1. Bear hunts
What is it? A range of resources to support lessons based on Michael Rosen’s We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
Who is it for? 5-7s
Why is it hot? Flash cards help children build towards writing their own stories.
2. Plane data
What is it? A data-handling task built around a Second World War theme
Who is it for? 5-7s
Why is it hot? It uses fighter aircraft as a hook to get children’s interest.
bit.lyPlaneData
3. Opposites attract
What is it? A worksheet on opposing opinions
Who is it for? 7-11s
Why is it hot? Group activities encourage children to come up with different viewpoints on issues such as wearing uniform and animal testing.
bit.lyOpposingOpinions
4. Need for speed
What is it? A collection of worksheets on times tables
Who is it for? 7-11s
Why is it hot? Makes learning tables fun by getting children to compete against the clock.
bit.lySpeedChallenges
5. Samba soccer
What is it? An assembly on the 2014 Fifa World Cup
Who is it for? 5-11s
Why is it hot? This sparky introduction to the football tournament taking place in Brazil this summer takes in the country’s geography and a history of World Cup mascots.
bit.lySambaSoccer
6. Walk the lines
What is it? A test of students’ knowledge of linear graphs, as they colour squares on a grid to reveal a QR code
Who is it for? 11-16s
Why is it hot? Success brings students to a QR code that links to an appropriately titled Johnny Cash song.
bit.lyWalkTheLines
7. History words
What is it? Lists of key words for history students
Who is it for? 14-16s
Why is it hot? Useful for revision or to test vocabulary in class, these sheets cover Britain from 1905-51, China from 1911-90, Germany from 1918-45 and the Cold War.
bit.lyHistoryWords
8. Drive time
What is it? A presentation on product design, focusing on ergonomics and anthropometrics
Who is it for? 14-16s
Why is it hot? This detailed PowerPoint asks students to compare the interiors of a 1960s Triumph and an Audi Space Wagon.
bit.lyGetInTheCar
9. Capulet cards
What is it? A pairing activity exploring the characters of Romeo and Juliet through a version of the game Guess Who?
Who is it for? 14-16s
Why is it hot? This card game makes light of the potentially daunting prospect of getting to know 21 Shakespearean characters.
bit.lyCapuletCards
10. Help the aged
What is it? Three geography presentations on the effects of ageing and youthful populations
Who is it for? 16-18s
Why is it hot? These PowerPoints offer a clear, systematic introduction to complex concepts.
bit.lyPopulationPosers.