A fun addition to any unit about Medieval castles and from personal experience has been great for Year 6/7 subject transition days and school open evenings as well as for lessons covering Medieval England and the Norman Conquest. Following a recap of Medieval weaponry, students work as a team or individually to plan either a castle siege or castle attack based on a list of costings. This resource contains: 1 x Castle game costings list (PDF & PPT) 1 x Main Power Point which includes: Slide 1: Title slide Slide 2-3: Recap Activity covering the main weapons of castle attack such as trebuchet, siege ladders, archers etc. Slide 4-5: Recap Activity 2 covering the images of castle attack weapons Slide 6: Setting the scene for the castle attack to give the attack historical context. Slide 7-10: A choice of three castle attack sheets each with a slightly different castle (stone keep, concentric and motte and bailey). These need to be printed out onto A3 Slide 11-12: Peer Assessment cards Slide 13: Learning Review Slide 14: More from RA Resources All images used in this resource are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. Any images where AI technology has been used are labelled in the notes section and are property of RA Resources. Other than AI images, all other lesson content is teacher created. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only unless a school license is purchased and for copyright reasons any slides, worksheets, RA Resources maps or diagrams should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

Knowledge organiser designed to be printed in A3, however smaller scales (A4) can be used. The resource is constructed to be used for class work, independent/group learning through the sign-pointed references to textbooks, revision guides and web sites. The page numbers stated in each box can be easily adjusted to other reading/research materials. The scaffolded work starts with day and night, leap years, seasons, why summers are hotter than winter and ends with past paper questions. Embedded QR codes take the student to appropriate revision sites (YouTube and BBC Bitesize). Mark scheme is included for all answers.

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Bonfire Night Colourful Semantics Story This engaging Colourful Semantics resource helps children develop their understanding of sentence structure and comprehension while learning about the story of Bonfire Night. Through colourful, child-friendly illustrations and carefully structured sentences, pupils can read the story independently or complete missing parts using Colourful Semantics prompts. The resource follows the key events of the Gunpowder Plot, from the secret plan and the warning letter to the discovery of Guy Fawkes and the modern-day Bonfire Night celebrations held on 5th November. Children are encouraged to identify who, what, where and when within each sentence, supporting the development of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Suitable for primary and secondary-aged learners, including those with speech, language and communication needs, this resource can be used as a whole-class activity, guided reading task, intervention resource or independent learning activity. Children can either read the completed story or use the Colourful Semantics framework to build and complete the sentences themselves. Key skills supported: Sentence construction Reading comprehension Vocabulary development Understanding historical events Speaking and listening skills Colourful Semantics targets A fun and accessible way to learn about the history of Bonfire Night while developing essential language and literacy skills.

Day and Night - Year 5 In this science teaching resource pupils discover why the Earth has day and night and why it appears that the Sun moves across the sky covering the curriculum objectives of the Year 5 science programme of study (Earth and space). Content includes: An explanation of the rotation of the Earth An explanation of why the rotation of the Earth causes day and night A suggested science activity to illustrate the causes of day and night An explanation of how the rotation of the Earth causes the sun to appear to move across the sky with activity worksheet A link to an explanatory video Day and night quiz 1 worksheet ‘Day and Night - Year 5’ is completely editable so that teachers can adapt, alter and revise it as much or as little as required. Not quite what you’re looking for? Click below for similar resources: Planets on the Move

Cards provided in inprint for children to complete two seperate activites. Children can sort ;things they do in the day’ and ‘things they do at night’ as well as a daily routine activity,

Night and Day Sorting Activity Description: Engage young learners in the concept of day and night with our captivating sorting activity designed to reinforce understanding of these two distinct periods. This resource includes vibrant visuals and hands-on tasks to facilitate active learning and conceptualization. Activity Components: Sorting Pictures: Two large pictures—one depicting a serene night scene and the other showcasing a bright daytime setting—are provided as sorting mats. Alongside these mats are 24 small pictures representing various objects, animals, and scenes commonly associated with either day or night. Children are encouraged to place each picture onto the corresponding sorting mat based on whether it belongs to the day or night category. Cutting and Sticking Activity: Following the sorting activity, children can further reinforce their understanding of day and night by engaging in a cutting and sticking exercise. They are presented with a worksheet containing a mix of pictures representing elements of both day and night scenes. Children are tasked with carefully cutting out each picture and pasting them into the appropriate section of the worksheet—either under the “Day” or “Night” heading. Benefits: Reinforces understanding of the concept of day and night. Promotes visual discrimination and categorization skills. Encourages fine motor development through cutting and sticking tasks. Supports hands-on, interactive learning experiences. This night and day sorting activity is an ideal addition to early years classrooms, homeschooling environments, or as a fun and educational activity at home. Spark curiosity and facilitate meaningful discussions about the natural rhythms of day and night with this engaging resource.

Differentiated shading and fill in the blanks exercise to reinforce teaching on Day and Night.

Once pupils have grasped the idea of day and night being caused by the Earths rotation, build on it with this activity introducing and explaining the concept of a timezone.

A comprehensive revision workbook for A Midsummer Night’s Dream on Cambridge IGCSE™ Literature in English 0475 Paper 3: Drama (Open Text), designed specifically for the 2027 examination. This is a working revision book rather than a set of passive notes. It is designed to help students turn detailed knowledge of the play into a clear, sustained and personal literary argument under the pressure of the 45-minute Paper 3 examination. Across nineteen sections, students revise the examination and assessment objectives; calibrate what top-band writing actually does; secure plot and structural knowledge; explore verse, prose and rhyme; revise characters, themes and context; develop knowledge of dramatic methods and staging; practise the established DTD SQIERZWr analytical method; strengthen word-level zoom; build sharper thesis statements; and learn distinct approaches to passage-based and whole-text essay questions. The workbook also includes a full top-band model response with commentary, twenty-one original exam-style questions, timed practice, self-assessment, a quotation bank, recall tests, a revision tracker and an exam-day plan. Designed for class revision, homework, intervention, Easter revision, mock preparation or independent student use. Students should use the clean published copy of the play permitted for their examination alongside the workbook. Independent teacher-created resource. Not endorsed by Cambridge International Education.

A bright and engaging cover design for a European Day of Languages Quiz, packed with vibrant colours and playful visuals. The image highlights the excitement of exploring languages and cultures across Europe, featuring bold lettering and a clear focus on 10 fun-filled rounds. Perfect for classrooms, events, or quiz nights, it sets a lively and welcoming tone for participants of all ages

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Slideshow explaining why we have night and day. Large font and dyslexia-friendly. 6 slides.

Celebrate Bonfire Night with this A3 loose parts mat! Develop fine motor skills by tracing fireworks and sparklers with small loose parts. Make Bonfire Night learning hands-on with this Fine Motor Loose Parts Mat — perfect for Early Years and KS1! Children can place small loose parts such as buttons, gems, or beads along the firework and sparkler lines to strengthen fine motor control and hand–eye coordination. This printable A3 PDF is a fun, engaging way to celebrate Bonfire Night while supporting early development and creativity. What’s included: 1 printable Bonfire Night loose parts mat (PDF) Firework and sparkler designs with dotted lines Print in A3 format for easy classroom use Perfect for: ✔ EYFS & KS1 fine motor development ✔ Loose parts and sensory play ✔ Bonfire Night or autumn-themed activities ✔ Classroom or home learning

By the end of the lesson learners should be able to: Identify what causes day and night time. Describe how the Earth moves: Through rotating: Around the Sun: Explain the link between the rotation of the Earth and the effect on days.

Bonfire Night reading comprehension article and comprehension questions to use for KS3 and KS4 English classes. An easy to use reading comprehension pack with three sections of differentiated/adaptive learning questions. This activity focuses on the story of Guy Fawkes and the plotters, their plans and how they were caught and executed, and why we continue to celebrate Bonfire Night with fires and fireworks to do this day. The questions are designed to fit the requirements of the English Language GCSE specification in terms of non-fiction reading and comprehension. It can be used in form time as part of literacy focus, or in an English lesson for KS3/4 GCSE and Grade 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 comprehension training. It is interesting, useful, very easy to use and certainly relevant for this time of year. **Query or question? Get in touch at info@englishgcse.co.uk. Please leave a review if you are able to. **

Why do we celebrate Bonfire Night? Introduce Nursery and Reception children to the story behind 5th November with Discover Bonfire Night, a beautifully illustrated, 12-slide presentation from Bond & Blossom. Short explanations, picture-supported vocabulary and “Let’s Talk” prompts encourage children to explore the past, share their experiences and discover why bonfires and fireworks mark the occasion. The story explains that the Gunpowder Plot was stopped before the planned explosion happened. Events are presented calmly, without graphic violence or punishment, with additional historical context in the adult speaker notes. What’s included? A 12-slide A4 landscape PowerPoint with adult speaker notes. A matching 12-page PDF. Two family versions: a mum-and-dad family and a two-dad family on “Bonfire Night Today”, with identical learning content. Picture-supported vocabulary and a discussion prompt on every slide. What will children explore? King James the First and a story from 1605. Parliament, Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot. The warning letter and how the plan was discovered. Why bonfires and fireworks mark the occasion. Bonfire Night today, including warm food and time together. Watching safely alongside grown-ups. Different ways to enjoy the occasion, including ear defenders, watching indoors and quiet firework art. Designed for early years Use for adult-led carpet time, small-group discussion or an introduction to a Bonfire Night topic. Choose the pace and level of detail to suit your children. The presentation supports Communication and Language and Understanding the World, offering opportunities to talk about past and present, celebrations and family experiences. Warm illustrations, autumn details and bold, playful headings bring the recognisable Bond & Blossom style to your classroom. Please note: This is a digital download. The illustrated slide artwork is fixed; adult speaker notes are editable in PowerPoint. The two family versions provide an alternative illustration on one slide, rather than two different lessons.

KS3 - Day and Night, Seasons and Years.

Simple Powerpoint document on day and night activities.

Introducing When Questions – Day or Night from Little Learners Hub, a simple yet effective resource to help children understand time concepts by answering “when” questions. Using real images of the daytime sky and nighttime sky, children are asked to identify whether an activity occurs during the day or night. For example, they might be asked, “When do we wear sunglasses?” and prompted to: Point to the correct image (day or night sky). Verbally respond with “day” or “night.” This resource is perfect for supporting children’s understanding of time-related concepts while developing their language and comprehension skills. It’s designed for young learners or children needing extra support in mastering the concept of time.