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World Book Day: 10 incredible Primary-aged books and how to use them in class
World Book Day is here. To celebrate, we’ve pulled together 10 incredible and inspirational authors for you to shout about in class or at home.
21 simple reading corner ideas your pupils will adore
Looking to spice up the reading going on in your classroom? Use our 21 simple reading corner ideas to inject a bit of excitement and a lot of inspiration.
You’re only a teacher when you’ve passed this quiz
From common acronyms to curriculum questions, we’ve got 15 questions that will confirm your status as model teacher or leave you questioning your career.
23 easy, alternative World Book Day activity ideas
World Book Day 2020 is fast approaching; instead of scrambling to put together a programme of activities, use some of ours!
Outdoor learning activities: 57 fun and engaging ideas
Taking your class into the great outdoors? Here is a longlist of 57 outdoor learning activity ideas for KS1 and KS2, covering English, maths, science, ICT and more.
Craft: How to make a 3D hot air balloon
Fly up, up and away with how to craft a hot air balloon. Our guide to this simple homemade hot air balloon includes a full video and equipment list.
14 fun outdoor maths activities
It’s not always easy to create excitement around maths, but with these fun outdoor maths activities, it’s a cinch! Try them out today.
29 guided reading activities
Effective guided reading takes a whole lot of planning. Let us lift some of that load with our list of 29 guided reading activities.
Children’s Mental Health Week: Express yourself worksheet
A free downloadable resource for parents or teachers that helps a child explore their feelings and emotions, and learn to express them.
Children’s Mental Health: 22 tips from experts in education and science
Addressing children’s mental health is as important as ever. We spoke to over 20 experts in science and education to find out how we can bring about better outcomes.
A guide to independent learning in the classroom
Everything you need to know about independent learning in primary schools, including strategies and tips for enhancing the right skills in your pupils.
Colour and shading fractions worksheet
Use these free downloadable worksheets to explore fractions with your KS1 pupils. Children can label fractions or colour in their own.
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A guide: Scratch coding for kids
Thinking about using Scratch coding in the classroom? We’ve got a simple low-down on what Scratch coding is, as well as how it can be used in the classroom.
Craft: Make an Easter scene spinner
Get arty and learn about the important religious events of Easter with this fun scene spinner craft made in just a few steps.
Teaching problem solving skills in the classroom
Problem solving skills aren’t just good for future scientists or mathematicians, so how can educators teach problem solving skills in the classroom?
5 strategies for building self-esteem and confidence in school
Now more than ever, the self-esteem and confidence levels of our children is so important. Here are 5 strategies for building them both.
Craft: How to make simple egg carton flowers
Use up those old egg cartons and tin can with this fun way to make simple egg carton flowers. Includes video and step-by-step guide.
13 International Women’s Day celebration ideas in schools
Looking to celebrate International Women’s Day in school? We’ve got a list of 13 easy-to-implement activities to celebrate IWD with your pupils.
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