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!
Elevate your geography lessons with this Key Stage 2 lesson focusing on Human and Physical Features. This resource provides a comprehensive package, featuring a lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, and engaging activity sheets. Designed to cultivate a deep understanding, students will learn to identify and differentiate between human and physical geographical features on a map. The lesson uses practical application, as children employ their newfound skills to create their own map. For added challenge, an extension activity prompts the identification of features on a map of London using compass points.
Resource Highlights:
★ Lesson Plan: A detailed guide for a seamless teaching experience.
★ PowerPoint: An engaging visual aid to reinforce concepts and spark curiosity.
★ Activity Sheets: Thoughtfully designed sheets for interactive and hands-on learning.
★ Practical Application: Move beyond theory as students create their own maps with identified features.
★ Extension Activity: Challenge students with an additional task that explores features on a map of London using compass points.
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Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Human Features, Physical Features, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Map Identification, London Map, Compass Points, Education.
This is a lovely set of woodland clip art that will brighten up your classroom or teaching resources. The images are in light, relaxing colours that create a calm and soothing atmosphere. You will get 13 images in PNG format with transparent backgrounds, so you can easily layer them on any background of your choice. The images include:
A cute elephant with tusks
Four smaller birds in different colours and poses
A pink pig front facing
A grey boar with curly tail
A pigeon with a white chest and red beak
A sitting reindeer with antlers and white chest
A standing stag with majestic antlers
An orange fox with white chest
A brown fox with a white chest and a black nose
A cockrel with a red comb and golden colours
These clip art images are perfect for creating woodland-themed activities, posters, worksheets, stickers, labels, cards, and more. You can use them for personal or commercial use, as long as you give credit to me and link back to my TES shop. Please see the terms of use included in the download for more details
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I hope you enjoy using these woodland clip art images in your teaching. Please leave a review and let me know what you think. Thank you!
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Are you looking for a fun and engaging lesson on painting with different brushstrokes for your key stage 1 pupils? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes everything you need to teach this topic in a creative and interactive way.
This resource pack contains:
★ A detailed lesson plan that outlines the learning objective, success criteria, starter activity, main input, main activity, differentiation, plenary and item list.
★ A PowerPoint presentation that supports the main input and plenary, with key questions to ask the pupils. It also includes images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques.
★ A vocabulary picture matching sheet that helps the pupils to learn some words related to painting, such as brushes, thick, painting, palette, bristles, primary colours, thin, gentle, brushstrokes, handle.
★ A challenge vocabulary matching sheet that tests the pupils’ understanding of some words related to painting, such as colour, shade, stroke, etc. The pupils need to match the word/picture to the definition.
This resource pack is suitable for Key Stage 1 children and covers the following skills and knowledge:
★ How to rinse and clean a paintbrush using water and a paper towel.
★ How to use the dip, dip, dab method to apply paint, using water, paint and a palette.
★ How to make a range of marks by stroking the brush on the paper, such as curved, straight, dotted, etc.
★ How to use different colours and shades to create different effects.
★ How to observe and describe paintings that use different techniques and colours.
This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your pupils to explore and experiment with painting with different brushstrokes. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lesson a masterpiece!
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Are you looking for a fun and engaging lesson on painting with a paintbrush for your key stage 1 pupils? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes everything you need to teach this topic in a creative and interactive way.
This resource pack contains:
★ A detailed lesson plan that outlines the learning objective, success criteria, starter activity, main input, main activity, differentiation, plenary and item list.
★ A PowerPoint presentation that supports the main input and plenary, with text boxes for the teacher to read and key questions to ask the pupils. It also includes images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques.
★ Examples of paintings sheets that show some paintings that use different techniques and colours. You can use these sheets as a reference or print them out and display them in the classroom.
★ Questions about paintings sheet that contains some questions to test the pupils’ understanding and appreciation of the paintings. You can use this sheet as a worksheet or as a discussion prompt.
This resource pack is suitable for KS1 children and covers the following skills and knowledge:
☆ How to identify the parts of a paintbrush: the handle, the ferrule and the bristles.
☆ How to hold and use a paintbrush correctly, with a relaxed grip and the bristles pointing downwards.
☆ How to use the dip, dip, dab method to apply paint, using water, paint and a palette.
☆ How to create different shades of colours by adding more or less water or paint.
☆ How to observe and describe paintings that use different techniques and colours.
This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your pupils to explore and experiment with painting with a paintbrush. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lesson a masterpiece!
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Are you looking for a way to spice up your geography lessons and inspire your KS2 students? Do you want to cover the key concepts of compass directions, human and physical features, and physical features of the UK in a fun and interactive way? If so, this bundle of outstanding geography lessons is perfect for you!
This bundle includes 3 comprehensive and engaging lessons, each with a detailed lesson plan, a captivating PowerPoint presentation, and a range of activity sheets. The lessons are designed to help your students develop their geographical skills and knowledge, as well as their creativity and critical thinking. The lessons are:
☆ KS2 Compass Directions: In this lesson, students will learn about the cardinal and intercardinal points of the compass and how to use them to write directions for a journey on a map. They will also practice their map reading and direction writing skills with a practical application task. An extension activity is included to challenge early finishers.
☆ KS2 Human and Physical Features: In this lesson, students will learn to identify and differentiate between human and physical geographical features on a map. They will also create their own map with identified features using their imagination and creativity. An extension activity is included to challenge students with a map of London using compass points.
☆ KS2 Physical Features of the UK: In this lesson, students will learn about the main physical features of the UK, such as mountains, rivers, lakes, and coasts. They will also explore how these features affect the climate, wildlife, and human activities in different regions. An extension activity is included to challenge students with a quiz on the physical features of the UK.
By purchasing this bundle, you will save 22% compared to buying each lesson individually.
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This bundle is ideal for teachers who want to deliver outstanding geography lessons that are both informative and enjoyable. Your students will love learning about the world around them with these resources!
Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Compass Directions, Human Features, Physical Features, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Map Reading, Map Identification, Map Creation, London Map, UK Features, Education.
Celebrate and learn from the stories of famous disabled people in history and today with this engaging and inclusive lesson for disability history month. This lesson covers the following learning objective and success criteria:
Learning objective: To learn about the lives and achievements of some famous disabled people in history and today, and how they overcame the challenges and barriers they faced.
Success criteria: By the end of the lesson, you will be able to:
★ Name some famous disabled people in history and today and describe their disabilities and accomplishments.
★ Compare and contrast the experiences and opportunities of disabled people in different historical periods and contexts.
★ Express your opinions and feelings about the stories of famous disabled people and how they inspire you.
This resource pack includes:
★ A detailed lesson plan with clear instructions.
★ A PowerPoint presentation with slides for the starter, main teacher input, main activity, and plenary.
★ Eight famous disabled people cards with information and images of Helen Keller, Stephen Hawking, Frida Kahlo, Ludwig van Beethoven, Stevie Wonder, Alex Zanardi, Aaron Fortheringham, and Warwick Davis.
★ A presentation criteria sheet with a checklist.
This lesson is designed to develop the students’ knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of disability as a natural and diverse part of human life, and to inspire them to pursue their goals and dreams, and to support disability equality and inclusion in their school and community. It also supports the development of the students’ research, presentation, and communication skills, as well as their critical thinking and creativity.
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Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your KS2 students about the physical features of the UK? Do you want to help them develop their geographical skills and knowledge using interactive tools and activities? If so, this outstanding geography lesson is perfect for you!
This resource includes a detailed lesson plan, a captivating powerpoint and a range of activity sheets to support your teaching. In this lesson, your students will:
★ Learn about the different types of physical features of the UK, such as mountains, rivers, lakes, coasts and islands.
★ Watch a video that shows the diverse and beautiful terrain of the UK from different perspectives.
★ Use Google Maps to compare and contrast different areas of the UK and the amount of physical features in each area.
★ Discuss how physical features could affect the use of the area, such as tourism, agriculture, industry and transport.
★ Create a presentation to compare the differences between East Anglia and Cumbria for someone coming to the UK, using a guidelines sheet to help them structure their work.
★ Extend their learning by comparing two other areas of their choice and their physical features, using a template to help them organise their information.
This resource is designed to meet the National Curriculum objectives for geography at KS2, and to develop your students’ curiosity and fascination about the world and its people. It is also suitable for cross-curricular links with English, ICT and PSHE.
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Transform your geography lessons with this outstanding KS2 lesson on Compass Directions. This resource is designed to engage and educate, offering a well-structured lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, and activity sheets that guide students through the cardinal and intercardinal points of the compass. Beyond theory, this lesson encourages practical application as children utilise their newfound skills to write directions for a journey on a map. An extension activity is included to challenge early finishers.
Resource Highlights:
★ Lesson Plan: A comprehensive guide to ensure a seamless and impactful teaching experience.
★ PowerPoint: A visually engaging presentation that brings the concept of compass directions to life.
★ Activity Sheets: Thoughtfully designed sheets that facilitate hands-on learning and application.
★ Practical Application: Move beyond theory as students apply compass skills to map reading and direction writing.
★ Extension Activity: Challenge early finishers with an additional activity that reinforces the lesson’s objectives.
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Bring history to life with this captivating KS2 Class Assembly on The Stone Age. This resource is a comprehensive package featuring a well-crafted script, music links, a dance routine, song lyrics, thought-provoking poems, interactive activities, and a storytelling short play. Immerse your students in the world of the past with a presentation that combines information with entertainment.
Resource Highlights:
★ Script: A meticulously crafted script that makes learning about The Stone Age enjoyable.
★ Music Links: Enhance the atmosphere with music links that transport your audience to ancient times.
★ Dance Routine: Incorporate movement and creativity into the assembly with a lively dance routine.
★ Song Lyrics: Enrich the assembly with the Stone Age version of We Will Rock You, complete with lyrics for a sing-along experience.
★ Poems: Thoughtful and engaging poems add a poetic touch to your Stone Age assembly.
★ Activities: Interactive activities ensure whole class participation and demonstrate prior Stone Age work.
★ Storytelling Short Play: Exciting short play that brings history to life.
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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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Discover the enchanting tale of ‘People of the Rainbow’ a heartwarming story that teaches children the importance of embracing diversity and celebrating individuality. In the magical town of Harmonyville, each unique Rainbow Person represents a different color, coming together to create a vibrant tapestry of unity. Follow Ruby, a little Rainbow Girl, as she learns that change is a beautiful part of life and that, just like the colors of the rainbow, every person is special in their own way. This engaging and uplifting story encourages children aged 8 and above to appreciate differences, fostering a message of love, acceptance, and harmony. Perfect for promoting inclusivity in the classroom!
Get ahead in your teaching career with our two NPQH exemplar application forms.
This resource is designed for experienced primary teachers aiming to apply for the National Professional Qualification for Headship.
It includes a two example answers for each question on the application form, aligned with the following standards:
✹ Section 1: Experience and performance as a senior leader with particular respect to improvement at a strategic level (Strategy and Improvement)
✹ Section 2: Increasing Capability – Self and others
✹ Section 3: Teaching and Curriculum Excellence
✹ Section 4: Working in Partnership
✹ Section 5: Efficient and effective management of Resources
✹ Section 6: Assessment of Leading with Impact
Elevate your career with our expertly crafted materials.
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Are you ready to take the next step in your educational career and step into a leadership role? Our Successful NPQSL Application Form Example for primary teachers is the ideal resource to help you on your journey.
This comprehensive example application form is meticulously crafted to provide you with a clear roadmap for applying to the National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL).
These example questions and answers cover:
✹ Why would you like to complete the Programme with (Programme provider)?
Please provide a specific, recent example to show how you are ready for the next step in school/education setting leadership
✹ Please provide a specific, recent example to show how you are ready for the next step in school/education setting leadership.
✹ Write about how teaching and learning (including curriculum and assessment) is important for you to develop in your role and explain how this will impact on pupils and staff at your school or education setting.
✹ Please provide your best two recent examples of leadership roles where you have led a team across the whole school, and explain how they demonstrate your success as a senior leader.
✹ Please identify what you feel are your key areas for development as a senior leader and thereby what you hope to gain by attending this programme.
With the NPQSL qualification, you’ll gain the expertise and knowledge needed to excel in leadership roles within the education sector. Whether you’re looking to move into a senior leadership position, enhance your leadership skills, or prepare for new challenges in the field, our sample application form will serve as your trusted companion.
Unlock your leadership potential, take the next step in your career, and demonstrate your readiness for senior leadership roles with our Successful NPQSL Application Form Example. Start your journey towards educational leadership success today.
Ready to step up to the Upper Pay Scale? This comprehensive toolkit provides everything experienced primary teachers need to create a standout UPS application.
What’s Inside:
Successful Application Form Template: Model your application after a proven format, ensuring you hit all the key points.
Aligned Evidence Examples: Showcase your “highly competent,” “substantial,” and “sustained” skills with concrete, standards-aligned evidence.
Expert Guidance: Tips and strategies to present your achievements confidently and effectively.
Unlock Your Earning Potential: Demonstrate your value and secure the pay increase you deserve.
Invest in Your Future: Take the next step in your teaching career today!
Ideal for: Primary teachers in England and Wales seeking UPS advancement.
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These reading comprehension sheets are designed for Key Stage 2 (KS2) students and are based on the popular book, The Creakers by Tom Fletcher. Each chapter has 30 questions based around Vocabulary, Inference, Prediction, Explanation, Retrieval and Summarising (VIPERS) to help students improve their reading comprehension skills. This bumper pack of worksheets include 930 questions across 186 worksheets and their answers on a separate document.
These worksheets also incorporate retrieval practice, which has been shown to be a highly effective way of improving memory and recall. By regularly practicing recalling information from memory, students can better retain and understand the material they are studying.
These outstanding comprehension sheets are perfect for teachers looking to support their KS2 students in developing their reading comprehension skills. They can be used as part of a classroom lesson or as homework assignments. With VIPERS and retrieval practice included, these sheets provide a comprehensive approach to reading comprehension that will benefit students of all abilities.
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Swim into the new term with this ocean animals dance unit.
Used across 6 lessons, this unit comes with 6 detailed lesson plans that are suitable for KS1.
Created by an experienced PE subject coordinator, these lessons have been rated Outstanding by PE professionals and leadership teams.
Files included:
✸ x6 lesson plans
✸ Underwater scene pictures
✸ Links to music for all lessons
✸ Mat signs for warm up
Lesson 1:
L.O. To explore the underwater world and convey its essence through movement.
• I can perform a variety of movements using different body parts.
• I can describe the ideas and emotions conveyed in my dance.
• I can collaborate effectively with my classmates during the dance.
Lesson 2:
L.O. To explore the ocean environment through movement and music.
• I can effectively perform various underwater body shapes with my partner.
• I can choreograph a brief sequence of underwater movements with my partner.
• I can recall key elements of ocean life and creatures while dancing.
Lesson 3:
L.O. To explore the theme of underwater friendship through dance and movement.
• I can perform movements in unison with my partner.
• I can communicate and share ideas with my partner.
• I can create actions that express the theme of underwater friendship in our dance.
Lesson 4:
L.O. To explore the underwater world and express it through movement and dance.
• I can perform underwater movements in sync with my partner.
• I can effectively communicate and share ideas with my partner.
• I can create movements that portray the underwater world in our dance.
Lesson 5:
L.O. To create a short dance sequence that represents the theme of the ocean.
• I can create a short dance sequence.
• I can express the theme of the ocean through my dance.
• I can structure my dance with a clear start, middle, and end.
Lesson 6:
L.O. To create ocean-inspired dance phrases using counting, explore repetition in dance sequences, and perform dances that convey feelings.
• I can create a dance phrase using counting.
• I can demonstrate repetition in my dance.
• I can express feelings through my dance.
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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).
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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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Dive into creativity with our Water-themed Art Lesson Bundle! Explore 5 engaging lessons, including Paul Klee and Hokusai studies, shade techniques, and collage with texture.
Unleash your students’ artistic potential with our comprehensive Water-themed Art Lesson Bundle. This collection of 5 enriching lessons invites creativity to flow as students delve into the captivating world of water-inspired art.
Lesson 1: Paul Klee Line Drawing
Discover the unique artistry of Paul Klee through captivating line drawings. Uncover his techniques and create your own masterpiece.
Lesson 2: Hokusai’s Great Wave Study
Dive into Hokusai’s iconic “Great Wave” masterpiece. Explore colour, movement, and symbolism while crafting your rendition of this celebrated artwork.
Lesson 3 & 4: Shades, Tints, and Tones
Master the art of colour manipulation with two lessons dedicated to shades, tints, and tones. Explore the interplay of colours in water-themed contexts.
Lesson 5: Collage and Texture
Immerse in the tactile world of collage. Enhance your artwork with stitching techniques that add texture and depth, breathing life into your water-themed creations.
Included in this bundle:
☆ Detailed lesson plans for each session.
☆ Engaging PowerPoint presentations for visual learning.
☆ Step-by-step instructions for activities and projects.
☆ Artistic examples to inspire and guide.
☆ Vocabulary integration to expand artistic understanding.
Whether it’s Klee’s intricate lines, Hokusai’s waves, or mastering shades and collage, this bundle offers a comprehensive exploration of water-inspired art. Elevate your students’ artistic journey with this meticulously curated bundle!
Discover the captivating world of collage art with our insightful lesson plan and PowerPoint presentation. This lesson delves into the realm of texture and pattern creation, equipping students with the skills to craft visually captivating collages.
In this lesson, students will:
☆ Embrace the concept of collage art and its components.
☆ Discover suitable background materials for their projects.
☆ Combine textures and colours that align with their chosen themes.
☆ Develop techniques for securing materials and layering textures.
Key elements of this lesson include:
☆ A comprehensive starter that introduces the concept of collage art, focusing on texture, colour, and pattern.
☆ A main activity where students actively create textured backgrounds for their collages, with a central station offering an array of materials.
☆ Additional activity suggestions for enhancing details using threads, wool, beads, and more.
☆ A reflective plenary segment to evaluate students’ progress and encourage peer sharing.
☆ Assessment strategies encompassing material application, colour and texture choices, as well as peer interaction.
☆ Vocabulary integration to deepen students’ understanding of key artistic concepts.
Included: A detailed lesson plan and an engaging PowerPoint presentation.
Great for supply teachers, transition or just a one off collage lesson for primary aged pupils.
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