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We create outstanding learning experiences that engage and excite children in their schoolwork and make teachers' lives easier by saving them precious time, enabling a better work/life balance.
We are committed to promoting creative thinking, cross curricula learning, emotional intelligence and mindfulness to children of all ages. The future is here.
Treat yourself and your class to easily 2 weeks of ready prepared learning, lessons and activities - everything you need is included! Bundle saves 68% of separate selling price.
If you think that the end of terms or school years should be a bit more fun, creative, cross-curricular and practical, yet still packed with awesome learning that meets the UK national curriculum, then we have the perfect bundle for you!
This huge bundle of complete lessons, projects and worksheets contains some of our most beloved resources including the type of special lessons that your class will never forget, and that are sadly being marginalised in today's data and detail obsessed education system.
Creativity, imagination, thinking skills, using and applying knowledge, art, performance, team work, speaking and listening and much, much more are all on the agenda with this terrific bundle, but all wrapped up in "conventional" English, maths and topic based activities but with the added bonus of being seriously fun and engaging for children in KS2 or KS3.
Step 1.Take a good look through all of the resources that are included in this bundle.
Step 2. Buy the bundle and then put your feet up knowing that weeks worth of planning and preparing have been done for you by bestselling primary resource authors The Future Teacher Foundation.
Happy holidays!!! :)
Lots of discussion and 3 engaging videos help to make these vital life skills accessible to all children. Children will first define anger, understand triggers and then learn techniques for controlling their anger. Starter, input and plenary all included on the PowerPoint and the lesson comes with 2 creative, fun learning activities. Especially great for SEN or if your class are having difficulty with social and emotional issues or just for promoting emotional intelligence.
This fun yet challenging, cross-curricula lesson has elements of: computing, history and writing, all built into a lesson centred around independent learning.
Children will complete a series of engaging tasks including labelling a graphic of an Anglo-Saxon man with researched information on clothing and possessions, learning what a person from that time may have owned and building their understanding of life was really like in the time period. They then complete 3 written activities and an extension activity based upon that knowledge they have gained.
Activities include framing historically-valid questions, critical thinking and drawing comparisons: all aspects of the new 2014 curriculum. The activities are designed to elicit a deeper level of thought and understanding of the era.
Can be taught as two separate hour long lessons but better over one longer session, contains starter and plenary, made for KS2 but accessible to higher ability KS1 and lower ability KS3.
This fun yet challenging, cross-curricula lesson has elements of: computing, history and writing, all built into a lesson centred around independent learning.
Children will complete a series of engaging tasks including labelling a graphic of a Mayan man with researched information on clothing and possessions, learning what a person from that time may have owned and building their understanding of life was really like in the time period. They then complete 3 written activities and an extension activity based upon that knowledge they have gained.
Activities include framing historically-valid questions, critical thinking and drawing comparisons: all aspects of the new 2014 curriculum. The activities are designed to elicit a deeper level of thought and understanding of the era.
Can be taught as two separate hour long lessons but better over one longer session, contains starter and plenary, made for KS2 but accessible to higher ability KS1 and lower ability KS3.
This fun yet challenging, cross-curricula lesson has elements of: computing, history and writing, all built into a lesson centred around independent learning.
Children will complete a series of engaging tasks including labelling a graphic of a Viking with researched information on clothing and possessions, learning what a person from that time may have owned and building their understanding of life was really like in the time period. They then complete 3 written activities and an extension activity based upon that knowledge they have gained.
Activities include framing historically-valid questions, critical thinking and drawing comparisons: all aspects of the new 2014 curriculum. The activities are designed to elicit a deeper level of thought and understanding of the era.
Can be taught as two separate hour long lessons but better over one longer session, contains starter and plenary, made for KS2 but accessible to higher ability KS1 and lower ability KS3
This cross-curricular learning pack for KS2 will provide you with at least a whole day of meaningful and highly enjoyable learning all about Guy Fawkes, bonfire night, fireworks and the gunpowder plot. Everything you need is here - just print and teach.
Flexible teaching and learning - lots of options! Designed to last a whole day (at least) and involving Maths, English and Topic based lessons, but can be used for discrete lessons and dipped in and out of if you prefer - if all work is completed then the pack could provide up to 2 whole days of bonfire night based learning.
Contains:
- Lesson 1: Establishing the history and context of Bonfire Night and allowing children to explore and learn independently and in a holistic way culminating in an optional speaking and listening activity.
- Lesson 2: Your class' ideas and knowledge from lesson 1 will be tested as they discuss, plan and then creatively write about a highly engaging firework night related activity that they are guaranteed to love.
- Lesson 3: Super fun Maths lesson with 2 levels of differentiation PLUS a speial sheet that enables you to add precise levels of differentiation that exactly match your class' current ability making this highly engaging lesson accessible to every age range in KS2 or HA yr2. Multiple extension options included in each sheet too.
- Lesson 4 (optional - other options below): PSHE, Topic, Art and Writing all combine into this creative, cross-curricula learning experience.
- Teachers' Notes including useful website links and other information.
Extra Lessons/Activities for added value and flexibility:
- Custom, professionally designed colouring sheet
- Creative thinking and art based activity sheet
- Fireworks art activity
- An extra creative thinking, writing and art activity that will keep your class busy for 30 - 60 mins depending on your class!
Super Value: 11 worksheets in total, with lots of extension options meaning hours of cross-curricular learning included.
We love this pack and cannot wait to teach it ourselves!
All images either sourced via creative commons 1.0 or owned by The Future Teacher Foundation.
This delightful 20 page colouring book contains fun, cute and wholesome colouring pictures of all the things Key Stage 1 children love, with each picture having the perfect level of detail and challenge for children in KS1.
The book has been designed to have a mixture of images that traditionally appeal to either girls or boys and a wide selection of pictures that will be enjoyed by everybody - who wouldn't like to colour an ice lolly collage or a big bowl of ice-cream sundae?
Incredibly versatile and useful to "have up your sleeve", as any of the pictures can be blown up to A3 (or bigger) for pair or group work using a wide range of art materials - this doesn't just have to be a regular colouring book!
Perfect for art lessons, golden time, wet break, lunch clubs, rewards, time fillers, competitions, story telling visual prompts...
All images either copyright owned by The Future teacher Foundation or licensed through Creative Commons C.0.
Christmas Worksheets Creative Activity Book contains 20 pages of educational, festive joy that will keep your class busy for days! Bought to you by Bestselling TES Gold Tier Author, The Future Teacher Foundation.
With a focus on art, drawing and creative thinking, this book will tick all those artistic boxes whilst also providing a rich variety of learning experiences that take a decent amount of time to finish - when completed slowly and carefully, of course!
CROSS-CURRICULA: Some worksheets contain elements of writing, literacy, internet research and geography and activities include: create a wordsearch, make a Father Christmas mask, researching the North Pole plus plenty of engaging art based activities that allow children to tap into their creative abilities as they imagine and draw to complete the tasks.
VERSATILE: All pages have been designed to print and teach - they can just be handed to children as they are self-explanatory however, we recommend enlarging some to A3 or bigger for large scale art using any material or medium you want - this can also extend the amount of time they take to complete.
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Children will learn how to maintain friendships when circumstances change. Starter, plenary, learning activity introductions, linked videos and questioning all included on the PowerPoint. Main learning activity involves children writing to each other in a way that could be treasured for a very long time by the children - creating a memorable and magical lesson full of very useful learning for their future lives.
This fun yet challenging art lesson involves children making creative and artistic decisions that match materials and their effects to a purpose. Children learn about the layers and structure of the Earth through linked videos and web resources and then discuss, plan and create potentially stunning pieces of art. Starter, teaching input, differentiated examples and reflective self-evaluation sheets included, plus writing activity for early finishers. Designed as a final part of a 6 lesson art & DT unit (available to buy from the TES) intended to match Space topics or learning, but will work as a stand-alone discrete lesson.
This fantastic, fun, challenging, cross-curricula lesson is packed with learning and has elements of: computing, history, writing and speaking and listening, built into a lesson centred around independent learning and research.
Children will be using and applying the historical learning they acquire creatively, as they work through the challenges of the lesson. An optional competitive element, combined with the fun of potentially becoming a Time Detective (and earning a Time Detective badge) create added motivation and increased engagement towards the learning.
Children research in a holistic way building up a bigger picture of life the time period and then present their creations providing you with an assessment opportunity and a chance to decide the winners. The lesson ideal for either the beginning, middle or end of a history topic or unit. Can be done in an hour but better over two, contains starter and plenary. Made for KS2 but accessible to more able KS1 and less able KS3
All images either owned by tftf or released through Creative Commons C.O
Up to 3 art lessons including: PowerPoint, colour instructions (for the children), self assessment plenary sheet, extra writing activity (for any early finishers) and teachers' notes.
Easy to teach as the instructions add an element of reading comprehension, simply hand them the instructions and see if they can figure out what to do - developing lots of thinking and teamwork skills (alternative approaches are also suggested in teachers' notes).
2 - 3 separate lessons in 1 - as the artwork is created in stages with potentially fantastic end results perfect for displays.
Children will communicate feelings and moods with colour, practice numerous art techniques, experiment before committing to their finished work and reflect on their success, all with commonly found art materials in primary schools.
Multiple options for the materials used you don't need to exactly follow the suggestions - this is explained in the teachers' notes.
This pack contains 14 worksheets covering a range of Space theme or topic related activities.
Designed for you to base lessons upon or always have something up your sleeve if your class need occupying.
Activities include:
- writing tasks
- creative tasks
- artistic tasks
- poetry
- researching
- word search activities plus
a blank line guide sheet plus a blank art sheet both with a space/planets themed border.
All with a modern and cool style designed to engage children of all ages.
All images either sourced from openclipart.org or owned by tftf.
This pack can provide up to 30 lessons if you wish. With this bundle you will never be short of Space related learning for your class.
Designed to save you time and provide your class with engaging and memorable learning activities.
Contains:
- 3 x complete space themed creative writing lessons that can each be completed over 3 lessons!
- A complete 7 lesson Space Art and DT unit containing original, engaging and easy to teach lessons: MTP included.
- A 14 worksheet Space activity pack containing fun, educational, cross-curricula activities.
- Display lettering and title sheets for your class wall
- A word document of links to 14 wonderful space related web resources to save you time.
Designed for KS2 (Year 5) but there’s no reason why it couldn’t be used for Y2 or KS3.
All images sourced from openclipart.org or owned by tftf.
Complete, easy to teach lesson with starter, engaging teaching input (including videos) and fun plenary activity all included on the PowerPoint. Children will learn all about the formation, properties and appearance of igneous rocks. Two differentiated activities/worksheets included in the Learning Activities pack with Two different options for approaching to the work included in the Teachers' Notes.
This easy to teach cross-curricula art lesson comes complete with starter, teaching input, full colour images and reflective self-evaluation plenary worksheets, plus an optional writing activity for early finishers. PowerPoint teaches children about Stone Age use of fur, putting the lesson within an easily understandable historical context. Children test technique before committing to their final work which, when mounted, would make an outstanding display. Pastels and pencils are the recommended art technique but other techniques can also be applied. Could be taught in an hour if needs be or extended to a whole afternoon or morning. Part of a 6 lesson complete unit of Stone Age art and design/DT available to buy from the TES.
Lots of discussion and 2 interesting videos help to make this vital life skill accessible to all children. Starter and plenary all included on the PowerPoint and the lesson comes with a creative, fun learning activity that can be done individually or in pairs. Especially great if your class are having difficulty with social and emotional issues or for children with SEN.
This intriguing lesson is designed to stimulate deep thought and discussion, exploring the issues of our choices, our nature and the idea of taking responsibility for our actions. Children are introduced to the idea of the moment of choice and see how they can make better choices with their friendships and in social situations. Contains philosophical questions in response to a video stimuli that will spark intriguing discussions. These discussions lead on to a creative drama activity that explores the idea of making the right choice. Complete lesson with starter, plenary, learning activities, questions and resources all included.
This lesson is designed to be used at the end of a unit of work all about friendship skills (which is also available as a complete package from this site). Contains starter, plenary and 3 gorgeous activities that could potentially change the lives of the children in your class as they reflect on and demonstrate their knowledge. Perfect for transitioners and Year 6's needing a boost before they go to new schools.
This fantastic, complete lesson gives children the chance to develop a wide range of skills including vision, design, team work. trial and error, photography and reading comprehension all wrapped up in a truly engaging all-round highly creative learning experience. Written instructions are provided for the class to comprehend and follow, this element can be adapted to make the learning accessible for younger pupils. The lesson provides the opportunity to go outside plus an alternative if that isn't an option. PowerPoint includes brief lesson input with sculpture web and video link. Custom reflective self-evaluation plenary sheets are also included to ensure learning is reflected upon and success evaluated. Part of a 6 lesson art & DT unit designed to match local area study, nature or woodland topics - available to buy from the TES