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We create outstanding learning experiences that engage and excite children in their schoolwork and make teachers' lives easier by saving them precious time, enabling a better work/life balance. We are committed to promoting creative thinking, cross curricula learning, emotional intelligence and mindfulness to children of all ages. The future is here.

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We create outstanding learning experiences that engage and excite children in their schoolwork and make teachers' lives easier by saving them precious time, enabling a better work/life balance. We are committed to promoting creative thinking, cross curricula learning, emotional intelligence and mindfulness to children of all ages. The future is here.
Superhero Writing Lesson. Creative Writing  Big Writing including VCOP, Audience, Purpose, Genre
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Superhero Writing Lesson. Creative Writing Big Writing including VCOP, Audience, Purpose, Genre

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A complete, engaging, imaginative, creative writing or Big Writing stimuli lesson that can be applied to many different writing genres. Great for inspiring reluctant writers or filling a few hours in your class with fun yet challenging learning activities. Children first discuss their ideas and then plan their work. Planning sheet has space for 5 sense descriptions, VCOP elements and purpose, audience and genre notes to help meet the new 2014 curriculum. Starter activity 2 widths of line guides/writing sheets included plus optional paragraph planning sheet, custom art sheet and self-assessment plenary activity mean that this lesson's length is flexible and could easily last for 2 hours if you wanted it to and comes with 3 different options in the teachers' notes for delivery over 1,2 or 3 lessons. Lesson is aimed at KS2 but can be used for more able KS1, or KS3 as it is differentiated by outcome.
Imagine a New Tree, Flower or Plant. Creative Writing or Big Writing VCOP + Audience Purpose Genre
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Imagine a New Tree, Flower or Plant. Creative Writing or Big Writing VCOP + Audience Purpose Genre

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Suitable for any nature based study/topic - or for simply an inspiring writing lesson! This complete, engaging & imaginative, creative writing or Big Writing stimuli lesson that can be applied to many different writing genres. Children discuss ideas and then plan by answering the thought provoking questions which enable a wealth of ideas to be generated for the writing. Planning sheet has space for 5 sense descriptions, VCOP elements and purpose, audience and genre notes to help meet the new 2014 curriculum. Starter activity é 2 widths of line guides/writing sheets included plus optional paragraph planning sheet, custom art sheet and self-assessment plenary activity mean that this lesson's length is flexible and could easily last for 2 hours if you wanted it to and comes with 3 different options for delivery over 1,2 or 3 lessons. Lesson is aimed at KS2 but suitable for more able KS1 and KS3 as it is differentiated by outcome.
Imagine a New Sea Creature/Monster! Creative Writing or Big Writing VCOP + Audience Purpose Genre
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Imagine a New Sea Creature/Monster! Creative Writing or Big Writing VCOP + Audience Purpose Genre

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Suitable for any seas and oceans or nature based study/topic - or for simply an inspiring writing lesson! This complete, engaging and imaginative, creative writing or Big Writing stimuli lesson that can be applied to many different writing genres. Children discuss ideas and then plan by answering the thought provoking questions which enable a wealth of ideas to be generated for the writing. Planning sheet has space for 5 sense descriptions, VCOP elements and purpose, audience and genre notes to help meet the new 2014 curriculum. Starter activity plus 2 widths of line guides/writing sheets included plus optional paragraph planning sheet, custom art sheet and self-assessment plenary activity mean that this lesson's length is flexible and could easily last for 2 hours if you wanted it to and comes with 3 different options for delivery over 1,2 or 3 lessons. Lesson is aimed at KS2 but suitable for more able KS1 and KS3 as it is differentiated by outcome.
KS2 Mayan Civilization Cross-Curricula Creative/Big Writing Complete Lesson (Multiple Genre)
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KS2 Mayan Civilization Cross-Curricula Creative/Big Writing Complete Lesson (Multiple Genre)

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A complete, engaging, imaginative, creative writing or Big Writing stimuli lesson that can be applied to many different writing genres. Children view PowerPoint then discuss ideas and plan by answering the thought provoking questions which enable a wealth of ideas to be generated for the writing. Planning sheet has space for 5 sense descriptions, VCOP elements and purpose, audience and genre notes to help meet the new 2014 curriculum. Starter activity plus 2 widths of line guides/writing sheets included plus optional paragraph planning sheet, custom art sheet and self-assessment plenary activity mean that this lesson's length is flexible and could easily last for 2 hours if you wanted it to and comes with 3 different options in the teachers' notes for delivery over 1,2 or 3 lessons. Lesson is aimed at KS2 but can be used for more able KS1, or KS3 as it is differentiated by outcome. Children will need some historical knowledge of the era.
KS2 Space - Cross-Curricular Creative Writing Pack
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KS2 Space - Cross-Curricular Creative Writing Pack

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This engaging KS2 Space cross-curricular writing pack can last up to 3 lessons and easily fits into your planning as it can be applied to a lot of genres such as fiction, non-fiction, biographies, newspaper writing and more. Full teaching input, worksheets and teachers' notes included - just print and teach! Great for inspiring reluctant writers or filling a few hours in your class with fun yet challenging learning activities. A complete, engaging, imaginative, creative writing or Big Writing stimuli lesson that can be applied to many different writing genres. Children discuss ideas and then plan by answering the thought provoking questions which enable a wealth of ideas to be generated. Planning sheet has space for 5 sense descriptions, VCOP elements and purpose, audience and genre notes to help meet the new 2014 curriculum. Starter activity plus 2 widths of line guides/writing sheets included plus optional paragraph planning sheet, custom art sheet and self-assessment plenary activity mean that this lesson's length is flexible and could easily last for 2 hours if you wanted it to and comes with 3 different options in the teachers' notes for delivery over 1,2 or 3 lessons. Lesson is aimed at KS2 but can be used for more able KS1, or KS3 as it is differentiated by outcome. All images licensed under creative commons C.O
Friendship Skills - Engaging & Potentially Beautiful KS2 PSHE and SEAL Complete Lesson
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Friendship Skills - Engaging & Potentially Beautiful KS2 PSHE and SEAL Complete Lesson

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Children will learn how to maintain friendships when circumstances change. Starter, plenary, learning activity introductions, linked videos and questioning all included on the PowerPoint. Main learning activity involves children writing to each other in a way that could be treasured for a very long time by the children - creating a memorable and magical lesson full of very useful learning for their future lives.
KS2 Anglo Saxon Cross-Curricula Creative/Big Writing Complete Lesson (Multiple Genre)
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KS2 Anglo Saxon Cross-Curricula Creative/Big Writing Complete Lesson (Multiple Genre)

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A complete, engaging, imaginative, creative writing or Big Writing stimuli lesson that can be applied to many different writing genres. Children view PowerPoint then discuss ideas and plan by answering the thought provoking questions which enable a wealth of ideas to be generated for the writing. Planning sheet has space for 5 sense descriptions, VCOP elements and purpose, audience and genre notes to help meet the new 2014 curriculum. Starter activity plus 2 widths of line guides/writing sheets included plus optional paragraph planning sheet, custom art sheet and self-assessment plenary activity mean that this lesson's length is flexible and could easily last for 2 hours if you wanted it to and comes with 3 different options in the teachers' notes for delivery over 1,2 or 3 lessons. Lesson is aimed at KS2 but can be used for more able KS1, or KS3 as it is differentiated by outcome. Children will need some historical knowledge of the era.
Ancient Egypt Writing Activity. Creative Writing or Big Writing inc VCOP Audience Purpose Genre
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Ancient Egypt Writing Activity. Creative Writing or Big Writing inc VCOP Audience Purpose Genre

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Engaging, imaginative, creative writing or Big Writing stimuli lesson that can be applied to many different writing genres. On the PowerPoint children are taught how to generate original ideas by adapting existing knowledge and references they have into something new. This knowledge is then discussed with a partner and used to fill in a detailed custom planning sheet which enables a wealth of ideas to be generated for the writing. Planning sheet has space for 5 sense descriptions, VCOP elements and purpose, audience and genre notes to meet the new 2014 curriculum. Optional paragraph planning sheet, 2 widths of line guides/writing sheets, custom art sheet and self-assessment plenary activity mean that this lesson's length is flexible and could easily last for 2 hours if you wanted it to and comes with 3 different options for delivery over 1,2 or 3 lessons. Lesson is aimed at KS2 but can be used in KS1, or KS3 as it is differentiated by outcome.
Friendship Skills, Philosophy and Drama all in one KS2 Complete PSHE and SEAL Lesson
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Friendship Skills, Philosophy and Drama all in one KS2 Complete PSHE and SEAL Lesson

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This intriguing lesson is designed to stimulate deep thought and discussion, exploring the issues of our choices, our nature and the idea of taking responsibility for our actions. Children are introduced to the idea of the moment of choice and see how they can make better choices with their friendships and in social situations. Contains philosophical questions in response to a video stimuli that will spark intriguing discussions. These discussions lead on to a creative drama activity that explores the idea of making the right choice. Complete lesson with starter, plenary, learning activities, questions and resources all included.
3D UFO Model. Space Art and DT Lesson KS1 or KS2 Suitable Reading Comprehension
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3D UFO Model. Space Art and DT Lesson KS1 or KS2 Suitable Reading Comprehension

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Complete cross-curricula lesson with unique, written and graphic instructions that add an element of reading comprehension to this lesson if you wish. Children use different joins to secure and strengthen attachments and create an incredible 3D UFO with easy to source art/DT materials that can be found at home. Children then evaluate and reflect upon their work and the process of creation with a specially designed sheet that meets the new 2014 curriculum.
KS2 Spellings - Dis Verb Prefixes - Differentiated, Engaging, Challenging Complete Grammar Lesson
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KS2 Spellings - Dis Verb Prefixes - Differentiated, Engaging, Challenging Complete Grammar Lesson

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KS2 Spellings - Dis Verb Prefixes is a fun yet challenging complete lesson suitable for Year 5 SPaG work and designed to meet the new 2014 curriculum. PowerPoint teaching input, differentiated worksheets and plenary all included PLUS teaches'notes Comes with 3 levels of differentiated activities/worksheets each with extension options. Starter and teaching input on included PowerPoint and plenary game simply explained in the concise teachers' notes. Suitable for expanding vocabulary and openers for VCOP lessons and spelling lessons. Adaptable for individual or partner work and suitable for any upper KS2 or more able year 3 and year 4. All images either sourced from openclipart.org or owned by tftf.
KS2 Stone Age Cross-Curricula Independent Learning based Clothing and Possessions Time Detectives
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KS2 Stone Age Cross-Curricula Independent Learning based Clothing and Possessions Time Detectives

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This fun yet challenging, cross-curricula lesson has elements of: computing, history and writing, all built into a lesson centred around independent learning. Children will complete a series of engaging tasks including labelling a graphic of a Stone Age man with researched information on clothing and possessions, learning what a person from that time may have owned and building their understanding of life was really like in the time period. They then complete 3 written activities and an extension activity based upon that knowledge they have gained. Activities include framing historically-valid questions, critical thinking and drawing comparisons: all aspects of the new 2014 curriculum. The activities are designed to elicit a deeper level of thought and understanding of the era. Can be taught as two separate hour long lessons but better over one longer session, contains starter and plenary, made for KS2 but accessible to higher ability KS1 and lower ability KS3.
KS2 Anglo-Saxon Clothing and Possessions Time Detectives Complete Lesson Pack
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KS2 Anglo-Saxon Clothing and Possessions Time Detectives Complete Lesson Pack

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This fun yet challenging, cross-curricula lesson has elements of: computing, history and writing, all built into a lesson centred around independent learning. Children will complete a series of engaging tasks including labelling a graphic of an Anglo-Saxon man with researched information on clothing and possessions, learning what a person from that time may have owned and building their understanding of life was really like in the time period. They then complete 3 written activities and an extension activity based upon that knowledge they have gained. Activities include framing historically-valid questions, critical thinking and drawing comparisons: all aspects of the new 2014 curriculum. The activities are designed to elicit a deeper level of thought and understanding of the era. Can be taught as two separate hour long lessons but better over one longer session, contains starter and plenary, made for KS2 but accessible to higher ability KS1 and lower ability KS3.
Igneous Rocks KS2 Science Lesson: Formation, Properties and Appearance
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Igneous Rocks KS2 Science Lesson: Formation, Properties and Appearance

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Complete, easy to teach lesson with starter, engaging teaching input (including videos) and fun plenary activity all included on the PowerPoint. Children will learn all about the formation, properties and appearance of igneous rocks. Two differentiated activities/worksheets included in the Learning Activities pack with Two different options for approaching to the work included in the Teachers' Notes.
Watercolour Art Lesson from Nature Cross-Curricula KS1 or KS2 Suitable with Reading Comprehension
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Watercolour Art Lesson from Nature Cross-Curricula KS1 or KS2 Suitable with Reading Comprehension

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This lovely lesson gives children the chance to study, appreciate and replicate nature using everyday school art materials including pencils and watercolour paints. Written instructions are provided for the class to comprehend and follow, and the lesson comes with a creative extension activity plus a writing activity for early finishers. The lesson provides the opportunity to go outside plus an alternative if that isn't an option. PowerPoint includes brief lesson input with watercolour video link and reflective self-evaluation plenary sheets are also included. Part of a 6 lesson art & DT unit designed to match local area study, nature or woodland topics - available to buy from the TES
KS2 Anglo-Saxons Engaging Inspiring Independent Learning Cross-Curricula Time Detectives Lesson
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KS2 Anglo-Saxons Engaging Inspiring Independent Learning Cross-Curricula Time Detectives Lesson

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Includes: Starter-PowerPoint-Worksheets-Creative Activity Sheet-Plenary-Teachers' Notes This fantastic, fun, challenging, cross-curricula lesson is packed with learning and has elements of: computing, history, writing and speaking and listening, built into a lesson centred around independent learning and web research. Children will be using and applying the historical learning they acquire creatively, as they work through the challenges of the lesson. Children research in a holistic way building up a bigger picture of life the time period and then present their creations providing you with an assessment opportunity. The lesson ideal for either the beginning, middle or end of a history topic or unit. Can be done in an hour but better over two, contains starter and plenary. Made for KS2 but accessible to more able KS1 and less able KS3
KS2 Mayan Civilization - Engaging Inspiring Independent Learning Cross-Curricula Time Detectives
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KS2 Mayan Civilization - Engaging Inspiring Independent Learning Cross-Curricula Time Detectives

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This fantastic, fun, challenging, cross-curricula lesson is packed with learning and has elements of: computing, history, writing and speaking and listening, built into a lesson centred around independent learning and research. Children will be using and applying the historical learning they acquire creatively, as they work through the challenges of the lesson. An optional competitive element, combined with the fun of potentially becoming a Time Detective (and earning a Time Detective badge) create added motivation and increased engagement towards the learning. Children research in a holistic way building up a bigger picture of life the time period and then present their creations providing you with an assessment opportunity and a chance to decide the winners. The lesson ideal for either the beginning, middle or end of a history topic or unit. Can be done in an hour but better over two, contains starter and plenary. Made for KS2 but accessible to more able KS1 and less able KS3
EYFS or KS1 Phonics ue Sound. A Complete Engaging and Flexible Lesson
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EYFS or KS1 Phonics ue Sound. A Complete Engaging and Flexible Lesson

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This complete lesson teaches children all about the ue sound. A thought provoking starter is followed by a teaching input including a video and a variety of engaging and interactive activities that make the learning fun and memorable for the children. The included worksheet begins with handwriting practice of the sound and some relevant words, followed by a reading and writing exercise and completed with an open ended activity. A final plenary-style game is suggested as well as an actual plenary that consolidates the learning, resulting in a flexible, engaging lesson full of variety. Suitable for an introduction or revision lesson.
Boys' Writing: The Ultimate Spaceship. Creative Writing or Big Writing VCOP + Audience Purpose Genre
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Boys' Writing: The Ultimate Spaceship. Creative Writing or Big Writing VCOP + Audience Purpose Genre

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Designed to engage and inspire boys to write but of course suitable for girls too! This lesson is a complete, engaging and imaginative, creative writing or Big Writing stimuli lesson that can be applied to many different writing genres. Children discuss ideas and then plan by answering the thought provoking questions which enable a wealth of ideas to be generated for the writing. Planning sheet has space for 5 sense descriptions, VCOP elements and purpose, audience and genre notes to help meet the new 2014 curriculum. Starter activity plus 2 widths of line guides/writing sheets included plus optional paragraph planning sheet, custom art sheet and self-assessment plenary activity mean that this lesson's length is flexible and could easily last for 2 hours if you wanted it to and comes with 3 different options for delivery over 1,2 or 3 lessons. Lesson is aimed at KS2 but can be used for more able KS1, or KS3 as it is differentiated by outcome.
KS2 Shang Dynasty of Ancient China - Engaging Inspiring Independent Learning Time Detectives
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KS2 Shang Dynasty of Ancient China - Engaging Inspiring Independent Learning Time Detectives

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This fantastic, fun, challenging, cross-curricula lesson is packed with learning and has elements of: computing, history, writing and speaking and listening, built into a lesson centred around independent learning and research. Children will be using and applying the historical learning they acquire creatively, as they work through the challenges of the lesson. An optional competitive element, combined with the fun of potentially becoming a Time Detective (and earning a Time Detective badge) create added motivation and increased engagement towards the learning. Children research in a holistic way building up a bigger picture of life the time period and then present their creations providing you with an assessment opportunity and a chance to decide the winners. The lesson ideal for either the beginning, middle or end of a history topic or unit. Can be done in an hour but better over two, contains starter and plenary. Made for KS2 but accessible to more able KS1 and less able KS3