A set of slides to kick start discussions about writing moderation with staff. Uses KS1 and 2 exemplification material that is annotated.

A series of lessons centred around the classic poem 'Twas the Night Before Christmas (also called A Visit from St. Nicholas) by Clement Clarke Moore. The slides includes interesting background details about the poem, a full copy of the text and five creative lesson ideas. These lessons are flexible and can be easily adapted to suit different needs, making them perfect for the last week before Christmas.

This resource includes a copy of the poem Talking Turkeys by Benjamin Zephaniah and three sets of comprehension questions for different levels of ability. These questions are designed to help students interpret and analyse poetry.

A book summary and comprehension questions for each chapter of The Demon Headmaster by Gillian Cross. My students loved this book and yours will too.

An Introduction to ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ by Dr. Seuss. This presentation includes a plot summary, information about the author and five lessons with model answers to guide students.

Five Christmas poems, including ‘A Visit from St. Nicholas’, ‘Christmas Bells’, ‘In the Bleak Midwinter’, ‘Minstrels’ and ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’. Includes background information, a copy of each poem and comprehension questions.

Scheme of work for The Firework-Maker’s Daughter. This scheme divides each of the seven chapters into two parts (line references provided and chapter summaries included). It includes comprehension questions for each part along with recommended follow-up activities. Intended for upper Key Stage 2 but can easily be adapted.

A scheme of work for Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief. Includes comprehension questions and a suggested follow-up writing activities for each chapter.

Comprehension Questions for each chapter of When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit by Judith Kerr.

Scheme of work for There’s a Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom by Louis Sachar. Includes comprehension questions and follow-up activities for each section of the book (split into 3 chapters at a time because they are very short). Perfect for guided reading or English lessons. Adapt to suit your class as necessary.

Comprehension questions for every chapter of Pig-Heart Boy by Malorie Blackman.

This presentation begins with a slide dedicated to the author, Charles Dickens, offering insight into his life and works. It then delves into the background information of ‘A Christmas Carol’, setting the scene for the story’s context and significance. An abridged version of the story is provided, followed by comprehension questions for each stave.

This PowerPoint presentation on United Nations Day covers what it is, why it is important, how it is celebrated and includes a short quiz and follow-up research activity.

A presentation that introduces the student council, looks at the goals, campaign details, election day and duties. Can easily be adaptated to suit your school.

Detailed scheme of work for Holes by Louis Sachar. This scheme breaks down the book into segments of three chapters each, making it suitable for individual lessons. Some chapters may require additional focus. Each segment includes a brief overview, followed by three proposed follow-up activities. Each activity has a defined objective and clear instructions. Designed for upper Key Stage 2 but adaptable for different age groups.

A book summary and comprehension questions for each chapter of The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame.

A set of 5 presentations that teach students all about adjectives, adverbs, nouns, pronouns and verbs. Handy overviews for a week long focus on parts of speech.

A set of presentations to quiz your class on English, Geography, History, Maths and Science. Each subject has 25 questions and all answers are included. There are 255 slides altogether.

A set of slides to help staff reflect on elements of quality teaching and to create a shared definition of outstanding practice.

This resource includes a Primary Curriculum Map for Years 1 – 6 that can easily be adapted to suit your setting. There are some suggested texts for English (by no means exhaustive) and basic unit headings for other subjects (Maths, Science, Art, Computing, PSHE, Integrated Curriculum Topics, Music, PE, Chinese). Also included are LTP, MTP and STP templates.