Creative KS2 teaching resource for 'Indigo Takes Flight'

These KS2 Resources for ‘Indigo Takes Flight’, a moving LGBTQIA+ children’s book about finding acceptance, are created by expert educators to make the most of the rich content offered in this book.

‘Indigo Takes Flight’ is written by Krista M Lambert and illustrated by former Waterstones Children’s Laureate, Chris Riddell. The book is part of the 10 Stories to Make a Difference collection, published by Pop Up Projects to reflect the need for greater inclusivity and diversity in children’s books. Find out more at https://pop-up.org.uk/bookshop/

All our resources have been designed to improve the access to, confidence in and enjoyment of reading, creative writing, illustration and visual literacy. They can be used to support the national curriculum, and cover a wide range of subjects including PSHE, Science, History, Art and Design as well as Literacy and English. They also help teachers support pupils’ wellbeing and their learning about topics including disability, activism, multiculturalism, LGBTQIA+ community as well as women in the STEM [Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics] industry.

The resources provide creative, fun activities and prompts for EYFS - KS4 teachers creating lesson plans. All the materials can be adapted to suit the needs, interests and abilities of individual classes.

‘Indigo Takes Flight’ is published by Pop Up Projects, a non-profit national literature organisation, with a mission to transform lives through literature. It is perfect for children aged 7 and up.

We believe that all children should be able to find themselves, and discover others, through the stories they read. We hope that, with these resources, you can teach your children the importance of empathy and celebrate difference with these amazing stories written to inspire young readers.