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!
Enhance your geometry lessons with this set of 9 3D shapes posters, now available in English, Ukrainian, and phonetic Ukrainian translations. Each poster features clear diagrams of common 3D shapes, such as cubes, cones, spheres, and pyramids, alongside real-life examples to make learning more engaging. These posters are perfect for classroom displays or as teaching aids to support lessons on 3D shapes, their attributes (faces, edges, and vertices), and their real-world applications.
Ideal for KS1 and KS2, these posters cater to a range of learners, including those who speak Ukrainian or are learning the language. Whether you are teaching in an English-speaking classroom or supporting bilingual students, these posters provide a visually engaging way to teach foundational geometry concepts.
Included in this resource:
☆ 9 3D Shapes Posters in English, Ukrainian, and phonetic Ukrainian
☆ Clear diagrams and real-life examples of shapes like cube, cylinder, cone, pyramid, sphere, and more.
☆ Perfect for classroom display, interactive lessons, and supporting bilingual learners.
Keywords: 3D shapes, geometry, Ukrainian, bilingual, phonetic translation, primary classroom display, KS1, KS2, maths teaching resources, shapes properties, faces, edges, vertices.
This set of 9 3D shapes posters is perfect for classroom displays or as a visual teaching aid for KS1 and KS2 maths. Each poster features a clear diagram of a 3D shape alongside real-life examples, helping students connect mathematical concepts to the world around them. Shapes included are cube, cylinder, cone, square-based pyramid, triangular-based pyramid, sphere, hemisphere, cuboid, and triangular prism.
These posters are ideal for introducing or revising 3D shapes, supporting topics like geometry, properties of shapes, and spatial reasoning. The resource helps students identify key characteristics of each shape, such as faces, edges, and vertices, making it a versatile tool for visual learners.
Keywords: KS1 maths, KS2 maths, 3D shapes, geometry posters, cuboid, triangular prism, maths teaching resources, primary classroom display, Ofsted-ready.
Looking for a maths lesson that makes learning about money a breeze? You’ve found it! This lesson is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate your teaching prowess with activities that clearly show student progress.
Ideal for a reasoning-focused maths class, the interactive PowerPoint questions are designed to engage students across all skill levels. Rooted in the NCETM’s differentiation principles, this lesson encourages critical thinking and is outlined in the accompanying notes.
Whether you have 15 minutes or a full hour, this lesson’s flexibility has made it a hit for both interviews and Ofsted inspections.
Here’s what you’ll receive:
★ A standout lesson plan complete with mini-plenaries, tailored success criteria, and classroom management tips.
★ An interactive PowerPoint filled with thought-provoking mastery questions.
★ A double-sided worksheet featuring open-ended tasks that challenge students to consider various solutions.
Lesson objective: To master adding and subtracting money to resolve real-world problems.
Success Criteria:
🌶 Confidently add various amounts of money to calculate the total.
🌶🌶 Accurately determine the correct change.
🌶🌶🌶 Skillfully apply reasoning to justify your problem-solving approach.
This lesson is perfect for observations, Ofsted visits, NQTs, and fits right into the KS2 and LKS2 curriculum for Year 4 and Year 3 classes.
Elevate your maths teaching with this outstanding Year 3/4 Maths Reflection Interview Lesson. This comprehensive resource includes a pre-teaching assessment, a detailed lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, and a variety of tasks catering to different skill levels. From easy to challenging tasks, table challenges, extension activities, to a quiz, this lesson provides a wealth of adaptable resources for varying lesson durations.
Learning Objective:
I can reflect patterns and shapes in a mirror line.
Steps to Success:
★ Understanding Symmetry: Reflect patterns and shapes across a mirror line using symmetry principles.
★ Horizontal and Vertical Reflections: Skillfully reflect shapes in both horizontal and vertical mirror lines.
★ Tracing Proficiency: Utilize tracing paper to accurately reflect intricate patterns and shapes.
★ Mirror Verification: Apply a mirror to validate the correctness of reflections.
Resource Highlights:
★ Pre-teaching Assessment: Gauge students’ prior knowledge to tailor the lesson effectively.
★ Adaptable Tasks: Easy, medium, and harder tasks ensure inclusivity for all learners.
★ Extension Activities: Provide opportunities for further exploration and challenge.
★ Table Challenge: Foster collaborative learning with engaging table challenges.
★ Quiz: Evaluate understanding with a thought-provoking quiz.
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Empower your students’ rounding abilities with our comprehensive set of Blank Number Lines for Rounding. These invaluable resources are specifically designed to support students in developing a strong understanding of rounding by visually representing the numbers on a number line.
Our Blank Number Lines provide a clear and structured framework for students to practice rounding to the nearest whole number, decimal place, or any other specified rounding interval. Each number line is strategically designed to identify multiple points on either side of the given number, facilitating a more precise and accurate rounding process.
Using these blank templates, students can actively engage with the concept of rounding by placing the target number on the number line and identifying the closest whole number or decimal value based on the specified rounding criteria. This hands-on approach promotes a deeper comprehension of rounding principles and helps students visualize the relationship between numbers.
By utilizing these Blank Number Lines for Rounding, students will:
Develop a solid grasp of rounding techniques by locating numbers on a visual scale.
Enhance their ability to identify and distinguish numbers within a given interval.
Strengthen their understanding of how rounding impacts values at different decimal places.
Gain confidence in applying rounding principles to real-life scenarios.
Whether you’re teaching whole numbers, decimals, or more complex rounding concepts, our Blank Number Lines provide a versatile tool to support student learning at various levels. These printable resources are ideal for in-class exercises, homework assignments, maths centers, or individual practice.
Don’t let rounding become a challenge for your students. Empower them with the visual precision of Blank Number Lines for Rounding and witness their rounding skills flourish. Download this invaluable resource now and bring accuracy and confidence to your maths lessons!
Unlock the secret to rounding with our engaging Rounding Code Breaker Worksheet. Designed to reinforce the essential skill of rounding numbers to the nearest 10, 100, and 1000, this resource will challenge and delight your students as they crack the code to mathematical success!
This comprehensive worksheet provides students with a series of rounding problems that require them to apply their rounding skills to find the correct answers. As they work through each problem, they will decode hidden messages, adding an exciting twist to the learning experience.
With a variety of rounding scenarios, students will strengthen their ability to identify the appropriate place value and use rounding rules effectively. They will gain confidence in adjusting numbers to the nearest 10, 100, and 1000, while reinforcing their understanding of the rounding process.
To ensure success, the worksheet includes clear instructions and examples to guide students through each step of the code-breaking journey. Additionally, a separate answer sheet is provided, enabling students to check their work independently and reinforce their understanding.
This Rounding Code Breaker Worksheet is perfect for independent practice, homework assignments, or as an engaging activity for early finishers. It allows students to apply their rounding skills in a fun and meaningful way, keeping them motivated and eager to solve the next code!
Equip your students with the essential rounding skills they need for future mathematical success. Download our Rounding Code Breaker Worksheet today and make rounding an exciting adventure in your classroom!
This A4 PDF contains a blank clock (without numbers) and an hour and minute hand to stick on and use. You could also add them using a split pin and laminate so that children have their own clock to use for a low cost. Brilliant for role play or learning to tell the time.
ks1 ks2 maths clock telling the time
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A great addition to any classroom, these labels have been created with real life photographs to help develop children’s vocabulary and allow older children to independently access classroom resources whilst learning a new language.
I have also previously used these labels to help children with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities). It allows them to be able to practise their English whilst being able to identify where items are that are hidden away in drawers, helping to ease anxiety of a new classroom.
These labels are bright and colourful which will look great in any classroom.
Also included are maths resource labels perfect for a maths cupboard or area in a classroom. A fantastic purchase for any maths subject leader.
Included in this download are the labels in printable PDF format in a range of sizes including:
One to a page
Two to a page
Four to a page
Six to a page
Also available:
32 Primary Maths Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12725980
130 English General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12725759
124 Ukrainian General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12725988
123 French General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12725992
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A set of colourful maths resource labels with real photographs representing the items. Brilliant for maths subject leaders and class teachers.
These labels are also great for children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) or EAL (English as an Additional Language) and helps build language development lower down the primary school.
Included in this download are the labels in printable PDF format in a range of sizes including:
One to a page
Two to a page
Four to a page
Six to a page
Also available:
130 General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12725759
Classroom Resource Label Bundle: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12726035
123 French General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12725992
124 Ukrainian General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12725988
This outstanding-rated maths lesson on ordering decimals and fractions is perfect for Upper Key Stage 2 (Year 5 and Year 6) students. Designed for a 30-minute to 1-hour session, this lesson includes a PowerPoint presentation, fluency exercises, and differentiated activities to cater to varying skill levels. It covers essential skills such as converting between fractions and decimals, comparing values, and ordering them correctly.
Students will engage with fluency, reasoning, problem-solving, and mastery tasks, making this an excellent resource for building confidence in decimals and fractions. Ideal for Ofsted observations, NQT lessons, or as part of a structured maths curriculum. Visit my shop to explore complementary lessons in this series.
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An outstanding rated maths lesson based around ordering and comparing decimals including reasoning and mastery. Ideal for a 30 minute - 1 hour lesson.
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When you purchase this product, you will receive a detailed 5-lesson unit designed to introduce Year 3 and Year 4 students to the foundational steps of addition. The unit includes differentiated tasks for each lesson (mild, spicy, and hot), catering to diverse learning needs. You’ll also find a pre- and post-assessment to track students’ progression throughout the unit. The lessons cover concrete addition using Dienes, pictorial methods, efficient strategies, expanded addition, and the column method.
Students will learn to solve addition problems using hands-on manipulatives, visual strategies, and efficient mathematical methods. This unit encourages fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving skills while ensuring that learners build confidence in their understanding of addition. Perfect for classrooms following mastery approaches and ideal for Ofsted observation, NQT lessons, or regular teaching sessions.
Concrete addition using Dienes
Pictorial addition
Efficient methods
Expanded method
Column method
Tags: Ofsted outstanding problem solving reasoning fluency interview observation
A freebie maths mat that could be stuck in books for each child or laminated for tables. There is also room for them to write their target, name and class. PDF format.
KS2 LKS2 UKS2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6
Do you want to provide your students with some fun and engaging homework activities that relate to the Splendid Skies theme? Do you want to cover different subjects such as geography, science, art, math, writing, and reading? If so, this Splendid Skies Homework Choice Board is perfect for you!
This pack contains a choice board of 51 tasks that span across various subjects and skills. Your students can choose which tasks they want to complete and how many they want to do each week. The tasks are designed to be creative, challenging, and relevant to the Splendid Skies theme.
Some examples of the tasks are:
★ Write a diary entry about a day when the weather affected your mood and emotions.
★ Create a weather-themed song or jingle and perform it for your family.
★ Create a bar graph showing the average amount of rainfall in different months.
This pack also includes a parent letter that explains the homework choice board and a record sheet for students to keep track of their completed tasks. You can use this pack as a whole-class homework project or as a differentiated option for individual students.
There is also a book recommendation list, suitable for children aged 5 - 7.
This Splendid Skies Homework Choice Board is a great way to extend your students’ learning beyond the classroom and to make homework more enjoyable and meaningful. Download it today and let your students explore the wonderful world of the sky!
Solidify Year 3/4 students’ grasp of place value with this comprehensive 4-lesson unit.
What’s included:
Detailed Lesson Plans: Clear learning objectives and success criteria guide each lesson.
Engaging PowerPoint Presentations: Visually enhance your teaching and keep students engaged.
Differentiated Worksheets: Cater to various student abilities with a range of difficulty levels.
Content covered:
Lesson 1: Representing 4-digit numbers using place value blocks (ones, tens, hundreds, thousands).
Lesson 2: Utilizing place value tables for accurate number decomposition (tens, ones, hundreds).
Lesson 3: Partitioning numbers into hundreds, tens, and ones for effective ordering.
Lesson 4: Applying place value knowledge to solve real-world word problems.
Benefits:
Progressive learning: Builds understanding step-by-step, starting with concrete manipulatives and progressing to abstract concepts.
Differentiation: Ensures all students are challenged appropriately.
Engaging activities: Keeps students motivated and actively participating.
Teacher-friendly format: Saves valuable planning time.
Align your teaching with the National Curriculum for Y3/4 maths.
Search terms: Y3/4 Maths, Place Value Unit, Lesson Plans, PowerPoints, Worksheets, KS2, Number and Place Value, Partitioning, Ordering, Word Problems
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.
Search terms: Year 5 maths, Christmas activities, problem solving, fractions, multiplication, algebra, spatial reasoning, KS2, Christmas worksheets, exit tickets, greater depth
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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 Christmas worksheet suitable for LKS2 (Year 3 / Year 4), solving problems with fractions of amounts.
Includes 11 question worksheet and answer sheet.
PLUS - bonus Christmas stocking colouring sheets for early finishers
y3 y4 ks2 maths holiday
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Set of 8 assessments for Y4 maths - place value. Includes rounding, comparing numbers, sequences and more. I use these as a daily starter that cover objectives that have already been taught to inform intervention groups and enable me to easily assess children into working towards, meeting or exceeding. Full sets will be available as I make them throughout the year.
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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.