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Planning and resources for primary teachers from http://www.ks2history.com. Our history topics include Stone Age to Iron Age, Romans, Anglo-Saxons, Victorians, Shang Dynasty etc and the list is expanding each month, with literacy units to link to the topics too. Our popular resources have been tried and tested in hundreds of classrooms.

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Planning and resources for primary teachers from http://www.ks2history.com. Our history topics include Stone Age to Iron Age, Romans, Anglo-Saxons, Victorians, Shang Dynasty etc and the list is expanding each month, with literacy units to link to the topics too. Our popular resources have been tried and tested in hundreds of classrooms.
The Raven - Lyric or Narrative Poetry Debate
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The Raven - Lyric or Narrative Poetry Debate

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This activity helps pupils to collect evidence from Poe's 'The Raven' poem to help them to decide whether this type of poetry is lyric. They can then use this to prepare for a written argument or a class debate.
'The Bells' Poetry Bundle Y6/5
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'The Bells' Poetry Bundle Y6/5

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A bundle of resources about Poe's poem 'The Bells', including a week-long plan, a printable poem, worksheets and activities working on poetic devices and moods.
Poetry Guided Reading Activity KS2
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Poetry Guided Reading Activity KS2

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A guided reading activity for pupils to read and engage with the classic poem 'The Hunstmen' by Walter de la Mare. Pupils will consider the sound effectives created by the language of the poem. There is also an extension activity for pupils to write their own stanzas.
'The Listeners' Poetry Comprehension Activity KS2
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'The Listeners' Poetry Comprehension Activity KS2

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A worksheet for pupils to record true or false answers about the Walter de la Mare's poem 'The Listeners'. You could use this as a comprehension activity or for guided reading. There is also included a printable copy of the poem.
Romans Planning Bundle - History and Literacy
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Romans Planning Bundle - History and Literacy

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Romans planning for Y3/4. Includes 10 history lessons and 10 literacy lessons. History lessons: 1. Introduction: How did the Roman Empire begin? 2. Rise and Conquer!: How did the Roman army help the Roman Empire to expand? 3. Invading Britannia: How did Britain become part of the Roman Empire? 4. Who was Boudica?: How did Boudica rebel against the Romans? 5. Building up Britain: What did the Romans build after they settled in Britain? 6. Time to Relax!: What did people do for leisure in Roman Britain? 7. Digging up the Past: What do archaeological sites tell us about Roman Britain? 8. Home Sweet Home: What were houses like in Roman Britain? 9. What did the Romans do for us?: What important things did the Romans introduce to Britain? 10. Summing up: What have we learned about this period of history? Literacy Lessons: The ten lessons in this unit aim to give children the opportunity to understand the features of instructions as a genre. In the first week, children will engage with the text type by following instructions to make edible Roman roads out of biscuits, chocolates and custard! There is also a grammar focus on using prepositions and imperative verbs. In the second week, pupils will use drama to develop ideas and extend their vocabulary. They will then plan their own set of instructions about becoming gladiator champions and they will then have the opportunity to draft, edit and present their final instructions. The literacy objectives covered in this unit are: - To give and follow verbal instructions - To use prepositions - To read and follow written instructions - To identify how language, structure and presentation contribute to meaning - To use a range of imperative verbs - To prepare a group performance - To make a plan for my writing - To write my own instructions - To edit my writing - To make decisions about how to present my writing The PDF files contain the full lesson plans and all accompanying pupil resources.
Christmas Poem & Two Activities
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Christmas Poem & Two Activities

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This resource includes a copy of the Christmas poem "Sly Santa Clause" and two response activities. The first activity challenges pupils to find different verbs in the poem and to sort them into different categories. The second activity allows pupils to demonstrate their understanding of the poem by turning it into a comic strip. This resource could be used for guided reading, for independent reading activities, for homework challenges or as part of a festive literacy lesson.
Inference show-not-tell activity KS2
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Inference show-not-tell activity KS2

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An activity to help pupils develop inference. Pupils read the 'show-not-tell' descriptions of the king and match him to the emotion that is inferred. This is a useful activity for guided reading, independent literacy work, homework challenges, revision etc.
Story Planning Template  - Hero Myths
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Story Planning Template - Hero Myths

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A useful sheet for pupils to use when they are planning a hero myth. Could be used to plan a story following the conventions of Anglo-Saxon myths like Beowulf, Greek myths, Roman myths or others.