This newly redesigned unit has all that you need to teach your class reading skills through the ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ poem by Clement Clarke Moore! Great for KS2, this unit contains planning, PowerPoints and resources to make your Autumn 2 term run smoothly. This unit contains: ★ 6 Lesson plans (with LO, success criteria, input, activity, plenary, key questions and resource list) ★ Accompanying PowerPoint ★ Thought bubble ★ Poem ★ Modern version of the poem Children will learn about vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval and summarising skills. Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com y5 y6 ks2 reciprocal outstanding VIPERS

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com 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.

Introducing a fun and engaging resource for young learners to expand their vocabulary and reading skills - a free sight word sheet with space-themed words! Featuring colourful illustrations and easy-to-read words, this sheet is perfect for children aged 3-5 years old to learn and practice new words related to space. With 48 words in total, including planets, stars, rockets, and more, children will be excited to read and discover new things about the universe. The visual aids will help with retention and comprehension, making learning enjoyable and effective. This free resource is a great addition to any space-themed lesson plan or activity. Download now and blast off into the exciting world of space!

Welcome to our free resource of Rainforest Sight Words! This colorful and engaging sheet has been designed to help children aged 3-5 to learn and recognize sight words associated with the rainforest. Each word is accompanied by a beautiful picture of an animal, plant or insect that can be found in the rainforest, to provide a fun and visual aid for learning. This resource is perfect for use in the classroom or at home and can be printed out as many times as needed. Your little learners will love practicing their reading skills as they explore the fascinating world of the rainforest!

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A freebie taster of the new Grammar Starters for KS2. These are perfect for either morning jobs or English lesson openers. These really help to build up your classes grammar across the year and helps as a reminder for those aspects of grammar they have already covered. These are perfect for Autumn term 1. Find the rest of Autumn term 1’s grammar starters here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12563265 These slides cover: silent letters apostrophes Standard English pronouns prefixes Find even more grammar starters in my shop. Tags: ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 English writing SPAG GAPS grammar punctuation spelling lks2 uks2 games morning work grammar punctation and spelling terms glossary grammar worksheet quiz grammar terms curriculum year 6 year 4 year 5

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 tropical topic, this freebie lettering set includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers and some punctuation too. Uploaded in PDF format.

This two Year 3/4 English interview lesson about sentence types and effective writing has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted inspectors. They can be flexibly used alone or together. Children will use a picture prompt to create a paragraph of writing in lesson 1 and in lesson 2 they will produce a storyboard based on a film clip about Aladdin, learning how to use a compound and complex sentences effectively. It includes: two lesson plans, two PowerPoint presentations, differentiated tasks and extra resources (such as word banks). Children discuss the differences between simple, compound and complex sentences and will reflect upon their writing. Lesson 1: L.O. To understand how to use a range of sentence types. Lesson 2: L.O. To use different types of sentences in my writing. Files included: ✸ x2 lesson plans ✸ x2 PowerPoints ✸ Banned words bank ✸ Picture prompt (easier activity) ✸ Picture prompt worksheet (medium level) ✸ Picture prompt worksheet (harder level) ✸ Conjunctions word bank ✸ Aladdin storyboard (easier level) ✸ Aladdin storyboard (medium level) ✸ Aladdin storyboard (harder level) ✸ Character adjective table year 5 year 6 KS2 Y5 Y6 UKS2 outstanding interview lesson ofsted English mastery SPAG observation Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

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A set of 9 posters to inspire children to ADDSPICE to their sentences! Each poster describes a technique children can use to uplevel sentences in writing and make their sentences interesting and varied. This includes openers, clauses and lots more. Want a lesson about ADDSPICE sentences? Check out our Year 5/6 Outstanding Interview Lesson here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12093160

An A4 sheet to help to summarise behavioural needs. Good to pass on to new teachers or to have as a SENCo record.

This Gymnastics pack includes 9 lesson plans, an expectations sheet that differentiates three ways and flashcards for different moves that can be demonstrated in this unit. Perfect for Lower Key Stage 2, each lesson plan contains learning objectives, a warm up, development task and composition task before a cool down activity. Each section also has tips for the teacher in red italics. The 28 flashcards have images and descriptions of different movements they might want to cover in the unit. All files are in PDF format. lks2 ks2 year 3 year 4 outstanding key stage two

Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your KS2 students about food and its connection to geography and technology? Do you want to help them learn about nutrition, sustainability, sourcing and processing of food? If so, this food unit is perfect for you! This unit consists of eight outstanding lessons that cover the following topics: ★ Food groups and balanced diets ★ James Lind and scurvy ★ Food miles and products ★ Consequences of food choices ★ Fairtrade principles and products ★ Ingredient sourcing and processing ★ Chocolate production and history ★ Food technology skills and evaluation 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 and food technology. The lessons also include links to videos, images and websites that enhance the learning experience and provide additional information. This food unit is ideal for Key Stage 2 students who are interested in food 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 and food technology lessons. The unit can be used as a standalone topic or as part of a wider theme, such as health, environment or global issues. Download this food unit today and treat your students to a delicious and educational journey through the world of food! You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 DIG FOR VICTORY Food Technology Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons ☆ KS2 Chocolate Unit - 5 Outstanding Geography Lessons ☆ KS2 Fairtrade Unit - 5 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, food, geography, food technology, nutrition, sustainability, sourcing, processing, key stage two

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 Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com KS2 History year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 knowledge skills lks2 uks2

This Humanism RE unit is an ideal addition to your half-term curriculum, offering a fantastic opportunity for students to delve into this intriguing religion and compare it with others such as Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, or Judaism. Throughout the six fully resourced and meticulously planned lessons, children will gain a profound understanding of Humanist beliefs and how they differ from other religions. Engaging activities will prompt students to reflect on their actions and morals, fostering a deeper appreciation of ethical values. As a creation of an experienced Religious Education subject lead, these lessons have been extensively tested in a real classroom with KS2 students. Their effectiveness and outstanding quality align perfectly with Ofsted’s observation criteria, ensuring a meaningful and enriching learning experience. Unlock the potential of your RE lessons with this exceptional Humanism unit. Empower your students with valuable insights into a diverse range of beliefs, encouraging tolerance and understanding in today’s multicultural society. Invest in their spiritual growth and moral development with these thought-provoking lessons. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage your students and make your RE lessons stand out. Elevate your KS2 Religious Education with this comprehensive Humanism unit and provide your students with a truly enriching educational experience. Included is: 6 Lesson Plans 6 PowerPoints Christianity vs Humanism Activity Sheet Starter Activity Golden Rules Across Religions Poster My Golden Rule worksheet Humanism Story Comparing Baby Ceremonies Comparing Baby Ceremonies (Humanist Statements LA sheet) Comic Strip Stories Story notes Humanist Belief Display Cards Lessons: L.O: To understand and explain the beliefs of humanists. L.O. To compare humanist beliefs to other beliefs. L.O: To learn how the ‘Golden Rule’ differs from religion to religion. L.O: To reflect upon the connections between a moral story and the beliefs of some humanists. L.O: To consider and write a suitable reflection for a humanist to use in the light of a natural disaster. L.O. To describe a humanist baby welcoming ceremony and compare it to a Christian baptism. L.O. To explain some of the moral beliefs of many humanists. **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.** KS1 KS2 LKS2 UKS2 Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y1 Y2 outstanding ofsted observation religious education

Kick off your KS2 geography with a bang with this Fairtrade unit. There are five lessons and bonus resources to fill your half term with exciting and thought-provoking lessons. This has previously been tested with Year 4 and Year 5 in a real school, however it is suitable and easily adaptable across Key Stage 2. Each lesson comes with a detailed lesson plan with a starter, main input, main activity and plenary. There is also a PowerPoint with updated links and interesting questions to ask your class. Lesson 1: L.O.: to understand what fair trade is and know where Fairtrade food comes from. Success Criteria: I can discuss what Fairtrade is. I can explain why someone should buy Fairtrade products. Lesson 2 L.O.: To be able to make a poster to persuade people to buy fair trade produce. Success Criteria: Know why fair trade products are 'a good buy’ and how they help some of the poorest people in the world. Use persuasive language to encourage people to buy fair trade products Lesson 3 L.O.: To know about some of the countries that make fairtrade goods and share information with others through drama Success Criteria: Know where my country is on a world map Know about the people who live there, including their religion and languages Know about the climate in my country Be able to talk about fair trade projects in my country Lesson 4 L.O.: To know about energy saving and how we can protect the planet through an effective speech. Success Criteria: I know where some of the energy used in my home comes from I understand how energy is wasted at home and at school I can say why we need to save energy Lesson 5 L.O.: To be able to discuss open ended questions linked to the unfair distribution of water Success Criteria: Listen to others- don’t interrupt If you want to talk, hold out your hand Respond to what others have said Try to join in This unit includes: ✸ x5 Lesson plans ✸ x5 PowerPoints ✸ World map ✸ Fairtrade Packaging ✸ Story of a banana ✸ Cacao Tree Information Sheet ✸ Photos of Fairtrade workers ✸ Diary writing worksheet ✸ Poetry writing worksheet ✸ The journey of a raisin worksheet ✸ Discussion sentence starters Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Tags: ofsted geography topic theme history countries world flags fair trade rights equality PSHE Key Stage Two y3 y4 y5 y6 year 3 year 6 discussion

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This fantastic phonics assessment system has been created by experienced KS1 specialists to make baseline and following assessments simple and easy to communicate with other staff. This assessment starts at Phase 2 and tests through to Phase 6. Teachers just need to point at each sound and word and get children to read each one. If a child gets it right, it can be checked off. Previously, I have created one of these booklets for each child and placed in a folder for TAs to ‘pick up and go’ as interventions or early morning work. This allows teachers to immediately show progression for pupil progress interviews and can then be passed on to the next teacher to see what gaps children have. eyfs reception fs1 fs2 year 1 ks1 jolly phonics read write inc phase letters and sounds

This handy one-page tracker is designed to simplify your Year 1 guided reading assessments, saving you valuable time while providing a clear snapshot of each child's progress. Key Features: ★ Foundational and Conceptual Targets: Track both phonics skills (accuracy, fluency, and application) and comprehension abilities (with support, independently, and supporting others) to gain a holistic view of reading development. ★ Highlight Achieved Targets: Easily mark progress by highlighting or ticking off mastered skills, allowing for quick visual reference. ★ Comprehensive Information: Record book title, colour band, date, key questions for discussion, and detailed observations all in one place. ★ Streamlined Assessment: Quickly assess and evaluate students' reading abilities during guided reading sessions. ★ Individualised Learning: Identify areas of strength and areas for further development to tailor your instruction. ★ Free Download: Easily accessible and ready to print, making it a valuable addition to your Year 1 teaching toolkit. Perfect for: Year 1 teachers, reading specialists, and teaching assistants looking for a user-friendly and effective way to track guided reading progress.

A 22-page PDF of 44 different handwriting task cards. Great for early finishers to practice in their handwriting book or for a challenge area.

A board game suitable for KS1 about medicines. Great to use to introduce the topic of drugs to PSHE. Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 KS2