This is a topic/ theme overview designed to act as a stimulus when planning a topic for KS2 about the 1960s. To get the best out of this resource teachers should select from each area to meet the needs of their class and then produce their own planning as required by their school. The overview suggest ideas and resources but it is not a set of lesson plans and activities ; just the kernel of ideas for teachers to use and put their stamp on. Not all of the suggestions should be included in one topic, just those deemed to achieve the objectives selected by the teacher. Page 1 consists of: reading suggestions for subject knowledge and books to use with children; visit ideas; relevant websites; topic hooks and a list of prominent people Page 2 consists of: ideas for English, Maths, Science, History and Geography Page 3 consists of: ideas for Foundation subjects Also included are questions to Investigate and a vocabulary pack.

An adaptable PowerPoint which includes writing activities in a realistic and relevant context.

A pack of key vocabulary for Place Value for Y6; ideal for working walls to support accurate use of mathematical language.

A bank of Sometimes, Always, Never Statements for Y3 Fractions. A great way to assess conceptual understanding and identify misconceptions. Stimulates reasoning and problem-solving too.

A bank of Sometimes, Always, Never Statements for Y4 Decimals. A great way to assess conceptual understanding and identify misconceptions. Stimulates reasoning and problem-solving too.

Writing Workshops use high quality images, discussion prompts, text to evaluate and a WAGOLL to model writing detailed description of setting. Great to discuss images, develop vocabulary and create word banks in the lead up to a piece of writing. The PowerPoint is a flexible resource for teachers to tailor to suit their class.

Reading skills - simple text retrieval from sentences to help children use the SQUINT technique. Part of a series of PowerPoints.

Reading skills - simple text retrieval uses images to help children understand that the answer is right in front of them The first in a series of PowerPoints.

Reading skills - simple text retrieval from paragraphs to help children use the SQUINT technique. Part of a series of PowerPoints.

Y3 Addition and Subtraction : Spot the Mistake. A series of slides show deliberate errors in written calculations for children to spot, explain and then re perform to find the correct answer. Great to assess understanding and highlight misconceptions. Widely used in daily Maths meetings.

Y5 Addition and Subtraction : Spot the Mistake. A series of slides show deliberate errors in written calculations for children to spot, explain and then re perform to find the correct answer. Great to assess understanding and highlight misconceptions. Widely used in daily Maths meetings.

A pack of 2 sets of Multiplication written calculations with missing digit. Each set has 10 sheets, Answers provided. Great to secure the understanding of the process of multiplication facts and written methods Uses problem-solving skills.

A series of 7 reasoning and problem-solving questions about Y4 multiplication and division. Based on Y6 SATs questions from prior year groups objectives. Answers provided.

Chapter by chapter reading, writing and GPS activities which include: reading comprehension; character analysis; vocabulary work and drama. There are great ideas for writing and other curriculum subjects. Fully-resourced - includes 33 files.

Chapter by chapter reading, writing and GPS activities. Includes - Reading Comprehension; Character Analysis; Vocabulary Work; Drama ideas and links to all National Curriculum subjects. Fully-resourced - 69 files.

Chapter by chapter reading, writing and GPS activities. Includes - Reading Comprehension; Character Analysis; Vocabulary Work; Drama ideas and links to all National Curriculum subjects. Fully-resourced - includes 22 files.

This is a topic/ theme overview designed to act as a stimulus when planning a topic for KS2 about the USA. To get the best out of this resource teachers should select from each area to meet the needs of their class and then produce their own planning as required by their school. The overview suggest ideas and resources but it is not a set of lesson plans and activities ; just the kernel of ideas for teachers to use and put their stamp on. Not all of the suggestions should be included in one topic, just those deemed to achieve the objectives selected by the teacher. Page 1 consists of: reading suggestions for subject knowledge and books to use with children; visit ideas; relevant websites; topic hooks and a list of prominent people Page 2 consists of: ideas for English, Maths, Science, History and Geography Page 3 consists of: ideas for Foundation subjects Also included are questions to Investigate and a vocabulary pack. Also available: Holes by Louis Sachar Activity Pack and resources https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13108956

This is a topic/ theme overview designed to act as a stimulus when planning a topic for KS2 about Climate Change . To get the best out of this resource teachers should select from each area to meet the needs of their class and then produce their own planning as required by their school. The overview suggest ideas and resources but it is not a set of lesson plans and activities ; just the kernel of ideas for teachers to use and put their stamp on. Not all of the suggestions should be included in one topic, just those deemed to achieve the objectives selected by the teacher. Page 1 consists of: reading suggestions for subject knowledge and books to use with children; visit ideas; relevant websites; topic hooks and a list of prominent people Page 2 consists of: ideas for English, Maths, Science, History and Geography Page 3 consists of: ideas for Foundation subjects Also included are questions to Investigate and a vocabulary pack. Also available: The Last Bear Activity Pack and resources https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/the-last-bear-activity-pack-and-resources-12787587

This is a topic/ theme overview designed to act as a stimulus when planning a topic for KS2 about the Mountains. To get the best out of this resource teachers should select from each area to meet the needs of their class and then produce their own planning as required by their school. The overview suggest ideas and resources but it is not a set of lesson plans and activities ; just the kernel of ideas for teachers to use and put their stamp on. Not all of the suggestions should be included in one topic, just those deemed to achieve the objectives selected by the teacher. Page 1 consists of: reading suggestions for subject knowledge and books to use with children; visit ideas; relevant websites; topic hooks and a list of prominent people Page 2 consists of: ideas for English, Maths, Science, History and Geography Page 3 consists of: ideas for Foundation subjects Also included are questions to Investigate and a vocabulary pack.

This is a topic/ theme overview designed to act as a stimulus when planning a topic for KS2 about the River Nile. To get the best out of this resource teachers should select from each area to meet the needs of their class and then produce their own planning as required by their school. The overview suggest ideas and resources but it is not a set of lesson plans and activities ; just the kernel of ideas for teachers to use and put their stamp on. Not all of the suggestions should be included in one topic, just those deemed to achieve the objectives selected by the teacher. Page 1 consists of: reading suggestions for subject knowledge and books to use with children; visit ideas; relevant websites; topic hooks and a list of prominent people Page 2 consists of: ideas for English, Maths, Science, History and Geography Page 3 consists of: ideas for Foundation subjects Also included are questions to Investigate and a vocabulary pack.