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!

A stimulating and engaging lesson / presentation to positively engage learners in KS2 / lower KS3. The suggested final task in this lesson is a written activity. Learners use the pictures to stimulate some descriptions of different characters in a science fiction story. See the exciting bundle offer for a complete unit of work which focuses on writing within the Science Fiction genre!

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.

A stimulating and engaging lesson / presentation to positively engage learners in KS2 / lower KS3. Learners use the pictures to stimulate some ideas for exciting plots, problems and solutions within a science fiction story. The suggested final task in this lesson is a matching activity based on the graphic Novel, 'The War Of The Worlds' originally by H.G Wells. See the exciting bundle offer for a complete unit of work which focuses on writing within the Science Fiction genre!

Resource includes differentiated daily practice sheets for this spelling sound and a display sheet for the whiteboard which could be printed out for use in group games etc. Used with lower KS2 (Ages 7-9) but applicable to learners across the key stage. A blank spelling sheet and word search are also included with this resource.

A stimulating and engaging lesson / presentation to positively engage learners in KS2 / lower KS3. The suggested final task in this lesson is a written activity. Learners use the vocabulary square to stimulate powerful words and phrases for use in a science fiction story. See the exciting bundle offer for a complete unit of work which focuses on writing within the Science Fiction genre!

National Reading Test style practice papers suitable for KS2 students in year 4, 5 and 6. Questions based around a short biography of the famous Children's author. Answers also included. Also see the premier bundle package which includes NINE tests! National Reading Test practice for KS2 Wales. Yr. 4, 5 & 6. (Nine tests)

This resource includes a stimulating initial PowerPoint presentation, a sample biography and suggestions for effective success criteria. This resource is aimed at upper KS2 pupils (Years 5&6) but could also be used with years 7&8. See the bundle offer for a complete unit of work which focuses on writing a biography of David Walliams’ life.

These activities have been used with Year 4, 5 & 6 to reinforce the practice of well formed, cursive handwriting. They were integrated into guided reading lessons as a separate reinforcement task. Tasks: Pupils copy individual words and sentences based on a variety of stimulating people and topics. 1. Jonah Lomu 2. David Walliams 3. Neil Armstrong 4. The War of the Worlds 5. The boy who cried wolf!

A stimulating and engaging lesson / presentation to positively engage learners in KS2 / lower KS3. The suggested final task in this lesson is a written activity using pictures to stimulate the writing of a short story. (Max 100 words.) See the exciting bundle offer for a complete unit of work which focuses on writing within the Science Fiction genre!

LO: To describe a character using similes and other effective language. Reading and listening activity which has been tried and tested in the classroom in upper KS2. Use exciting language to write an effective description of Count Dracula. Looking for more? Also see the premier bundle package which includes a full unit of work!

A set of worksheets aimed at lower KS2 (Year 3/4) to encourage the development of mental arithmetic skills through different thought processes. Group 1 - How many ways can you make totals up to 20, using different operations? Group 2 - How many ways can you make totals up to 50, using different operations? Group 3 - How many ways can you make totals up to 100, using different operations? The three sheets are included in one downloadable document.

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

A unit of work which focuses on the ancient myth of Prometheus and Pandora (Pandora's Box). A range of tried and tested materials that are suitable for upper KS2/ Lower KS3. The following resources are attached, including: *Overview of the unit, as used in class/brief. *An animated video link (from when Pandora was created) *Short PowerPoint presentation showing images of the main characters (for descriptive writing.) *Differentiated comprehension tasks *Use of alternative words (synonyms). *Power words and special phrases worksheets *Vocabulary grid for collection of key words *Model text for a drama/play script activity *Model text for retelling the story from Pandora's perspective or creating an entirely new ending. *Writing planning sheet *Example success criteria for writing a new ending (WMG)

A unit of work based around writing a balanced argument - Should young children be using social media? This resource includes an engaging set of activities which has been tried and tested in the classroom in upper KS2, but could be used with other age groups. Video clip, worksheets, vocabulary lists, presentations, a model text and sample success criteria (WMG) included.

Pupils measure the shapes (1960’s objects) on the worksheets and calculate the perimeter in decimals. The images are popular 1960’s icons and memorabilia. BS (Lower) - Measure the squares and rectangles to the nearest cm AA (Middle) - Measure the squares and rectangles to the nearest decimal in cm MAT (Higher) - Measure the squares, rectangles and circles* to the nearest decimal in cm *A small piece of string is needed to measure the perimeter of the circle. Pupils correctly add up all the sides to find the perimeter. A simple video link to allow pupils to recap on the method required to work out the perimeter of polygons has also been included. LO: To measure the perimeter of shapes

A full unit of work based around creating a talent show - This is a rich task aimed at embracing the principles of the new curriculum. This resource includes an engaging set of activities which have been tried and tested in the classroom in KS2, but could be used with other age groups. Video clips, worksheets, suggested activities, presentations, a plan for your show, job descriptions and evaluation materials are included. A comparison is made between 1960’s talent shows and the modern day format. This was used at the end of a topic based around the 1960’s.

Learners cut out the foods and stick them on the plate template ensuring they match the correct food groups. Introduction PowerPoint also included to engage learners. Extension tasks - Look at the table of foods and decide/ research which quantities and types make up part of your 5-a-day (Fruit & Vegetables). All worksheets included. Tried and tested classroom resource.Please note - images are clip art

A series of lessons/activities based on building a description of a rivers journey using personification and imagery from a first person perspective (You are the river describing your journey from source to mouth.) This is a tried and tested classroom resource. Pupils should build their ideas using the learning resources provided and use the model text to write an effective description. A model text, vocabulary activities, a planning template and a copy of the success criteria for writing an effective description is also included. This resource could be used with older pupils. *Please note the video clip is open source material.