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A range of high quality resources to enhance the teaching and learning at KS2 & KS3 level (age 7-14). Welsh second Language, National test revision and numeracy / literacy activities taught across the curriculum are our specialty :)

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A range of high quality resources to enhance the teaching and learning at KS2 & KS3 level (age 7-14). Welsh second Language, National test revision and numeracy / literacy activities taught across the curriculum are our specialty :)
An introduction to Science Fiction writing for KS2.
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An introduction to Science Fiction writing for KS2.

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A stimulating and engaging presentation to help introduce and engage learners in KS2. The suggested final task in this lesson is a paired activity using pictures to stimulate a short (oral) story. See the exciting bundle offer for a complete unit of work which focuses on writing within the Science Fiction genre!
Writing An Interview Script - The Beatles 1960's. Complete unit of work - Cross Curricular Literacy.
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Writing An Interview Script - The Beatles 1960's. Complete unit of work - Cross Curricular Literacy.

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This is an opportunity to introduce an engaging unit of work based on 'The Beatles'. The final task focuses on writing an interview text between a reporter and a member of 'The Beatles'. This resource is aimed at upper KS2 pupils (Years 5&6) but could also be used with years 7&8. There are good opportunities for focused research on the musician of your choice. This resource also includes a highly stimulating initial PowerPoint presentation, suggestions for success criteria, a model interview script with Sir Paul McCartney and a KWL grid. This resource will take several sessions to complete and all materials can be modified to suit your needs.
Writing a biography of a famous person- David Walliams. Complete Unit of Work with FREE reading test.
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Writing a biography of a famous person- David Walliams. Complete Unit of Work with FREE reading test.

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Children just love the original and exciting books written by David Walliams! This is an opportunity to introduce an engaging unit of work based on writing the biography of a significant children's author. This resource is aimed at upper KS2 pupils (Years 5&6) but could also be used with years 7&8. There are opportunities for focused research, proof reading, writing in chronological order and producing a final piece of biographical writing. This resource also includes a highly stimulating initial PowerPoint presentation, suggestions for success criteria, a national reading test style comprehension and a KWL grid. This resource will take several weeks to complete and all materials can be modified to suit your needs. Learning objectives: LO: To activate prior knowledge and establish areas for further study LO: To research further details about a significant author using different sources LO: To write in chronological order using paragraphs LO: To proof-read texts, checking for the correct punctuation, grammar and spelling LO: To write for a clear purpose - Biographical writing.
David Walliams - Biography proof reading activity (Yr 5&6). Find & correct the SPaG. Differentiated
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David Walliams - Biography proof reading activity (Yr 5&6). Find & correct the SPaG. Differentiated

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LO: To proof-read texts, checking for the correct punctuation, grammar and spelling Read the biography, underline the spelling and grammatical errors. Write the corrections above. 3 Levels of differentiation: MAT (More able) AA (Middle) BS (Lower) This resource is aimed at upper KS2 pupils (Years 5&6) but could also be used with year 7. See the bundle offer for a complete unit of work which focuses on writing a biography of David Walliams’ life.
KWL Grid for a famous person (Afl). Thinking and literacy skills.
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KWL Grid for a famous person (Afl). Thinking and literacy skills.

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Learning objectives: LO: To activate prior knowledge and establish areas for further study Blank KWL grid suitable for learners in KS2. Ideal assessment for learning activity when finding out about a famous person Pupils should add their knowledge to the grid throughout the term. K - What I Know W - What I want to know L - What I have learnt
Healthy Living and Food Resource Pack - Cross Curricular Activities
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Healthy Living and Food Resource Pack - Cross Curricular Activities

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A range of tried and tested resources for developing the teaching and learning of Healthy living / Food within the KS2 classroom. (Ages 7-11) Resources include: *A starter quiz plus introductory PowerPoint about food groups. *Group thinking skills tasks *Writing about the day in a life of a healthy/unhealthy person using a storyboard. *Counting calories to plan healthy meals (Maths) *Matching food to their groups using pictures and an eatwell plate. *5-a-day activities *KWL grid
Healthy & Unhealthy Food / Life Choices -  Group Task, Thinking Skills
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Healthy & Unhealthy Food / Life Choices - Group Task, Thinking Skills

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Learners work collaboratively in order to brainstorm which foods and lifestyle habits are healthy or unhealthy. There is an option for other groups to rotate papers to build on each others ideas. (A3 paper recommended) Each group will produce two final storyboard tasks showing what they consider to be a day in the life of a healthy person and unhealthy person. These activities will need to take place over several lessons to produce the best outcome. Learning Objectives: *To work together in small groups to answer problems *To write and share ideas about healthy and unhealthy food/habits. *To use ideas to make storyboards using words and pictures.
Healthy Eating Lesson Resources KS2 - Counting Food Calories. Numeracy Across the Curriculum.
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Healthy Eating Lesson Resources KS2 - Counting Food Calories. Numeracy Across the Curriculum.

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Resource 1 - What do I know about the food I eat? This worksheet starts with some questions about basic food facts and then requires some research to find out about the different food groups. Resource 2 - Food Calorie Chart Provides information about the recommended daily intake of calories, fats, sugar salt etc, for men women and children aged 5-11. Resource 3 - Food calorie chart restaurant. This is a sample restaurant menu showing the calorific values of the food. Pupils should choose meals and work out the values of the calories consumed! (Numeracy Across the Curriculum). Suitable for years 4, 5 & 6
Olympic Maths - Sorting Sports within Venn Diagrams. KS2 - Differentiated options.
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Olympic Maths - Sorting Sports within Venn Diagrams. KS2 - Differentiated options.

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LO: To represent data using Venn diagrams. Learners cut out the Olympic sports symbols to correctly place them in the correct position on the Venn diagrams. Learners can be given suitable criteria to sort the sports or create their own. e.g. Sports that use water, sports that use a ball, team sports, contact sports etc. A list of sample criteria is also included with this resource. Differentiated options - Venn diagrams with 2 or 3 sets. Differentiated options - Limit the amount of symbols used for each group. Differentiated options - Learners cut out or draw the symbols.
1960's Topic Cross Curricular Activities - Literacy & Numeracy
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1960's Topic Cross Curricular Activities - Literacy & Numeracy

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Suitable for upper KS2 pupils (8-11). Resources include: *1960’s starter presentation. *1960’s Icons ‘Who am I?’ presentation. *1960’s Comprehension activity. *Writing an interview with one of ‘The Beatles’. *Martin Luther-King speech writing (I have a dream…) *Measuring perimeter of 60’s icons *KWL grid.
Maths Co-ordinates Paired Activity KS2. 4 levels of differentiation
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Maths Co-ordinates Paired Activity KS2. 4 levels of differentiation

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LO: To use co-ordinates to specify location Paired Yes/No games – You have a number of chances to guess the location of the hidden treasure! Two sheets needed per pair. Each pupil marks their treasure and their partner takes turns to guess the location. ALN (Simple) BS (Lower) AA (Middle) MAT (More able) - 4 Quadrants
The Great Plague / Tudors - Model text for diary writing. KS2 (Year 4, 5 & 6). Power Words included
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The Great Plague / Tudors - Model text for diary writing. KS2 (Year 4, 5 & 6). Power Words included

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Learners should study the model text and produce their own fictional diary entry from a person living in the Tudor era (1665) in the time of the Great Plague. ] A slide showing a list of suggested power / wow words is also included. The second activity requires research skills to check historical facts LO: To write a diary entry giving a description of London during the plague. LO: To use research skills to check historical facts