Do your students think reading is boring? This assembly/lesson is designed to inspire KS2/KS3 students to love reading! This assembly/lesson focuses on the benefits of reading including mental health and literacy. The lesson gives students an opportunity to explore different genres and types of literature through various discussions and activities. This lesson also includes an engaging Book Review Template! This resource can be used as an assembly or a standalone lesson! Slides: Introduction Why is reading so important? Benefits of reading: Knowledge Benefits of reading: Mental Health Benefits of reading: Literacy Benefits of reading: Literacy Benefits of reading: Literacy Myth-busting: Reading is boring! Myth-busting: I just want to play video games! Myth-busting: I’ll just watch the film! Fiction and Non-Fiction Fiction Genres Activity Fiction Genres Discussion Non-Fiction Genres Activity Non-Fiction Genres Discussion Different types of literature Different types of literature Activity Where can I find books to read? Different ways of reading Benefits of reading quiz Book Review Activity Inspirational Quote Adaptable This resource is perfect for an assembly with added tutor time activities however it could also be used as a full lesson with activities. Ready to go! Every slide features teacher instructions and all slides are editable to cater to your school’s guidelines. Like what you see? Please leave a review, we love to hear from you! Check out other engaging assemblies and resources at my store Schooled Resources

A comprehensive one-off lesson exploring descriptive writing skills using Dracula as an example. The lesson is structured to scaffold tasks and allow for progress throughout the lesson. The extract from Dracula is included as a handy printout. This is from the section where Jonathan sees Dracula crawling down the castle wall. This resource includes PowerPoint, printable extract and lesson plan. Slides: Starter activity (descriptive writing techniques) with added extension task 2-5 answers to starter activity Discussion question Extract from Dracula Simile Hunt Simile Answers Emotive Language Hunt Emotive Language Answers Stimuli for writing: Image Writing task plus success criteria and sentence starters Plenary Duration: This lesson can last between 45-60 mins. Age range: This lesson is aimed at Key Stage 3. Benefits: This presentation can be easily adapted for higher or lower ability.

NEW AND IMPROVED- An inspiring assembly which focuses on aspirations and using skills such as motivation, resilience and growth mindset to support student’s goals. It is designed for KS3 and KS4 students and gives them an opportunity to work through their interests and strengths to set targets to reach their aspirations. Adaptable This resource is perfect for an assembly with added tutor time activities however it could also be used as a full lesson with activities. Slides: Introduction What are Aspirations? Types of Aspirations- Intrinsic Types of Aspirations- Extrinsic Growth Mindset Motivation Inspiration Impact of Inspiration Overcoming Obstacles Failure Visualising your Future Developing Aspirations Reflect on your Interests Identify your Strengths Explore Opportunities Set SMART Goals SMART Goals Example Guide Maintaining Aspirations Example of Aspirations- Martin Luther King Jr. Example of Aspirations- Amelia Earhart Inspirational Quote Ready to go! Every slide features teacher instructions and all slides are editable to cater to your school’s guidelines. Like what you see? Please leave a review, we love to hear from you! Check out other engaging assemblies and resources at my store Schooled Resources

An inspiring and informative assembly focused on the theme of resilience for KS3 and KS4 students. This assembly allows students to understand what resilience is and how important it is in life. It explores and teaches how students can learn from failure, grow a positive mindset and build their resilience. Slides: Introduction What is Resilience? The Importance of Resilience Characteristics of Resilient People The Resilience Cycle Resilience example: Nelson Mandela Resilience example: Malala Yousafzai Building Resilience Overcoming Obstacles The Power of Perception Learning from Failure Building Resilience in Daily Life: Sleep Building Resilience in Daily Life: Communication Building Resilience in Daily Life: Positive Attitude Building Resilience in Daily Life: Emotions Building Resilience in Daily Life: Be Present Inspirational Quote Duration: This assembly is designed to last 15-20 minutes. No prep needed! Every slide includes instructions for the assembly lead so you are ready to go! Like what you see? Please leave a review, we love to hear from you! Check out other engaging assemblies and resources at my store [https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/SchooledResources]

An informative and revealing assembly focused on the importance of attendance aimed at 11-16 year olds. This assembly allows students to fully understand the importance of attendance in relation to their attainment and future opportunities. The last slide is left blank for you to add any school-specific rules or expectations/reward schemes or consequences regarding your school rules on attendance. Duration: This assembly is designed to last 15-20 minutes but can be made shorter. Slides: Introduction Why attendance is so important Excuses The effect of having 85% attendance The effect of having 90% attendance The effect of having 95% attendance The effect of having 100% attendance Consequences of your attendance Attendance (after-school life) Blank page for you to add specific information No prep needed All of the slides include instructions for the assembly lead so no prep is needed for this assembly.

Motivate your students with this engaging and interesting assembly focused on the theme of motivation. This resource allows students to learn more about motivation whilst also asking them to reflect on their own goals and motivation. There are opportunities throughout the assembly for students to contribute and reflect. Adaptable This resource is perfect for an assembly with added tutor time activities however it could also be used as a full lesson with activities. Slides: Introduction Why is Motivation Important? Positive Mindset Positive Mindset Scenario Believe in Yourself Your Strengths Activity Affirmations Activity Visualising Success Visualisation Activity Failure Resilience Famous Examples of Resilience Resilience Activity Time Management Tool for Time Management Peer Support Compassion Your Own Cheerleader Activity SMART Goals Setting SMART goals Activity Celebrate Progress Inspirational Quote Ready to go! Every slide features teacher instructions and all slides are editable to cater to your school’s guidelines. Like what you see? Please leave a review, we love to hear from you! Check out other engaging assemblies and resources at my store Schooled Resources