unit. There are five lessons and bonus resources to fill your half term with exciting and thought-provoking lessons. This has previously been tested with Year 4 and Year 5 in a real school, however it is suitable and easily adaptable across Key Stage 2. Each lesson comes with a detailed lesson plan with a starter, main input, main activity and plenary. There is also a PowerPoint with updated links and interesting questions to ask your class. Lesson 1: L.O.: to understand what fair trade is and know where Fairtrade food comes from. Success Criteria: I can discuss what Fairtrade is. I can explain why someone should buy Fairtrade products. Lesson 2 L.O.: To be able to make a poster to persuade people to buy fair trade produce. Success Criteria: Know why fair trade products are 'a good buy’ and how they help some of the poorest people in the world. Use persuasive language to encourage people to buy fair trade products Lesson 3 L.O.: To know about some of the countries that make fairtrade goods and share information with others through drama Success Criteria: Know where my country is on a world map Know about the people who live there, including their religion and languages Know about the climate in my country Be able to talk about fair trade projects in my country Lesson 4 L.O.: To know about energy saving and how we can protect the planet through an effective speech. Success Criteria: I know where some of the energy used in my home comes from I understand how energy is wasted at home and at school I can say why we need to save energy Lesson 5 L.O.: To be able to discuss open ended questions linked to the unfair distribution of water Success Criteria: Listen to others- don’t interrupt If you want to talk, hold out your hand Respond to what others have said Try to join in This unit includes: ✸ x5 Lesson plans ✸ x5 PowerPoints ✸ World map ✸ Fairtrade Packaging ✸ Story of a banana ✸ Cacao Tree Information Sheet ✸ Photos of Fairtrade workers ✸ Diary writing worksheet ✸ Poetry writing worksheet ✸ The journey of a raisin worksheet ✸ Discussion sentence starters Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Tags: ofsted geography topic theme history countries world flags fair trade rights equality PSHE Key Stage Two y3 y4 y5 y6 year 3 year 6 discussion

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

Do you want to teach your UKS2 students how to write playscripts based on a classic Christmas story? Do you want to help them develop their drama skills, creativity and imagination? If so, this A Christmas Carol playscripts unit is perfect for you! This unit consists of five writing lessons that cover the following objectives: ★ Identify key features of a play script. ★ Act out a playscript with the use of a director. ★ Set the scene for drama effectively. ★ Plan an effective playscript including use of stage directions. ★ Write an effective playscript including use of stage directions. Each lesson includes a detailed lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation and a worksheet for the students. The lessons are designed to be interactive, creative and informative, and to meet the national curriculum objectives for writing and drama. The lessons also include links to videos, images and websites that enhance the learning experience and provide additional information. This unit also includes: ★ WAGOLL Playscripts ★ Playscript of A Christmas Carol ★ A Christmas Carol - Chapter 1 ★ Scaffolding planning sheets ★ Stage photos to describe ★ Differentiated checklists ★ Starter grammar activities This unit is ideal for UKS2 students who are interested in playscripts and A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. It is also suitable for teachers who want to save time and effort in planning and delivering high-quality writing and drama lessons. The unit can be used as a standalone topic or as part of a wider theme, such as Christmas, Victorian era or moral values. Download this A Christmas Carol playscripts unit today and treat your students to a festive and educational journey through the world of drama! You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 Christmas Poetry Unit - 3 Lessons, PowerPoints, Resources ☆ KS2 Guided Reading - Haunted Christmas ☆ UKS2 Guided Reading - 'Twas the Night Before Christmas 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: UKS2, playscripts, writing, drama, A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens, Christmas, Victorian era, moral values, upper key stage 2, key stage two, year 5, year 6, y5, y6

Inspire your KS2 students to become budding architects and engineers with this hands-on Shelter Building Design and Technology unit! Perfect for Year 3 and 4, this comprehensive resource guides students through the entire design and construction process, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. What’s Included: ★ 3 Engaging Lessons: Step-by-step lesson plans covering design, construction, and evaluation, easily adaptable to fit your teaching style and timeframe (approximately 5 lessons total). ★ Interactive PowerPoints: Visually rich presentations to introduce key concepts, inspire creativity, and support learning. ★ Hands-On Activities: Students will design, build, and evaluate their own shelters, encouraging practical application of knowledge and skills. ★ Differentiated Tasks: Activities cater to various skill levels, ensuring all learners are challenged and supported. ★ Cross-Curricular Links: Connect this unit to topics like the Stone Age and Iron Age, enriching the learning experience. ★ Teacher-Created: Developed by an experienced art and design & technology subject lead, these lessons have been successfully used in real KS2 classrooms. Key Skills & Concepts: ★ Design: Students will learn to plan and sketch their shelter designs, considering functionality and aesthetics. ★ Construction: Students will use a variety of materials and techniques to build their shelters, focusing on stability and strength. ★ Evaluation: Students will reflect on their designs and builds, identifying areas of success and areas for improvement. ★ Problem-Solving: Students will encounter and overcome challenges during the construction process, developing resilience and adaptability. ★ Teamwork: Encourage collaboration and communication as students work together to build their shelters. Why Choose This Resource? ★ Curriculum-Aligned: Meets the national curriculum objectives for Design and Technology, ensuring a valuable learning experience. ★ Practical and Engaging: Hands-on activities and real-world applications make learning fun and relevant. ★ Teacher-Friendly: Detailed lesson plans and resources save you valuable prep time. ★ Classroom-Tested: Proven to be effective in engaging and challenging KS2 students. Empower your students to design and build amazing shelters with this comprehensive D&T unit! Ideal for: KS2, Year 3, Year 4, Design and Technology, STEM, engineering, problem-solving, creativity.

Let loose your students’ creativity with this captivating KS2 weaving unit! Explore the art of weaving using diverse materials, mastering essential skills like warping, interlocking patterns, finishing, and embroidery. Students will delve into the history of wool in Britain while crafting their own unique landscape compositions, experimenting with textures and layers to represent foreground and background. Inspiring Exploration of Landscape Artists: ★ David Hockney ★ Peter Doig ★ Peter Lanyon ★ JMW Turner ★ John Wootton ★ Moses Swett Comprehensive Lesson Plans & Resources: Each lesson comes complete with a detailed lesson plan, engaging PowerPoint presentation, and accompanying resources, ensuring a seamless and enriching learning experience. Key Skills & Techniques Covered: ★ Exploring mixed media landscape artwork ★ Capturing natural scenes through photography ★ Designing and preparing fabric landscapes ★ Understanding the weaving process and terminology ★ Creating simple weavings with wool, thread, and hessian ★ Evaluating and reflecting on finished work ★ Warping up a loom and practicing weaving techniques ★ Creating textile landscapes with various materials ★ Recycling clothes to create a rag rug Perfect for: KS2, KS3, Years 3-6, weaving, sewing, textiles, design and technology, art, landscapes. Ignite a passion for textiles and artistic expression with this hands-on weaving unit!

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.

Embark on an exciting literacy journey with our EYFS Literacy Unit - Explorers! Packed with six weeks’ worth of engaging lesson plans and accompanying resources, this unit is perfectly aligned to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring seamless integration into your curriculum. Week 1: Introduction to Explorers Ignite curiosity and spark imagination as you introduce your little learners to the captivating world of explorers. Dive into interactive activities that promote early literacy skills, imaginative play and critical thinking. From discovering maps and compasses to exploring different types of exploration, this week sets the foundation for an adventurous learning experience. Week 2: Famous Explorers Bring history to life as your students explore the journeys of famous explorers from the past. Engage their imaginations through captivating stories and interactive tasks that encourage reading, writing and communication skills. Discover the expeditions of renowned figures such as Christopher Columbus, Marco Polo, Amelia Earhart and more. Week 3: Arctic Animals Take a chilly plunge into the Arctic region and explore the wonders of its unique wildlife. Through literacy-rich lessons, your students will encounter polar bears, penguins, seals and other fascinating creatures. Encourage their reading comprehension, vocabulary development and creative expression as they engage in activities centered around these captivating Arctic animals. Week 4: Rainforest Explorers Venture into the lush green rainforests and uncover its hidden treasures. From colourful toucans to slithering snakes, this week delves into the rich biodiversity found in rainforest habitats. Engage your students in literacy-focused tasks that enhance their understanding of descriptive language, storytelling and research skills. Week 5: Exploring the Ocean Dive deep into the enchanting world beneath the waves as your students explore the ocean. Through literacy-based activities, they will encounter fascinating marine life, learn about ocean ecosystems and develop a deeper appreciation for our planet’s vast oceans. Enhance their literacy skills through captivating tasks centered around ocean exploration. Week 6: Exploring Space Blast off into a cosmic adventure as your students set their sights on the wonders of space. From astronauts to rockets, planets to constellations, this week will spark their imagination and curiosity about the universe. Engage them in literacy activities that promote scientific vocabulary, comprehension skills and creative expression. Each week’s lesson plans and accompanying resources are meticulously crafted to support and enhance literacy development, communication skills and overall engagement. All materials are provided in PDF format, ensuring ease of use and compatibility across different devices. Buy now and unlock a treasure trove of resources that will inspire, educate and ignite a lifelong love of learning.

Ignite your young learners’ curiosity and embark on an exciting mathematical journey with our comprehensive EYFS Maths Unit: Explorers. Designed specifically for early years foundation stage (EYFS) students, this engaging unit is aligned with the EYFS framework, ensuring a seamless integration into your curriculum. With six weeks of meticulously crafted lesson plans and accompanying resources, this unit takes children on a captivating exploration of the world, covering a range of fascinating topics. Each week presents a unique theme, stimulating their imagination and fostering their mathematical skills in an immersive and playful way. Week 1: Introduction to Explorers Introduce your little explorers to the wonders of the world as they discover the concept of exploration itself. Through interactive activities and engaging numeracy exercises, they will develop their counting, sorting, and shape recognition abilities. Week 2: Famous Explorers Inspire your students by delving into the lives of renowned explorers. From Christopher Columbus to Amelia Earhart, children will engage in mathematical challenges related to mapping, navigation, and measurement, honing their problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Week 3: Arctic Animals Take a chilly plunge into the Arctic as children explore the icy landscapes and the fascinating creatures that inhabit them. Through mathematical investigations involving temperature, size comparisons, and pattern recognition, students will expand their understanding of numerical concepts. Week 4: Rainforest Explorers Venture into the lush rainforests and uncover the mysteries within. Students will explore mathematical concepts such as symmetry, estimation, and data handling while encountering the diverse flora and fauna of this captivating ecosystem. Week 5: Exploring the Ocean Dive deep into the ocean’s depths as children encounter marine life and discover the wonders of the underwater world. This week’s lessons incorporate counting, measurement, and shape recognition activities, enabling students to develop their mathematical proficiency while exploring oceanic marvels. Week 6: Exploring Space Embark on an astronomical adventure as students journey to the vast expanse of outer space. From learning about planets and constellations to engaging in mathematical challenges involving space-themed shapes, sequencing, and number patterns, children will develop a solid foundation in mathematics while exploring the cosmos. Delivered in PDF format, our EYFS Maths Unit: Explorers provides you with all the necessary resources to effortlessly implement these engaging lessons in your classroom. With its seamless alignment to the EYFS framework, this unit ensures that your students not only acquire essential mathematical skills but also foster a love for exploration and discovery. Don’t miss out on this captivating resource! Purchase the EYFS Maths Unit: Explorers today and ignite a lifelong passion for mathematics in your yo

Explore the human experience of World War II through the power of poetry! This engaging unit, perfect for KS2 classrooms studying WWII, delves into historical events and emotions through carefully selected poems. What’s Included: ★ 5 Engaging Lessons: Comprehensive lesson plans with clear objectives, activities, and thought-provoking questions to guide your teaching. ★ Evocative Poems: A curated selection of poems that capture the experiences of those affected by the war. ★ Interactive PowerPoints: Visually rich presentations with historical images and vocabulary support to enhance understanding. ★ Skill-Building Worksheets: Activities to develop essential reading comprehension skills like vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, and summarising. Learning Objectives: ★ Express first impressions of a poem, supporting opinions with evidence. ★ Use illustrations to represent scenes from a poem. ★ Employ expression and drama to bring a poem’s verses to life. ★ Identify and discuss the themes explored in a poem. ★ Answer comprehension questions about a poem’s meaning and language. Why Choose This Resource? ★ Curriculum-Aligned: Supports KS2 English objectives, focusing on reading comprehension and poetry analysis. ★ Cross-Curricular Connections: Enhances understanding of WWII history through a literary lens. ★ Engaging and Thought-Provoking: Promotes critical thinking and empathy through poetry analysis and discussion. ★ Ready-to-Use: Complete with lesson plans, PowerPoints, and worksheets, saving you valuable prep time. Other resources you may be interested in: Y5/6 World War I Unit (12 lessons): https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11988820 KS2 World War 2 Unit - 5 Outstanding lessons: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11881663 Bring history to life and foster a love of poetry with this impactful World War II poetry unit! Ideal for: KS2 English, Year 5, Year 6, World War II, poetry analysis, reading comprehension, history, cross-curricular learning. Tags: KS2 KS3 Year 5 Year 6 Y5 Y6 Y7 Y8 Y9 UKS2 reciprocal English

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This unit is a great way to kick off a Romans topic. These five lessons guide children through the basics of writing a diary entry and using prepositional phrases to describe. They will learn and write about everyday Roman life. Each lesson includes planning (differentiated 3 ways), PowerPoint and resources (some adapted for EAL/SEN children). Lesson 1: L.O. Use prepositions to show time. Success Criteria I understand what a preposition to show time is. I can identify time prepositions. I can use time prepositions as openers. Lesson 2: L.O. Make notes on the day in the life of a Roman. Success Criteria I can create identify areas to research based on Roman life. I can find information about different areas of Roman life. I can use notes to record information. Lesson 3: L.O. Plan a diary entry. Success Criteria I can discuss my ideas with a partner. I can use prepositions to show time in my plan. I can organise ideas into paragraphs. Lesson 4 and 5: L.O. Write a diary entry. Success Criteria I can use prepositions to show time. I can use informal language to write a diary entry. I can use my plan to write a diary entry. I can write in paragraphs. Instructions story fact file non chronological report Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 English reading writing lks2 uks2 ks2

This newly redesigned unit has all that you need to teach your class about the Christmas Journey in RE! Great for KS1 or KS2, this unit contains planning, PowerPoints, resources and worksheets to make your Autumn 2 term run smoothly. This unit contains: ★ 5 Lesson plans (with LO, success criteria, input, activity, plenary, key questions and resource list) ★ Lesson overview ★ 5 PowerPoints (for each lesson) ★ Worksheets ★ Visual resources ★ Passages from the Bible Features differentiated outstanding planning and resources for 5 lessons: ☆ Understanding the significance of Bethlehem for many Christians ☆ Understanding why pilgrimage is important to many religious believers ☆ Identify with the feelings of the characters ☆ Identify and explain the symbolism in the shepherds being the messengers ☆ Understand what a meaningful gift is ☆ Understand the meaning of Christingle Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Tags: outstanding interview religious education ks1 y1 y2 year 2 year 3 ks2 y3 y4 y5 y6

Engage your students with this comprehensive Five Pillars of Islam RE Unit, designed for primary school learners. This unit includes seven detailed lessons covering each of the Five Pillars: Shahadah, Salah, Zakah, Sawm, and Hajj. Students will explore the significance of these pillars through interactive activities, discussions, and role-playing, fostering a deeper understanding of Islamic practices and values. The lessons are fully planned with PowerPoints, worksheets, and video resources, making it easy for educators to deliver high-quality religious education. From labelling and decorating the Five Pillars, to designing charity boxes and creating prayer timelines, the activities are varied and suitable for different learning styles. Ideal for RE classes, this unit encourages respect for religious diversity while also linking Islamic beliefs to broader concepts such as morality, charity, and community. Perfect for teachers looking to provide a thorough, thoughtful exploration of Islam in a classroom setting.

Are you needing a glimpse into the religion of Islam for beginners? This is the Religious Education Unit for you! Created for Key Stage 1 learners, this set of 6 lessons will take young children through the Muslim beliefs using exciting PowerPoints and activities. Learning Objectives covered: L.O: To recognise that God is important in the lives of Muslims and understand the significance of the Shahadah in the Islamic faith. L.O: To recognise and understand the importance of the Shahadah in Islam, and explain its significance in the lives of Muslims. L.O. To understand that Muslims believe in different names for God and identify some qualities or characteristics associated with these names. L.O. To explain why Prophet Muhammad is important to Muslims and understand how his teachings inspire Muslims to lead a good and kind life. L.O. To explain the importance of the Qur’an to Muslims and describe how Muslims treat the Qur’an. L.O. To explain the concept of worship in Islam and identify the significance of worshipping God for Muslims. Included in this RE unit are: ☪ 6 Lesson plans ☪ 6 PowerPoints ☪ Where is God? Worksheet ☪ The Shahadah to label ☪ The Shahadah Worksheet ☪ Names of Allah ☪ Sentence starters ☪ Muhammad and the Cat story ☪ The Tiny Ants story ☪ Muhammad and the Gentle Camel story ☪ Muhammad and the Black Stone story ☪ Bilal, the First Muezzin story ☪ Crescent Moon activity ☪ Respecting the Qur’an Worksheet Perfect for a half term of work, children will build up their knowledge of Islam, what Muslims believe and the key parts of their beliefs.

Do you want to teach your students how to design and make their own strong structures using different techniques and materials? Do you want to introduce them to the concept of structures and how they are used in the real world? If so, this D&T unit is for you! This pack is a complete unit that consists of six outstanding lessons that teach students how to build their own strong structure through construction. In each lesson, students will learn what a structure is, how to join and strengthen materials, and how to design, make, and evaluate their own structure. They will also learn about some examples of strong structures around the world, such as bridges, towers, and domes. This product is fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans, PowerPoints, worksheets, and guides. File Contents: ★ 5 Lesson plans (Lessons 4 and 5 are combined) ★ 5 PowerPoints (Lessons 4 and 5 are combined) ★ Strengthening Techniques sheet ★ Joining Techniques sheet ★ Design Criteria ★ Design Sheet (Easier) ★ Design Sheet (Harder) ★ Proud Stars Lesson Objectives: I can explore how to make materials stronger, stiffer and more stable. I can explore and use different attachment techniques for materials. I can design a strong structure. and 5. I can build a strong structure. I can evaluate my strong structure. You may also be interested in… MOON BUGGY Design & Technology Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons KS2 SHELTER BUILDING D&T Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons POP UP BOOKS Design & Technology Unit - 6 Lessons This unit is suitable for Key Stages 1 and 2 and can be used as a standalone unit or as part of a larger design and technology curriculum. It is a great way to foster creativity, skills, and knowledge among your students. It is also a fun and engaging way to explore the topic of structures and engineering. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your own strong structure with your students. Get your copy of this amazing product today!