The Aga Khan Academies (AKA) work to develop curriculum units that are relevant to their students in Bangladesh, India, Kenya and Mozambique. This resource has been developed as part of a collaborative project between the Academies and the Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC) to develop curriculum units for use in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. This IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) interdisciplinary unit encourages MYP1 students to reflect on the invisible capacity of parks and gardens to unite people by contributing to the building and development of communities and enhancing their psychological, social and physical health. The unit is centred on developing interdisciplinary learning outcomes and subject-specific learning objectives in the Arts (Drama, Music, Visual Arts), English language acquisition (ELA) and/or English language and literature (ELL).

Add this resource to your Topic toolbox! Links to the Alphabet, phonics, nature and gardens and parks. Each of the 3 pages shows black and white symbols or pictures related to gardens or parks. There is a picture for each letter of the alphabet. Children trace the initial sounds / letters, name and colour the pictures. These can then be cut out to make a book or display or to sequence the alphabet. Boardmaker licenced.

A growing collection of photos from manor houses and park gardens around Britain. This will be added to in time. Please leave me a review and I will send you any other resource of your choice for free (contact me: office@oceansproject.com). Check out my other resources at my shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

The Gardens at Tatton Park were created over two centuries by the various Egerton owners of the beautiful Tatton Park Estate. Use this activity sheet to try out some fun crafts and activities you can do in the classroom or at home.

Useful resource for taking students gardening in the community. Incorporates accident and fire precautions to be considered, use of equipment and tools, keeping work areas clean and tidy and behaviour whilst walking to and from the gardening location. Could be used as part of a volunteering activity, during Citizenship sessions or during work related activities,

Worksheets for students to plant their own fruit and veg patch. Followed on from discussions of their favourite fruits and veggies and they did then plant some real seeds too.

Here is a complete term's medium term planning based around the book Percy the Park Keeper. The pack includes a plan for each week detailing the Early Learning Goals covered, learning activities, enhanced provision opportunities, weekly homework and a curriculum plan overview which can be shared with parents.

This resource supports work on Plants, Animals, Habitats, Gardens, Parks and Nature in general at KS1. The first sheet shows 6 cards / words of handy tools needed to be a good garden detective. These can be cut and matched and used to make a cover for the child’s Note or Observation book. Sheet 2 and 3 are recording sheets and sheet 4 shows an example of how the sheet can be used. Great for a field trip to the local park or a nature trail around the school grounds.

Tatton Tots Garden Visit- “A Self-Led Tour for Tots in the Tatton Park Gardens” This resource booklet is designed to support and enrich self-guided visits to the Tatton Park Gardens for schools and home educating families working with Early Years aged children. We do have a separate resource booklet for Garden visits available for Key Stage 1 and 2. It contains relevant curriculum links and exciting opportunities for on-site activities, as well as suggestions for additional activities that can take place after the visit to affirm learning. The document acts as a companion guide to allow you to confidently lead a visit to Tatton Park’s award-winning Gardens and supports you in getting the most from the experience. The booklet provides a suggested walking route of interesting spaces in the Garden, which can be explored in a single visit or multiple visits. If your school/group has National Trust membership, access into the Gardens is free of charge (parkland vehicle entry still applies), so we feel that this booklet represents an affordable option for a ‘tour guide in your pocket’ and allows you ultimate creative control about when and how you use the content. Knowing that this could well be your children’s first ‘formal outing’, the guide also contains practical information to assist with planning the visit, including our ‘Terrific Tips for Top Trips’ and preparation pages at the reverse of the booklet. We also offer a free online CPD on our TES shop that covers how to get the most from a visit to a cultural heritage venue, which you may wish to explore in conjunction with this booklet. Once purchased, the booklet is yours to keep and use time and time again. However, to support us in being able to create more content in the future, we would ask that individual teachers/parents purchase their own booklet wherever possible. A downloadable Garden map is also included in the bundle to help with your visit preparation, but printed copies are available at the Garden Entrance on arrival. Please also take a look at our other self-led resource booklets, which support a variety of topics and age groups. We hope to keep expanding the selection of resource booklets available, so if you have any suggestions for subject areas, please email us at: tattoneducation@cheshireeast.gov.uk

The pack includes: Display banner- a long colourful banner for your displays Display border Animal photos- a collection of coloured photos of the animals in the story Title poster- a colourful A4 poster Story words Park photos Character pictures Large leaves- coloured leaves to add to your displays Animal fact cards- fact cards about the different animals in the story Animal footprints- flash cards showing the different footprints of the animals in the story- great for discussion, identifying footprints found and recreating the prints in the sand tray Acorn alphabet- an alphabet line on acorns Autumn leaves alphabet Large Autumn themed letters- a complete alphabet with both lower and upper case letters Favourite part of the story worksheet- draw and write about your favourite part Wordsearch- find the hidden Percy words Speech bubble worksheet- fill in the speech bubbles of the characters Favourite story and animal worksheet- draw or write about your favourite part of the story and your favourite animal Matching worksheet- match the animal pictures to their names Describing worksheet- think of some words to describe the animals Acorn number line- a number line from 0-50 Animals number line- a number line from 0-50 on the different animals in the story Addition worksheets- 2 differentiated worksheets to add the numbers on the acorns Subtraction worksheets- 2 differentiated worksheets to subtract the numbers on the acorns Counting worksheets- 2 differentiated worksheets to count the animals Missing number worksheets- 2 differentiated worksheets tofill in the missing numbers on the animals Songs and rhymes- a collection of themed songs and rhymes to learn Face masks- black and white face masks to make of Percy and the animals Colouring sheets- a collection of colouring sheets Large characters- large pictures of Percy and the animals- great for collage and art work Large leaves- black and white outlines of some different leave Percy's tools- black and white pictures of some of the tools which Percy uses 'Welcome to Percy's Hut' sign- a long banner Character flashcards Face masks- colour face masks of Percy and the animals Percy's hut- a coloured and black and white picture of Percy's hut Percy's tools- coloured pictures of some of the tools which Percy uses Board game- a Percy themed board game to make and play Matching pairs- find the matching pairs or use the cards for a game of 'snap' Bingo- a picture bingo game Picture dominoes Pictures of Percy and the animals in the story Please note: The art work used in these resources has been produced by ourselves. It is not associated with, or endorsed by, the authors or publishers of the story or any related stories or products.

This KS1 microhabitats (or micro-habitats) activity is a fun way for children to explore where minibeasts would like within a garden. They’ll also think about why different minibeasts prefer different microhabitats. Use this resource to support a year 2 science lesson about local habitats/microhabitats or before exploring the microhabitats in your school grounds. This resource includes: A3 printable garden (with and without microhabitat labels) A4 printable garden (with and without microhabitat labels) 12 common minibeasts to place in the garden Minibeast ID sheet Guidance notes on how the resource could be used, including follow up questions to explore together. Primary science link: identify that most living things live in habitats to which they are suited and describe how different habitats provide for the basic needs of different kinds of animals and plants, and how they depend on each other identify and name a variety of plants and animals in their habitats, including micro-habitats

Enrich your classroom experience with our delightful collection of 30 Photos of Park Birds, an essential resource for educators looking to engage students in biology, ecology, and environmental awareness. This vibrant selection showcases the beauty and diversity of birds commonly found in parks, making it a valuable addition to any educational setting. Why Should Teachers Buy These Photos? Visual Learning: The stunning images of various park birds captivate students' attention, sparking their interest in ornithology and the importance of biodiversity in ecosystems. Biology and Ecology Lessons: Use the photos to teach students about bird anatomy, behavior, and habitats. Discuss the roles these birds play in their ecosystems, including pollination and pest control. Conservation Awareness: Incorporate the images into lessons on conservation and environmental stewardship. Discuss the threats faced by bird populations and the importance of protecting their habitats in parks and natural areas. Creative Inspiration: Encourage creativity by using the images as prompts for art projects or writing activities. Students can create their own birdwatching journals, illustrate their favorite birds, or write stories about bird adventures. Field Studies: Use the photos to prepare students for real-life birdwatching experiences in local parks. Equip them with the knowledge to identify different species and understand their behaviors. Cross-Curricular Applications: These photos can be integrated across subjects, including science (studying ecosystems), geography (exploring bird migration patterns), and literacy (reading and writing about wildlife), promoting an interdisciplinary approach to learning. By investing in these 30 Photos of Park Birds, you enrich your classroom resources and inspire students to explore the wonders of wildlife and the importance of conservation. Ignite their passion for nature and environmental responsibility today!

These documents are to help children describe the setting in the story ‘Secret Sky Garden’. The first document is the car park at the beginning - the red circles help children focus on the things close, further away and then in the distance. The second document is the car park at the end of the story when it is beautiful!

Here are 30 items you may find in the garden. Children can name them, colour them in and make a list of them using the grid provided. Links to literacy, list writing and your topic on homes.

Introduce children and learners to the world of gardening with these beautifully crafted Montessori-style flashcards! Featuring 42 essential gardening tools and equipment, these cards are perfect for outdoor-themed lessons, life skills training, or hands-on educational activities. What’s Included in the Gardening Tools Flashcards: 42 Flashcards: Includes tools like spade, trowel, rake, watering can, pruning shears, gloves, and more. Montessori Design: Three-part cards with full image, picture-only, and word label for matching and sorting activities. Clear Images and Labels: High-quality illustrations paired with tool names to enhance recognition and vocabulary. Printable Format: Designed for easy printing and laminating for long-term use. Perfect For: Teachers: Enhancing outdoor education or thematic gardening lessons in classrooms. Parents and Homeschoolers: Introducing gardening basics in a fun, interactive way. Montessori Classrooms: Supporting hands-on, self-directed learning with realistic materials. Life Skills Programs: Teaching practical gardening knowledge to all age groups. Nature Enthusiasts: Exploring the tools and essentials of gardening with young learners. These Gardening Tools Flashcards | 42 Garden Essentials Montessori Cards are a fantastic resource for fostering curiosity about nature and gardening, making them a valuable addition to any home or classroom!

Suitable for EYFS and KS1. 5 pages of colour Garden flashcards with 6 to a page. Great for your Outdoors topic, Science, Plants, matching games, discussion and displays.

Find out what some badgers got up to at night in a British garden. This activity, based on a real wildlife camera trap recording, can be used with KS1 or KS2 to support learning about animal identification, habitats, survival, the local environment and adaptations for survival. The activity following the video is an opportunity to practice writing and thinking skills. Proceeds from the sales will be donated to a wildlife charity.

Creativity and Knowledge for Self-Guided Tours: Tatton Park Gardens This resource booklet is designed to support and enrich self-guided visits to the Tatton Park Gardens for schools and home educating families. The content can be adapted to suit both Key Stage 1 and 2, with a separate ‘Tots Garden Guide’ available for Early Years. It contains a variety of curriculum links and learning outcomes, with exciting opportunities for on-site activities and suggestions for additional activities that can take place back in the classroom/at home, to further embed knowledge. The document acts as a companion guide to allow you to confidently lead a visit to Tatton Park’s award-winning Gardens and supports you in getting the most from the experience. The booklet provides a suggested walking route of interesting spaces in the Garden, which can be explored in a single visit or multiple visits. If your school/group has National Trust membership, access into the Gardens is free of charge (parkland vehicle entry still applies), so we feel that this booklet represents an affordable option for a ‘tour guide in your pocket’ and allows you ultimate creative control about when and how you use the content. The guide also contains practical information to assist with planning the visit, including our ‘Terrific Tips for Top Trips’ and preparation pages at the reverse of the booklet. We also offer a free online CPD on our TES shop that covers how to get the most from a visit to a cultural heritage venue, which you may wish to explore in conjunction with this booklet. Once purchased, the booklet is yours to keep and use time and time again. However, to support us in being able to create more content in the future, we would ask that individual teachers/parents purchase their own booklet wherever possible. A downloadable Garden map is also included in the bundle to help with your visit preparation, but printed copies are available at the Garden Entrance on arrival. Please also take a look at our other self-led resource booklets, which support a variety of topics and age groups. We hope to keep expanding the selection of resource booklets available, so if you have any suggestions for subject areas, please email us at: tattoneducation@cheshireeast.gov.uk

You could look at it directly as a presentation and discuss the different activities, animals and locations in the garden being shown in each of the photos. You could print off and laminate the photos to make an interesting, eye-catching set of story prompts. The students could also take five of the laminated photos and create them into a story . The photos could also be used as prompts for creative writing, factual writing or descriptive writing.