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The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!

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The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
Different Muscles of the Human Body - Outstanding KS2 Science Lesson
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Different Muscles of the Human Body - Outstanding KS2 Science Lesson

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Do you want to teach your KS2 students about the muscles of the human body and how they work? This engaging and interactive lesson will help them learn about the different types of muscles, how many muscles we have, the different muscles of the human body (such as those in our legs and face and how muscles can be voluntary or involuntary. This lesson includes: ★ A detailed lesson plan with learning objectives, success criteria, and detailed inputs ★ A PowerPoint presentation with clear explanations, diagrams, and videos ★ A worksheet for Activity 1, where students stick jigsaw pieces of muscles over a skeleton of the human body, labelling them if they can using a word mat ★ Accompanying word mat of different muscles ★ Activity cards where children complete the movement and describe the muscles they are using ★ Involuntary and voluntary muscles sorting sheet with titles This lesson is aligned with the National Curriculum for England and covers the following objectives: Identify that humans and some other animals have skeletons and muscles for support, protection and movement You may also be interested in… LKS2 MAGNETS and FORCES Science Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons KS2 LIGHT and SHADOWS Science Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons KS2 ELECTRICITY Science Unit - 7 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. This lesson is suitable for Key Stage 2 students of all abilities and can be adapted to suit your needs. It is ideal for teaching science as a discrete subject or as part of a cross-curricular topic. Keywords: KS2, science, muscles, human body, skeleton, tendons, joints, movement, lesson plan, PowerPoint, worksheet, challenge, plenary, interactive, engaging, fun, learning, National Curriculum.
How Muscles Work - Outstanding KS2 Science Lesson
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How Muscles Work - Outstanding KS2 Science Lesson

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Enhance your science lessons with this Key Stage 2 lesson focusing on How Muscles Work. This resource provides a complete package, featuring a lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, an activity sheet, and a challenge sheet. Designed to foster a deep understanding, students will learn how muscles are attached to bones by tendons that help the muscle move by contracting and relaxing. They will also watch videos to help their understanding. The lesson uses practical application, as children follow the instructions to create a working model of a bicep and tricep with bones. For added challenge, a challenge sheet prompts the learning of facts about different muscles of the body. To end, children will play walk and talk where they will move around whilst music plays and then when the music stops they will pair with a child and answer a question about bones and muscles. Resource Highlights: ★ Lesson Plan: A detailed guide for a smooth teaching experience. ★ PowerPoint: An attractive visual aid to reinforce concepts and spark curiosity. ★ Activity Sheet: Instructions sheet for interactive and hands-on learning. ★ Challenge Sheet: Challenge students with an additional task that requires the learning of facts about different muscles of the body. You may also be interested in… LKS2 MAGNETS and FORCES Science Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons KS2 LIGHT and SHADOWS Science Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons KS2 ELECTRICITY Science Unit - 7 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. What others are saying: “This is a wonderful resource for teaching how muscles work. My students loved the activities and learned a lot. Thank you!” - Laura W. “I highly recommend this resource to anyone looking for a fun and engaging way to teach science. The PowerPoint is very well-made and the activity sheet is creative and challenging.” - Mark S. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Science, Muscles, Bones, Tendons, Movement, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheet, Challenge Sheet, Walk and Talk, Education.
Purpose of the Human Skeleton - Outstanding KS2 Science Lesson
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Purpose of the Human Skeleton - Outstanding KS2 Science Lesson

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Boost your science lessons with this Key Stage 2 lesson focusing on the Purpose of the Skeleton for Movement and Protection. This resource provides a complete package, featuring a lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, and two activity worksheets. Designed to foster a deep understanding, students will learn to name and locate some of the bones, organs, and joints in the human body. They will also explain how the skeleton supports, protects, and helps us to move. The lesson uses practical application, as children explore their own joints and the movements they allow. For added challenge, an extension activity prompts the explanation of the role of the skeleton and the muscular system. Resource Highlights: ★ Lesson Plan: A detailed guide for a smooth teaching experience. ★ PowerPoint: An attractive visual aid to reinforce concepts and spark curiosity. ★ Activity Worksheets: Carefully designed sheets for interactive and hands-on learning. ★ Practical Application: Move beyond theory as students investigate their own joints and the movements they enable. ★ Extension Activity: Challenge students with an additional task that requires the explanation of the role of the skeleton and the muscular system. You may also be interested in… LKS2 MAGNETS and FORCES Science Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons KS2 LIGHT and SHADOWS Science Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons KS2 ELECTRICITY Science Unit - 7 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Science, Skeleton, Bones, Organs, Joints, Movement, Protection, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Worksheets, Muscular System, Education.
The Human Skeleton - Outstanding KS2 Science Lesson
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The Human Skeleton - Outstanding KS2 Science Lesson

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Do you want to teach your Key Stage 2 class the importance of the skeleton? Look no further than this lesson that covers the learning objective: I can explain why a skeleton is important to us. This lesson includes a starter activity, a main input, two practical activities, and a plenary. The children will learn about the structure and function of the skeleton, the names of some of the bones, and how the skeleton supports and protects us. Create their own paper skeleton, label the bones, and discuss some questions. The lesson ends with a catchy skeleton song. The PowerPoint presentation is fully editable and comes with a worksheet, an outline sheet, and a word bank. It also includes differentiation, challenge, and assessment opportunities. It is suitable for 7-11 year old children and can be adapted to suit your needs. Included in this product: ☆ Lesson plan (with differentiation) ☆ PowerPoint ☆ Build Your Own Skeleton Worksheet ☆ Bone Name Labels ☆ Body outline sheet ☆ X-Ray Challenge sheets This lesson is perfect for teaching science, biology, or health topics in a fun and interactive way. It will spark the children’s curiosity and interest in the human body and its amazing features. It will also develop their scientific skills of observation, classification, and reasoning. Download this lesson today and get ready to teach your class about the skeleton! Tags: human skeleton, bones, science, biology, health, year 3, year 4, PowerPoint, lesson, worksheet, activity, song, fun, engaging, interactive, learning objective, differentiation, challenge, assessment, outstanding
KS2 Animal Characteristics - Outstanding Science Lesson
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KS2 Animal Characteristics - Outstanding Science Lesson

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Do you want to teach your KS2 students about the amazing diversity of animals and their characteristics? Do you want to help them compare and contrast different animal groups, including humans, using interactive and creative activities? If so, this fantastic science lesson is ideal for you! This resource includes a comprehensive lesson plan, a stunning powerpoint and a variety of activity sheets to support your teaching. In this lesson, your students will: ★ Learn about the six main animal groups (amphibians, reptiles, mammals, fish, birds and insects) and give examples of each. ★ Sort animals into different groups based on their characteristics, such as skin, legs, wings, etc. ★ Explain how animals are similar and different from each other and from humans, and how these characteristics help them survive and adapt. ★ Create a mind map of their current knowledge of animals and their characteristics, using words and images. ★ Read some fascinating facts about animal characteristics and share them in the plenary. This resource is designed to meet the National Curriculum objectives for science at Key Stage 2, and to develop your students’ curiosity and fascination about the natural world. Customer Support: If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Science, Animal Characteristics, Animal Groups, Animal Classification, Animal Facts, Animal Similarities and Differences, Animal Adaptation, Animal Survival, Animal Features, Animal Behaviour, Education.
x3 KS1 Painting Art Lessons - Using a paintbrush, brushstrokes and Piet Mondrian
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x3 KS1 Painting Art Lessons - Using a paintbrush, brushstrokes and Piet Mondrian

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Do you want to teach your pupils how to paint with a paintbrush, different brushstrokes and geometric blocks of primary colours in a fun and engaging way? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes three outstanding art lessons that cover these topics in a creative and interactive way and are suitable for Key Stage 1 pupils. This resource pack contains: ⍟ Three detailed lesson plans that outline the learning objectives, success criteria, starter activities, main inputs, main activities, differentiations, plenaries and item lists for each lesson. ⍟ Three PowerPoint presentations that support the main inputs and plenaries, with text boxes for the teacher to read and key questions to ask the pupils. They also include images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques for each lesson. ⍟ Vocabulary task sheets that help the pupils to learn some words related to painting, such as brushes, thick, painting, palette, bristles, primary colours, thin, gentle, brushstrokes, handle, colour, shade, stroke, etc. The sheets have tables with three columns: word, definition and example. The pupils need to match the words with their definitions and examples or fill in the missing columns for each lesson. ⍟ Examples of paintings sheets that show some paintings that use different techniques and colours. You can use these sheets as references or print them out and display them in the classroom for each lesson. ⍟ Three Piet Mondrian painting question sheets that help the pupils to observe and describe some paintings by Piet Mondrian, an artist who used geometric shapes and primary colours to create abstract art. The sheets have some questions to test the pupils’ understanding and appreciation of the paintings. You can use these sheets as worksheets or as discussion prompts for the third lesson. ⍟ Piet Mondrian templates that help the pupils to divide their paper into rectangular sections using a pencil and ruler. The templates have some dotted lines to guide the pupils. You can use these templates as references or print them out and give them to the pupils for the third lesson. This resource pack is suitable for Key Stage One pupils and covers the following skills and knowledge: ☆ How to identify the parts of a paintbrush: the handle, the ferrule and the bristles. ☆ How to hold and use a paintbrush correctly, with a relaxed grip and the bristles pointing downwards. ☆ How to use the dip, dip, dab method to apply paint, using water, paint and a palette. ☆ How to create different shades of colours by adding more or less water or paint. ☆ How to rinse and clean a paintbrush using water and a paper towel. ☆ How to make a range of marks by stroking the brush on the paper, such as curved, straight, dotted, etc. ☆ How to use black lines to border each section, creating a contrast and a neat finish. ☆ How to divide a paper into rectangular sections using a pencil and ruler. ☆ How to paint blocks of a single colour without mixing into other colours, using only red, yellow and blue. ☆ How to observe and describe paintings that use different techniques and colours. This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your pupils to explore and experiment with painting with a paintbrush, different brushstrokes and geometric blocks of primary colours. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lessons a masterpiece! Tags: Painting, Geometric Shapes, Primary Colours, Key Stage 1, Art, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Worksheet, Template, interview, outstanding, ofsted
KS1 Piet Mondrian Painting - Outstanding Art Lesson
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KS1 Piet Mondrian Painting - Outstanding Art Lesson

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Do you want to teach your students how to paint with geometric blocks of primary colours in the style of Piet Mondrian? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes everything you need to teach this topic in a creative and interactive way. This resource pack contains: ★ A detailed lesson plan that outlines the learning objective, success criteria, starter activity, main input, main activity, differentiation, plenary and item list. ★ A PowerPoint presentation that supports the main input and plenary, with text boxes for the teacher to read and key questions to ask the students. It also includes images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques. ★ Piet Mondrian painting question sheets that help the students to observe and describe some paintings by Piet Mondrian, an artist who used geometric shapes and primary colours to create abstract art. The sheets have some questions to test the students’ understanding and appreciation of the paintings. You can use these sheets as worksheets or as discussion prompts. ★ Piet Mondrian template. You can use this template as a reference or print it out and give it to lower ability students. This resource pack is suitable for Key Stage 1 students and covers the following skills and knowledge: ★ How to divide a paper into rectangular sections using a pencil and ruler. ★ How to paint blocks of a single colour without mixing into other colours, using only red, yellow and blue. ★ How to use black lines to border each section, creating a contrast and a neat finish. ★ How to observe and describe paintings that use geometric shapes and primary colours. This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your students to explore and experiment with painting with geometric blocks of primary colours. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lesson a masterpiece! You may also be interested in… ☆ KS1 Space Art Unit - 5 lessons ☆ KS1 Art Unit: Exploring Mark Making Techniques and Drawing Skills - x6 Lessons ☆ KS1 African Art Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer. Tags: Painting, Geometric Shapes, Primary Colours, Key Stage 1, Art, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Worksheet, Template
KS2 Human and Physical Features - Outstanding Geography Lesson
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KS2 Human and Physical Features - Outstanding Geography Lesson

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Elevate your geography lessons with this Key Stage 2 lesson focusing on Human and Physical Features. This resource provides a comprehensive package, featuring a lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, and engaging activity sheets. Designed to cultivate a deep understanding, students will learn to identify and differentiate between human and physical geographical features on a map. The lesson uses practical application, as children employ their newfound skills to create their own map. For added challenge, an extension activity prompts the identification of features on a map of London using compass points. Resource Highlights: ★ Lesson Plan: A detailed guide for a seamless teaching experience. ★ PowerPoint: An engaging visual aid to reinforce concepts and spark curiosity. ★ Activity Sheets: Thoughtfully designed sheets for interactive and hands-on learning. ★ Practical Application: Move beyond theory as students create their own maps with identified features. ★ Extension Activity: Challenge students with an additional task that explores features on a map of London using compass points. You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 RAINFOREST Geography Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons ☆ KS2 France Geography Unit - 5 outstanding lessons fully resourced ☆ KS1 Piet Mondrian Painting - Outstanding Art Lesson Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Human Features, Physical Features, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Map Identification, London Map, Compass Points, Education.
Woodland Clip Art - 13 PNG Images in Light Colours
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Woodland Clip Art - 13 PNG Images in Light Colours

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This is a lovely set of woodland clip art that will brighten up your classroom or teaching resources. The images are in light, relaxing colours that create a calm and soothing atmosphere. You will get 13 images in PNG format with transparent backgrounds, so you can easily layer them on any background of your choice. The images include: A cute elephant with tusks Four smaller birds in different colours and poses A pink pig front facing A grey boar with curly tail A pigeon with a white chest and red beak A sitting reindeer with antlers and white chest A standing stag with majestic antlers An orange fox with white chest A brown fox with a white chest and a black nose A cockrel with a red comb and golden colours These clip art images are perfect for creating woodland-themed activities, posters, worksheets, stickers, labels, cards, and more. You can use them for personal or commercial use, as long as you give credit to me and link back to my TES shop. Please see the terms of use included in the download for more details . I hope you enjoy using these woodland clip art images in your teaching. Please leave a review and let me know what you think. Thank you! SEO tags: woodland clip art, woodland animals, PNG images, transparent backgrounds, light colours, relaxing, calm, soothing, elephant, birds, pig, boar, pigeon, reindeer, stag, fox, cockrel
KS1 Painting with Different Brushstrokes - Outstanding Art Lesson
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KS1 Painting with Different Brushstrokes - Outstanding Art Lesson

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Are you looking for a fun and engaging lesson on painting with different brushstrokes for your key stage 1 pupils? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes everything you need to teach this topic in a creative and interactive way. This resource pack contains: ★ A detailed lesson plan that outlines the learning objective, success criteria, starter activity, main input, main activity, differentiation, plenary and item list. ★ A PowerPoint presentation that supports the main input and plenary, with key questions to ask the pupils. It also includes images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques. ★ A vocabulary picture matching sheet that helps the pupils to learn some words related to painting, such as brushes, thick, painting, palette, bristles, primary colours, thin, gentle, brushstrokes, handle. ★ A challenge vocabulary matching sheet that tests the pupils’ understanding of some words related to painting, such as colour, shade, stroke, etc. The pupils need to match the word/picture to the definition. This resource pack is suitable for Key Stage 1 children and covers the following skills and knowledge: ★ How to rinse and clean a paintbrush using water and a paper towel. ★ How to use the dip, dip, dab method to apply paint, using water, paint and a palette. ★ How to make a range of marks by stroking the brush on the paper, such as curved, straight, dotted, etc. ★ How to use different colours and shades to create different effects. ★ How to observe and describe paintings that use different techniques and colours. This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your pupils to explore and experiment with painting with different brushstrokes. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lesson a masterpiece! You may also be interested in… ☆ KS1 Space Art Unit - 5 lessons ☆ KS1 Art Unit: Exploring Mark Making Techniques and Drawing Skills - x6 Lessons ☆ KS1 African Art Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer. Tags: Painting Brushstrokes Key stage 1 Art Vocabulary Lesson plan PowerPoint Worksheet
KS1 How to Use a Paintbrush - Outstanding Art Lesson
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KS1 How to Use a Paintbrush - Outstanding Art Lesson

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Are you looking for a fun and engaging lesson on painting with a paintbrush for your key stage 1 pupils? Look no further than this resource pack, which includes everything you need to teach this topic in a creative and interactive way. This resource pack contains: ★ A detailed lesson plan that outlines the learning objective, success criteria, starter activity, main input, main activity, differentiation, plenary and item list. ★ A PowerPoint presentation that supports the main input and plenary, with text boxes for the teacher to read and key questions to ask the pupils. It also includes images and diagrams to illustrate the concepts and techniques. ★ Examples of paintings sheets that show some paintings that use different techniques and colours. You can use these sheets as a reference or print them out and display them in the classroom. ★ Questions about paintings sheet that contains some questions to test the pupils’ understanding and appreciation of the paintings. You can use this sheet as a worksheet or as a discussion prompt. This resource pack is suitable for KS1 children and covers the following skills and knowledge: ☆ How to identify the parts of a paintbrush: the handle, the ferrule and the bristles. ☆ How to hold and use a paintbrush correctly, with a relaxed grip and the bristles pointing downwards. ☆ How to use the dip, dip, dab method to apply paint, using water, paint and a palette. ☆ How to create different shades of colours by adding more or less water or paint. ☆ How to observe and describe paintings that use different techniques and colours. This resource pack is designed to inspire and motivate your pupils to explore and experiment with painting with a paintbrush. It will also help them to develop their artistic skills and express their creativity. Download this resource pack today and make your lesson a masterpiece! You may also be interested in… ☆ KS1 Space Art Unit - 5 lessons ☆ KS1 Art Unit: Exploring Mark Making Techniques and Drawing Skills - x6 Lessons ☆ KS1 African Art Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer.
x3 KS2 Mapping Skills - Outstanding Geography Lessons
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Are you looking for a way to spice up your geography lessons and inspire your KS2 students? Do you want to cover the key concepts of compass directions, human and physical features, and physical features of the UK in a fun and interactive way? If so, this bundle of outstanding geography lessons is perfect for you! This bundle includes 3 comprehensive and engaging lessons, each with a detailed lesson plan, a captivating PowerPoint presentation, and a range of activity sheets. The lessons are designed to help your students develop their geographical skills and knowledge, as well as their creativity and critical thinking. The lessons are: ☆ KS2 Compass Directions: In this lesson, students will learn about the cardinal and intercardinal points of the compass and how to use them to write directions for a journey on a map. They will also practice their map reading and direction writing skills with a practical application task. An extension activity is included to challenge early finishers. ☆ KS2 Human and Physical Features: In this lesson, students will learn to identify and differentiate between human and physical geographical features on a map. They will also create their own map with identified features using their imagination and creativity. An extension activity is included to challenge students with a map of London using compass points. ☆ KS2 Physical Features of the UK: In this lesson, students will learn about the main physical features of the UK, such as mountains, rivers, lakes, and coasts. They will also explore how these features affect the climate, wildlife, and human activities in different regions. An extension activity is included to challenge students with a quiz on the physical features of the UK. By purchasing this bundle, you will save 22% compared to buying each lesson individually. Special Offer You will also receive a complimentary resource of your choice if you leave a review and email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to explore_education@outlook.com. You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 Europe - Outstanding Geography Unit ☆ KS2 LONGITUDE and LATITUDE Outstanding Lesson - Geography ☆ KS2 France Geography Unit - 5 outstanding lessons This bundle is ideal for teachers who want to deliver outstanding geography lessons that are both informative and enjoyable. Your students will love learning about the world around them with these resources! Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Compass Directions, Human Features, Physical Features, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Map Reading, Map Identification, Map Creation, London Map, UK Features, Education.
Disability History Month - Outstanding PSHE Lesson
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Disability History Month - Outstanding PSHE Lesson

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Celebrate and learn from the stories of famous disabled people in history and today with this engaging and inclusive lesson for disability history month. This lesson covers the following learning objective and success criteria: Learning objective: To learn about the lives and achievements of some famous disabled people in history and today, and how they overcame the challenges and barriers they faced. Success criteria: By the end of the lesson, you will be able to: ★ Name some famous disabled people in history and today and describe their disabilities and accomplishments. ★ Compare and contrast the experiences and opportunities of disabled people in different historical periods and contexts. ★ Express your opinions and feelings about the stories of famous disabled people and how they inspire you. This resource pack includes: ★ A detailed lesson plan with clear instructions. ★ A PowerPoint presentation with slides for the starter, main teacher input, main activity, and plenary. ★ Eight famous disabled people cards with information and images of Helen Keller, Stephen Hawking, Frida Kahlo, Ludwig van Beethoven, Stevie Wonder, Alex Zanardi, Aaron Fortheringham, and Warwick Davis. ★ A presentation criteria sheet with a checklist. This lesson is designed to develop the students’ knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of disability as a natural and diverse part of human life, and to inspire them to pursue their goals and dreams, and to support disability equality and inclusion in their school and community. It also supports the development of the students’ research, presentation, and communication skills, as well as their critical thinking and creativity. You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 PARALYMPICS PSHE Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons ☆ Outstanding KS2 PSHE Honesty Interview Lesson ☆ x2 RESPECT Assemblies / Collective Worship - PSHE, bullying, friendship, values Customer Support If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer. Tags: KS1, KS2, KS3, PSHE, Disabled, SEND, Special Educational Needs, PowerPoint
KS2 Physical Features of the UK - Outstanding Geography Lesson
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KS2 Physical Features of the UK - Outstanding Geography Lesson

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Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your KS2 students about the physical features of the UK? Do you want to help them develop their geographical skills and knowledge using interactive tools and activities? If so, this outstanding geography lesson is perfect for you! This resource includes a detailed lesson plan, a captivating powerpoint and a range of activity sheets to support your teaching. In this lesson, your students will: ★ Learn about the different types of physical features of the UK, such as mountains, rivers, lakes, coasts and islands. ★ Watch a video that shows the diverse and beautiful terrain of the UK from different perspectives. ★ Use Google Maps to compare and contrast different areas of the UK and the amount of physical features in each area. ★ Discuss how physical features could affect the use of the area, such as tourism, agriculture, industry and transport. ★ Create a presentation to compare the differences between East Anglia and Cumbria for someone coming to the UK, using a guidelines sheet to help them structure their work. ★ Extend their learning by comparing two other areas of their choice and their physical features, using a template to help them organise their information. This resource is designed to meet the National Curriculum objectives for geography at KS2, and to develop your students’ curiosity and fascination about the world and its people. It is also suitable for cross-curricular links with English, ICT and PSHE. Customer Support If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Physical Features, UK, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Google Maps, Comparative Analysis, Presentation Creation, Education.
KS2 Compass Directions - Outstanding Geography Lesson
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KS2 Compass Directions - Outstanding Geography Lesson

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Transform your geography lessons with this outstanding KS2 lesson on Compass Directions. This resource is designed to engage and educate, offering a well-structured lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, and activity sheets that guide students through the cardinal and intercardinal points of the compass. Beyond theory, this lesson encourages practical application as children utilise their newfound skills to write directions for a journey on a map. An extension activity is included to challenge early finishers. Resource Highlights: ★ Lesson Plan: A comprehensive guide to ensure a seamless and impactful teaching experience. ★ PowerPoint: A visually engaging presentation that brings the concept of compass directions to life. ★ Activity Sheets: Thoughtfully designed sheets that facilitate hands-on learning and application. ★ Practical Application: Move beyond theory as students apply compass skills to map reading and direction writing. ★ Extension Activity: Challenge early finishers with an additional activity that reinforces the lesson’s objectives. Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Compass Directions, Cardinal Points, Intercardinal Points, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Map Reading, Education.
The Stone Age - KS2 Class Assembly - History Topic
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The Stone Age - KS2 Class Assembly - History Topic

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Bring history to life with this captivating KS2 Class Assembly on The Stone Age. This resource is a comprehensive package featuring a well-crafted script, music links, a dance routine, song lyrics, thought-provoking poems, interactive activities, and a storytelling short play. Immerse your students in the world of the past with a presentation that combines information with entertainment. Resource Highlights: ★ Script: A meticulously crafted script that makes learning about The Stone Age enjoyable. ★ Music Links: Enhance the atmosphere with music links that transport your audience to ancient times. ★ Dance Routine: Incorporate movement and creativity into the assembly with a lively dance routine. ★ Song Lyrics: Enrich the assembly with the Stone Age version of We Will Rock You, complete with lyrics for a sing-along experience. ★ Poems: Thoughtful and engaging poems add a poetic touch to your Stone Age assembly. ★ Activities: Interactive activities ensure whole class participation and demonstrate prior Stone Age work. ★ Storytelling Short Play: Exciting short play that brings history to life. Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Stone Age, Class Assembly, History, Script, Music, Dance, Song, Poetry, Activities, Short Play.
Outstanding Y3/4 Maths Reflection Interview Lesson
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Outstanding Y3/4 Maths Reflection Interview Lesson

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Elevate your maths teaching with this outstanding Year 3/4 Maths Reflection Interview Lesson. This comprehensive resource includes a pre-teaching assessment, a detailed lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, and a variety of tasks catering to different skill levels. From easy to challenging tasks, table challenges, extension activities, to a quiz, this lesson provides a wealth of adaptable resources for varying lesson durations. Learning Objective: I can reflect patterns and shapes in a mirror line. Steps to Success: ★ Understanding Symmetry: Reflect patterns and shapes across a mirror line using symmetry principles. ★ Horizontal and Vertical Reflections: Skillfully reflect shapes in both horizontal and vertical mirror lines. ★ Tracing Proficiency: Utilize tracing paper to accurately reflect intricate patterns and shapes. ★ Mirror Verification: Apply a mirror to validate the correctness of reflections. Resource Highlights: ★ Pre-teaching Assessment: Gauge students’ prior knowledge to tailor the lesson effectively. ★ Adaptable Tasks: Easy, medium, and harder tasks ensure inclusivity for all learners. ★ Extension Activities: Provide opportunities for further exploration and challenge. ★ Table Challenge: Foster collaborative learning with engaging table challenges. ★ Quiz: Evaluate understanding with a thought-provoking quiz. Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: Y3, Year 3, Y4, Year 4, Maths, Reflection, Symmetry, Lesson Plan, Interview Lesson, Classroom Resources.
People of the Rainbow - Equality Assembly
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People of the Rainbow - Equality Assembly

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Discover the enchanting tale of ‘People of the Rainbow’ a heartwarming story that teaches children the importance of embracing diversity and celebrating individuality. In the magical town of Harmonyville, each unique Rainbow Person represents a different color, coming together to create a vibrant tapestry of unity. Follow Ruby, a little Rainbow Girl, as she learns that change is a beautiful part of life and that, just like the colors of the rainbow, every person is special in their own way. This engaging and uplifting story encourages children aged 8 and above to appreciate differences, fostering a message of love, acceptance, and harmony. Perfect for promoting inclusivity in the classroom!
NPQH - x2 Examples of Primary Application Forms
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NPQH - x2 Examples of Primary Application Forms

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Get ahead in your teaching career with our two NPQH exemplar application forms. This resource is designed for experienced primary teachers aiming to apply for the National Professional Qualification for Headship. It includes a two example answers for each question on the application form, aligned with the following standards: ✹ Section 1: Experience and performance as a senior leader with particular respect to improvement at a strategic level (Strategy and Improvement) ✹ Section 2: Increasing Capability – Self and others ✹ Section 3: Teaching and Curriculum Excellence ✹ Section 4: Working in Partnership ✹ Section 5: Efficient and effective management of Resources ✹ Section 6: Assessment of Leading with Impact Elevate your career with our expertly crafted materials. Tags: whole school, leadership, outstanding teacher, career skills, professional development, pay increase
NPQSL - Successful Application Form (Primary)
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NPQSL - Successful Application Form (Primary)

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Are you ready to take the next step in your educational career and step into a leadership role? Our Successful NPQSL Application Form Example for primary teachers is the ideal resource to help you on your journey. This comprehensive example application form is meticulously crafted to provide you with a clear roadmap for applying to the National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL). These example questions and answers cover: ✹ Why would you like to complete the Programme with (Programme provider)? Please provide a specific, recent example to show how you are ready for the next step in school/education setting leadership ✹ Please provide a specific, recent example to show how you are ready for the next step in school/education setting leadership. ✹ Write about how teaching and learning (including curriculum and assessment) is important for you to develop in your role and explain how this will impact on pupils and staff at your school or education setting. ✹ Please provide your best two recent examples of leadership roles where you have led a team across the whole school, and explain how they demonstrate your success as a senior leader. ✹ Please identify what you feel are your key areas for development as a senior leader and thereby what you hope to gain by attending this programme. With the NPQSL qualification, you’ll gain the expertise and knowledge needed to excel in leadership roles within the education sector. Whether you’re looking to move into a senior leadership position, enhance your leadership skills, or prepare for new challenges in the field, our sample application form will serve as your trusted companion. Unlock your leadership potential, take the next step in your career, and demonstrate your readiness for senior leadership roles with our Successful NPQSL Application Form Example. Start your journey towards educational leadership success today.