The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
Ignite your students’ creativity and problem-solving skills with this exciting, newly redesigned Moon Buggy Design and Technology unit! Perfect for KS1 or KS2, this comprehensive resource takes your class on a journey from initial design concepts to the thrilling moment of testing their very own moon buggies.
What’s Included:
★ 6 Engaging Lessons: Step-by-step lesson plans aligned with the D&T curriculum, guiding students through the entire design and construction process.
★ 6 Interactive PowerPoints: Visually stimulating presentations to introduce key concepts, inspire creativity, and support learning.
★ Teacher Guide & Instructions: Detailed guidance and tips for a smooth and successful teaching experience.
★ Action Plan Statements: Differentiated support for low-ability learners, helping them organize their ideas and plan their builds.
★ Example Pictures: Inspire students with real-world examples of moon buggies and design possibilities.
★ 8 Design Worksheets: Provide a structured framework for brainstorming, sketching, and refining designs, with a differentiated version for low-ability learners.
Key Learning Objectives:
★ Identify key features of existing moon buggies
★ Design three different moon buggies and identify the most suitable design
★ Identify the design criteria that are important when making a moon buggy
★ Order steps to create an action plan and list the resources needed
★ Use different skills to make a quality finished vehicle
★ Test and evaluate the effectiveness of the finished moon buggies
Why Choose This Resource?
★ Hands-On Learning: Students actively engage in the design and construction process, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
★ Curriculum-Aligned: Meets the national curriculum objectives for Design and Technology, ensuring a valuable learning experience.
★ Differentiated: Includes support for a range of abilities, ensuring all students can participate and succeed.
★ Teacher-Friendly: Clear instructions and resources make it easy to implement, even for those new to teaching D&T.
I★ nspiring and Fun: Captures students’ imaginations and sparks a passion for STEM subjects.
Launch your students’ learning into orbit with this out-of-this-world Moon Buggy D&T unit!
Ideal for: KS1, KS2, Design and Technology, STEM, engineering, problem-solving, creativity, space exploration, space, theme, topic.
These spooky day of the week labels are brilliant to give your drawers a scare! I use these labels to organise my worksheets and resources into each day of the week so that I can quickly grab and go.
PDF and JPEG format are included.
They are frighteningly easy to attach - either use Sellotape or sticky back plastic to secure.
Included:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday labels
Next week label
This resource is non-editable. There is an editable version here:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12733532
A great way to turn your classroom into something OUT OF THIS WORLD! This classroom decor set lets you jazz your classroom up in style with a range of resources, some of them editable for you to adapt to your class.
This brilliant galaxy inspired set includes:
Binder covers (including teacher binder, NQT/ECT folder, assessment, pupil progress and more)
Two different types of bunting
Days of the week
Drawer labels
Editable labels
Alphabet letters
Months of the year
Numbers
Schedule (a visual timetable)
Table names
Voice level-o-meter
Welcome signs (all years, American and English)
Perfect for creating a display in the summer, this freebie lettering set includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers and some punctuation too.
Uploaded in PDF format.
Perfect for creating a display about animals, this freebie lettering set includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers and some punctuation too.
Uploaded in PDF format.
Perfect for creating a display about a 1980s topic, this freebie lettering set includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers and some punctuation too.
Uploaded in PDF format.
Enhance your KS1 art curriculum with this engaging African Art Unit consisting of 5 outstanding lessons, suitable for KS1 and lower KS2. These lessons foster creativity, tidy skills, and various art techniques.
What’s included:
★ Detailed PowerPoints and lesson plans for each session.
★ Examples of display pictures for inspiration.
Key Objectives:
★ Explore different lines and pencil pressures while setting a standard for high-quality work in sketchbooks.
★ Recap the importance of an organised workspace and resource care.
★ Develop skills in powder paint mixing and painting.
★ Create captivating collages using a variety of materials, focusing on texture and pattern.
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Elevate your art lessons with this comprehensive African Art Unit for KS1 and lower KS2.
Explore Judaism and The Torah with this comprehensive 5-lesson resource pack for Religious Education (RE) classes. Each lesson includes detailed plans, interactive PowerPoints, and relevant worksheets/resources. Lessons cover topics such as synagogue significance, Torah teachings, the Talmud’s role, Jewish home features, and the importance of the mezuzah. Engage students in understanding Jewish values, rituals, and cultural identity. This resource aids educators in delivering engaging RE content effectively.
Lesson 1: Understanding the Synagogue and the Torah’s Role
Discover the significance of the synagogue in Jewish worship and unravel the importance of The Torah in guiding daily lives. This lesson introduces students to the sacred components of the synagogue and explores the connection between worship and daily living. Engaging discussions and multimedia resources facilitate a comprehensive understanding.
Lesson 2: Embracing Torah Teachings and Values
In this lesson, students delve into key teachings from The Torah, including the Ten Commandments and ethical principles. Engage in interactive discussions on how these teachings shape Jewish values and practices. Students will explore the impact of Torah teachings on their daily lives and reflect on their significance within the community.
Lesson 3: Unveiling the Tenakh and the Role of the Talmud
Navigate the intricacies of the Tenakh’s three sections: Torah, Nevi’ism, and Ketuvim. Gain insights into the importance of The Torah in Jewish life and the role of the Talmud in interpreting and applying these teachings. Through engaging activities and discussions, students explore the depth of Jewish teachings and their practical application.
Lesson 4: The Essence of a Jewish Home and the Mezuzah’s Significance
Discover the heartwarming world of Jewish homes, as students explore key features such as the mezuzah, Shabbat traditions, and kosher practices. Unpack the symbolism behind the mezuzah and its integration into daily life. A creative design activity allows students to envision their own Jewish homes, fostering deeper connections to cultural traditions.
Lesson 5: Jewish Home Traditions: Integrating Values and Rituals
Embark on a captivating exploration of Jewish traditions within the home. Students will delve into the significance of Jewish values and rituals, discovering how they enrich family life. Engaging visuals and stories illustrate the connection between traditions and daily routines. Students will conclude the lesson with a profound understanding of cultural identity integration.
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Want a simple way to kick off the first week back after Christmas? Start your Spring term the right way with these four English lessons that guide children through the basics of writing a diary entry and using coordinating conjunctions to extend their sentences. They will retell their Christmas Day through diary writing. These lessons have also been adapted so that they can be used with children who do not celebrate Christmas - they can recount another day of the holidays.
This unit includes PowerPoints, differentiated resources and detailed lesson plans to make your first week back as easy as possible.
Lesson 1: Using coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS)
Lesson 2: Features of a diary entry
Lesson 3: Planning a diary entry (through verbal drama activities and planning sheets)
Lesson 4: Writing a short diary entry
Resources included:
4 lesson plans
4 PowerPoints
Starter task - full stops
Lower ability task - using and, but and so
Lower ability task - answers
Middle ability task - joining main clauses with for, and, but, or, yet and so
Higher ability task - joining simple sentences with for, and, now, but, or, yet and so
Diary features
3 diary plans (LA, MA, HA)
LA Writing template
Starter task - co-ordinating conjunctions
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Discover the enchanting world of mythical creatures through this engaging and comprehensive art unit. Our Mythical Creatures Art Unit consists of five outstanding lessons that will inspire creativity, enhance artistic skills, and encourage critical thinking. Designed for students to explore their imagination, this unit focuses on designing, sketching, modelling, and painting mythical creatures.
In Lesson 1, students will embark on a captivating journey by designing their own mythical creature. They will unleash their creativity and utilize their artistic skills to bring their unique creature to life. Through peer feedback and improvement, students will provide constructive criticism and make improvements to their partner’s mythical creature drawing. Finally, they will create a final sketch of their own mythical creature, incorporating improvements and adding vibrant colours using pencil crayons.
In Lesson 2, students will delve into the technical aspects of design by transforming their sketches into blueprint designs. They will learn to use bold lines and avoid shading to create accurate and proportionate blueprint designs of their mythical creatures. This lesson will challenge their attention to detail and precision in technical drawing.
Lesson 3 introduces the tactile experience of working with clay to bring the mythical creatures to life. Students will shape basic forms using clay and explore different techniques to create their desired shapes. They will learn how to join clay pieces securely, ensuring the durability of their clay models. The lesson also emphasizes the application of descriptive language as students brainstorm and share adjectives that describe their creature’s appearance, behavior, and other characteristics.
In Lesson 4, students will add vibrant colors and intricate patterns to their clay models. They will discuss and select appropriate colors and patterns, considering the characteristics of their mythical creatures. Applying the first layer of paint with precision and attention to details, students will bring their models to life. The lesson encourages creativity and critical thinking in color selection and pattern design.
Finally, in Lesson 5, students will finalize their clay models by adding details, layering patterns, and covering any grey patches. They will evaluate their project by completing an evaluation sheet, answering thoughtful and honest questions. This self-reflection activity encourages students to assess their own work and provides an opportunity for growth and improvement.
This Mythical Creatures Art Unit is a comprehensive and engaging resource that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and artistic skills. It is suitable for art classes, homeschooling, or any learning environment that aims to inspire imagination and artistic expression. Grab this resource now and embark on an exciting journey into the realm of mythical creatures!
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Get ready for The Aztecs! These 10 outstanding history and geography lessons are the perfect way to teach your children all about the Aztecs over a half term or term. This unit is packed with 46 files!
Children will begin with where and when the Aztecs lived to using real-life artefacts to discover more. Packed with exciting videos and resources, this unit comes fully resourced and planned with detailed lesson plans provided for each lesson.
Created by an experienced humanities subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2.
Children will find out about:
When and where they lived
Aztec artefacts
Aztec artefacts
Everyday life
Aztec Gods
Tenochtitlan (Aztec capital city)
Aztec clothing
Sacrifices
Designing an Aztec chocolate bar
Aztec diet
Resources included:
★ x10 PowerPoints
★ x10 Lesson Plans
★ Starter assessment
★ Blank map of Mexico worksheet
★ Complete map of Mexico
★ Timeline worksheet
★ Timeline answers sheet
★ Civilisation video notes worksheet
★ Video about Aztec civilisations
★ Artefact pictures
★ Artefact teacher notes
★ Artefact discussion questions
★ Solving mysteries video
★ Artefact pictures and information sheets
★ Artefacts worksheet
★ 25 Facts about Aztecs video
★ Aztec Empire video
★ x2 Everyday Aztec life texts
★ Fact file template
★ Note taking sheet
★ x2 differentiated Aztec gods worksheets
★ Aztec gods information sheet
★ Aztec gods fact table
★ Aztec gods note taking sheet
★ Aztec gods Top Trumps template
★ Top 10 Aztec gods facts sheet
★ Life in Tenochtitlan information sheets
★ Tenochtitlan maps
★ Life in Tenochtitlan video
★ Clothing fact sheets
★ Clothing worksheet
★ Aztec fashion video
★ Discussion sentence starters mat
★ Chocolate bar design sheet
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Bring some Christmas joy to your classroom with these 5 Christmas Reading Lessons! Perfect for the last week of term or spread out across the Autumn term, these lessons are perfect to bring excitement to your classroom.
These lessons are based on the text Haunted Christmas by S. E. Schlosser, which has been divided up in small sections to be able to evaluate and discuss. Slightly spooky, these lessons are suitable for KS2.
In the PowerPoint, there are visual pictures to represent the key vocabulary for each day.
Resources included:
x5 lesson plans
PowerPoint with images for each lesson
Comprehension questions
Haunted Christmas text - divided into sections
Lesson 1: L.O. To describe my first impressions of the story.
Lesson 2: L.O. To predict what might happen next in the story.
Lesson 3: L.O. To use drama to consider the emotions and feelings of the characters
Lesson 4: L.O. To create my own questions about the text.
Lesson 5: L.O. To use drama to consider the emotions and feelings of the characters
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Spread festive cheer while reinforcing key maths concepts with this downloadable pack of 10 Christmas-themed worksheets for Year 5 students.
Activities cover a range of skills:
Problem solving: Santa’s sacks, Christmas party planning, Twelve Days of Christmas challenges.
Fractions: Fun with the Twelve Days of Christmas.
Multiplication: Navigate Christmas-themed times table mazes.
Algebra: Solve Christmas present-themed word problems.
Spatial Reasoning: Coordinate games to keep the festive cheer flowing.
Real-world application: Calculate Christmas postage costs.
Differentiation included:
Varied difficulty levels cater to a range of abilities (easier and harder versions for some activities).
Answer sheets provided for most activities (except Christmas party planning, as solutions may vary).
This resource aligns with the National Curriculum for KS2.
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A range of maths activities for KS2 for the last week of term before Christmas. Includes:
Christmas Fractions
Christmas word problems (differentiated)
Santa deliveries
Christmas party budgeting
Fully planned
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A freebie Christmas crossword and Christmas Codeword puzzle sheet! Comes with answer sheet.
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A free Christmas quiz presentation set into three rounds with ten questions each. Answers provided at the end. A good fun time-filler activity for the end of the term.
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Back to school! Get their mouths watering with these numbered pizzas. 1-100, these are perfect for a food themed classroom, display and role play. Make a number line or count up in 2s, 5s, 10s etc. by selecting the pages.
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Back to school! Numbers 0-100 on zebras - these are perfect for a zebra themed classroom, display or role play. Also suitable for jungle or animal themes. Make a number line or count up in 2s, 5s, 10s etc. by selecting the pages.
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Back to school! Get their mouths watering with these numbered burgers. 1-100, these are perfect for a food themed classroom, display and role play. Make a number line or count up in 2s, 5s, 10s etc. by selecting the pages to print.