The Unfair Game: SATs Arithmetic Survival (Year 6) Looking for a fun, low-prep way to revise arithmetic during the final week before half term? The Unfair Game: SATs Arithmetic Survival is a Halloween-themed revision game designed for Year 6 pupils. Children work in mixed-attainment teams to solve a range of SATs-style arithmetic questions before facing a suspense-filled Trick or Treat round. The twist? Every team starts with 10 points and, after answering correctly, must decide whether to KEEP or GIVE AWAY a mystery points card. The hidden value could be a tasty positive bonus or a nasty negative trick! This game encourages: Arithmetic fluency Mental maths Mathematical reasoning Discussion of strategies and methods Teamwork and communication Perfect for: End of half-term fun SATs revision sessions Whole-class arithmetic practice Halloween-themed maths lessons What’s included: Interactive PowerPoint game SATs-style arithmetic questions Trick or Treat mystery point rounds Opportunities for mathematical discussion and reasoning A high-energy revision activity that keeps pupils engaged while consolidating key arithmetic skills ahead of SATs. The unpredictable scoring system means every team stays in the game until the very end!

Bring excitement and competition to SATs revision with Springtime SPaG Sabotage - a high-energy, interactive “unfair game” designed specifically for Year 6 pupils preparing for the KS2 Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling (GPS) SATs. This engaging resource combines exam-style SATs questions from the 2026 paper with a unique unpredictable points system, ensuring maximum participation, discussion and motivation across the whole class. Pupils work collaboratively in teams to answer questions, but the “unfair” element means points can be kept, given away or even lost - keeping everyone on their toes and fully involved throughout. No prep - group just need a whiteboard Fully aligned with KS2 SATs expectations Encourages discussion, reasoning and exam technique Perfect for revision lessons, interventions or end-of-term engagement WHAT’S INCLUDED A full set of SATs-style SPaG questions Clear teacher instructions for easy delivery A structured unfair points game format Opportunities for discussion and reasoning Engaging, seasonal theme to boost motivation SKILLS COVERED Punctuation (commas, colons, semi-colons, apostrophes) Grammar terminology Sentence structure Verb forms and tenses Formal and informal language SATs-style question interpretation HOW IT WORKS Pupils are organised into teams and answer questions collaboratively using whiteboards. Correct answers allow teams to control the points, choosing to keep or give them away, while incorrect answers pass the opportunity to another group. This structure ensures: All pupils stay engaged Misconceptions can be addressed through discussion Confidence builds through repetition and explanation PERFECT FOR SATs revision lessons SPaG boosters and interventions End-of-term activities Whole class or small group sessions WHY TEACHERS LOVE IT This isn’t just another worksheet - it transforms revision into a competitive, memorable experience while still maintaining a strong focus on exam technique and accuracy.

This resource contains questions that did not feature in Reasoning 1 in the 2026 SATS. This could be used as a revision tool for the 2027 paper and keep learning fun. A fun, engaging and highly interactive reasoning game designed to prepare Year 6 pupils for SATs whilst encouraging mathematical discussion and teamwork. Pupils work in mixed-attainment teams to solve a range of SATs-style reasoning and problem-solving questions. Teams earn points not only for arriving at the correct answer but also for explaining and justifying their mathematical thinking. The game encourages children to: Develop mathematical reasoning skills Explain and justify methods Use mathematical vocabulary accurately Compare different strategies Build confidence with SATs-style questions Work collaboratively Perfect for: SATs preparation Whole-class reasoning lessons Maths revision sessions End-of-term activities Booster groups What’s included: Reasoning and problem-solving challenges Opportunities for discussion and debate Collaborative team-based learning SATs-style mathematical thinking Simple scoring system to maintain engagement This resource turns reasoning practice into an exciting team challenge where children’s thinking, discussion and mathematical communication take centre stage.

Make grammar revision unforgettable with The Unfair SPaG Game – the brilliantly unpredictable classroom quiz that’s perfect for Year 6! Designed for maximum engagement, this interactive PowerPoint game transforms standard SPaG practice into a high-energy team challenge packed with laughter, strategy, and suspense. Ideal for KS2 SATs prepand intervention End-of-term games What’s Included: A fully interactive PowerPoint with 25 SPaG questions (SATs-style), hidden point system: some big, some small, some…negative! A score strategy twist — teams can keep or give points after each correct answer. Colourful game show-style design. Why Teachers Love It: ✔ Ready to use no prep needed ✔ Sparks team talk and collaboration ✔ Adds fun and risk to revision ✔ Flexible for small groups or whole class

Transform reading culture across your school, or at home with this Reading Challenge Bingo resource pack -designed for EYFS, KS1 and KS2 aged children. Each stage includes its own age‑appropriate bingo grid, packed with fun, accessible and achievable reading challenges that motivate even the most reluctant readers. This digital product gives you everything you need to run a high‑impact whole‑school reading competition, including a list of resources you will need for the main winning prize, table‑top celebration signs,photo props and a ‘Do Not Disturb!’ door hanger for added excitement. I recommend printing all of these resources on card so yo can use them again and again. Whether you want to run the challenge per year group (as we did) or across a whole smaller primary, the structure is flexible, adaptable and proven to engage. This resource has been so successful for us and I cannot recommend enough this whole school approach.

The Water Tower by Gary Crew – Year 5/6 English Planning Pack Overview: This unique English lesson series explores the mysterious and atmospheric picture book The Water Tower by Gary Crew and illustrated by Steven Woolman. Aimed at upper Key Stage 2 (Year 5/6), these lessons harness the book’s rich visual and textual storytelling to develop pupils’ inference, comprehension, descriptive writing, and critical thinking skills. Whats included: PPT’s and books slips for 7 x 1 hour sessions, but could be spread over a longer time as there is so much to explore Targetted Year 5/6 spelling practice daily Diagnostic session for characterising speech *Text deconstruction of the book over three lessons Skills build up for a main write Mini writes built in to help with assessment Character description session Characterising speech final write. SEND scaffolds (where needed for my class) Peer marking and assessment opportunities throughout This book is always a highlight in my classroom, and has the children engaged throughout. Great for boys writing groups and SEND because of the illustrations and hidden messages. I would recommend ordering the actual book because the orientation and they way its presented is clever and adds a whole other layer to classroom discussions. This is a must, if you are looking for a great hook into writing! There is a follow up book which is a great end to the unit- of course its another cliff hanger though! Planned and delievered with great success by an English Lead.

Rain Player Writing Unit – Year 5/6 (WTS , SEND Inclusive) This comprehensive writing unit is built around Rain Player by David Wisniewski and is perfect for Year 5/6 classes and Teachers who require a characterising speech outcome. Carefully structured to develop writing stamina and quality outcomes, this unit was taught alongside a Maya topic and contributed to a high-quality moderated piece of writing. What’s Included: 15 x PPTS Book Slips Word Mats Waggolls SEND and WTS differentiated work Diagnostic tasks to assess starting points Targeted skills practice focused on characterising speech and developing narrative techniques Mini writes to build confidence and fluency A fully scaffolded main write Editing and publishing stages to refine and celebrate work SEND-adapted resources designed to support accessibility and engagement for all learners This unit is ideal for teachers seeking a clear, progressive sequence that builds writing competence while linking meaningfully to the wider curriculum. It’s especially effective for lower WTS writers and includes varied supports and differentiation to ensure every pupil can succeed in characterising speech. I couldn’t find a unit of work for this book, so I made my own and the outcome was one of the best ones this year. I hope others can also make use of these resources.

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Revise KS2 arithmetic with laughter, strategy, and a little bit of chaos! The Unfair Arithmetic Game is a fast-paced, PowerPoint-based maths challenge designed to help Year 6 pupils revise for the SATs in a fun, engaging way. With 30 SATs-style questions, teams compete to earn points — but there’s a twist! Each question carries an unexpected outcome: teams might gain big, lose everything, or get hit with a silly challenge. It’s “unfair” in all the best ways and perfect for building maths confidence while having a great time. What You’ll Receive: 1x PowerPoint game file (.pptx) 30 ready-made arithmetic questions with animated slides Built-in scoring rules and instructions Editable so you can tweak or add your own questions Ideal For: KS2 SATs arithmetic revision Year 6 end-of-term maths activities Small group or full class team games Maths interventions Tutor sessions and booster groups Key Features: Fully interactive PowerPoint (no printing required) Aligned with KS2 arithmetic topics (fractions, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals) Encourages teamwork, mental maths, and strategy Designed by a UK primary teacher Fun, classroom-friendly humour How It Works: This is a digital download – no physical product will be shipped. After purchase, you’ll instantly receive the full PowerPoint game file, ready to use.