If this week’s top 10 downloads from TES Connect are anything to go by, students should expect fantasy, intrigue and conspiracy in the next few weeks. They’ll also get to work finding synonyms, which we’re sure will be just as hotly anticipated...
1. Rated reading
What is it? Checklists of assessment criteria to record students’ progress in reading
Who is it for? 5-11s
Why is it hot? These easy-to-use, descriptive sheets are separated by sub-levels.
bit.lyRatedReading
2. Witching hours
What is it? Planning and resources for four lessons on 17th-century witch hunts
Who is it for? 7-11s
Why is it hot? This comprehensive resource pack includes guided lesson plans, informative PowerPoints and interesting activities.
bit.lyWitchingHours
3. Le Docteur, c’est qui?
What is it? A French test where students must match questions and answers from an interview with the new Doctor Who
Who is it for? 14-16s
Why is it hot? It’s an unusual and entertaining activity with follow-up comprehension tasks.
bit.lyDoctorWhoDeconstructed
4. Mindboggling maths
What is it? A collection of 31 different maths questions
Who is it for? 7-11s
Why is it hot? Students will be motivated to use investigative skills to solve these problems, which are ideal lesson starters.
bit.lyMindbogglingMaths
5. Thinking fun
What is it? Forty-nine ideas for how to get students thinking
Who is it for? 5-11s
Why is it hot? A great morning activity for testing imagination and communication skills.
bit.lyThinkingFun
6. Famous finances
What is it? A PowerPoint revealing who earns what. Beyonce is one of the featured celebrities
Who is it for? 11-16s
Why is it hot? A cross-curricular resource that can be adapted for differentiated activities.
bit.lyFamousFinances
7. Staging success
What is it? Worksheets, handouts and a PowerPoint about stage management
Who is it for? 16-18s
Why is it hot? Well-presented summaries of key aspects of life in the theatre.
bit.lyStagingSuccess
8. The unmentionables
What is it? A lesson on censorship including a PowerPoint presentation and other supporting resources
Who is it for? 11-14s
Why is it hot? Vivid examples of censorship are brought to life by creative activities.
bit.lyTheUnmentionables
9. Seeking synonyms
What is it? Sixty synonym cards for matching and grouping
Who is it for? 11-14s
Why is it hot? It’s an effective way to develop vocabulary.
bit.lySeekingSynonyms
10. Water world
What is it? Resources for a teaching unit on rivers
Who is it for? 7-11s
Why is it hot? Clearly planned objectives and activities are supported with pictures, worksheets and a presentation.
bit.lyRevealingRivers.
