Welcome to my shop! As a dedicated teacher with over a 10 years of experience, I strive to provide fellow educators with a wide range of resources, mostly free of charge. Your support is greatly appreciated and motivates me to create even more materials. Please feel free to share your suggestions in the comments—I’d love to know what resources you’re looking for! Together, we can make teaching even more rewarding.
Welcome to my shop! As a dedicated teacher with over a 10 years of experience, I strive to provide fellow educators with a wide range of resources, mostly free of charge. Your support is greatly appreciated and motivates me to create even more materials. Please feel free to share your suggestions in the comments—I’d love to know what resources you’re looking for! Together, we can make teaching even more rewarding.
This 4-week writing unit centered around The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane is designed to support teachers with a comprehensive set of resources, including detailed lesson plans, engaging worksheets, and an interactive flipchart for Active Inspire. The unit offers a structured approach to exploring themes, character development, and narrative techniques, providing educators with everything they need to foster meaningful discussions and creative writing exercises in the classroom. Whether you’re looking to enhance literary analysis or inspire students’ own storytelling, this unit is a valuable tool for enriching your teaching practice.
**100 plus worksheets! **Unlock the world of symmetry with this comprehensive bundle designed to cater to all learners, from beginners to those ready for advanced challenges. This resource includes a variety of symmetry worksheets that cover a wide range of themes, offering something for every interest and skill level.
What’s Included:
Basic Symmetry Shapes
Start simple with classic shapes like circles, squares and triangles, helping students grasp the fundamentals of symmetry.
Animal Symmetry
Explore symmetry in nature with worksheets featuring butterflies, fish, and other animals, blending creativity with learning.
Seasonal Symmetry
Celebrate throughout the year with themed worksheets for every season, such as snowflakes for winter, leaves for autumn, and flowers for spring.
Festive Fun Symmetry
Delight students with holiday-themed symmetry, including Christmas trees and many more.
Geometric Challenges
For confident learners, this section offers complex geometric patterns and tessellations, designed to push their symmetry skills to the next level.
Why You’ll Love This Bundle:
Perfect for differentiated (adapted) learning, with activities suited for beginners and advanced students.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving through fun, engaging challenges.
Ideal for classroom lessons, homework, or early finishers.
Aligns with key curriculum objectives in geometry and spatial awareness.
Whether your students are just starting their symmetry journey or ready to tackle more advanced concepts, this bundle has it all!
Writing Unit: The Iron Man by Ted Hughes
This engaging writing unit, inspired by Ted Hughes’ The Iron Man, develops a range of key writing skills:
Descriptive Settings: Pupils will begin by writing vivid descriptions of the eerie and atmospheric settings from the story, focusing on sensory details and rich vocabulary.
Wanted Poster: Using their descriptive skills, pupils will create a wanted poster for the Iron Man, detailing his appearance, traits, and the potential “dangers” he poses.
Debate: Pupils will engage in a class debate, exploring whether the Iron Man is a hero or a threat, practising persuasive speaking and writing techniques.
Letter Writing: Pupils will take on the role of a character from the story, writing a letter to the authorities or another character to express their viewpoint about the Iron Man.
Menu: In a creative twist, pupils will design a menu for the Iron Man, inspired by his unusual eating habits, incorporating imaginative ideas and humour.
This unit offers a mix of imaginative and practical writing activities, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and a love for storytelling.
This unit focuses on descriptive writing, inspired by the magical storytelling in Yokki and the Parno Gry. Students will develop their skills in crafting vivid imagery using sensory details and rich vocabulary. They will also refine their sentence structure by incorporating subordination (e.g., “although,” “because,” “if”) and coordination (e.g., “and,” “but,” “so”) to create complex and compound sentences.
In Week 2, lessons will include a detailed exploration of the characters and settings, guiding students to describe them vividly. An adaptive worksheet is included to support learners of all levels, ensuring that every student can successfully engage with the task and make progress in their writing.
Yokki and the Parno Gry Week 1
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/yokki-and-the-parno-gry-week-1-writing-unit-13154084
In Week 4, pupils will focus on oral storytelling by retelling the story of Yokki and the Parno Gry. Through structured activities, they will practise sequencing events, using descriptive language to bring the settings to life, and incorporating key story details. Emphasis will be placed on vivid descriptions of settings, inspired by the original text, to build their storytelling confidence. Pupils will then use these skills to collaboratively create and share their own imaginative retellings. Adaptive support is included to ensure all pupils can fully participate and succeed.
In Week 3, pupils will focus on writing detailed descriptions by analysing the key features of descriptive writing, such as sensory language, figurative expressions, and varied sentence structures. They will also practise making inferences from the text to deepen their understanding of the characters and settings, using these insights to enhance their own writing. Activities will encourage pupils to draw conclusions from clues in the story and translate these ideas into their descriptive work. Adaptive tasks are included to ensure all learners can engage meaningfully with the objectives.
In Week 5, pupils will focus on narrative writing by planning their own stories inspired by Yokki and the Parno Gry. Using the Boxed-Up Method, they will break their narratives into clear sections, including the introduction, build-up, problem, resolution, and ending. Pupils will draw on their descriptive writing skills to create vivid settings, compelling characters, and engaging plots. Planning activities will ensure pupils structure their ideas effectively, laying the groundwork for a well-developed story. Adaptive templates are provided to support all learners in organising their narratives successfully.
Yokki and the Parno Gry Week6:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-13160011
In Week 6, pupils will bring their narratives to life by completing their stories based on the plans developed in the previous week. They will focus on writing in full sentences, using subordination and coordination to create more complex and engaging narratives. Pupils will incorporate rich descriptive language and key features of storytelling, such as dialogue, to add depth to their characters and settings. Editing and revising will also be introduced, encouraging pupils to refine their work and ensure their narratives are cohesive and captivating. Support resources are included to guide all pupils in achieving their best outcomes.
The mindfulness bundle is a comprehensive collection of calming and creative activities designed to promote relaxation, focus, and emotional well-being. It includes intricate coloring pages with flowers, animals, mandalas, and mosaics, along with mindfulness prompts featuring affirmations and reflective spaces to encourage self-awareness. Guided activity sheets for breathing exercises, gratitude journaling, and positive thinking are also included, all available in both digital and printable formats. Perfect for use at home, in classrooms, or therapy sessions, this bundle is ideal for educators, parents, and anyone seeking a soothing and engaging mindfulness tool.
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 is a comprehensive resource for teaching Earth and Space, tailored for primary students. It covers key concepts such as the solar system, planet characteristics, Earth’s rotation and orbit, phases of the Moon, and the Sun’s role in sustaining life. Activities and worksheets encourage hands-on learning, with visual aids to simplify complex ideas, vocabulary support for key terms, and fun experiments like creating model planets and simulating moon phases. This resource is designed to engage students’ curiosity and help them understand their place in the vast universe.
A writing unit on Oliver Twist is a fantastic choice for engaging Year 5 students and even younger pupils in Key Stage 2! Charles Dickens’ classic tale not only introduces students to rich language and historical context, but it also provides a platform to explore empathy, social issues, and character development in their writing.
This presentation offers a comprehensive exploration of Masjid Al-Aqsa, one of the most revered sites in Islam and a symbol of spiritual significance. It delves into its rich history, architectural features, and cultural importance, providing insights into its role in religious practices and its significance to Muslims worldwide. As a detailed premium resource, this presentation serves as an invaluable tool for educators and learners alike.
Thank you for your interest in promoting knowledge about such an important topic!
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
Great news! A new set of 25 (plus extra bonus ones)beautifully designed page borders is now available to add a creative touch to any project. With themes ranging from Christmas and autumn to animals and greenery, these borders are perfect for framing student work, decorating worksheets, or adding flair to any page! I could have hidden them in one PDF, but i thought i’d allow you to see them so you know what you’re getting. Thank you for purchasing it does really help a fellow teacher out during this difficult cost of living crisis.
This comprehensive resource has everything you need to put on a show-stopping end-of-year production of Bugsy Malone. It includes a full script, prop lists, costume suggestions, stage layout ideas, and even ordering checklists to make planning easy. With guidance on staging, casting tips, and creative ideas for bringing the 1920s world of Bugsy Malone to life, this resource ensures a smooth, organized, and memorable performance experience for teachers and students alike.
This resoruce includes:
Full Script
Edited Script
Cast list
Props
Order list
Stage ideas
Character list
Song List
Unlock essential phonics resources with our Phonics Bundle—now on sale! Perfect for your students, this bundle includes engaging, structured materials to support early reading and phonics skills. Designed to make learning fun and effective, these resources are ideal for teachers and parents alike. Grab this special offer and give young learners a strong foundation in phonics!
This collection of phonics resources offers a wealth of materials perfect for checking comprehension in reading activities. Each resource is designed to support educators in assessing students’ understanding of phonics concepts, vocabulary, and text. With engaging exercises, worksheets, and interactive activities, these resources provide a comprehensive approach to reinforcing phonics skills while ensuring students grasp the content of the book. Ideal for use in classrooms or at home, this collection encourages active learning and boosts confidence in reading abilities.
Unit Overview: Yokki and the Parno Gry
This six-week unit, based on Yokki and the Parno Gry, guides pupils through developing key writing skills:
Week 1: Introduction to the story and exploring descriptive language.
Week 2: Crafting descriptions using subordination and coordination.
Week 3: Understanding key features of descriptive writing and making inferences.
Week 4: Oral storytelling, focusing on retelling the story and describing settings.
Week 5: Planning a narrative using the Boxed-Up Method to structure ideas.
Week 6: Writing and completing their narratives, incorporating rich language and refining their work.
The unit includes adaptive worksheets, structured activities, and engaging resources, making it ideal for diverse classrooms. Perfect for developing descriptive and narrative writing skills while fostering creativity.