30 high quality photographic images with a Christmas theme. A PowerPoint containing easy to copy images suitable for insertion into Christmas cards and presentations.

Christmas is coming and Santa and his Elves need colouring before they can get on with their work! 12 different Elves and Santa himself ready for colouring by Key Stage 1, 2 and 3 students. Merry Christmas! Original drawings by Mael Matthews.

This fun, festive resource provides a step by step visual guide to drawing a picture of Santa Claus. 56 Slides progress from a blank page to a fully coloured Santa. All that children need to do is follow the visual instruction. Each slide shows a little bit more being added to the picture. There is also scope for them to personalise the picture with their own background. They could even use their pictures to make their own Christmas cards. A fun activity to keep younger students engaged and happy in the run up to the holidays. Merry Christmas from Start Creative. See many more resources at https://tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/mael

15 Christmas themed colouring patterns for students of all ages. These kaleidoscopic patterns offer a fun activity in the run up to the Christmas holidays. They could even be used to inspire Christmas card designs. Many more resources available in our shop. Take a look at https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/mael Merry Christmas from Start Creative!

This Christmas Colouring Book provides 24 original colouring sheets - one for each day of December in the run up to the big day! A fun activity to do with your students in the weeks leading up to the holidays ... and perhaps something that they can take away with them to finish off at home. Much more at https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/mael

The resource provides students with a step by step guide to developing an effective sketchbook. It is suitable for Middle and High school students. Emphasis is placed on observational studies, analysis of the work of artists and crafts-people, exploration of materials and processes and the development of ideas through informed decision making and making links between areas of research. The book can also be used by teachers, helping to structure their teaching. The book can be used in a very literal sense with lower attaining students, or as a scaffolding structure for higher attaining students. This resource has been developed by Mael Matthews, experienced Head of Subject and Senior Art examiner.

40 original kaleidoscopic colouring images suitable for all ages. An ideal resource for re- focussing busy minds.

This resource provides 9 sets of discussion topics - Plans cover Bullying, Careers, Disability, Drugs, The Environment, Finances, Personal Health, Race Relations and Relationships. This download provides a useful resource for shaping discussions during Life Skills lessons.

This resource provides a range of starting points for discussions relating to the environment. A useful resource for shaping discussions during Life Skills lessons.

This resource provides a range of starting points for discussions relating to relationships. A useful resource for shaping discussions during Life Skills lessons.

This resource provides a range of starting points for discussions relating to race relations. A useful resource for shaping discussions during Life Skills lessons.

This resource provides a range of starting points for discussions relating to personal health. A useful resource for shaping discussions during Life Skills lessons.

This resource provides a range of starting points for discussions relating to finances. A useful resource for shaping discussions during Life Skills lessons.

This resource provides a range of starting points for discussions relating to drugs. A useful resource for shaping discussions during Life Skills lessons.

This resource provides a range of starting points for discussions relating to disability. A useful resource for shaping discussions during Life Skills lessons.

This resource provides a range of starting points for discussions relating to careers. A useful resource for shaping discussions during Life Skills lessons.

This resource provides a range of starting points for discussions relating to bullying. A useful resource for shaping discussions during Life Skills lessons.

The resource comprises 3 original colouring books by Mael Matthews, totally over 100 different coloring templates. Recent research suggests that anxious, over busy minds can be calmed by focusing on simple, therapeutic tasks such as colouring. This resource has been designed to be suitable for use with all ages, including adults and SEN students. Whether being used as an extension activity, for therapeutic reasons or simply for fun, I hope that you enjoy this resource. Happy colouring!

The resource comprises 3 original coloring books by Mael Matthews, totalling over 100 different coloring templates. Recent research suggests that anxious, over busy minds can be calmed by focusing on simple, therapeutic tasks such as coloring. This resource has been designed to be suitable for use with all ages, including adults and SEN students. Whether being used as an extension activity, for therapeutic reasons or simply for fun, I hope that you enjoy this resource. Happy coloring!

Many children and adults suffer from stress and anxiety at times. An over busy brain makes it difficult to concentrate on tasks and the feelings associated with anxiety can cause distress and further anxiety. Recent research suggests that activities which focus the mind without being overly taxing can help break the cycle of worry and anxiety and can help calm the busy mind. One such activity is coloring. This resource provides 40 original hand drawn kaleidoscopic images. The repetitive nature of the patterns is intentional, encouraging the individual to settle into a calming routine. Drawings range in complexity, making it a suitable resource for all age groups, including adults. This resource is also suitable for use with Special Educational Needs students. I hope that enjoyment and a sense of calm can be found by using this resource. Mael Matthews