Material Reference Mats Materials included: Papers and Boards Timbers Polymers Textiles Metals Our material reference mats are designed to support students in understanding the key properties, uses, and types of materials commonly used in Design and Technology. Each mat is visually engaging, featuring clear, high-quality images, making the resources accessible to all learners. The mats cover essential material categories: papers and boards, metals, polymers, timbers, and textiles. These mats provide: Key Properties: Concise descriptions of each material’s physical and mechanical characteristics. Common Uses: Practical examples of where these materials are used in real-world products. Clear Images: Visual aids to help students easily identify each material type. These mats are suitable for any year group and can be used as a quick reference tool in the classroom, for independent study, or as part of revision activities.

The material world worksheet

An assembly to support work during World Mental Health Day in October. This highly dynamic presentation has an assembly plus a range of ideas and resources for follow-up form time activities. This beautifully-designed and editable 26-slide Powerpoint presentation creatively presents information on this event and can be showcased to any age group and includes specific pages for primary or secondary students. It includes images, dynamic transitions, informative text, video and links for extension work in form time – including extra video and classroom activities. Slide 1: What is World Mental Health Day? Includes video. Slide 2-3: Why do some young people suffer with their mental health? Slide 4: This rise of teenage anxiety and poor mental health [inc national research graphs] Slide 5: Top tips for improving mental health: Breathing exercise. Includes video. Slide 6: Top tips for improving mental health: Move more. Includes video. Slide 7: Top tips for improving mental health: Sleep habits. Slide 8 and 9: Top tips for improving mental health: Healthy eating. Includes video. Slide 10: Top tips for improving mental health: Get outside. Includes video. Slide 11: Top tips for improving mental health: Be social. Slide 12: Top tips for improving mental health: Retrain your brain Slide 13: Closing Thought Slide 14: Follow-up form time activities title screen Slide 15: Form time activities: Support links to explore Slide 16: Form time activities: Art activity Slide 17: Form time activities: Wordsearch activity Slide 18: Form time activities: Poetry activity Slides 19-23: Form time activities: Mental Health quiz – with answers Slides 24-25: Other form time ideas to support anxiety strategies. As reviewers have stated for previous resources shared: “I sat down to plan my assembly for next week and found this resource, and it’s perfect. The best £2 spent. Thank you. I can teach this straight from the slides.” “Just buy it!” “Your resources have been life savers!” “Well worth the money and really saved my life” “I just wanted to say that as a non-specialist these resources are worth every single penny! Thank you so much for making and sharing them.” “Blown away by this! Can’t thank you enough!” “They have saved me a huge amount of time and the detail that goes into your work is second to none. You put others to shame who charge twice as much for very little. Can’t thank you enough.” “Your new spec resources are saving me hours & hours of work! Thanks, they are really good.” “These resources are so useful - I cannot tell you how much time they have save me - very clear to follow and easy to adapt for revision material — well worth the money”

Suitable for 14-19-year olds (secondary and high schools, and college), this article and accompanying activity sheet can be used in the classroom, STEM clubs and at home. This resource links to KS4 and KS5 physics, maths, chemistry and engineering. It can also be used as a careers resource and links to Gatsby Benchmarks: Gatsby Benchmark 2: Learning from career and labour market information Gatsby Benchmark 4: Linking curriculum learning to careers • This teaching resource explains the work of Discover Materials, an organisation promoting the field of materials science and engineering. From lunar homes constructed from moondust and astronaut urine, to bamboo cricket bats, explore the incredible applications of and opportunities in materials science and engineering. • This resource also contains interview with members of the Discover Materials team and offers an insight into careers in materials science and engineering. If your students have questions for any of the team, they can send them to them online. All they need to do is to go to the article online (see the Futurum link below), scroll down to the end and type in the question(s). The team will reply! • The activity sheet provides ‘talking points’ (based on Bloom’s Taxonomy) to prompt students to reflect on the applications of materials science and engineering and challenges them to design an experiment to investigate the material properties of chocolate. This resource was first published on Futurum Careers, a free online resource and magazine aimed at encouraging 14-19-year-olds worldwide to pursue careers in science, tech, engineering, maths, medicine (STEM) and social sciences, humanities and the arts for people and the economy (SHAPE). If you like these free resources – or have suggestions for improvements –, please let us know and leave us some feedback. Thank you!

Resources that I have designed for my Reception class. All the resources link to the Material World topic. I have placed one item on here that compliments the waterproof coat activity. The resource named 'Letters' is the only item that is not my work, all other resources I have created myself.

Attached are pictures which would be suitable to use when creating a display board for the novel 'War of the Worlds'.

7 Worlds, 1 Planet: Africa BBC documentary, currently playing on iPlayer. A question and answer worksheet based around the 50 minute documentary seven worlds, one planet, episode 7. This documentary is all about Africa and the variable conditions it presents to wildlife. It could be used to support learning around ecosystems, animal habitats and adaptations or place specific study of Africa. Some discussion on how humans impact landscapes in Africa. Can cover a lesson or used as a stand-alone homework. Topics include: Animal habitat Rainforest - climate and wildlife Human impacts on animals Africa I specialise in worksheets to support science and nature documentaries across BBC iPlayer and Netflix. Check my shop to view materials to support other episodes in this series.

The War of the Worlds (1899) is an exciting story but a difficult text for new readers. These presentations, worksheets and adapted extracts (text & audio) introduce the central narrative of one of the most influential science fiction novel in all literature. They stay stay close to the original H.G Wellsltext and maintain the same chapter structure. The materials are ideal for GCSE English Literature classes, guided reading, exam preparation or as an introduction to late 19th Century fiction. They are all free to access and include links to the original for cross reference. About me - I write graded reading materials, and my published titles include original stories like Love by Design (Macmillan Readers) & simplified versions of classics like Washington Square, The Secret Garden, Vanity Fair (OUP), Jaws, A Picture of Dorian Gray, A Picture of Dorian Gray & Rainman (Penguin).

Promote student choice and facilitate the process of researching relevant topics from beginning to end with this low-prep activity to conclude a unit on The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells. Students will choose from thirty research topics—addressing ideas such as real-life UFO sightings (the 1947 Roswell incident, the 1997 Phoenix Lights incident, the 2006 O’Hare International Airport incident, etc.), UFO programs and organizations (Project Blue Book, Mutual UFO Network, SETI Institute, etc.), and famous figures in ufology (J. Allen Hynek, John Mack, George Adamski, etc.)—and navigate academically appropriate sources with the goal of teaching their peers about their topics. A detailed scoring rubric is provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Ultimately, students will perform the following tasks: Articulate connections between a research topic and the assigned novel Conduct research using available resources Collect and classify reliable sources Develop successful methods of recording information Evaluate the credibility of nonfiction texts, taking into consideration readability, date, relevance, expertise, and bias Apply conventions of MLA formatting Correctly site resources to avoid plagiarism Organize information in a cohesive manner, using a note-taking system that includes summary, paraphrasing, and quoted material Analyze, synthesize, and integrate information, generating a thoughtfully comprehensive report, free of generalities and redundancies Present information in a formal, coherent manner

Here is a medium term plan for topic called 'Material World' that focuses on materials. This medium term plan follows the New National Curriculum 2014.

Fully resourced for History | Ideal for developing historical skills and understanding the Great War Immerse your KS2 students in the pivotal events of World War I with this engaging and comprehensive unit. Designed for Years 3-6, this resource covers everything you need to deliver exceptional lessons that spark curiosity and foster a deep understanding of the impact of the Great War. What’s Included: 12 Detailed Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guidance with clear learning objectives, stimulating activities, and differentiation strategies. Engaging PowerPoint Presentations: Visually rich slides featuring historical photos, maps, and thought-provoking questions. Diverse Resources: Printable materials like timelines, propaganda posters, trench diagrams, and poetry analysis worksheets. Creative Activities: Opportunities for students to design propaganda posters and write their own WWI poems. Key Learning Outcomes: Causes & Consequences: Understand the complex causes of World War I and its global impact. Life in the Trenches: Gain insights into the harsh realities of trench warfare and the daily lives of soldiers. Home Front: Explore how the war affected people on the home front, including rationing and women’s roles. Propaganda & Communication: Analyse the role of propaganda in shaping public opinion during the war. Remembrance & Legacy: Reflect on the significance of Remembrance Day and the legacy of World War I. Why This Resource Stands Out: Curriculum-Aligned: Meets national curriculum objectives for KS2 History. Outstanding Quality: Designed to engage and challenge learners, encouraging deep historical understanding. Ready-to-Use: Save time with clear, organised materials and plans. Cross-Curricular Links: Explore connections to geography, English, and art, enriching the overall learning experience. Inspire a love of history and deepen students’ understanding of World War I with this exceptional resource! Ideal For: KS2 History, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, World War 1, WW1, the Great War, trench warfare, propaganda, remembrance, British history, European history.

The Suffragettes The aim of this lesson is to assess the impact of World War I on the Suffragette movement. Suffragette support for the war effort, women’s war work and the suspension of the suffragette campaigns during World War 1 are all touched on in the lesson. The lesson also analyses the changing perceptions and attitudes, as women took on the jobs the men left behind to fight on the Western Front in France. Students prioritise the most important roles women took as well as discovering through source analysis what they did. There are some excellent case studies of four women and what they did during the war, which provide a great insight into many of the roles women undertook as well as the resistance and male prejudice they faced. The final part of the lesson looks at the main reasons why women gained the vote and judge if the impact of the war was the main and fundamental reason for this. The lesson is enquiry based with a key question using a lightbulb posed at the start of the lesson and revisited to show the progress of learning. The resource includes suggested teaching strategies, differentiated materials and comes in PowerPoint format if there is a wish to adapt and change.

Discover nature’s most prized resources with this visual guide. Explore 20 remarkable animals and the rare, valuable materials they provide — from ambergris and caviar to yak wool and royal jelly. Each entry highlights the animal, the sought-after substance, and the exceptional value these wonders bring to science, fashion, cuisine, and more.

World Flags Geography Flashcards are the ultimate resource for teaching students about the flags of 195 countries from across the globe! This set includes bright and colorful illustrations, designed to capture attention and make learning fun and engaging. With 9 flashcards per page, these printables are perfect for any classroom or homeschool environment. Use these flashcards to enhance your geography lessons, teach global geography in social studies, or create interactive activities like geography games and quizzes. These printable flag flashcards offer flexibility and convenience, making them an ideal resource for teachers, homeschool parents, or anyone who wants to expand their students’ knowledge of country flags and world geography. Key Features: Includes 195 country flags from around the world 9 flashcards per page for easy printing and use Colorful and bright illustrations to engage students Ideal for geography lessons, social studies, and classroom activities Perfect for teachers, homeschoolers, and geography enthusiasts Great for use in geography games, quizzes, or as a visual resource Enhances students’ understanding of world geography and flags of countries Suitable for students of all ages, from elementary to middle school

An assembly to celebrate World Environment Day in June. This highly dynamic presentation has an assembly plus a range of ideas and resources for follow-up form time activities. This beautifully-designed and editable 21-slide PowerPoint presentation creatively presents information on this event and can be showcased to any age group and includes specific pages for primary or secondary students. It includes images, dynamic transitions, animated gifs, informative text, video and links for extension work in form time – including extra video and classroom activities. Slides 1-2: What is World Environment Day? Includes video. Slide 3: What plastic items do we mean here? Slide 4: What problems does plastic pollution cause? Includes presenter script. Slide 5: How does this cause problems to humans? Slide 6: The problem of microplastics and your health. Includes video. Slide 7: What can you do to lessen the problem of plastic pollution? Includes presenter script. Slide 8: Final thought Slide 9: Form time activities title page Slide 10: Form time activities: Colouring activity Slides 11: Form time activities: Wordsearch activity Slide 12: Form time activities: Write a plastic pollution poem Slides 13-19: Form time activities: plastic pollution quiz – with answers Slides 20-21: Other form time ideas As reviewers have stated for previous resources shared: “I sat down to plan my assembly for next week and found this resource, and it’s perfect. The best £2 spent. Thank you. I can teach this straight from the slides.” “Just buy it!” “Your resources have been life savers!” “Well worth the money and really saved my life” “I just wanted to say that as a non-specialist these resources are worth every single penny! Thank you so much for making and sharing them.” “Blown away by this! Can’t thank you enough!” “They have saved me a huge amount of time and the detail that goes into your work is second to none. You put others to shame who charge twice as much for very little. Can’t thank you enough.” “Your new spec resources are saving me hours & hours of work! Thanks, they are really good.” “These resources are so useful - I cannot tell you how much time they have save me - very clear to follow and easy to adapt for revision material — well worth the money”

Rise of Hitler. Different resources for student led revision - including information and practice exam questions, these can be used in lesson for student led work, for homework or for non-subject specialist teachers.

Introduce the topic of materials and their properties to your KS1 class with this colourful and engaging pack of display materials. This resource is ready to print, with minimal trimming required. Just print the pages you need for science classroom display. This 20-page science display resource (PDF) includes: 9 A4, full colour photo posters showing examples of everyday materials (glass, wood, metal, fabric, wool, plastic, ceramic, leather and paper). 12 descriptive words to add to your display if required (presented 3 to a page, to be cut out and mounted) 5 A4 posters with simple questions about the use of materials (e.g. Which material would be best for a superhero’s cape?). Materials title - print over 2 A4 pages and join together. Please note that this PDF file is not editable.

A materials, properties, characteristics, and actions themed colouring activity to inspire students to think about the world around them. Ideal for primary school students, and students learning English as a foreign language.

I've used these resources to create a "History of the World" display and a giant "Lego Timeline". All you need is some backing paper and ideally a world map. These materials were used to make the display shown in the photograph assigned to my TES shop. Images acquired through a search engine filtered to "labelled for re-use".