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

Explore the world of shading and colour mixing in these comprehensive art lessons. Our resources include two detailed lesson plans and PowerPoint presentations. Students will learn to mix paints to create unique shades of blue, then yellow and red, delve into the interplay of light and dark tones, and seek creative advice from their peers. They will also learn the differences between powder paint and ready mixed paint and how to use them sensibly. This engaging session encourages artistic growth while fostering a deep understanding of colour dynamics. Objective 1: To increase awareness about shading and develop skills in colour mixing and painting. Objective 2: To practise and develop skills in powder paint mixing and painting. Success Criteria 1: ☆ Mix paints to produce at least three new shades of blue. ☆ Generate shades darker and lighter than the "pure blue.“ ☆ Seek advice from classmates on recreating specific colours they find appealing. Success Criteria 2: ☆ Mix powder with water to create paint. ☆ Aim for smooth paint consistency without lumps. ☆ Experiment with adding varying amounts of white to create new shades. Tags: KS2, KS1, artist study, one off, back to school, transition, supply, outstanding, observation, ofsted, water theme, interview, easy to follow, step by step

Discover the artistry of our ancestors with the Neolithic Cave Painting Art Lessons, tailored for KS2 students. This art package is designed to integrate the historical intrigue of the Stone Age with practical art skills. Key Features: ☆ Fully Resourced: Comes with all necessary materials for each lesson, making it easy to engage students. ☆ Professionally Planned: Developed by an experienced art lead, the lessons are well-structured for effective learning. ☆ Visual Presentations: Each lesson includes a PowerPoint presentation to illustrate concepts and inspire students. ☆ History Meets Art: Perfectly complements a Key Stage 2 Stone Age curriculum, deepening students’ historical awareness through art. Lesson Overview: ☆ Understanding Cave Paintings: Students investigate the ancient practice of cave painting, learning about its historical context and methods. ☆ Creating Cave Paintings: Students apply their knowledge by making their own cave paintings, starting with the background and adding their unique touch. In these two lessons, students not only learn about Neolithic art but also experience the creative process firsthand. It’s an excellent way to combine art and history, providing a memorable educational experience that encourages curiosity about our prehistoric past. Suitable for the entire KS2 range, these lessons offer a meaningful exploration of both subjects. ks2 key stage 2 year 3 year 4 y3 y4 lesson plan plenary starter challenge art and design history Stone Age Neolithic Paleolithic

Are you looking for a fun and creative way to teach your KS1 students about space? Do you want to spark their imagination and curiosity while developing their artistic skills? If so, you might be interested in this space art unit that consists of five outstanding lessons! This space art unit is designed to help children learn about space through various art forms, such as sketching, collage, and clay modelling. Each lesson has a clear learning objective, success criteria, and a PowerPoint presentation to guide you and your students through the activities. You will also find a list of materials and resources that you will need for each lesson. The space art unit covers the following topics and skills: ★ Lesson 1: Sketching aliens from imagination and memory, using light and dark lines, dots, and dashes to create effects. ★ Lesson 2: Creating a final drawing of an alien, based on the sketches from lesson 1, using colour and shading to add detail and depth. ★ Lesson 3: Making a collage of planets in a space night sky, using a variety of materials and textures, such as paper, foil, fabric, and glitter. ★ Lesson 4: ★ Lesson 5: Designing and making a clay alien, based on the drawings from lesson 2, using different tools and techniques to create pattern and texture. This space art unit is suitable for KS1 or early KS2 students, and can be easily adapted to suit different abilities and interests. It can also be extended to 7 lessons if you would like to paint the clay aliens after they have dried. This space art unit is a brilliant way to inspire your students to learn about space while creating some fantastic artwork that they can be proud of. It is also a great opportunity to develop their creativity, imagination, and fine motor skills. We hope you enjoy this space art unit and that your students have a blast exploring space through art! You may also be interested in… ☆ KS1 How to Use a Paintbrush - Outstanding Art Lesson ☆ KS1 Art Unit: Exploring Mark Making Techniques and Drawing Skills - x6 Lessons ☆ KS1 African Art 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. Tags: space art, space art unit, space art lessons, KS1 space art, KS1 art art lessons, art unit, space theme, space collage, clay aliens, sketching aliens, drawing aliens, space facts, space trivia, explore education, y1 art, y2 art, year 1 art, year 2 art, year 3 art

Good News! is a 4 lesson RE unit that teaches children about what good news is and what parables are in the Bible to spread good news. Perfect to use with Understanding Christianity (the Gospel unit in KS1), this set of lessons are a great starting point to help children understand how Christians live their lives based on the Christian Values that are explained in the Bible. Learning Objectives: To define and identify good news, and create collages representing their own good news stories. To generate ideas about what Jesus might say that was good news and create newspaper headlines based on their ideas. To identify and discuss a good news story from the Bible and explain why parables were used by Jesus as a teaching method. To explain how the story Jesus told teaches people to live as Christians, connecting it to Christian values. Files included: ✝ 4 Lesson plans ✝ 4 PowerPoints ✝ 3 Examples of good news ✝ Newspaper headlines worksheet ✝ The Good Samaritan story ✝ The Prodigal Son story ✝ Houses worksheet ✝ The Parable of the Two House Builders Tags: RE, relgious education, understanding christianity, gospel, key stage one, key stage 1, ks1, good news, newspaper, parables, bible stories, christian beliefs, christianity

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

Bring some Christmas joy to your classroom with these 3 Christmas Poetry 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. Children will create their own Christmas poems - starting with learning all about rhyming words and creating rhyming phrases to creating an acrostic poem to writing a free verse poem all about the five senses (see, hear, touch, smell, taste) at Christmas. Each PowerPoint is easy to follow and guides the teacher through from starter, main input to task and plenary. Resources included: x3 lesson plans x3 PowerPoints (one for each lesson) Christmas Poem Template (for support) The Magic of Christmas poem x3 Acrostic poem templates (with and without lines) Christmas Acrostic poem example (for modelling) Christmas Senses Pictures Senses Inside and Outside at Christmas worksheet Lesson 1: L.O. I can use rhyming words to create a Christmas poem. Success Criteria: I can recognise rhyming words when saying them out loud. I can create a rhyming poem about Christmas I can create excitement through poetry. I can add other literary features (e.g. conjunctions, adjectives, similes). Lesson 2: L.O. I can use rhyming techniques to write an acrostic poem. Success Criteria: I understand different poem genres. I can use rhyming to create a poem. I can use techniques to create rhyming phrases with key words. I can use neat presentation and handwriting. Lesson 3: L.O. I can use my five senses to describe Christmas. Success Criteria: I understand different poem genres. I can use rhyming to create a poem. I can use techniques to create rhyming phrases with key words. I can use effective adjectives to describe the senses at Christmas time. y5 y6 outstanding reciprocal y3 y4 year 5 year 6 ks2 religious education Christianity xmas santa snow festive reciprocal reading activities english literacy writing creating poetry verse

Dive into the fascinating world of magnets and explore the forces that make them so captivating with this comprehensive LKS2 Magnets and Forces Science Unit. Designed to engage and educate young learners, these six outstanding lessons cover essential topics such as friction, magnetic poles, magnetic materials, and magnet strength. Through hands-on experiments, interactive activities, and thought-provoking discussions, students will develop a solid understanding of magnetism and its practical applications. Lesson 1: Friction and Movement on Different Surfaces Discover the role of friction in movement as students compare how things move on various surfaces. Through investigations and recording their findings, students will gain insights into the importance of friction and factors influencing it. Lesson 2: Exploring Friction in Electricity Investigate the concept of friction in the context of electricity. Students will test different materials to find the best one for keeping a map on a car dashboard without it falling off. Through experiments and analysis, they will understand the impact of materials and their frictional properties. Lesson 3: Forces Between Magnets Observe the forces of attraction and repulsion between magnets. Students will explore magnetic poles, conduct experiments, and record their observations to develop a general understanding of magnetic forces. Lesson 4: Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Materials Explore magnetism and classify everyday materials based on their magnetic properties. Through hands-on activities, students will differentiate between magnetic and non-magnetic materials, gaining a deeper understanding of magnetism. Lesson 5: Practical Uses of Magnets Discover the practical applications of magnets in everyday life. Students will research and present information about the uses of magnets, identify magnetic materials, and discuss their significance in practical situations. Lesson 6: Testing Magnet Strength Investigate and compare the strength of magnets through fair tests. Students will plan and conduct experiments, record data, and use scientific vocabulary to explain their findings regarding magnet strength. Engage your students with these outstanding lessons that combine scientific exploration and interactive learning. By the end of this unit, students will have a solid understanding of magnetism, magnetic fields, and the properties of magnetic materials. They will also develop critical thinking skills through hands-on experiments and creative activities. Equip your LKS2 learners with a strong foundation in magnetism with this comprehensive science unit. Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 gravity for kids worksheet facts ppt lesson revision year 3 year 4 year 5

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

Do you want to teach your UKS2 students how to write playscripts based on a classic Christmas story? Do you want to help them develop their drama skills, creativity and imagination? If so, this A Christmas Carol playscripts unit is perfect for you! This unit consists of five writing lessons that cover the following objectives: ★ Identify key features of a play script. ★ Act out a playscript with the use of a director. ★ Set the scene for drama effectively. ★ Plan an effective playscript including use of stage directions. ★ Write an effective playscript including use of stage directions. 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 writing and drama. The lessons also include links to videos, images and websites that enhance the learning experience and provide additional information. This unit also includes: ★ WAGOLL Playscripts ★ Playscript of A Christmas Carol ★ A Christmas Carol - Chapter 1 ★ Scaffolding planning sheets ★ Stage photos to describe ★ Differentiated checklists ★ Starter grammar activities This unit is ideal for UKS2 students who are interested in playscripts and A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. It is also suitable for teachers who want to save time and effort in planning and delivering high-quality writing and drama lessons. The unit can be used as a standalone topic or as part of a wider theme, such as Christmas, Victorian era or moral values. Download this A Christmas Carol playscripts unit today and treat your students to a festive and educational journey through the world of drama! You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 Christmas Poetry Unit - 3 Lessons, PowerPoints, Resources ☆ KS2 Guided Reading - Haunted Christmas ☆ UKS2 Guided Reading - 'Twas the Night Before Christmas 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. Tags: UKS2, playscripts, writing, drama, A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens, Christmas, Victorian era, moral values, upper key stage 2, key stage two, year 5, year 6, y5, y6

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!

Empower your students’ rounding abilities with our comprehensive set of Blank Number Lines for Rounding. These invaluable resources are specifically designed to support students in developing a strong understanding of rounding by visually representing the numbers on a number line. Our Blank Number Lines provide a clear and structured framework for students to practice rounding to the nearest whole number, decimal place, or any other specified rounding interval. Each number line is strategically designed to identify multiple points on either side of the given number, facilitating a more precise and accurate rounding process. Using these blank templates, students can actively engage with the concept of rounding by placing the target number on the number line and identifying the closest whole number or decimal value based on the specified rounding criteria. This hands-on approach promotes a deeper comprehension of rounding principles and helps students visualize the relationship between numbers. By utilizing these Blank Number Lines for Rounding, students will: Develop a solid grasp of rounding techniques by locating numbers on a visual scale. Enhance their ability to identify and distinguish numbers within a given interval. Strengthen their understanding of how rounding impacts values at different decimal places. Gain confidence in applying rounding principles to real-life scenarios. Whether you’re teaching whole numbers, decimals, or more complex rounding concepts, our Blank Number Lines provide a versatile tool to support student learning at various levels. These printable resources are ideal for in-class exercises, homework assignments, maths centers, or individual practice. Don’t let rounding become a challenge for your students. Empower them with the visual precision of Blank Number Lines for Rounding and witness their rounding skills flourish. Download this invaluable resource now and bring accuracy and confidence to your maths lessons!

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!

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

This A4 PDF contains a blank clock (without numbers) and an hour and minute hand to stick on and use. You could also add them using a split pin and laminate so that children have their own clock to use for a low cost. Brilliant for role play or learning to tell the time. ks1 ks2 maths clock telling the time

This versatile intervention tracker is designed to streamline your intervention tracking process for students across all year groups. Whether you’re a teacher, teaching assistant, or intervention specialist, this comprehensive tool will help you monitor progress, identify areas for improvement, and demonstrate the impact of your interventions. Key Features: ☆ Universal Applicability: Suitable for all year groups, making it a valuable resource for any primary or secondary school. ☆ Comprehensive Tracking: Monitor progress in key areas such as reading, writing, maths, phonics, speech and language (S&L), and social and emotional development (S&E). ☆ Clear Structure: Organized by week and day, allowing for detailed tracking of daily or weekly interventions. ☆ Progress Monitoring: Easily track student progress using a simple coding system (J = Met the learning objective, L = Needs more practice). ☆ Individualized Focus: Record specific learning objectives (LO) for each student and track their attainment. ☆ Reflection and Planning: Dedicated space for notes on progress, impact, challenges, and next steps. ☆ Data-Driven Decision Making: Use the collected data to inform future interventions and instructional strategies. Benefits: ☆ Streamline Intervention Tracking: Simplify your record-keeping and save valuable time. ☆ Evidence-Based Practice: Gather concrete evidence of student progress to inform your teaching and intervention strategies. ☆ Improved Communication: Easily share progress with colleagues, parents, and other stakeholders. ☆ Enhanced Student Outcomes: Identify and address learning gaps effectively, leading to improved academic and personal development. Ideal for: Teachers, teaching assistants, intervention specialists, SENCOs, and school leaders. Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 KS1 KS2 LKS2 UKS2

This two-page PDF displays all the Early Learning Goals for the new EYFS curriculum. Perfect to accompany and help with planning and observations. This can be either printed over two sides of A4 or one side of A3. FS2 Foundation Stage EYFS Early Years Foundation Stage ELGs

Explore Spain and the UK with our “Comparative Geography Lesson.” This resource helps students compare cultures, trade, and travel. They’ll learn about similarities, analyze connections, and discuss how geography influences everything. Activities: ☆ Compare traditions and languages. ☆ Explore trade and travel routes. ☆ Understand how geography affects culture, trade, and travel. The lesson starts with an engaging intro. Then, students learn about Spain and the UK. They compare cultures and trade, discussing geography’s role. In Activity 1, students work together on cultural cards. They share what’s special about each place. Activity 2 has students tracing routes on maps and discussing connections. Activity 3 explores how geography impacts everything they’ve learned. The lesson ends with a group discussion. Students share what they’ve discovered. We’ll assess their understanding based on participation, discussing connections, and considering geography. This resource includes a lesson plan, PowerPointcards, maps, worksheets, and discussion ideas. Help students learn about Europe’s connections with our “Comparative Geography Lesson”!

Explore European geography and culture with our engaging lesson from the European Geography series. This lesson enhances students’ understanding of European countries and their unique characteristics using maps, atlases, globes, and digital tools. Start with a map activity to identify countries, followed by an exploration of Europe’s diverse landscapes, history, culture, languages, and landmarks. Activities include labeling countries, locating geographical features, and interactive mapping. Assess engagement, accuracy in locating countries, and understanding of characteristics. Resources include lesson plan, PowerPoint, printed and digital maps, atlases, globes, and digital mapping tools. Deepen students’ knowledge of European countries and their distinct attributes, fostering appreciation for Europe’s diversity and cultural richness. Tags: Outstanding, observation, interview, lesson, PowerPoint, year 3

Discover the world of line drawing techniques with our comprehensive Paul Klee lesson. Dive into the realm of diverse lines, pencil pressures, and their subtle yet impactful artistic effects. In this lesson: ☆ Introduction to sketchbooks and their uses. ☆ Analysis of Paul Klee’s line usage. ☆ Practical demonstration of creating light lines. ☆ Guided sketchbook activities for hands-on learning. ☆ Optional observational drawing using newfound skills. ☆ Plenary for constructive peer feedback and artwork display. ☆ Clearly defined success criteria and relevant vocabulary. ☆ Assessment through thoughtful sketchbook review. Included in this product: ★ Lesson plan ★ PowerPoint ★ Key questions about Paul Klee ★ Examples of student work Empower students to broaden their artistic abilities. A valuable resource for educators seeking a comprehensive art lesson.