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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz - Whole Class Reading Session!
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz - Whole Class Reading Session!

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This whole class reading session aims to develop children’s fluency and comprehension skills through reading an extract from the beginning (chapters 1 and 2) of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The reading is followed by a series of activities aiming to develop children’s VIPERS skills: vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, sequencing and summarising. It also contains a vocabulary check immediately after the extract is read to clarify any unfamiliar/ difficult language. The tasks are comprised of quick-check questions, solo thinking, pair/ group discussions and deeper thinking activities. The extract needed is provided as a PDF and a link to a web-based version is also included on the first slide. The session is best suited for children in KS2 (I have used the resources in the past with children in years 3, 4 and 5 with minor adaptations).
Aquatic Biomes - Knowledge Organiser!
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Aquatic Biomes - Knowledge Organiser!

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This clear, detailed and visually-appealing resource offers a complete reference point for students revising knowledge relating to aquatic biomes, as a part of their study of physical geography. It contains comprehensive sections on: Overview; Life in Aquatic Biomes; Well-Known Aquatic Biomes; Types and Locations of Aquatic Biomes; Important Facts and Figures; Key Vocabulary. The organiser is designed to help children to learn the relevant physical geography knowledge from areas of both the KS2 and KS3 Geography National Curriculum, however it can be adapted for other age groups if necessary. The resource is designed to be printed onto A3 or A4, and is provided as both a PDF and a Word version (so that you can edit if you want to). All images used are licensed for commercial use and are cited on a separate document (included).
The Prevent  Duty -  Staff Training for Primary Schools!
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The Prevent Duty - Staff Training for Primary Schools!

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This clear and concise staff training session is perfect for primary school leaders/ DSLs aiming to introduce (or give a refresher on) the Prevent Duty to their staff teams. The presentation slides are easy to follow and enable staff members to: -Recall basic Child Protection duties (it never hurts to go over these); -Understand what the Prevent Duty is; -Know what to look out for; -Be secure in what to do should they have a concern. It contains a breakdown of each of the main points from the government’s ‘Prevent Awareness’ training and some additional information that is more pertinent to primary schools. Hope that you find it useful!
Land Art/ Earth Art Project - Complete Lesson Bundle!
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Land Art/ Earth Art Project - Complete Lesson Bundle!

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This engaging and purposeful series of lessons enables children to gradually develop towards creating their own land art/ Earth sculptures. The resources were originally created to guide children towards creating art in the school grounds and a local forest, but the resources can easily be adapted to fit your own particular local landscapes. The lessons guide teachers and learners through the entire unit. It is composed of four double length lessons focusing on: Researching/ Understanding this type of art; Exploring and Developing Ideas; Creating Evaluating Each lesson contains an eye-catching and comprehensive PowerPoint presentation, in addition to any physical worksheets/ activity resources needed (in both Word and PDF). These lessons were originally created for children in year 2, but may be adapted for slightly older and younger year groups.
Land Art/ Earth Art - Big Bundle!
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Land Art/ Earth Art - Big Bundle!

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THIS BUNDLE CONTAINS ALL OF THE LAND ART LESSONS IN ADDITION TO THE COMPREHENSIVE KNOWLEDGE ORGANISER! The engaging and purposeful series of lessons enables children to gradually develop towards creating their own land art/ Earth sculptures. The resources were originally created to guide children towards creating art in the school grounds and a local forest, but the resources can easily be adapted to fit your own particular local landscapes. The lessons guide teachers and learners through the entire unit. It is composed of four double length lessons focusing on: Researching/ Understanding this type of art; Exploring and Developing Ideas; Creating Evaluating Each lesson contains an eye-catching and comprehensive PowerPoint presentation, in addition to any physical worksheets/ activity resources needed (in both Word and PDF). These lessons were originally created for children in year 2, but may be adapted for slightly older and younger year groups.
Where the Picnic Was - Comprehension Activities Booklet!
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Where the Picnic Was - Comprehension Activities Booklet!

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This 16-page resource booklet contains a wide range of challenging and engaging comprehension activities for use throughout the reading of Thomas Hardy’s poem 'Where the Picnic Was.’ They are perfect for aiding the progress of students learning poetry either in KS4 (or for higher attaining KS3 students) in preparation for poetry at GCSE, as the tasks draw on English Literature assessment objectives - suitable for all examining bodies - it is clearly highlighted within each task regarding which assessment strands the task is designed to demonstrate. The booklet is provided in both Word (to allow for easy editing) and PDF (to ensure for consistency of formatting between computers). Activities within the booklet include (amongst many others): ‘Analysing Context’ - helping students to ‘Show understanding of the relationships between texts and the contexts in which they were written.’ ‘Analysing Subject Matter, Language and Structure’ - to help students to ‘Analyse the language, form and structure used by a writer to create meanings and effects, using relevant subject terminology where appropriate.’ ‘Diary Entry’ - to help students to ‘Use a range of vocabulary and sentence structures for clarity, purpose and effect, with accurate spelling and punctuation. Make an informed personal response, recognising that other responses to a text are possible and evaluating these.’ ‘The Speaker’ - to help students to ‘Read, understand and respond to texts. Students should be able to: maintain a critical style and develop an informed personal response use textual references, including quotations, to support and illustrate interpretations.’ All images are licensed for commercial use.
Aztec Attack - Whole Class Reading Session!
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Aztec Attack - Whole Class Reading Session!

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This whole class reading session aims to develop children’s fluency and comprehension skills through reading the opening extract of Chris Blake’s ‘Time Hunters: Aztec Attack.’ The reading is followed by a series of activities aiming to develop children’s VIPERS skills: vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, sequencing and summarising. It also contains a vocabulary check immediately after the extract is read to clarify any unfamiliar/ difficult language. The tasks are comprised of quick-check questions, solo thinking, pair/ group discussions and deeper thinking activities. The extract needed is provided as a PDF and a link to a web-based version is also included on the first slide. The session is best suited for children in years 3-5, although with minor adaptations it could feasibly be used with slightly younger and older age groups.
Pigeon English - Lesson Bundle!
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Pigeon English - Lesson Bundle!

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This engaging and thought-provoking series of lessons has been devised to provide students with a well-rounded, secure understanding of Stephen Kelman’s ‘Pigeon English.’ A double-lesson is provided for each chapter, meaning that there are 10 lessons in total. Lessons 1 and 2 - March Lessons 3 and 4 - April Lessons 5 and 6 - May Lessons 7 and 8 - June Lessons 9 and 10 - July The comprehensive and colourful PowerPoint presentations guide students through a wide range of activities, including those designed to enhance the following skills: retrieval, understanding vocabulary, inference, explanation, summarising, sequencing, analysis and deeper thinking activities. All of the resources and tried and tested in real classrooms, catalysing excellent outcomes. The resources are suitable for students in KS4, but may be used for slightly older or younger classes, depending upon the individual context of the school and students.
Oi, Cave Boy - Whole Class Reading Session!
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Oi, Cave Boy - Whole Class Reading Session!

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This whole class reading session aims to develop children’s fluency and comprehension skills through reading an extract from the beginning of Oi, Cave Boy! by Alan MacDonald. The reading is followed by a series of activities aiming to develop children’s VIPERS skills: vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, sequencing and summarising. It also contains a vocabulary check immediately after the extract is read to clarify any unfamiliar/ difficult language. The tasks are comprised of quick-check questions, solo thinking, pair/ group discussions and deeper thinking activities. The extract needed is provided as a PDF and a link to a web-based version is also included on the first slide. The session is best suited for children in KS2 - in the past, I have used the resources in the past with children in years 3 and 4.
All About Caves - KS2 Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension!
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All About Caves - KS2 Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension!

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This whole class reading session aims to develop children’s fluency and comprehension skills through reading an information factfile about caves. It includes information about how caves are formed, use of caves, cave wildlife and well-known examples of caves. The reading is followed by a series of activities aiming to develop children’s VIPERS skills: vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, sequencing and summarising. It also contains a vocabulary check immediately after the extract is read to clarify any unfamiliar/ difficult language. The tasks are comprised of quick-check questions, solo thinking, pair/ group discussions and deeper thinking activities. The extract needed is provided in both PDF and Word format. The session is best suited for children across KS2, I have previously used the resources with years 3, 4, and 5.
I am David - Anne Holm - Chapter 7 - Double Lesson!
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I am David - Anne Holm - Chapter 7 - Double Lesson!

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This engaging and thought-provoking double-lesson resource aids students in developing a secure understanding of the chapter 7 of Anne Holm’s ‘I Am David.’ In this section of the text, David is held hostage by the evil-hearted farmer and his family, and he forms a close bond with King the dog. The comprehensive and colourful PowerPoint presentation enables students to understand the text through: -Retrieving information; -Inferring and deducing hidden meanings; -Making predictions about the final section of the story. The sessions include a range of retrieval, vocabulary, inference, explanation and deeper thinking activities. A clear, colourful and comprehensive PowerPoint presentation guides students through the learning. The lesson also includes an answer key for the retrieval questions, and model answer ideas for the more detailed responses. There’s a lot here (16 slides filled with questions and activities) so I would recommend breaking into two lessons. The lessons are suitable for students in either upper KS2 or lower KS3, depending upon the individual context of the school and students. I originally used them with year 6 children.
James and the Giant Peach - Whole Class Reading Session!
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James and the Giant Peach - Whole Class Reading Session!

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This whole class reading session aims to develop children’s comprehension of the opening chapters of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach. It contains a link to the online chapter (on the first slide). This is followed by a series of activities aiming to develop children’s retrieval, explanation, inference, prediction and summarising skills. It also contains a vocabulary check immediately after the extract is read to clarify any unfamiliar/ difficult language. The tasks are comprised of quick-check questions, solo thinking, pair/ group discussions and deeper thinking activities. The session is best suited for children in years 2-3, although with minor adaptations it could feasibly be used with slightly younger and older year groups.
The Renaissance - KS2 Whole Class Reading Bundle!
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The Renaissance - KS2 Whole Class Reading Bundle!

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These whole class reading session aims to develop children’s fluency and comprehension skills whilst reading engaging and informative texts related to ‘The Renaissance.’ Included in the bundle are three complete whole class reading resource packs, with everything that you need to teach the whole class reading lessons on: -The Renaissance Period (non-fiction text); -The Mona Lisa (original information text); -Romeo and Juliet (Andrew Matthews/ Tony Ross adaptation). All of the extracts/ readings that are needed for the lessons are provided (in both Word and PDF), as are the step-by-step Powerpoints containing all of the activities. These aim to develop children’s VIPERS skills: vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, sequencing and summarising. Each lesson also contains a vocabulary check immediately after the extract is read to clarify any unfamiliar/ difficult language. The tasks are comprised of quick-check questions, solo thinking, pair/ group discussions and deeper thinking activities. The sessions are best suited for children across KS2 - they have been tried and tested with children in years 4 to 6. Hope that you find them useful!
I am David - Whole Class Reading Session!
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I am David - Whole Class Reading Session!

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This whole class reading session aims to develop children’s fluency and comprehension skills through reading the opening to Anne Holm’s ‘I am David.’ The reading is followed by a series of activities aiming to develop children’s VIPERS skills: vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, sequencing and summarising. It also contains a vocabulary check immediately after the extract is read to clarify any unfamiliar/ difficult language. The tasks are comprised of quick-check questions, solo thinking, pair/ group discussions and deeper thinking activities. The extract needed is provided as a PDF and a link to a web-based version is also included on the first slide. The session is best suited for children in years 5-6, although with minor adaptations it could feasibly be used with slightly younger and older age groups.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - Whole Class Reading Session!
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - Whole Class Reading Session!

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This whole class reading session aims to develop children’s fluency and comprehension skills through reading an isolated extract (from chapter 8) of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. The reading is followed by a series of activities aiming to develop children’s VIPERS skills: vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, sequencing and summarising. It also contains a vocabulary check immediately after the extract is read to clarify any unfamiliar/ difficult language. The tasks are comprised of quick-check questions, solo thinking, pair/ group discussions and deeper thinking activities. The extract needed is provided as a PDF and a link to a web-based version is also included on the first slide. The session is best suited for children in years 4-5, although with minor adaptations it could feasibly be used with slightly younger and older age groups.
Rosalind Franklin Knowledge Organiser!
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Rosalind Franklin Knowledge Organiser!

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This clear, detailed and visually-appealing resource offers a complete reference point for children learning about Rosalind Franklin, particularly those completing a history study of ‘Significant Individuals’, or children studying notable scientists as a part of their science curriculum. It contains comprehensive sections entitled: Overview; Times in Her Life; Important Vocabulary; Rosalind Franklin Timeline; Answers to the Important Questions; Top Ten Facts. The resource is designed to be printed onto A3 or A4, and is provided as both a PDF and a Word version (so that you can edit if you want to). All images used are licensed for commercial use.
Nature Sculptures - Art Knowledge Organiser!
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Nature Sculptures - Art Knowledge Organiser!

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This clear, detailed and visually-appealing resource offers a complete reference point for students learning about nature sculptures as a part of their art and design study. It contains comprehensive sections on: -Overview; -Styles and Techniques; -Significant Artists (e.g. Goldsworthy, Booker, Udo); -Creative Ideas and Examples; -Key Vocabulary; -Timeline of Nature Sculptures. This resource can be adapted for all ages, but was originally designed for KS1/ lower KS2 children. The resource is designed to be printed onto A3, and is provided as both a PDF and a Word version (so that you can edit if you want to). All images used are licensed for commercial use and are cited on a separate document (included).
Y5 Fractions - Maths Knowledge Organiser!
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Y5 Fractions - Maths Knowledge Organiser!

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This clear, detailed and visually-appealing resource offers a complete reference point for Year 5 teachers, parents and children when covering ‘Fractions’ in mathematics. The content is organised into the following sections: -Overview: Learning areas covered, key definitions, why this learning is important; -Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions; -Equivalent Fractions and Fractions of Quantities; -Adding and Subtracting Fractions (focus on mixed numbers); -Fractions of Amounts/ Unit Fractions and Non-Unit Fractions; -Key Vocabulary. The resource is designed to be printed onto either A3 or A4, and is provided as both a PDF and a Word version (so that you can edit if you want to). All images used are licensed for commercial use and are cited on a separate document (included).
Comparison of Scotland and California - Geography Knowledge Organiser!
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Comparison of Scotland and California - Geography Knowledge Organiser!

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This clear, detailed and visually-appealing resource offers a complete reference point for students securing place knowledge as a part of their geography study, enabling them to compare and contrast Scotland with California. It contains comprehensive sections on: Key Facts Overview and Maps; Physical Geography Comparison; Human Geography Comparison; 10 Key Comparison Facts; Key Vocabulary. The organiser is designed to help children to learn the relevant place, human and physical geography knowledge from the KS2 Geography National Curriculum: -understand geographical similarities and differences through the study of human and physical geography of a region of the United Kingdom and a North American region; -physical geography, including: climate zones, rivers, mountains, volcanoes and earthquakes; -human geography, including: types of settlement and land use, economic activity including trade links, and the distribution of natural resources including energy. The resource is designed to be printed onto either A4 or A3, and is provided as both a PDF and a Word version (so that you can edit if you want to). All images used are licensed for commercial use.
Comparison of Scotland and Patagonia - Geography Knowledge Organiser!
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Comparison of Scotland and Patagonia - Geography Knowledge Organiser!

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This clear, detailed and visually-appealing resource offers a complete reference point for students securing place knowledge as a part of their geography study, enabling them to compare and contrast Scotland with Patagonia. It contains comprehensive sections on: Key Facts Overview and Maps; Physical Geography Comparison; Human Geography Comparison; 10 Key Comparison Facts; Key Vocabulary. The organiser is designed to help children to learn the relevant place, human and physical geography knowledge from the KS2 Geography National Curriculum: -understand geographical similarities and differences through the study of human and physical geography of a region of the United Kingdom and a South American region; -physical geography, including: climate zones, rivers, mountains, volcanoes and earthquakes; -human geography, including: types of settlement and land use, economic activity including trade links, and the distribution of natural resources including energy. The resource is designed to be printed onto either A4 or A3, and is provided as both a PDF and a Word version (so that you can edit if you want to). All images used are licensed for commercial use.