Martin Luther King Jr. was an American Baptist minister and activist who was a leader in the Civil Rights Movement. He is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights using nonviolent civil disobedience based on his Christian beliefs. Interactive 'Prezi'; tutorial activity for secondary students Also includes: SMSC questions, Employability and Learning framework and Literacy question.

A recent survey reported that over 50% of people in Western Countries make New Year’s resolutions, but only 8% will actually achieve their resolutions for the year. What are resolutions and how do you make sure you achieve yours? nteractive resource developed in prezi Can be used by small groups, individuals or by parents. Includes employability and learning skills framework, plus literacy or numeracy activity.

A simple introduction to Critical Thinking. It focuses on questioning in order to arrive at a theory. Using information about the mysteries surrounding the Nazca lines, in Peru, learners are asked to develop a theory which explains this phenomenon. It includes consideration of the existence of aliens as well as theories advanced by recognised experts in this area. There are inevitable light-hearted factors for this reason! The mantra here is to remain open-minded until you have the evidence to form an opinion, to challenge what you know and be prepared to investigate what you don’t. There are opportunities for further investigation and a presentation on the topic at the end of the session. This resource is part of THREE Critical Thinking resources. It could be used as part of a study skills activity. Ideally aimed at KS4 and beyond, though elements could be easily adapted for KS3 learners.

Friday March 24th is Comic Relief! Are you taking part? Will you be raising money?Or giving it? Why is it important to donate? Why is it important to remember people who need help? Interactive resource developed in prezi. Can be used by small groups, individuals or by parents. Includes employability and learning skills framework.

World Space Week is held every year from October 4th-10th. It is an international celebration of the contribution that space, science and technology has made to the human race. This year's theme is 'Exploring New Worlds in Space'. Tutorial resource in prezi that looks a some of the challenges faced in becoming an astronaut. Includes transferable skills question.

Healthy Eating Week is all about raising awareness for the ‘The British Nutrition Foundation’, and how to eat more healthily, & thanks to this, live a better life! The BNF want to encourage and promote, healthy eating and drinking habits, being physically active, cooking from scratch as opposed to eating out and eating ready-made, processed food. Interactive resource in prezi, suitable for individuals, small groups, whole classes or for parents. Includes video material. Aimed at KS3 or KS4

'Independence Day' celebrates the birthday of the United States of America and the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776. A day of picnics and patriotic parades, a night of concerts and fireworks, and a reason to fly the flag. Tutorial activity in prezi. Suitable for both vertical and horizontal tutor groups. Includes Employability and Learning framework, plus SMSC questions.

Tutorial activity in prezi based around a short video clip of Usain Bolt discussing his goals. Students have the opportunity to set both short and long term goals for their time both in school and out. Suitable for both horizontal and vertical tutor groups. Includes PDF worksheet.

This Critical Thinking resource examines how to develop a line of enquiry. It is the second session in three separate Critical Thinking resources. It reinforces the need to challenge what we learn by asking questions which provide further information as well as to establish the validity of what has been discovered. It does this via 6 steps: Step 1: What do we know already? Step 2: Why is it important to the enquiry? Step 3: Who agrees with the theory? (and why?) Step 4: Who disagrees with the theory? (and why?) Step 5: What else do we need to investigate? Step 6: What do I believe? The resource uses a light-hearted approach by focusing on the mystery of the Loch Ness monster and examines the theories behind the legend. At the end, learners apply what has been learned to produce a presentation which outlines their theories. It’s suitable for KS4 and above, though could easily be adapted for KS3.

Powerpoint tutorial activity based around a video clip of the Prime Minister responding to the Westminster terrorist attack on March 22nd 2017. Suitable for both horizontal and vertical tutor groups Includes a British Values discussion and SMSC question

This is the third Critical Thinking resource and focuses on the need for logical reasoning. It establishes the concepts of the premise and conclusion as the basis of a logical argument. It also highlights 4 “logic traps” - the non sequitur, generalisation, assumption and irrelevance. These principles are applied to the legend of Atlantis as a light-hearted approach to creating a logical argument. There are opportunities to evaluate the logic of ‘experts’ who have written on this topic. This approach offers opportunities to conduct further independent study to do the same thing. (There are a lot of theories out there!). Finally, learners are challenged to create their own logical argument on the Atlantis legend. This resource could be used for KS4 learners and beyond, though it could be adapted for KS3 easily.

The Invictus Games, created by Prince Harry, is an event for wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women. It is being held in Toronto, Canada from 23rd September to 1st October 2017. Contains video stimulus and reading activity. Tutorial in prezi. Suitable for KS2/3; whole class, small groups and individuals

National Curry Week takes place from 9-15 October 2017. It involves curry restaurants, caterers and curry lovers across the UK celebrating the dish with dinners, record breaking attempts, raffles, auctions and all manner of events designed to help combat poverty across the South Asian continent and worldwide. Tutorial resource in prezi. Suitable for individuals or groups. Includes recipe activity.

If you’re an absolute choc-aholic, you’ll love Chocolate week. This year it's set to be bigger and better than ever, with chocolate tasting and chocolate making demonstrations being held around the country. Includes video clip and quiz activity.

It has been over 400 years since William Shakespeare died in 1616. Shakespeare Week is a national annual celebration of his life and work, aimed at primary aged students. This resource in prezi includes: an infogram, videos and a quiz. Suitable for individuals or groups.

Wimbledon begins on Monday July 3rd. The tournament lasts a fortnight and is a key event in the British summer of sport. Held at the All England Club in Wimbledon, London since 1877, Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, and widely considered the most prestigious. Tutorial activity in prezi. Suitable for both vertical and horizontal tutor groups. Includes Numeracy activity and Employability and Learning framework, plus SMSC questions.

After months of rumours and speculation the 13th Doctor has at last been revealed.. Jodie Whittaker has been announced as the new 'Time Lord' - the first woman to be given the role. Tutorial activity in prezi. Suitable for both vertical and horizontal tutor groups. Includes Transferable Life Skills framework, plus SMSC questions.

Topical interactive 'Prezi; tutorial activity for secondary students Ten question quiz based on Donald Trump becoming President of the USA Suitable for both horizontal and vertical tutor groups Includes two pdf documents: a question and an answer sheet Also includes: SMSC questions, Employability and Learning framework, British Values discussion, Reading activity and Numeracy question.