Read the Sailor's Diary - A recount entry, highlight key information then use the database of information to cross reference the key geographical observations to match the Sailor's account to which island he is on. In the example provided he is on the Galapagos, but students could then create their own dairy entries using scientific and geographical facts to support creative writing. Children record conclusions on a thought map. Individual and a large paper provided for supported group (shared write) An advanced application skill suitable for KS2 children.

LAUNCH your traditional tales/twisted tales project by creating a beanstalk in your classroom. Then allow the MAGIC letter to appear from a mysterious Fairytale character. Give each group a RUNNER bean seed to grow but attach the little magic scroll to each one... The wonder and magic has been created. Children create a science investigation to determine which liquid allows the seed the grow the best. After forming a conclusion the children must then use literacy skills to write a letter and set of instructions back to the characters in Far Far Away to tell them how to grow the magic beans. Also included Wanted poster to stick around your room (just replace the picture with characters from books and films you study). This was used as a HOOK to apply science, English and wonder into our TWISTED tale project, where the letters down the beanstalk finally revealed it wasn't Red Riding Hood in trouble but the kindly wolf. Contains: STORY Letter scroll, Poem Scroll for beans, example investigation sheet and modeled writing sheet. Everything you need for a few lessons worth of magical learning! Objectives: Writing Instructions Designing an investigation Recording and concluding a scientific investigation Reading and interpreting (Story on the scroll) Creative writing - Letter writing to Fairytale Folk

Children create a Pet Rock - Decorate a rock. Then after being told about MRS NERG - The 7 Life Processes, apply this knowledge into to creating a care guide for their rock. Save time by simply downloading these three differentiated sheets - with space for either a photograph of the rock or a hand drawn picture. The children fill in and they make a lovely display. 3 Differentiated Sheets - Complete Time Saver.