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!
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This unit is a great way to kick off a Romans topic. These five lessons guide children through the basics of writing a diary entry and using prepositional phrases to describe. They will learn and write about everyday Roman life. Each lesson includes planning (differentiated 3 ways), PowerPoint and resources (some adapted for EAL/SEN children).
Lesson 1: L.O. Use prepositions to show time.
Success Criteria
I understand what a preposition to show time is.
I can identify time prepositions.
I can use time prepositions as openers.
Lesson 2: L.O. Make notes on the day in the life of a Roman.
Success Criteria
I can create identify areas to research based on Roman life.
I can find information about different areas of Roman life.
I can use notes to record information.
Lesson 3: L.O. Plan a diary entry.
Success Criteria
I can discuss my ideas with a partner.
I can use prepositions to show time in my plan.
I can organise ideas into paragraphs.
Lesson 4 and 5: L.O. Write a diary entry.
Success Criteria
I can use prepositions to show time.
I can use informal language to write a diary entry.
I can use my plan to write a diary entry.
I can write in paragraphs.
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A bundle featuring 10 history lessons about Vikings and Anglo Saxons, 3 design and technology lessons about creating a Viking Shield and a bonus Vikings learning booklet.
This is a great way to save and get a bumper pack of 13 lessons PLUS a learning booklet, an easy way to set a whole term of homework.
Also available separately.
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Bring some Christmas joy to your classroom with these 7 Christmas Art 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.
Created for Key Stage 2, these lessons are easily adaptable for Key Stage 1 too.
Children will make snow globes, Christmas birds, a hand-print wreath, Christmas tree cards, an Advent calendar, a seasons calendar and a winter landscape bauble.
They will also find out about the history of wreaths, Advent calendars and Christmas cards.
This unit contains a bumper pack of 121 PowerPoint slides altogether, 11 pages of lesson plans and 14 resource sheets.
Resources included:
x7 lesson plans
x7 PowerPoints for each lesson
Bauble template
Chicken template
Viewfinder and Art
Snowglobe ideas template
Trees throughout the seasons
Holly template
Lesson 1: Create a winter landscape bauble using tints of colour. Learn about colour mixing and the difference between tints and shades. Layer shades of a colour to create a gradient background. Create a collaged character to stick on top of the fading background.
Lesson 2: Be inspired by the patterned hens in Keith Baker’s book Big Fat Hen to create a patterned bird in line with the song ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ - three French hens. Use oil pastels or chalk pastels to create layered patterns and texture.
Lesson 3: Create a snowglobe around the values and magic of Christmas to represent how we feel. This will be inspired by John Lewis’ Man on the Moon advert from 2015. Use a range of brushstrokes and stippling to create detail on the snowglobe.
Lesson 4: Create a calendar featuring the four seasons of Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Sketch the trees and be inspired by pictures, using a range of materials to create the different coloured leaves.
Lesson 5: Find out about the history of sending Christmas cards and create their own ‘modern day’ Christmas card of a Christmas tree using simple strips of paper.
Lesson 6: Find out about the history of wreaths (even before they were used for Christmas!) and create their own hand-print wreath to decorate the classroom.
Lesson 7: Create a simple origami advent calendar, writing messages of love, kindness, inspiration or even jokes to take home. You may want to do this lesson first or last, depending if you want it ready for this year or next!
They will demonstrate the art of painting and colour mixing (snow globes and seasons calendar), sketching and creating patterns using oil pastels/chalk pastels (Christmas birds), sculpture and cutting (Christmas wreath and Christmas cards). See the preview files for images of examples of the artwork children will create in this unit.
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Bring Roald Dahl’s “George’s Marvellous Medicine” to life in your classroom with our art unit tailored for KS1 and KS2 students. This unit includes 10 well-structured lessons that introduce students to the art of Quentin Blake and other artists.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Artistic Study: Students will examine Quentin Blake’s illustrations, learning to recognize and appreciate different artistic styles.
Skill Development: Children will practice sketching and painting, emulating Quentin Blake’s style, including portraits, using a variety of tools such as pencils, charcoal, and felt tips.
Understanding Scale: The lessons guide students in creating art at different sizes, from small sketches to larger paintings.
Painting Skills: Students will learn various painting techniques, including how to create washes and other effects.
Crafting Experience: A creative project is included where students craft their own potion bottles from felt, applying basic stitching techniques.
Resources Provided:
Lesson Plans: Clear and detailed instructions for each lesson to ensure effective teaching.
PowerPoint Presentations: Visual aids for each lesson to guide students through the art-making process.
Supporting Materials: Resources in PDF, PowerPoint, and PNG formats to complement the lessons.
Suitable for Grades: Year 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (Y1, Y2, Y3, Y4, Y5, Y6)
This unit provides a fun and educational way to combine art with literature, helping students develop a passion for both subjects.
Keywords: Art Unit, Quentin Blake, Sketching, Painting, Potion Bottle Craft, KS1, KS2, Year 1-6
Immerse your students in the exciting world of exploration with our comprehensive Explorers’ Continuous Provision Plan. This plan is designed to provide a range of engaging and educational activities across various areas, including Reading, Malleable Area, Construction Area, Technology Area, Mark making and Writing Area, Sand Area, Mud Kitchen, Water Area, Small World Area, Wheeled Toys Area, Art Area, and Music Area.
Week by week, your students will embark on thrilling adventures as they learn about famous explorers, Arctic animals, rainforest exploration, exploring the ocean, and even venturing into space. Our plan includes carefully curated resources, books, playdough, small world materials, interactive apps, games, writing prompts, sensory exploration, and more.
With the Reading Area, your students can dive into captivating books about explorers and learn about their remarkable journeys. In the Malleable Area, they can sculpt famous landmarks using playdough, fostering their creativity and fine motor skills. The Construction Area allows them to build their own explorer forts using blocks and materials. In the Technology Area, they can explore different parts of the world through interactive map apps like “Google Earth” or “National Geographic Kids World Atlas.”
The Mark making and Writing Area encourages students to create their own explorer diaries or journals, while the Sand Area hides small treasures for them to discover, enhancing their sensory experience. Our plan also includes activities for the Mud Kitchen, Water Area, Small World Area, Wheeled Toys Area, Art Area, and Music Area, providing diverse opportunities for learning and exploration.
Engage your students’ imaginations, foster their curiosity, and develop their skills with our comprehensive Explorers’ Continuous Provision Plan. It’s the perfect resource to make learning about explorers a thrilling and educational experience. Explore the world with your students today!
Other explorers themed EYFS units:
EYFS Maths Unit: Explorers - 6 Weeks of Lesson Plans and Resources
EYFS Wider Curriculum Unit: Explorers - 6 Weeks of Lesson Plans & Resources
EYFS Literacy Unit - Explorers: 6 Weeks of Lesson Plans and Resources
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Immerse yourself in the brilliance and joy of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with our captivating 23-slide PowerPoint presentation. Delve into the rich traditions and cultural significance of this popular Hindu festival, celebrated with great enthusiasm and happiness across India and around the world.
Learn about the origins of Diwali, which commemorates the triumphant return of Rama and Sita to their kingdom after a 14-year exile, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. Discover how this joyous occasion brought the light of knowledge and truth back into the lives of mankind.
Explore the preparations for Diwali, including the traditional lighting of small Diva lamps to welcome the goddess of wealth, Lakshmi, into Hindu homes. Experience the Hindu New Year celebration, also known as the Festival of Light, which spans one to five days and culminates on the third day of Diwali with mesmerizing fireworks displays.
Discover the heartwarming customs of exchanging Diwali gifts with family and friends, spreading love and joy during this festive season. Uncover the deep symbolism behind the rows of lamps that illuminate homes, signifying the triumph of light and goodness over darkness and evil. Witness the vibrant display of beautifully adorned oil lamps, candles, and decorative lights that fill houses and windows, creating a magical ambiance.
Experience the delightful traditions of Diwali, from indulging in delicious foods and enjoying family gatherings to participating in pooja ceremonies. Learn about the significance of keeping houses clean and adorning doorsteps with intricate Rangoli patterns to welcome the goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of wealth and prosperity.
Witness the artistic beauty of Rangoli, a traditional Indian art form created during festivals, as vibrant two-dimensional designs come to life on the floor. Marvel at the intricate geometrical patterns adorned with oil lamps (Divas) placed between them, adding a touch of radiance to the celebrations.
Expand your knowledge of Diwali with our comprehensive PowerPoint presentation, providing valuable insights into the festival’s traditions, rituals, and cultural significance. Let the spirit of Diwali illuminate your learning and embrace the joyous celebration of light and prosperity.
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This EYFS Autumn Continuous Provision Pack offers four weeks of engaging and themed activities that cover both indoor and outdoor areas, helping young learners explore the wonders of autumn.
With hands-on activities such as pumpkin digging, leaf sorting, and woodland animal adventures, this resource promotes sensory exploration, creativity, and fine motor development. Designed to align with the EYFS framework, the pack encourages child-led learning through discovery, role-play, and problem-solving.
The activities are adaptable for varying abilities, making them suitable for differentiated learning in early years settings. Ideal for bringing the autumn season into your classroom while meeting key learning objectives across areas such as maths, literacy, and physical development.
This resource includes:
☆ A variety of autumn-themed indoor and outdoor activities.
☆ Differentiated tasks for children with varying abilities.
☆ Coverage of key areas such as math, sensory play, literacy, and motor skills.
Bring autumn to life in your setting with this comprehensive, easy-to-use resource. Perfect for nurseries, reception classes, and early years educators.
This EYFS Colour Continuous Provision Pack offers four weeks of engaging activities designed for both indoor and outdoor areas, perfect for exploring colours with young learners. The activities focus on sensory exploration, creativity, and early learning skills, encouraging children to experiment with colours through hands-on experiences such as colour sorting, painting, and outdoor colour hunts. Each activity aligns with the EYFS framework, supporting the development of key skills in maths, literacy, and fine motor coordination. The tasks are easily adaptable to suit different abilities, making them ideal for varied learning needs in nursery or reception classes.
This pack includes:
☆ Four weeks of continuous provision activities.
☆ Colour-themed tasks for both indoor and outdoor learning.
☆ Activities that promote sensory development, creativity, and early learning goals.
Enhance your EYFS setting with this comprehensive colour-themed resource, designed to inspire curiosity and learning in children aged 3-5. Perfect for nurseries, reception classes, and early years educators.
Get ready for The Romans! These 10 outstanding history and geography lessons are the perfect way to teach your children all about the Romans over a half term or term. This unit is packed with 30 files!
Children will begin with the legend of the founding of Rome to the Roman invasion of Britain and beyond. 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:
The legend of the founding of Rome (Romulus and Remus).
The reasons for, and methods of, the Roman Empire’s expansion.
Lifestyle and occupations of Celtic Britons before the Roman invasion.
The expansion of the Roman Empire and why the Roman army was powerful.
Why Julius Caesar wanted to invade Britain and how he prepared for the invasion.
The timeline of Julius Caesar’s invasion.
Understanding how it would have felt to be a Celt during the Roman invasion.
Boudicca and how she rebelled against Roman rule.
The legacy of the Romans in Britain today.
The construction of Roman roads
Resources included:
★ x10 PowerPoints
★ x10 Lesson Plans
★ British resources worksheet
★ x2 Differentiated storyboards
★ x2 Differentiated worksheets (map of the Roman Empire)
★ Map of the Roman Empire
★ Roman timeline events
★ Label a Roman soldier
★ Roman soldier commands
★ Teacher notes (Lesson 5)
★ Questions about Julius Caesar’s invasion
★ Narrator scripts for dramatic retelling
★ Teacher notes (Lesson 6)
★ Starter game
★ Boudicca’s revolt storyboard
★ Roman’s legacy poem
★ Storyboard support sheet
★ The story of Boudicca’s revolt
★ x5 Roman numerals worksheets (differentiated)
★ How to make a Roman road (instructions)
★ Roman roads worksheet
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Explore Europe with our outstanding Geography Lesson! Students will learn about different parts of Europe, share their thoughts, and have meaningful discussions about climate, landmarks, culture, and what interests them.
We start with a fun activity to get students thinking about European places they know or want to visit. Then, we dive into the main part of the lesson, using exciting pictures and videos to understand how these places affect our opinions.
In Activity 1, students make collages of their favorite European spots and show them to the class. Activity 2 has small groups talking about their dream European holidays while thinking about what we’ve learned. Finally, in Activity 3, students present their top European pick with facts or stories.
At the end, students walk around to see each other’s work and think about what they’ve learned. During the lesson, students practice sharing ideas, having good conversations, and showing what they think in a clear way. They’ll also learn more about Europe’s geography and culture.
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A freebie reading comprehension assessment for year 3 or year 4. Mark scheme provided and SATs-style questions. Includes a non chronological report and a poem about spiders and a non-chronological report about Animal Life Cycles.
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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.
Embark on a comprehensive and enriching learning adventure with our EYFS Explorers Curriculum Bundle. This all-inclusive bundle features three essential units for each week: Literacy, Maths, and Wider Curriculum. Aligned with the EYFS framework, each unit offers six weeks of captivating lesson plans and accompanying PDF resources, providing you with a treasure trove of 90 engaging lessons to captivate and educate your young learners.
Week 1: Introduction to Explorers
In the Literacy unit, students will develop communication, language, and literacy skills through interactive activities, storytelling, and writing tasks, while the Maths unit will reinforce numeracy concepts through exploratory and hands-on tasks. The Wider Curriculum unit will introduce students to explorers’ lives, fostering an appreciation for history, geography, art, science, and personal, social, health, and economic (PSHE) education.
Week 2: Famous Explorers
The Literacy unit brings famous explorers to life through captivating reading materials, role-playing exercises, and writing prompts. The Maths unit continues to strengthen numeracy skills, while the Wider Curriculum unit delves deeper into history, geography, art, science, and PSHE topics related to famous explorers.
Week 3: Arctic Animals
Students will explore Arctic animals’ unique characteristics and habitat through engaging Literacy, Maths, and Wider Curriculum units. The Literacy unit incorporates reading comprehension, descriptive writing, and creative activities, while the Maths unit integrates Arctic-themed problem-solving, measurement, and pattern recognition. The Wider Curriculum unit delves into scientific concepts, art exploration, and geographical understanding of the Arctic region.
Week 4: Rainforest Explorers
The Literacy unit immerses students in the wonders of rainforest exploration through reading, writing, and imaginative activities. In the Maths unit, students will encounter rainforest-themed numerical challenges, shape recognition, and data interpretation. The Wider Curriculum unit deepens understanding through rainforest science, geography, art, and PSHE lessons.
Week 5: Exploring the Ocean
Students will dive into oceanic adventures with the Literacy unit, where they will engage in reading, writing, and speaking activities centered around marine life. The Maths unit reinforces numeracy skills through ocean-themed problem-solving and data analysis. The Wider Curriculum unit explores marine biology, geography, art, and PSHE, encouraging a deeper connection with the ocean environment.
Week 6: Exploring Space
The Literacy unit takes students on a cosmic journey through reading, writing, and imaginative tasks related to space exploration. In the Maths unit, students will encounter celestial-themed numeracy challenges, shape recognition, and spatial reasoning. The Wider Curriculum unit delves into astronomy, geography, art, and PSHE lessons, expanding students’ understanding of the vastness of space.
With our EYFS Explorers Curriculum Bundle, you will have a wealth of resources at your fingertips to create an immersive and well-rounded learning experience for your young explorers. From literacy and maths to a wide range of subjects in the wider curriculum, this bundle provides a comprehensive foundation for their educational journey.
Embark on a fascinating journey into the vibrant world of Vaisakhi and Sikhism with our comprehensive home learning booklet. This enriching resource spans 32 pages, including a glossary, and provides a deep understanding of Vaisakhi, its significance, and how it is celebrated.
Within this captivating booklet, learners will explore the following key aspects:
Unveiling Vaisakhi: Delve into the origins and essence of Vaisakhi, learning who celebrates it, when and where it takes place, when it first began, and why it holds tremendous importance for Sikhs.
Guru Gobind Singh: Discover the remarkable story of Guru Gobind Singh and gain insights into the Sikh Gurus, who Guru Gobind Singh was, and how he elevated Vaisakhi to become a momentous festival for Sikhs.
Unveiling the Khalsa: Gain a profound understanding of the Khalsa, its purpose, who formed it, and why it holds such significance within Sikhism.
The Power of the 5 Ks: Explore the symbolism behind the 5 Ks—the distinctive articles worn by Sikhs—and grasp the profound meaning and importance each one holds.
Celebrating Vaisakhi: Immerse yourself in the vibrant celebrations of Vaisakhi and learn how Sikhs commemorate this auspicious occasion. Gain a deeper understanding of the rituals, customs, and festivities that make Vaisakhi such a cherished and significant festival for Sikhs.
Our engaging home learning booklet provides a comprehensive exploration of Vaisakhi and Sikhism, fostering cultural understanding and appreciation. Through its informative pages, learners will develop a rich knowledge of Vaisakhi’s traditions, customs, and historical significance. Expand horizons and celebrate diversity with our Vaisakhi and Sikhism home learning booklet, an essential resource for children and learners of all ages.
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This comprehensive lesson plan teaches students how to identify and correct errors in sentence structure and punctuation. The lesson includes a PowerPoint presentation, worksheets and a vocabulary picture. Students will learn how to rearrange sentences, correctly use capital letters, full stops, question marks, and exclamation marks, and identify and apply proper nouns.
The lesson plan is suitable for students in Key Stage 2 (ages 7-11) and can be easily adapted for different ability levels. It is a great way to help students improve their grammar skills and write more effectively.
The lesson plan is aligned with the UK National Curriculum for English and especially helps children starting in Year 3 to ensure they are up to the expected standards of Key Stage 1/Year 2 writing.
It includes a variety of activities to keep students engaged, such as a picture activity and a challenge activity.
The resources are all high-quality and easy to use and the lesson plan is clear and concise, making it easy for teachers to follow.
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This PowerPoint presentation includes 33 practical and effective ideas to implement assessment for learning in your classroom. These ideas aim to engage and empower students, making them active participants in their learning process.
The presentation includes ideas such as creating opportunities for students to ask questions, using the word ‘might’ to encourage exploration, and setting clear lesson objectives. Additionally, it covers the use of exemplar work, student marking, and self-review to deepen students’ understanding and awareness of their learning.
Other ideas covered in the presentation include traffic lights, two stars and a wish, and scene-setting to promote open-ended discussion and build reasoning skills. With these 33 assessment for learning ideas, you can create a classroom environment that encourages active engagement and empowers students to take control of their own learning.
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A free taster of our Roman Legends - Escape to Pompeii Writing unit. This lesson helps children to recognise, and use, prepositions in a sentence.
Prepositions are important when constructing sentences. A preposition sits before a noun to show the noun’s relationship to another word in the sentence.
This lesson has detailed planning, PowerPoint and all resources provided. This lesson is also differentiated three ways. Great to use as a one off lesson or as part of the full unit that you can find here:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12609998
L.O: Use prepositional phrases.
Success Criteria:
I have identified a range of prepositions.
I have used prepositions.
I have used prepositional openers.
Lower children will be supported with sentence scaffolds that they can place together to make a silly sentence.
Higher children will also be challenged to use prepositions to create sentence openers.
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6 editable ‘Editing Station’ posters. Suitable for KS1 / KS2. Great for a working wall or to create a small display.
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Writing essentials posters for every year group. Fit on to one side of A4 so great to put in the front of books. Editable (in word format). Each year group also backtracks what are essentials in previous years (so Y4 will also show Y1, Y2 and Y3 essentials).
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Checklist Assessment Success Criteria
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Great for subject coordinators or to see progression in mixed year groups. Each skill set is separated into what children should know in each year group. Rated outstanding by Ofsted. Also good to plan lessons, especially if you have those who are less able. 7 word documents showing progression in:
Programming
Digital Exploration
Communicate and Collaborate
Multimedia
Digital Media
Music and Sound
Data
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