This SOW is a fun way to introduce non-fiction reading to students with little experience of it. It uses extracts from non-fiction travel writing from explorers from a diverse background and uses places from across the world to teach reading and writing skills. Loosely following Nellie Bly’s trip around the world in 72 days, this scheme of work should: encourage students to engage with a global perspective on literature; allow students to engage with explorers from diverse backgrounds; teach students valuable reading and writing skills. It also has a homework scheme attached that builds up to presentations at the end. Lessons 1-15: Non-fiction reading building up inference skills. Lessons 16-28: Travel writing with description. Lessons 29-32: Preparation for End of Year Assessment. Extract Booklet is available for free here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/adventurers-and-explorers-extract-booklet-12227816

After doing “Hello World!” one of the first tasks set by many old school programmers is designing a classic text-based adventure game. Here is a six-lesson scheme of work to allow students to explore this idea and design their own game in Python. This can easily be modified to another programming language if you want (but the example files are in Python).

36 pages of flashcards related to the theme of explorers and adventurers. Each flashcard has a colour large card and small matching card. Flashcards show things that an explorer or adventurer may take with them on their travels such as a compass, map, pair of boots and tent. Flashcards also show activities such as walking, hiking, climbing and fishing. The flashcards have a number of uses including speaking and listening, matching, reading, adding to displays and visual aids. Cut and laminate and then the flashcards will be available for reuse. A nice activity is to have a case or rucksack (real or a paper outline). Children can decide where they are going on their travels and pack what they need.

This is a fully resourced scheme of work adapting resources from variety of freely shared sources. The majority of resources were adapted from AllyUganda's fantastic Adventure and Exploration SoW - https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/sow-geography-and-adventure-6434814 I am sharing these lessons and resources to help others with their planning. Learning Matrix - I currently use these to record student progress over the term. Students put them in the front of their books and the criteria is highlighted yellow as they achieve it. If I'd like them to try and do a particular criteria it is highlighted pink, once achieved it is ticked off. Set 1 completed the SoW as a project, they used the learning matrix as a guide and provided feedback to one another at the end of the term using the project feedback sheet.

As part of Geography Awareness Week 2011, discover 20 missions to complete in your community inside these special booklets. Each mission is carefully designed to promote learning about local people, wildlife and places. Created by National Geographic Education in partnership with The Geography Collective learners can win points and earn badges for doing missions. Badges include Photography, Mapping, Storytelling and Taking Action!

This adventure focuses on exploring our emotions. The adventure takes children on a learning journey through reading comprehension, story telling, writing, phonics, maths and art skills with a focus on Emotional Literacy. Children will have the opportunity to identify emotions through the story and in their own lives and learn skills to regulate their feelings when they need to. It is a wonderful resource designed to accompany the picture book Conker the Chameleon by Hannah Peckham and Stephanie Jayne. I recommend using this resource alongside a copy of Conker the Chameleon. All our adventures develop children’s wellbeing and are based on positive psychology research and interventions. Your learners will love the science activity inspired by the story. This guide is designed for children aged 4-12 to be done with adult support. Further information and support is available for adults in our blog at www.hellohappylearner.com. It is great for use in class, at home or in interventions. This is a great resource for World Book Day & wellbeing.

Need to Know Learning Matrix I use these to assess student understanding and progress through the term and to provide quality feedback without the need for excessive comment writing. I simply put the matrix in the front of the students book, every time I mark their books I highlight the relevant criteria in one colour (usually yellow) and criteria I would like them to attempt in DIRT in another (usually pink). Once the criteria to attempt is achieved I simply tick it off on the matrix. In their books I will write WWW and list the codes for the criteria achieved. I will then draw steps to indicate how to level up and write the corresponding codes of criteria I want them to attempt. The Need to Know questions are based on the lessons & learning objectives over the term, which are also used to create the coded success criteria. I find this technique reduces the time I spend marking books however allows me to provide quality feedback and to clearly see progress over the term. It's great for outline the SoW and encouraging independent learning. Hope it's of use.

Eight men who have done extraordinary feats. One walked extraordinary distances. One skied down K2. Several have climbed Everest and climbed other mountains over 8,000 without needing extra oxygen. Some of their firsts were done solo without using dogs or motorised transport. Together Mike Hearn and Borge Ousland walked for 2 months in total darkness, on paper thin ice, to the North Pole! Andrew Skurka - American backpacker -long distance hiker -7,778 miles Andrzej Leszek Bargiel - Polish dare devil skier who skied down K2 Borge Ousland -Norwegian explorer of North and South Poles Ed Stafford -UK first non-indigenous person to walk the entire Amazon River. Eric Larsen - American - North and South Pole plus Everest Leo Houlding- UK - rock climber - first to free climb El Capitan Mike Horn- South African - Poles explorer and climbed 8000+ without oxygen Nirmal Purja -Nepalese Mountaineer - climbed Everest, Lhotse & Makalu in 48hrs

Delve into Europe’s iconic landmarks with our comprehensive “Europe Geography Lesson - Famous Landmarks” resource. This resource offers a deep exploration of Europe’s cultural heritage through well-known sites like the Eiffel Tower and Big Ben. Students will develop map skills, historical understanding, and cultural appreciation as they engage in activities such as landmark descriptions, map marking, and travel adventure planning. The resource includes a PowerPoint presentation, visuals, blank maps, and travel brochures, providing a thorough exploration of Europe’s famous landmarks. Connect students with Europe’s cultural tapestry through this engaging and informative lesson.

This is a three week unit of work that explores the year 2 reading and writing objectives through an adventure writing theme. Please see the preview picture for the objectives covered. It is based around the book The Tin Forest by Helen Ward and links well to my setting description unit of work in my shop, a great follow up unit along the same topic. There are also ideas of cross curricular links to make The Tin Forest a half termly topic. All planning is on powerpoint slides that can be used in the lesson and contains teacher notes and printable resources.

Embark on an intergalactic adventure with our Space Themed Worksheets for Kindergarten! This comprehensive resource is designed to ignite your students’ curiosity about the vast universe. Packed with engaging activities, captivating visuals, and hands-on exercises, these worksheets will take your little learners on a journey through the solar system and beyond. From identifying planets and learning about astronauts to practicing counting with adorable alien friends, this space-themed bundle covers a wide range of skills and concepts. Spark their imagination, foster their love for science, and make learning out-of-this-world fun with our Space Themed Worksheets for Kindergarten! Space: Planets, stars, the moon, “To Infinity and Beyond”! This space preschool theme is endless in the possible activities and adventures your preschoolers can participate in! This Theme page is filled with preschool activities and ideas for all areas of your classroom. Activities: Key Words Trace the Words Space Word Matching Picture Matching Solar System Cut & Paste Planets What Comes Next Circle the Beginning Letter Unscramble Space Words Color by Number Color the rocket

By engaging with these activities, preschoolers develop their color recognition skills, fine motor skills, and creativity. The Color Monsters for Preschoolers resource provides a valuable tool for educators and parents to foster a love for colors and promote early learning in an enjoyable and age-appropriate manner. These worksheet resources are designed to introduce young children to the world of colors, making them explore and express their understanding of colors. This product has 21 pdf worksheets with a sizes of 8.5 x 8.5 inches.

Welcome to the captivating world of the "Summer Adventure Story”. This digital PDF is designed to provide an unforgettable learning experience for children aged 8 to 12 portraying light on a fabulous summertime story. Age Appropriateness: Perfect for children in the age range of 8 to 12, this is tailored to suit their cognitive abilities, fostering a sense of curiosity, imagination, and independence. It provides a stimulating yet age-appropriate platform for children to explore the wonders of nature and ignite their creative spark. Key Features: Engaging Content: It is meticulously crafted with a captivating story. Nature Exploration: Encouraging a deep connection with the natural world, this story takes children on a journey through forests, oceans, and other fascinating habitats. They will discover the wonders of wildlife, learn about ecosystems, and understand the importance of environmental conservation. Creative Expression: Unlocking the power of imagination, it provides ample opportunities for children to express themselves creatively with writing down their own summer holiday dream adventures. Interactive Learning: The workbook fosters an interactive learning experience, ensuring that children remain actively engaged throughout. Independence and Self-Reflection: It encourages independent thinking and self-reflection, empowering children to discover their own interests, strengths, and areas for growth. It fosters a sense of self-confidence and encourages them to take ownership of their learning journey. Keywords on this Story: Summer Adventure Workbook Nature Exploration Creative Expression Interactive Learning Critical Thinking Environmental Conservation Artistic Talents Communication Skills Fun and Variety Independent Thinking Self-Reflection Cognitive Development Imaginative Learning Unlock a world of exploration, creativity, and intellectual growth with the “Summer Adventure Story: Exploring Nature and Creativity.” Give your child a summer they will never forget, where learning becomes an exhilarating adventure! Purchase now and let their imaginations soar to new heights! Click the DOWNLOAD button NOW to view ALL Pages & ANSWERS! Number of Pages: 7…make sure to VIEW the PREVIEW before purchasing! As always, please feel free to ask ANY and ALL questions before downloading. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution limited to single use only. Not for public display. Thanks for stopping by and we hope to be able to provide further fun, colourful, clear and comprehendible PDFs for you in the future! Have a good day and make sure to follow us on… @rosedale_academy_online (Insta) Rosedale Academy Youtube/Pinterest

The Romans have arrived! Join our Roman soldier on his adventures with this fully resourced, step by step multisensory story. A multisensory story is told using sensory stimuli (props). The story props are low budget, everyday items found around the home, garden, outdoor areas and in the classroom. This story includes themed, sensory extension activities that link to the EYFS Framework and areas of the KS1 National Curriculum making them the perfect resource for Special Education (aged 3-19) EYFS, Mainstream Primary, Speech & Language and EAL students. What are the Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling? Storytelling creates a bond between the storyteller and the story explorer enhancing and enriching experiences. Rhyming Multisensory Stories connect the individual to literature, culture and topic in a fun and engaging way. The stories form a base on which to scaffold learning enabling the student to work on personal goals and individual targets. The activities in the stories are designed to promote communication skills: (eye contact, listening, shared attention & language development), self-confidence & well-being (trying out new ideas & skills, practicing self-care & independence and enjoying achievement), self-awareness: (asking for ‘help’, ‘again’ and ‘more’), present opportunities to explore cause & effect and build anticipation skills, promote physical development: (fine & gross motor skills), build knowledge about the environment & the world around us, to engage in scientific experimentation and mathematical concepts and to develop social & emotional skills: (turn-taking & sharing and teamwork). The sensory stimuli (story props) are a tool for the story explorer to explore and express their likes, dislikes and sensory preferences and to have the opportunity to make choices. This information can be used to identify motivators or items to calm and individual when anxious, tired or stressed, identify triggers, (some you may wish to avoid, others to work on building tolerance through desensitisation in a safe and therapeutic environment) and used in the writing of care plans to enhance areas daily life. Table of Contents Introduction The Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling How to tell a Multisensory Story Story Props The Romans Full Story The Romans Fully Resourced Step-by-Step Multisensory Story Re-create a Roman Archaeological Dig Gladiators Make a Gladiator Meal Build a Small World Roman Fort Hadrian’s Wall The Roman Bath House Mosaics Roman Food Roman Medicine The Roman School Roman Gods Roman Themed Sensory Ideas & Inspiration Your questions, queries, comments and feedback are always welcome!

The first in my series of Explorers and Navigators resources for KS1/2. I have written the story of Christopher Columbus in a child friendly vocabulary, outlining his life, his travel to Spain and then west across the Atlantic Ocean. I have included a PDF filewhich can be printed as individual workbooks and a powerpoint presentation for discussion about the topic.There are comprehension questions, writing activities, some grammar, a ship's log entry and a story planning sheet. I have also included some word maps which could be printed out for teacher display boards. A super original resource for Columbus Day or discoverers

A series of 11 tasks based around the planning of a trip to Mexico to explore a spooky Aztec temple where a Mexican researcher recently went missing. Each task focuses on a different topic and students must work together to escape the temple in time! Pack includes: * Lesson plan/running order * Eleven activities, each focusing on a different topic: * Some images for use as posters/promotional materials Topics covered: * Directions and places in the town * Food and drink * Shopping * Personal information and family * Hobbies * Daily routine * School * Health * Holidays * Jobs * The environment This activity was originally designed to be used as a fun way of revising some key GCSE vocabulary during an Easter School revision session. It can last up to a few hours. Can be used as an after school session or over the course of a week during lesson time. We were lucky enough to have access to a library with a large basement beneath it and students split into two groups and communicated using walkie-talkies provided by the school. This added to the drama — we had a drama student teacher dressed up as a monster and the students in the basement used torches to navigate from task to task, trying to complete activities within a given time or risk one member of the team being ‘caught’ by the monster and given a short time out. It can be easily adapted to work within a classroom, with the ‘research’ group sitting around a table with dictionaries, ready to assist the group completing the tasks.

Topic is based on Shackleton’s and other journeys to the south pole. Includes: History of exploring the south pole Introduction to descriptive writing (scaffolding can be increased or decreased depending on ability) Shackleton’s personal history Timeline handout (resources) 29 slides can pick and choose activities as this lesson can take up to 2 hours or more depending on ability

’Read and Respond’ unit to support home learning in English and Literacy, Year 6 - Week 8: Explorers and Adventurers. This resource includes an electronic set of plans for parents for English and Literacy in Year 6. These newly created exciting ‘Read and Respond’ units will support home learning in English and Literacy. The ‘mini units’, available for Years 1-6 inclusive, provide daily English lesson plans and have been designed for you to send home to parents on a weekly basis. (Reception guidance for Literacy is also available, though in a slightly different format). All the plans use text extracts freely downloadable from LoveReading4Kids, Oxford Owl or websites with free audio recordings. Week 8 topic for Year 6: Explorers and Adventurers. It is suggested that each unit is sent to parents with an accompanying letter as a way of the class teacher personally introducing the unit of work. This will provide the teacher with the opportunity to address any particular sections of the plan, provide supporting materials (e.g. a writing frame) where appropriate and/or make reference to any prior learning. An editable example of how this might look is also included. A message from our Senior English Consultant Nicola Martin: HOT OFF THE PRESS! Lancashire Primary English and Literacy team Home Learning Read and Respond Units Summer 2 overview - Available now! Due to popular demand, the Primary English and Literacy team have created a second overview of units to support schools, teachers, parents and children. This follows on from an overview produced for Summer 1 including 6 weeks of plans for Reception to Y6. You may not have used the full suite yet due to this being a 5 week half term! The Summer 2 overview includes 4 weeks of plans from Reception to Y6 which can be used at home or in school. As in previous weeks, an example letter is included which teachers can send to parents in order to provide additional guidance, or to tailor the units to particular classes. Many schools have been enhancing the units in the following ways: -Providing word banks to support each day or week -Teachers reading aloud some of the stories, poems and texts and sending via an online platform/school website so the children can ‘see and hear’ them -Designing additional activities linked to the suggested texts to make links across the curriculum We hope the units continue to be useful and please share any feedback on our Facebook page…. Twitter feed…. @lancsliteracy @lpds or by emailing Nicola.martin@lancashire.gov.uk Senior Consultant for Primary English and Literacy

Explore Viking History with this Viking Longship Labelling Activity! Immerse your young learners in the fascinating world of Vikings with this engaging Viking Longship Labelling Activity. This resource is designed to teach children about the intricate details of Viking longships, promoting both learning and enjoyment. Interactive Learning: Encourage active participation as children label various parts of a Viking longship. By doing so, they not only memorize the names but also understand the significance of each component in the functioning of these historical vessels. Versatility: Whether you’re starting a unit on Vikings or concluding a lesson about their longships, our activity fits seamlessly into your curriculum. Use it as a captivating introduction, a comprehensive research task, or a fun assessment at the lesson’s end.

Culinary Math Adventure: Ratios in Recipes Worksheet for Functional Skills and GCSE Foundation Maths. Embark on a delectable journey through the world of culinary math with this engaging themed worksheet, designed to test ratio skills when using recipes. Perfectly suited for Functional Skills Maths and GCSE Foundation Maths, this real-world, contextualized activity adds a flavorful twist to math practice. Key Features: ► Real-World Context: Dive into the heart of cookery, showcasing the practical application of math in the kitchen. This themed worksheet brings math to life with relatable scenarios, making learning more enjoyable. ► Ratio Scales Mastery: Challenge students to apply ratio scales in the context of recipes, fostering a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts in a culinary setting. ► Engaging and Accessible: Tailored for catering students pursuing Functional Skills Maths or GCSE Maths, this worksheet is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for learners of all levels. ► Answers Provided: Facilitate independent learning with provided answers, allowing students to self-assess and reinforce their understanding of ratio scales in cookery. Why Choose This Worksheet? • Catering Student Friendly: Specifically designed for catering students, making it an ideal resource for Functional Skills Maths and GCSE Foundation Maths. • Versatile for All Maths Students: While perfect for catering students, this themed worksheet is equally beneficial for all math students seeking a real-world application of ratio scales. • Engaging and Relevant: Infuse excitement into math practice by applying skills in a culinary context, promoting a positive and enjoyable learning experience. Whether you’re a teacher looking to make math more relatable or a student eager to explore the tasty side of ratios, this worksheet is a must-have. Bring the kitchen into the classroom and spice up your math lessons today! ❤❤