1. Smarties pants
What is it? A chart to record the results of a data-handling investigation
Who is it for? 14-16s
Why is it hot? Tantalising pictures of Smarties tubes add colour to worksheets on which children count and record data.
bit.lySmartiesPants
2. Lost in space
What is it? A planning sheet to create a brochure for holidays in outer space
Who is it for? 5-7s
Why is it hot? It taps into younger children’s fascination with galaxies beyond our own.
bit.lySpaceHols
3. Eye player
What is it? A PowerPoint introducing different parts of the eye
Who is it for? 5-7s
Why is it hot? Photos and diagrams clearly explain the eye’s structure and function.
bit.lyEyePlayer
4. Questions, questions
What is it? An observation sheet with space for comments on aspects of questioning
Who is it for? Whole school
Why is it hot? Structured and uncomplicated, this makes it easy to track the variety of questions used in a lesson.
bit.lyQuestionsQuestions
5. Origami unfolded
What is it? Handouts that demonstrate how to use paper to make shapes, including a 3D hexagon-based football
Who is it for? 7-13s
Why is it hot? Hands-on, ready to print and easy to use.
bit.lyOrigamiOrigins
6. Laser teaser
What is it? Presentations on making a mobile phone stand by laser cutting
Who is it for? 11-13s
Why is it hot? Boosts students’ motivation by helping them to create something they can use.
bit.lyLaserTeaser
7. Words made flesh
What is it? A literacy display for physical education vocabulary
Who is it for? 11-16s
Why is it hot? A must-have for any PE department, these attractive word-of-the-week posters cover many key phrases and terms.
bit.lyPELiteracy
8. Pillars of wisdom
What is it? Presentation and handouts introducing the Five Pillars of Islam
Who is it for? 11-13s
Why is it hot? With detailed information sheets and a drama-themed plenary, this is a thoughtful and lively approach.
bit.lyIslamIntroduction
9. Laws and order
What is it? A presentation on Newton’s laws and momentum, with a collection of worksheets
Who is it for? 16-18s
Why is it hot? Older students can engage in a playful way with these crucial concepts by making paper aeroplanes.
bit.lyLawsAndOrder
10. Thought police
What is it? Activity sheets for psychology on eyewitness testimony and interviewing
Who is it for? 14-16s
Why is it hot? Helps students to understand how witnesses can be influenced by leading questions.
bit.lyInterviewMastery.
