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We are a team of two sisters who specialise in primary education. We are determined to create resources of the highest standard that can be used without further preparation. Our lessons and assemblies have been designed to challenge children of all levels within a creative, engaging and inspiring context. Explore our shop to find lesson packs for languages, art and religious education, plans for assemblies and numerous high-quality resources to help you teach phonics, mathematics and literacy

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We are a team of two sisters who specialise in primary education. We are determined to create resources of the highest standard that can be used without further preparation. Our lessons and assemblies have been designed to challenge children of all levels within a creative, engaging and inspiring context. Explore our shop to find lesson packs for languages, art and religious education, plans for assemblies and numerous high-quality resources to help you teach phonics, mathematics and literacy
Italian Christmas lesson and resources
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Italian Christmas lesson and resources

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This is a Christmas plan and resources for a beginner’s Italian lesson to use with KS2. It involves children learning the vocabulary for ‘Happy Christmas,’ as well as six decorations in Italian. The plan gives details of a whole class game to use as a starter, how to teach the vocabulary, a paired reading activity, whole class listening activity, a writing activity and plenary game. It is highly interactive and allows children to practise a range of language skills. All resources needed for the lesson are included in the price. These are in the zip file and are: Lesson Plan (4 page PDF) An 11 slide animated PowerPoint presentation (This is not editable. Please click ‘Read Only’ to open) Resources for paired activity (4 pages PDF colour and black & white) Written activity (3 pages PDF colour and black & white and answers) You might also be interested in our beginners Italian lessons. Beginner Italian 3 units : 15 lessons
Christmas in the Americas comprehension - Year 3 and 4
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Christmas in the Americas comprehension - Year 3 and 4

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This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for lower key stage 2, perfect for using in the run up to Christmas. There are three differentiated fact and answer sheets on Christmas in the Americas. This includes Argentina, Brazil, Jamaica and the USA. It is based on a mixture of the KS1 and KS2 SATs reading papers. There are a range of 'what, ’ ‘where,’ ‘how’ and ‘why’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets. PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
Christmas around the world - Comprehension bundle - Year 3 and 4
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Christmas around the world - Comprehension bundle - Year 3 and 4

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A bundle of three non-fiction comprehensions on Christmas on three different continents. Perfect for using with 7-9 year olds. Each booklet is differentiated three ways and contains a wide range of questions, including some multiple choice and some that require longer answers. The three booklets in this bundle are: Christmas in Australia Christmas in the Americas Christmas in Europe PDF file format and editable Microsoft Word format included in the price.
The Wise Men (Epiphany) - Christmas Story Comprehension - Year 6
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The Wise Men (Epiphany) - Christmas Story Comprehension - Year 6

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This resource is a comprehension activity based on the year 6 reading comprehension SATs paper. The comprehension text covers the part of the Christmas story when the Wise Men visit Jesus. I have rewritten the Bible story to resemble the style of the SATs reading paper. There is a reading booklet of 3 pages (around 1000 words), followed by 4 pages of questions, which are based on last year’s paper. There is also a mark scheme. I have included 3 differentiated levels. The Higher Ability level is similar to the SATs paper, whilst the Middle Ability and Lower Ability use slightly simplified wording in the reading and question booklet and could also be used by year 5s. PDF file format. You might also be interested in our presentation on the story of Epiphany and our KS2 RE lesson on Epiphany: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/christmas-story-presentation-three-wise-men-visit-jesus-three-kings-epiphany-11729975 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/epiphany-re-lesson-the-wise-men-visit-jesus-ks2-11731646
Polish Christmas lesson and resources
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Polish Christmas lesson and resources

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This is a Christmas lesson plan and resources for a beginner’s Polish lesson to use with KS2. It involves children learning the vocabulary for ‘Happy Christmas,’ as well as six decorations in Polish. The plan gives details of a whole class game to use as a starter, how to teach the vocabulary (including how to pronounce trickier words), a paired reading activity, whole class listening activity, a writing activity and plenary. It is highly interactive and allows children to practise a range of language skills. All resources needed for the lesson are included in the price. These are in the zip file and are: Lesson Plan (4 page PDF) An 11 page animated PowerPoint presentation - This is not editable. Click ‘Read Only’ to open. Sheets for the paired reading activity (4 pages PDF) - A colour and black & white version are included Written activity (3 pages PDF) - A colour and black & white version and answers are included You might be interested in: Polish lesson and resources - Greetings
Christmas in Australia Comprehension - Year 3 and 4
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Christmas in Australia Comprehension - Year 3 and 4

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This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for lower key stage 2, perfect for using in the run up to Christmas. There are three differentiated fact sheets on Christmas in Australia, with differentiated questions. It is based on a mixture of the KS1 and KS2 SATs reading papers. There are a range of 'what, ’ ‘when,’ ‘how’ and ‘why’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets. PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
Year 6 Christmas Story Comprehension Bundle
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Year 6 Christmas Story Comprehension Bundle

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A bundle of four comprehension booklets which tell the Christmas story. The texts and questions are aimed at year 6 and are based on the year 6 SATS reading paper. In each booklet there are three pages of text and four pages of questions. Each text and answer booklet is differentiated three ways. The Christmas story is split into the following sections: The Annunciation The birth of Jesus The shepherds visit Jesus The Wise Men visit Jesus The booklets could also be used for year five, due to the differentiation. PDF file format and editable Microsoft Word format included in the price.
What happens in the winter? - Comprehension - Year 2
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What happens in the winter? - Comprehension - Year 2

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This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for year 2. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels. There are a range of ‘what,’ ‘when’ and ‘why’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page. This comprehension is all about what happens around us in the winter. It covers daylight hours, weather, plants and animals.
French Fruit and Vegetables lesson and resources
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French Fruit and Vegetables lesson and resources

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This is a plan and resources for a beginner’s French lesson to use with KS2. It involves children learning the vocabulary for different fruit and vegetables in French. The plan could be used for an individual lesson, or as part of a food unit. The plan gives details of a paired game to use as a starter, how to teach the vocabulary, a group speaking activity, a reading game, a written activity and a paired plenary. It is highly interactive and allows children to practise a range of language skills. Resources needed for the lesson are included in the price. These are: Lesson Plan (PDF) - 5 pages An animated PowerPoint presentation - 11 slides (This is not editable. Please click ‘Read Only’ to open.) 2 x resources for reading activity (PDF) - 4 pages (Colour and Black & White) Templates for the Written activity (PDF) - 2 pages (Colour and Black & White) Please note: You will need a few chopped up fruits and vegetables for the lesson. Details are included in the plan This plan is Blossoming Minds’ Lesson 1 Unit 4 French, but can be used individually. You might be interested in Units 1-3: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11769397
Beginner Spanish / 15 lessons
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Beginner Spanish / 15 lessons

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This is a bundle of 15 Spanish lessons, perfect for using with absolute beginners. They are aimed at KS2. The Lessons are: Lesson 1 - Greetings Lesson 2 - Emotions and Feelings Lesson 3 - Greetings for different times of day Lesson 4 - Introducing Yourself Lesson 5 - Where you live (countries) Lesson 6 - Numbers Lesson 7 - How old are you? Lesson 8 - Colours Lesson 9 - What do I look like? (eye and hair colour) Lesson 10 - Describing myself (height and size) Lesson 11 - Family Members Lesson 12 - Clothing Lesson 13 - Pets Lesson 14 - Pet Descriptions Lesson 15 - All About Me Revision The plans (pdfs) all give details of a starter, how to teach the new vocabulary, followed by a combination of listening activities, speaking activities, reading/writing activities and a plenary. Each lesson is highly interactive and allows children to practise a range of language skills. All resources needed for the lessons are included in the price. This includes a PowerPoint for each containing the new vocabulary. The PowerPoint presentations are not editable. Click the ‘Read Only’ button to open them. Some of the images only appear when the PowerPoints are played as slideshows with the animations. In total there are 218 pages of lesson plans, games and worksheets (pdfs) and 226 slides of animated PowerPoints. All of the lessons are in zip files. No further preparation needed. This is Units 1, 2 and 3 Spanish designed by Blossoming Minds. (These lessons are also available as individual lessons or as smaller units.) ***Fantastic value***
French Transport lesson and resources
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French Transport lesson and resources

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This is a plan and resources for a beginner’s French lesson to use with KS2. It involves children learning the vocabulary for different forms of transport. The plan could be used for an individual lesson, or as part of a longer holidays/vacations unit. The plan gives details of a game for a starter, how to teach the vocabulary, a whole class speaking and listening game, a reading activity, a written activity and a plenary. The written activity is split into 2 differentiated levels. The lesson is highly interactive and allows children to practise a range of language skills. I have also included a version of the written activity for Google Slides if you would like your class to complete it on a tablet or computer. To do this both you and the children need internet access and Google accounts. You can choose to use either the printed or digital worksheets. All resources needed for the lesson are included in the price. These are in the zip file and are: Lesson Plan (pdf) 5 pages An 11 slide animated PowerPoint presentation (This is not editable. Click ‘Read Only’ to open.) Resources for reading activity (pdf) (1 page) Written worksheet (pdf) 7 pages (split into 3 levels) colour and black & white and answers A downloadable pdf file that includes links to make copies of the Google Slides version of the written worksheet. This is optional. You can choose to use the printed worksheets instead. (pdf) 2 pages. There are 8 Google Slides split into 2 levels. This is Lesson 2, Unit 6 by Blossoming Minds, but can be used individually. You might be interested in: Beginner French 25 Lesson Bundle
Christmas Assembly Bundle
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Christmas Assembly Bundle

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A bundle of 5 Christmas assembly plans, each accompanied by a PowerPoint with facts or a story. All 5 plans (pdfs) are clear and simple, so are perfect for using at the last-minute. The assemblies are interactive and relevant to the children’s lives. They involve children listening to anecdotes, acting out different scenarios, having discussions with partners and feeding back ideas. Each plan also contains an example prayer or reflection to finish with. The following assemblies are included in the bundle: Advent Angel Gabriel visits Mary (Annunciation) The birth of Jesus The shepherds visit Jesus The Wise Men visit Jesus (Epiphany) In total there are 19 pages of assembly plans and 105 slides of animated PowerPoints. The PowerPoints are not editable. Click ‘Read Only’ to open. Some of the images are only revealed when the PowerPoints are played as slideshows with the animations. No further preparation needed.
Christmas Assembly : The shepherds visit Jesus
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Christmas Assembly : The shepherds visit Jesus

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This is a plan for a Christmas assembly on the shepherds visiting Jesus, with a focus on giving thoughtful gifts. There is an attached PowerPoint with the story to help you make the assembly more visual. The plan is easy to follow, so is perfect for using at the last minute! I like leading assemblies that are interactive, engaging and relevant to the children’s lives. So this assembly involves an anecdote linked to Christmas today. There is a lot of opportunity for children to think about their own experiences and to feedback. There is also an example prayer/reflection to finish with. All the resources needed are included in the zip file: 4 page PDF assembly plan 21 slide animated PowerPoint presentation (This is not editable. Click ‘Read Only’ to open. Some of the images are only revealed when the PowerPoint is played as a slideshow with the animations.) No further preparation needed. The PowerPoint is also available separately and with our KS1 and KS2 lesson plans: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11729266 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/christmas-re-lesson-the-shepherds-visit-jesus-ks1-11731759 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks2-christmas-re-lesson-the-shepherds-visit-jesus-11731513
French Lesson and Resources - Travelling to school
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French Lesson and Resources - Travelling to school

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This is a plan and resources for a French lesson to use with KS2. It involves children learning the vocabulary for how to travel to school in French. The plan could be used for an individual lesson, or as part of a longer schools unit. The plan gives details of a starter, how to teach the vocabulary, a speaking and listening activity, a speaking and listening game, a writing activity and a plenary. It is highly interactive and allows children to practise a range of language skills. Resources needed for the lesson are included in the price. These are: Plan A PowerPoint presentation Speaking and Listening resource Writing worksheet (This plan is Lesson 4, Unit 7 by Blossoming Minds, but can be used as an individual plan.)
French lesson and resources - Places around town / en ville
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French lesson and resources - Places around town / en ville

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This is a plan and resources for a French lesson to use with KS2. It involves children learning the vocabulary for different places around town French. For example, the supermarket or church. The plan could be used for an individual lesson, or as part of a longer ‘my town’ unit. The plan gives details of a singing starter, how to teach the vocabulary, a whole class listening game, a speaking activity, a writing activity and a plenary. It is highly interactive and allows children to practise a range of language skills. Resources needed for the lesson are included in the price. These are: Plan A PowerPoint presentation Resources for listening and speaking activities Writing worksheet (This plan is Lesson 2, Unit 8 by Blossoming Minds, but can be used as an individual plan.)
French lesson and resources - Describing a Scene
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French lesson and resources - Describing a Scene

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This is a plan and resources for a French lesson to use with KS2. It involves children learning the French vocabulary for describing different scenes, such as cities or snowy mountains. The plan could be used for an individual lesson, or as part of a longer ‘my town’ unit. The children should have some prior knowledge of colours and types of buildings and homes before teaching this lesson. The plan gives details of a starter, how to teach the vocabulary, a whole class listening activity, a speaking activity, a writing activity and a plenary. It is highly interactive and allows children to practise a range of language skills. Resources needed for the lesson are included in the price. These are: Plan A PowerPoint presentation Resources for listening and speaking activities Writing worksheet (This plan is Lesson 5, Unit 8 by Blossoming Minds, but can be used as an individual plan.)
French 5 lesson bundle - My Town - Ma Ville
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French 5 lesson bundle - My Town - Ma Ville

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This is a 5 lesson French unit for KS2. It teaches children vocabulary around the theme of ‘My Town.’ The topics covered include types of home, landmarks around town, directions, environments and describing a scene. The plans all give details of a starter, how to teach the new vocabulary, followed by a combination of listening activities, speaking activities, reading/writing activities and plenary. Each lesson is highly interactive and allows children to practise a range of language skills. All resources needed for the lessons are included in the price. This includes a PowerPoint for each containing the new vocabulary. These PowerPoints are not editable. Please click ‘Read Only’ to open. Some images only appear when the PowerPoints are played with the animations. (This unit could be combined with other Blossoming Minds’ French units. This is unit 8 in the sequence.)
Countries Comprehension Bundle - Year 1 and 2
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Countries Comprehension Bundle - Year 1 and 2

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This pack contains six comprehension activities based around the theme of European countries. Perfect for a mixed year 1/2 class. 3 of the comprehensions are aimed at year 1. Each comprehension has a short piece of text and five simple questions. There is also an accompanying PowerPoint for each to help you introduce the texts to your year 1s. 3 of the comprehensions are aimed at year 2. Each comprehension is based on the year 2 SATs reading paper and is differentiated 3 ways. The following topics are included: France Germany Spain PDF file format and editable Microsoft Word format included in the price.
Mardi Gras comprehension - Year 2 SATs style
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Mardi Gras comprehension - Year 2 SATs style

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This resource is a set of non-fiction comprehension booklets for year 2 all about Mardi Gras, the history of Mardi Gras and the celebrations in New Orleans . There are 3 differentiated levels. The booklets are based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and answers are included. There are a range of ‘what’ and ‘where’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures with short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page. PDF file format.
Winter activities - Comprehension - Year 2
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Winter activities - Comprehension - Year 2

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This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for year 2. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels. There are a range of ‘how,’ ‘what,’ ‘when’ and ‘who’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page. This comprehension is all about what activities children can do in the winter. It covers building snowmen, making bonfires and celebrating different festivals.