Elf tells the story of ‘Buddy the Elf’ who was accidentally taken to the North Pole in Santa’s sack one Christmas Eve. He stayed in the North Pole until adulthood and grew up thinking he was an elf himself. One day he found out he was a human, and decided to go and visit his biological father in New York. On arrival he wasn’t welcomed by his father until a DNA test reassured him that he was actually his son. The family grew to like Buddy, and he also found a girlfriend – but then everything changed when he fell out with his father one day and decided to leave. But as he was walking alone he heard a crash in Central Park, when he went to investigate he noticed it was his good friend, Santa. The family caught up with him and realised he had been telling the truth all along, he was in fact an elf from the North Pole. The friends and family all worked together to lift Christmas spirit and thus power Santa’s sleigh to ensure he could finish his deliveries. There are song recommendations throughout the script, with a mixture of traditional Christmas songs and modern songs. There are 20-22 speaking parts, with additional non-speaking roles too. I hope you have fun with it, my class had a ball! The play is around 40-50 minutes long. ⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚ For more great resources check out Creative Primary Literacy

This is a PowerPoint resource to support tutors in teaching the topic Spring Tuff Tray Ideas to support EYFS Planning or can be given to learners as a standalone resource. • Can be used to support apprentices in their off the job learning or learners to research as part of their self-study. • This resource is suitable to train your staff team on the subject. • Fully editable for customisation to any learner group • Professionally designed by a Curriculum Quality Manager • Aligned with current 2025 frameworks and legislation • Suitable for blended, remote or classroom delivery • Ready for Ofsted or EQA evidence folders Please check out our shop for many more resources and if you are looking for a resource on a specific topic, send us a message and we will be happy to help! You will receive: 1 × Editable Learner PowerPoint Thank you for your purchase

Open/Closed Opening Times Bunting Price tags Farm Fresh Pumpkins, Pick Your Own Pumpkins & Pumpkin Patch sign all included.

This pack includes a selection of worksheets and display resources related to The Polar Express that can be used in EYFS and KS1: Storyboard worksheet Character adjectives worksheet Character descriptions worksheet Hot seating worksheet Writing frame starter page and two different continuing sheets Letter to Santa worksheet Word mat Word cards Bar chart activity Wordsearch Santa’s sack worksheet Polar Express tickets (Colour labelled, colour not labelled and black and white) Christmas tree black and white colouring sheet Polar Express train black and white colouring sheet Presents black and white colouring sheet (4 different styles) Elf black and white colouring sheet Santa black and white colouring sheet Example worksheets are images purely for the purpose of the listing viewing display. Clipart by TeacherKarma Borders by S’amore Teaching and Learning and Creative Clips

Resources include: •60 face masks – A4 size, bright and colourful, ready to print onto thin card or paper and laminate for repeated use •35 face masks for pupils to colour in themselves •85 finger puppets – colourful and cute ready to print onto thin card or paper •30 hand puppets – pupils to put their hands inside the mitten shaped puppets, or attach lollipop sticks to hold

Everything you need to set up a Christmas Role Play Area/Santa’s Workshop in your classroom. This resource includes colourful signs and activities. Promote independent writing with templates for: Letters to Santa List writing Santa’s present list Christmas themed paper lined and unlined Christmas cards To use in Santa’s workshop - Labels for presents Design a toy Decorations to cut out and decorate Plot Santa’s route on a map of the world Decorate a Christmas tree and a gingerbread Word mat

17 pages of Christmas Coffee Shop / Bakery signs / display images - extra enhancements (coffee cups, playdough, christmas bits / cases etc can be added yourself)

Resources included are as follows: 73 PDF files for you to print. Photo pack of bakeries, food photo cards to use as props, bakery sign, directions signs, locations around the bakery signs, price cards, price list to complete, money to use in role play, drinks sign, entrance and exit signs, parking sign, fire exit, sign, no smoking sign, open and closed signs, opening times sign, wallet to make for money, large food images for props, food categories posters, pay here sign, rosettes for baking competition, queue here sign, order pad, message pad, stock count list, shopping list to complete, online order form, promotion poster to make, receipt to complete, special offer sign, staff badges, welcome to the bakery sign, what you can do at a bakery sign, staff on duty sign, thank you for shopping sign, utensils flashcards in colour, loyalty promotion tickets. Acrostic poem to complete, colouring pages, writing frames, handwriting sheets, hand puppet template, design a poster, design a logo, draw favourite foods, draw bakery shelves, eat well plate, make a presentation with cue cards, matching pairs cards with words, mind map, money denominations poster, pairs matching cards with pictures, well done certificate, booklet cover for project work, word search, summary sentence writing sheet, task list to complete, baker for the day writing task. Display borders in patterned and plain, backing paper to print if needed, resources sack, binder cover, large lettering to head display, long banner, letters bunting, pictures bunting.

Resources included are as follows: 90 PDF files for you to print. ROLE PLAY RESOURCES Animal information pack / posters. Photo pack of animals, zoo photo pack, animal names flashcards, animal types posters, habitat posters, animal flashcards, animal silhouettes. Colour and black and white face masks, animal hand puppets, hand puppet template, money to use for zoo entrance, entrance tickets, zoo sign , welcome to the zoo sign, locations around the zoo signs, open and closed signs, please pay here sign, opening times signs, please call again sign, price list to complete, feeding times sign, tickets for sale sign, staff role play badges, zoo keeper of the day poster DISPLAY RESOURCES Long banner to head display, large lettering, buntings for decoration, animal footprints to make a trail, several animal poems to read, display borders patterned and plain, backing paper to print if needed, resources sack tag, learning objective tracker. ACTIVITIES Colouring pages, animal diary to write, design a new animal, themed writing pages, story board to write, mind map, writing booklet cover for project work, sentence summary worksheet, word search, draw favourite animal, counting and matching cards, cut and stick activities, can/have/are writing pages for each animal, bookmarks to make, alphabet flashcards, alphabet mats, bingo game, acrostic poem to complete, colour flashcards, shapes posters, reward charts, addition game, subtraction game, complete the drawing with missing part, activity booklet, make a mobile, number square, noun / verb/ adjectives posters, words beginning with…worksheets, word search, size order cards, play doh mat, quiz, wanted poster for animals, letter to write, facts cards to write, summary worksheet, invitation to make, days of the week posters, draw animal in natural habitat, draw animal food, hfw cards, make a moving giraffe, matching the animal to their name worksheet, table top number line, animal poster, day at the zoo writing task.

A bumper pack to help you create a stimulating and exciting art and design area in your classroom The pack has been used in the Early Years and throughout key stage 1 and 2. The pack includes: Colour paint tins for the everyday colours plus the more unusual colours such as beige, navy, cream, turquoise etc, Colour ‘splats’ to make a number line up to 50, ‘Challenge’ cards featuring a wizard with challenges such as ‘make a hat’, ‘make a car’ and a blank challenge sheet for you to write your own challenges for your class, Topic words for display and labelling (small and larger) with words such as scissors, paint, crayons, stapler etc, Paint mixing pallets to show which colours can be mixed together to make new colours, Art words such as ‘symmetry’, ‘sketch’, ‘bright’, ‘spiral’ etc Posters to motivate the children such as ‘can you paint with your fingers, string etc’, ‘can you paint your favourite part of a story?’ etc The resource will be sent to you on CD in pdf format. A great time saving pack for the busy teacher!

Christmas play dough mats with 5 festive designs. Be a Christmas baker and make cookies, cakes and treats. Perfect for creativity and fine-motor skills.

**All Aboard the Mystery on the Orient Express! ** Turn your students into detectives aboard a luxurious 1930s train carriage hurtling across Europe. Students must piece together clues, decode messages, and interrogate suspects to solve the mystery before the train reaches its final stop. Inspired by Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express, this immersive Escape Room–style activity combines storytelling, logic, and critical thinking in a way that makes learning truly come alive. Why Teachers Love It Fully Engaging – Students collaborate, problem-solve, and communicate under pressure, building essential 21st-century skills. Cross-Curricular – Integrates English literature, history, and even maths-style logic puzzles. Flexible & Easy to Run – Printable materials and digital versions available; can be completed in a single lesson or extended over several sessions. Supports Key Learning Goals – Enhances reading comprehension, inference, reasoning, and teamwork. WHAT’S THE STORY? Celebrated Detective Peirot has received a telegram informing him that the Princess Sonia has disappeared from the 12:00 Orient Express from Paris to Istanbul, which he happens to be boarding that day. Can you help him interview the folks on board and get to the bottom of this mysterious case? Was it kidnapping? Is there something more tragic at play? Has she flown the coop? You’ll meet curious characters, drink plenty of cocktails, and crack the codes on the way to finding the answers. HOW TO PLAY THE MYSTERY ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS ESCAPE ROOM This Mystery on the Orient Express at-home escape room takes little prep. Simply print out the PDF document and follow the simple instructions to set up. There is a little cutting and folding, but it should only take a few minutes to get the party started. There are also some handy ‘hints’ included in case you get stuck inside someone else’s cabin and can’t remember the code to get out! All the instructions are included, and the players will have fun trying to pass the test before their time runs out. Play: 60 minutes + Age: 11+ Younger players may also find this fun with adult guidance. Players: 2 - 6 is recommended. You could also use two copies of the game for bigger groups and let players battle it out!

A4 poster with key skills vocab for the Role Play area Includes Poster Disks with and without words. Pack includes precursive versions

Roll the dice and create something amazing! This is a roll the dice board game for Creative Writing. It consists of a vibrant grid full of images, words and phrases to provoke outside-the-box thinking and writing! Students roll the dice to choose a genre, then roll again moving across the board to land on weird and wonderful prompts, including a frog, thunderstorm, chain-link fence, digger and orca. This has produced some really outstanding writing from my students and can be used to aid writers' block in even the most reluctant of budding authors. NOTE: This product requires you to supply your own dice.

Welcome to “Animal Puppet and Hand Shadow Posters for Kids: A Creative Guide to Shadow Play.” This engaging resource is designed to stimulate children’s imagination and creativity through the art of shadow play. Using simple hand movements, children can create a variety of animal shapes that come to life on the wall, providing endless fun and opportunities for storytelling and play. This guide includes beautifully illustrated posters, step-by-step instructions, and tips for creating captivating shadow puppet shows that entertain and educate children of all ages. Poster Features Various Animal Designs: Each poster features a variety of animal silhouettes, including a dog, cat, bird, elephant, and many more. The designs are simple enough for young children to imitate while still maintaining their visual appeal. Creative Storytelling Tips: Each poster includes storytelling suggestions, encouraging children to create their own stories using their hand shadows. This promotes language development, creativity, and social interaction as they share their stories with friends and family. Durable and Vibrant Designs: The posters are printed on high-quality, durable paper in bright colors that engage children and enhance their play experience. Interactive Learning: The posters can be used both at home and in the classroom, providing an interactive way to explore concepts such as light and shadow, animal characteristics, and storytelling techniques. Sample Animal Puppet Designs The Playful Dog Instructions: Place your thumb and forefinger in a “V” shape for ears. Curl your remaining fingers to draw a muzzle. Adjust your hand position to cast a shadow on a light source. Story Idea: “Bingo the Dog goes on an adventure to find his lost ball!” The Curious Cat Instructions: Extend your fingers to draw the body and tail. Use your thumb to draw the cat’s head with its pointed ears. Find the right angle for the shadow to appear on the wall. Story Idea: “The Whiskers explores the garden and meets a friendly mouse.” “Animal Puppet Hand Shadow Posters for Kids” is a fun resource that encourages creativity, storytelling, and interactive play. Using simple hand movements to create animal shadows, children can explore the world of puppets while developing their language skills and imagination. Whether at home or in the classroom, these posters will provide hours of entertainment and foster a love of storytelling and artistic expression. If you would like more designs, additional storytelling ideas, or specific shadow play themes, please let me know!

SPACE ROCKET ROLE PLAY and DISPLAY RESOURCES Resources included are as follows: 62 PDF files for you to print. Role play resources include astronaut face masks and badges, astronaut of the day poster, alien hand puppet and large story props, extra large rocket for display, long banner to head display, characters and space item flashcards, buntings, rocket task checklist, mind map, log book to fill in, rocket photo posters, noun/verb/adjectives posters, dials and buttons for rocket dashboard, stars for display, compass, warning and caution signs, signs to display around the rocket for different items and areas, count down from 10 to blast off presentation, display borders and backing paper, alien colouring pages, card matching game, certificates, shapes worksheets, writing sheets, addition worksheets, diary writing, draw a rocket, draw an alien, invitation to complete, handwriting sheets, all about rockets booklet to write, message to write from and to aliens, size order telescopes to put in order, number flashcards with rockets, planet posters with numbers, window view images, word mat, number pyramids to complete, acrostic poem, cut and stick task, word search, ck words, work booklet cover, story board, table top number line, space words flashcards with name and description, times tables cards etc.

Motivate students to write creatively by creating a play.

This vibrant scheme of learning for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (play version) promises an enchanting and highly engaging journey for KS3 Drama students. Through a dynamic exploration of Roald Dahl’s fantastical world, students will delight in developing their performance skills, delving into characterisation, and mastering the art of bringing a script to life. The scheme will foster imaginative collaboration, encouraging students to experiment with physical theatre, vocal expression, and creative staging to capture the whimsical spirit of Wonka’s factory. With opportunities for improvisation, devising, and textual analysis, students will not only deepen their understanding of dramatic techniques but also cultivate confidence, teamwork, and a lifelong appreciation for the magic of live performance.

This resource encourages learners to think about how masks became a commodity associated with fashion throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. Masks therefore became a means of self-expression, creativity and entrepreneurship. This is the third activity in a series of resources designed around masks. See the others below: Examining masks using slow looking Masks within performance Masks as a symbol of protest Masks as a means of protection SHAPE is a collective name for social sciences, humanities and the arts. SHAPE subjects play a vital role within our communities and in shaping our lives – past, present and future. SHAPE skills give us the tools to enact change and allow us to better understand the world by providing a myriad of ways to express, analyse and interpret our global world and human experiences. For more information about the underpinning principles of the resources, visit our website.