Are your class struggling to include the basics of punctuation? Are they forgetting to place capital letters at the start of sentences and proper nouns? Do they need a refresher week of sentence composition? This unit teaches children the basics of writing and composition and is a brilliant way to kick off the school year or remind children of the essentials of writing. Ideal to stretch Key Stage 2 pupils or boost Year 2 children, these 5 lessons have practice and independent exercises that will help them to build solid foundations for the rest of the year. Included is: ★ 5 lesson plans ★ 5 PowerPoints ★ Accompanying worksheets and resources L.O. To identify and correct errors in word order, duplications, or omissions in a sentence. L.O. To use capital letters to mark the start of a sentence and identify sentence breaks accurately. L.O. To understand the use of capital letters for proper nouns and at the start of sentences, and to correctly use punctuation marks like full stops. L.O. To use capital letters appropriately to mark proper nouns (dates, places, people). L.O. To recognise and punctuate different types of sentences (statements, commands, questions, exclamations). Tags: ks2 y3 y2 y4 year 3 y5 y6 basics punctuation grammar SPAG interview ofsted subject leader literacy

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. You might also be interested in… ☆ AFRICA Homework Grid - 30 Activities and Worksheets ☆ KS1 PE African Animal Dance Unit - 4 Outstanding Lessons ☆ KS1 Art Unit: Exploring Mark Making Techniques and Drawing Skills - x6 Lessons Tags: Y1, Y2, Y3, Y4, year 1, African landscape art, Africa activities, topic, geography, South African art, lesson plan, African pattern art, African animals, printing, painting, artists, artwork, shading, shades of color, color wheel. 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. KS1 KS2 LKS2 UKS2 Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y1 Y2 outstanding ofsted observation Christian Christianity Bible god jewish

Need an easy-to-follow Ancient Egyptian unit including planning, PowerPoints and worksheets? Look no further! Children will learn all above Ancient Egypt from the basics of location and time period to Ancient Egyptian traditions and culture. These seven lessons are perfect to be used during a half term and are flexible to be used in any order. They are fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans provided. Created by an experienced Geography and History subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. Resources included: ✸ x7 Lesson Plans ✸ x7 PowerPoints ✸ Blank map of the world ✸ Blank timeline ✸ Building pictures for timeline ✸ Picture clue sheet ✸ Timeline events ✸ Blank map of Egypt ✸ Guidance sheet for Ancient Egyptian society activity ✸ Questions for an Ancient Egyptian slave ✸ Hieroglypics alphabet ✸ x3 Mummification sheets (differentiated 3 ways) ✸ Number system ✸ Egyptian maths workbook ✸ Hook ideas Lesson 1 L.O. To locate Egypt on a map of the World. L.O. To locate the Ancient Egyptian period on a time line. Success Criteria: I can identify Egypt on a map of the world and describe its location. I can say when the Ancient Egyptian period was and place it on a timeline with other important historical periods. I can recall some significant events of the Ancient Egyptian period. Lesson 2 L.O. To recognise the importance of the River Nile to Ancient Egyptians. Success Criteria: I know the Nile was an important source of water and made the land fertile for farming in Egypt, as well as being used for transportation. I know the different seasons connected to the River Nile in Ancient Egypt. Lesson 3 L.O. To understand how Ancient Egyptian society was organised. L.O. To know why pyramids were built. Success Criteria: I know that Egyptian society was hierarchical with the Pharaoh as the divine ruler. I understand that beneath the pharaoh, there were different levels of society. I can explain why the pyramids were built. Lesson 4 L.O. To understand why the pyramids at Giza are considered a wonder of the world. Success Criteria: I can give reasons why the Pyramids at Giza are a wonder of the world. Lesson 5 L.O. To be able to use Hieroglyphics to create an image. Success Criteria: I can say why hieroglyphics were used in Ancient Egypt. I can copy and design my own tomb painting using hieroglyphics. y3 y4 y5 y6 lks2 uks2 year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 geography topic humanities unit lessons atlases atlas features year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 ofsted inspection observation sen la ma ha differentiated home learning remote learning Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Do you want to teach your KS1 students about the history of 1950s Britain? Do you want to provide them with fun and interactive lessons that cover the key aspects of life in that era? If so, you will love this history unit! This history topic includes six ready-to-use lessons that explore the origins of a modern day toy, the differences and similarities between life in the 1950s in London and now, the life of a significant person (Queen Elizabeth), the shops and shopping habits, and the cars in the 1950s. Each lesson comes with all the resources you need, such as L.O. labels, challenges, detailed lesson plans, and PowerPoints. These lessons are designed to help your KS1 students develop their historical skills and knowledge, as well as their curiosity and critical thinking. They will learn about the changes and continuity in 1950s Britain, and how they relate to their own lives and experiences. They will also engage in a variety of activities, such as role-playing, sorting, comparing, and creating. These lessons are suitable for KS1, but they can also be adapted for KS2 or home learning. They are ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, and parents who want to support their children’s learning and enjoyment of history.

Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your KS2 students about chocolate and its origins, production, history and impact? Do you want to inspire them to write creatively, think critically and design their own perfect town? If so, this chocolate unit is perfect for you! This unit consists of five outstanding geography lessons that cover the following topics: ★ Where chocolate comes from and how Fairtrade helps the farmers who grow it ★ How chocolate is made from bean to bar and the steps involved ★ How to write a diary entry as a cacao bean and use personification and descriptive language ★ How to sequence historic events using a timeline and learn about the history of chocolate ★ How to design and describe a perfect town based on preferences and values and use persuasive techniques Each lesson includes a detailed lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation and a worksheet for the students. The lessons are designed to be interactive, creative and informative, and to meet the national curriculum objectives for geography, literacy and art. The lessons also include links to videos, images and websites that enhance the learning experience and provide additional information. This chocolate unit is ideal for Key Stage 2 students who love chocolate and want to learn more about it. It is also suitable for teachers who want to save time and effort in planning and delivering high-quality geography lessons. The unit can be used as a standalone topic or as part of a wider theme, such as fair trade, sustainability or global issues. Download this chocolate unit today and treat your students to a delicious and educational journey through the world of chocolate! You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 Fairtrade Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons ☆ KS2 Food Unit - 8 Outstanding Lessons - Geography / Food Technology ☆ FOOD Art Unit - 3 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer. SEO tags: KS2, key stage 2, chocolate, geography, Fairtrade, history, writing, personification, timeline, town, design, persuasive, lks2, uks2, year 3, year 4, y3 y4 y5 y6, year 5 year 6

**Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Love this resource? Leave us a great review and get a resource of your choice for FREE! Just drop us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review. ** A unit of five lessons based about Paralympians, updated for the 2022 Paralympic Games. These lessons could be used for RE or PSHE and aim to inspire pupils to think from another perspective and learn about inspirational people. Each lesson is fully resourced and has a PowerPoint to go with it. There are also detailed lesson plans that tell you what resources you need for each lesson. Lessons: L.O: To be able to explain why someone is inspirational. L.O: To understand the challenges faced by Paralympians. L.O: To be able to create a fact-file about the Paralympics. L.O: To be able to create an inspirational quote poster. L.O: To be able to ask and answer open questions. ks2 ks1 key stage 2 key stage two olympics paralympics sports esl english religious education personal social health education powerpoints resources disabilities disabled athletes athletics winter summer

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A unit all about pilgrimages and symbolism suitable for KS2. 5 lessons provided with PowerPoints, resources and detailed planning for each lesson. Lessons: To be able to explain why a place is special to me. To understand why Christians go on a pilgrimage to Lourdes . To understand why Muslims go on Hajj to Mecca. To understand where and why Hindus go on pilgrimage. To understand where and why Hindus go on pilgrimage. Files included: PowerPoints for each lesson Star and wish sticker Story map Story of Bernadette of Lourdes Hajj PowerPoint Hajj criteria sheet Hajj handout information text Ayodhya and Vrindavan information text Hinduism glossary Question sheet River Ganga information text Travel guide template Varanasi information text Lesson plans for each lesson Display images Display words Hajj photos Hindu Pilgrimage to River Ganges PowerPoint Images of the Golden Temple Images of Lourdes Pilgrimage Postcard templates (x3) Question cards for story of Saint Bernadette Sikh Pilgrimage to Amritsar in India PowerPoint Tags: KS1 KS2 LKS2 UKS2 Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y1 Y2 outstanding ofsted observation Christian Christianity Bible god religious education Hinduism Islam

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This Christianity and the Bible RE unit is perfect to use across a half term and is a great way to delve into the stories of Christianity and understand the Bible. Children will learn all about the Bible through looking at four different stories and how they have influenced Christians today. These five lessons are perfect to be used during a half term, with some flexibility for additional lessons or other school activities. They are fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans provided. Created by an experienced Religious Education subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. Included is: 5 PowerPoints 5 lesson plans The Bible Fact File Information Sheet Mary Jones - a Synopsis The Story of Mary Jones Storyboard The Wedding at Cana Story The Sower and the Seed Story The Sower Worksheet The Miracles of Jesus Storyboard The Miracles of Jesus Storyboard Help Sheet Lessons: What do we know about the Bible? What is the Mary Jones story? The Wedding at Cana The Sower and the Seed Jesus the Healer KS1 KS2 LKS2 UKS2 Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y1 Y2 outstanding ofsted observation

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! ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 sculpture sculpting outstanding unit scheme

Discover the dynamic forces of nature with the KS2 Earthquakes Geography Unit. This comprehensive unit includes six detailed lessons that guide students through the fascinating world of earthquakes, from understanding their origins to preparing for their impact. ★ Lesson 1 - Earthquake Basics: Students create posters to explain earthquakes and their effects, fostering a foundational understanding. ★ Lesson 2 - Plate Boundaries: Interactive activities help students learn about different plate boundaries and their role in earthquake generation. ★ Lesson 3 - Historical Earthquakes: Pairs or small groups research and present on significant earthquakes, enhancing research and presentation skills. ★ Lesson 4 - Tsunami Insights: Students collaborate on news reports about tsunamis, integrating creative expression with scientific knowledge. ★ Lesson 5 - Earthquake-Resistant Design: Imagining themselves as architects, students design office blocks with earthquake-resistant features, applying practical knowledge. ★ Lesson 6 - Earthquake Preparedness: Students create posters or disaster plans, emphasizing the importance of readiness and safety measures. Included Resources: ★ Quizzes to assess knowledge before and after the unit ★ A curated list of earthquakes for research ★ An example disaster plan for reference ★ Engaging lesson plans and PowerPoints for each lesson ★ A tectonic world map for hands-on learning ★ A table outlining different types of plate boundaries This unit is an excellent resource for teachers looking to provide an interactive and informative experience that aligns with the KS2 curriculum, ensuring students are well-prepared and knowledgeable about earthquakes. LKS2 UKS2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 year subject leader coordinator extreme earth volcanoes tsunami

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This Moses RE unit is perfect to use across a half term and is a great way to delve into the stories of Christianity and understand the Bible. Children will learn all about the life of Moses and three stories from the Bible that feature Moses. These five lessons are perfect to be used during a half term, with some flexibility for additional lessons or other school activities. They are fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans provided. Created by an experienced Religious Education subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. Included is: 5 PowerPoints Early life of Moses worksheet Early life of Moses completed worksheet Moses and the parting of the Red Sea book insert Moses and the Ten Plagues storyboard 5 lesson plans Lessons: Early life of Moses Moses and the ten plagues Moses and the parting of the Red Sea Moses and the Ten Commandments My promise to the Earth KS1 KS2 LKS2 UKS2 Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y1 Y2 outstanding ofsted observation Christian Christianity Bible god

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com 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. y3 y4 y5 y6 ks2 religious education Christianity xmas santa snow festive design and technology evaluate create creations

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Love this resource? Leave us a great review and get a resource of your choice for FREE! Just drop us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review. This Dig for Victory Design and Technology unit is perfect to use alongside a World War II topic. Children will learn a range of cooking skills, including cutting, mixing and measuring, creating a range of simple meals, including salad, cake bread and sausage rolls. These five lessons are fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans provided. Many of these lessons could be extended to last more than one lesson. Created by an experienced art and design & technology subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. There are PowerPoints for each lesson, worksheets, recipes and detailed lesson plans included in this bundle. Investigate the importance of fruits and vegetables in the diet. Review cooking skills, especially knife skills Follow a recipe to make pasta sauce To investigate suitable ingredients for a healthy salad. To prepare a healthy salad using cutting skills. To work safely and hygienically in the kitchen. To evaluate the food prepared. Investigate food and shopping in wartime Britain Explain how egg substitute was used in wartime food Review bread making skills and cook banana bread using egg substitute Make a wartime recipe using typical foods used at this time. Make a PowerPoint or poster describing meals for a day in wartime Britain Compare and evaluate cooking and modern equivalents Plan the food for a wartime street party Evaluate recipes linking them to the balanced plate model. Make wartime sausage rolls following a recipe. Resources included: 5 Lesson plans 5 PowerPoints Bread recipes (war and present day) Wordsearch Egg substitutes worksheet Balanced plate worksheet Evaluation worksheet x3 salad recipes Rations and balanced plate worksheet Honey cake recipe Sausage rolls recipe Rations example You might also be interested in: KS2 World War 2 Unit - 7 Outstanding lessons https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11881663 KS2 World War II Poetry Guided Reading Unit https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12599946 Y5 / Y6 World War 1 Unit - 12 lessons https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11988820 ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 WWII WW2 World War 2

**Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Love this resource? Leave us a great review and get a resource of your choice for FREE! Just drop us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review.** A writing unit all about Roman Myths suitable for LKS2. 8 lessons provided with resources, PowerPoints and detailed planning for each lesson. Lessons: To be able to research information about the Roman gods. To be able to recognise and create a dilemma. To be able to create a story map. To be able to write a story from a story map. To be able to create a rags to riches performance. To be able to create details for my story. To be able to plan my story. To be able to write a quest story. KS1 KS2 LKS2 UKS2 Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y1 Y2 outstanding ofsted observation writing english reading Romans historical setting literature novel study ks2 roman myths writing ks2 roman myths lessons ks2 english unit

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This unit is a great way to kick off a Romans topic and look at the famous Roman myths and legends using the book Escape From Pompeii. If you want to give it a try, download lesson 1 for FREE here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks2-escape-to-pompeii-roman-legends-writing-lesson-prepositions-12686029 These ten lessons guide children through the basics of English writing a legend story and how to use prepositional phrases, adverbials and adverbial openers to describe. Fully differentiated resources and sheets to go with each lesson. Detailed planning is also provided. This resource contains over 30 documents! Lesson 1: Use prepositional phrases. Lesson 2: Identify and summarise main events of a story. Lesson 3: Infer character’s feelings, thoughts and motives from their actions. Lesson 4: Plan a character description Lesson 5: Write a character description Lesson 6: Use adverbial openers Lesson 7: To use adverbial openers to write a setting description Lesson 8: To use adverbial openers to plan a Roman legend story Lesson 9: To write my opener and build up for a Roman legend story Lesson 10: To write my problem and resolution for a Roman legend story Documents included: 10 lesson plans 10 PowerPoints (for each lesson) Lesson 1: MA Task, HA Task, Main Clauses sheet, Pictures, Prepositional Clauses sheet Lesson 2: Starter task, x2 storyboards (4 box and 6 box) Lesson 3: HA task, Pictures, Romulus and Remus story, Romulus and Remus summary Lesson 4: Starter task, character plan Lesson 5: LA/MA starter activity, HA starter activity, Lesson 6: LA and EAL Task, MA Task Lesson 7: Roman setting pictures Lesson 8: Story plan Prepositions word mat Instructions story fact file non chronological report Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 English reading writing lks2 uks2 ks2 Romulus Remus god goddess Jupiter Bee lower ability middle ability higher ability high low medium chilli challenge reading literacy

Empower your KS2 students to become expert instruction writers with this comprehensive 10-lesson unit! What’s Included: ☆ 10 Detailed Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guidance for each lesson, including learning objectives, activities, and differentiation strategies. ☆ 10 Engaging PowerPoint Presentations: Visually appealing slides to enhance student learning and engagement. ☆ Ready-to-Use Worksheets: Differentiated activities to cater to various learning styles and abilities. ☆ Comprehensive Coverage: Students explore a variety of instruction types, including recipes, game instructions, and how-to guides. Key Skills & Learning Outcomes: ☆ Identifying Features of Instructions: Students learn to recognize the key elements that make instructions clear and effective. ☆ Reading Comprehension: Practice reading and understanding instructions through engaging activities. ☆ Writing Clear and Concise Instructions: Students develop their writing skills by crafting their own instructions for a sandwich, battleships, and snakes and ladders. ☆ Planning and Researching: Students learn the importance of planning and gathering information before writing instructions. Perfect for: Year 3 and Year 4 teachers looking for a complete and engaging instruction writing unit. Additional Benefits: ☆ Differentiated Activities: Cater to a wide range of learners. ☆ Easy to Follow: Lesson plans and materials are well-organized and easy to use. ☆ Fun and Interactive: Activities are designed to be engaging and enjoyable for students. ☆ Builds Essential Literacy Skills: Develops reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Fancy trying it out for free? Download lesson one here: Y3/4 INSTRUCTIONS Writing Lesson

Take your students on an engaging literacy journey to the heart of the Amazon rainforest, inspired by Lynne Cherry’s enchanting story, “The Great Kapok Tree.” This unit enhances writing skills while fostering an appreciation for the rich biodiversity and ecological significance of rainforests. Through a series of enjoyable activities, students will develop their descriptive writing, persuasive techniques, and analytical skills. This unit includes: ☆ 11 detailed lesson plans with clear learning objectives, success criteria, and differentiation ideas ☆ 11 informative and interactive PowerPoint presentations with stunning images and animations ☆ A comprehensive word bank with key vocabulary and definitions ☆ A range of worksheets and resources to support students’ learning and assessment ☆ A final project where students plan and write their own version of “The Great Kapok Tree” story This unit covers the following skills and knowledge: ☆ Descriptive Writing: Students will learn to describe a setting vividly, focusing on the sensory details of the rainforest. ☆ Postcard Writing: Children will practise writing a postcard to a friend, describing their imaginary visit to the rainforest. ☆ Character Analysis: Students will find evidence about characters from the text, understanding their motives and perspectives. ☆ Persuasive Writing: Children will write a persuasive text from the point of view of one of the rainforest animals, advocating for the protection of the Great Kapok Tree. ☆ Summarising and Reviewing: Students will summarise the story, articulate their opinions, and write a detailed book review. ☆ Creative Writing: Finally, they will plan and write their own version of the story, incorporating the elements they have learned throughout the unit. Curriculum Alignment: This unit aligns with the National Curriculum for English and covers essential literacy skills. It is suitable for KS2 students (ages 7-11) and can be adapted to suit different abilities and interests. It can be used as a standalone topic or integrated into a broader study of rainforest ecosystems and environmental conservation.