Commonwealth Day is an annual celebration of the Commonwealth of Nations. This assembly explains what the Commonwealth is and why it is important to celebrate it. There are strong links with British Values in this assembly. Perfect for showing children why the Commonwealth is a key part of our culture, in an easy to use PowerPoint presentation. You can find an Assembly Bundle containing over 10 assembly PowerPoints for just £3.00 on the PrimaryAllStars TES shop.

Bastille Day is an important celebration in France that occurs every year on 14th July. This presentation explores what this event commemorates, why it is important to French people and how the Storming of the Bastille helped to shape modern day France. An engaging PowerPoint to inspire your children to learn about another country and one of their important celebrations.

Christmas poetry and letter writing - a fun way to continue to teach high quality English lessons during the busy Christmas period. Two individual KS2 English lessons (which could be stretched to more lessons if needed) around the theme of Christmas. One lesson focuses on the art of writing a persuasive letter, with the hook of writing to Santa to persuade him to bring their desired presents. It looks at the features of a letter, as well as exploring what different persuasive techniques could be used. The another lesson focuses on poetry, specifically haikus. This lesson teaches the format of a haiku and discusses the importance of syllables. The children can then write their own Christmas Haiku Poem. Each lesson comes complete with PowerPoint slides, worksheets (where applicable), a WAGOLL and lesson plan - all of which are fully editable. Enjoy English with your class in the run up to Christmas with these lessons!

April Fool’s Day is an annual event which consists of people playing practical jokes on each other. This assembly explores the origins of the day and how it is celebrated in different countries. Perfect for KS1 and KS2 assemblies, in an easy to use PowerPoint presentation. You can find an Assembly Bundle containing over 10 assembly PowerPoints for just £3.00 on the PrimaryAllStars TES shop.

Mother’s Day is a celebration of motherhood and mothers around the world. This resource could be used as a PowerPoint for assembly or in class to promote discussion about what mums/mother figures do for us. Suitable for KS1 or KS2.

Red Nose Day is an biennial event in which people come together to raise money for important causes in the UK and around the world. This presentation discusses what Red Nose Day is, why we celebrate it and how children can get involved. A fun PowerPoint to celebrate the power of helping others.

Valentine’s Day is celebrated every year on the 14th February to mark the death of the brave priest Valentine. This presentation explores his life and how different countries celebrate this day. You can find an Assembly Bundle containing over 10 assembly PowerPoints for just £3.00 on the PrimaryAllStars TES shop.