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.
The Royal Wedding 2018
Contains short video recap of the event, plus British/Christian values discussion.
Interactive presentation in prezi.
Suitable for individuals and groups.
Aimed at KS2 / KS3
World Mental Health Day 2018: October 10th
This year’s theme is young people and mental health in a changing world.
In the UK, 1 in 4 people, in any given year, will experience a mental health issue
Interactive resource in Prezi
Suitable for K3/4
Can be used by groups, individual learners and parents
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.
Whenever we face a challenge we can also face stress.
Research has shown that two thirds of us experience a mental health problem in our lifetimes, and stress is a key factor in this.
Stress can paralyse us, or it can be used to help us reach our goals.
The pressure of challenges like exams or tests can often trigger stress.
But what is stress and how can we cope with it?
Interactive resource in prezi
Suitable for individuals, small groups or parents
Aimed at KS3 or KS4
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.
March 8th is International Women’s Day, an important day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural & political achievements of women and call for gender parity.
Every person can play a part in helping drive better outcomes for women.
This year’s theme is 'Press for progress;
Interactive resource developed in prezi
Contains 4 short films and infographic stimulus material
Can be used by small groups, individuals or by parents.
World Environment Day, held on June 5th, is the a day for doing something to take care of the Earth
That “something” can be done locally, nationally or globally; it can be on your own or in a group. Everyone is free to choose.
Interactive resource in prezi
Contains short video, infographic, British Values discussion question and opportunity for learners to vote
Suitable for KS2
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.
Topical interactive 'Prezi; tutorial activity for secondary students
Ten question quiz based on Valentine's Day
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.
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
May is National Walking Month.
And May 15th is the start of 'Walk to School Week'.
The idea is to encourage young people to walk to school to stay healthy and improve mental well-being.
Tutorial activity in prezi.
Suitable for both vertical and horizontal tutor groups.
Includes Reading activity and Employability and Learning framework.
A tutorial looking at the key election pledges form the Conservative, Labour and Lib Dem parties.
Part 2 of 2, dealing with Housing, the Environment, Tax & Spending and Foreign Policy
Tutorial activity in prezi.
Suitable for both vertical and horizontal tutor groups.
Includes Employability and Learning framework.
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 current events in politics, media, sport etc.
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.
Topical tutorial activity for secondary students
Ten question quiz based on current events in politics, media, sport etc.
Suitable for both horizontal and vertical tutor groups
Two pdf documents provided: a question and an answer sheet
A further 'prezi' resource is available that also includes: SMSC questions, Employability and Learning framework, British Values discussion, Reading activity and Numeracy question.
Topical tutorial activity
There are 10 multiple choice questions around the religious themes that connects Pancake Day, Mardi Gras, Ash Wednesday, Lent and even Palm Sunday. Lent and associated events have both a religious and cultural significance for the UK and many other countries around the world.
Suitable for both horizontal and vertical tutor groups
Two pdf documents provided: a question and an answer sheet
Tutorial / Assembly activity in powerpoint
Based on today's news story re. Nigel Farage
Asks students to vote on a key question
Provides further follow up questions, if required, in the notes section of powerpoint