Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Get stitching with this Bayeux Tapestry art unit! Perfect for those studying Medieval times or art through the ages, children will find out about the Norman Conquest of England in 1066 whilst practising their fabric artistry skills. Children will plan, design and create a piece of art that represents a section of the Bayeux Tapestry from felt and stitching, learning the skills of stitching and applique and comparing this to the modern day artistry of embroidery. Each PowerPoint is easy to follow and guides the teacher through from starter, main input to task and plenary. Resources included: x5 lesson plans x5 PowerPoints (one for each lesson) Templates to trace and cut out Pictures of the Bayeux Tapestry for inspiration Lesson 1 L.O To experiment with creating art work using fabric and stitch. Lesson 2 L.O. To plan a design inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry. L.O. Use applique to attach fabric together. Success Criteria: I can try using fabric and the technique of stitching. I can thread a needle. I can secure a thread. I can try to create different effects with stitch (some neat, some messy). Lesson 3 L.O To create a stitching plan. L.O. To create a story through fabric. Success Criteria: I can draw a simple, bold design. I can add clear, individual stitches in colour. I can select areas to create with applique. Lesson 4 and 5 L.O To create story scenes in fabric, inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry. Success Criteria: I can be accurate (tracing / cutting / stitching). I can explain my colour choices (felt and thread) I can thread my needle I can secure my thread I can stitch Whole planning unit written by experienced KS2 teacher, rated Outstanding. normandy war medieval times history art historical art artists study fabric embroider year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 key stage 2 key stage two

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Love this resource? Leave us a great review and get a resource of your choice for FREE! Just drop us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review. This Dig for Victory Design and Technology unit is perfect to use alongside a World War II topic. Children will learn a range of cooking skills, including cutting, mixing and measuring, creating a range of simple meals, including salad, cake bread and sausage rolls. These five lessons are fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans provided. Many of these lessons could be extended to last more than one lesson. Created by an experienced art and design & technology subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. There are PowerPoints for each lesson, worksheets, recipes and detailed lesson plans included in this bundle. Investigate the importance of fruits and vegetables in the diet. Review cooking skills, especially knife skills Follow a recipe to make pasta sauce To investigate suitable ingredients for a healthy salad. To prepare a healthy salad using cutting skills. To work safely and hygienically in the kitchen. To evaluate the food prepared. Investigate food and shopping in wartime Britain Explain how egg substitute was used in wartime food Review bread making skills and cook banana bread using egg substitute Make a wartime recipe using typical foods used at this time. Make a PowerPoint or poster describing meals for a day in wartime Britain Compare and evaluate cooking and modern equivalents Plan the food for a wartime street party Evaluate recipes linking them to the balanced plate model. Make wartime sausage rolls following a recipe. Resources included: 5 Lesson plans 5 PowerPoints Bread recipes (war and present day) Wordsearch Egg substitutes worksheet Balanced plate worksheet Evaluation worksheet x3 salad recipes Rations and balanced plate worksheet Honey cake recipe Sausage rolls recipe Rations example You might also be interested in: KS2 World War 2 Unit - 7 Outstanding lessons https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11881663 KS2 World War II Poetry Guided Reading Unit https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12599946 Y5 / Y6 World War 1 Unit - 12 lessons https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11988820 ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 WWII WW2 World War 2

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This unit is a great way to kick off a Romans topic. These five lessons guide children through the basics of writing a diary entry and using prepositional phrases to describe. They will learn and write about everyday Roman life. Each lesson includes planning (differentiated 3 ways), PowerPoint and resources (some adapted for EAL/SEN children). Lesson 1: L.O. Use prepositions to show time. Success Criteria I understand what a preposition to show time is. I can identify time prepositions. I can use time prepositions as openers. Lesson 2: L.O. Make notes on the day in the life of a Roman. Success Criteria I can create identify areas to research based on Roman life. I can find information about different areas of Roman life. I can use notes to record information. Lesson 3: L.O. Plan a diary entry. Success Criteria I can discuss my ideas with a partner. I can use prepositions to show time in my plan. I can organise ideas into paragraphs. Lesson 4 and 5: L.O. Write a diary entry. Success Criteria I can use prepositions to show time. I can use informal language to write a diary entry. I can use my plan to write a diary entry. I can write in paragraphs. Instructions story fact file non chronological report Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 English reading writing lks2 uks2 ks2

Get ready for The Romans! These 10 outstanding history and geography lessons are the perfect way to teach your children all about the Romans over a half term or term. This unit is packed with 30 files! Children will begin with the legend of the founding of Rome to the Roman invasion of Britain and beyond. Packed with exciting videos and resources, this unit comes fully resourced and planned with detailed lesson plans provided for each lesson. Created by an experienced humanities subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. Children will find out about: The legend of the founding of Rome (Romulus and Remus). The reasons for, and methods of, the Roman Empire’s expansion. Lifestyle and occupations of Celtic Britons before the Roman invasion. The expansion of the Roman Empire and why the Roman army was powerful. Why Julius Caesar wanted to invade Britain and how he prepared for the invasion. The timeline of Julius Caesar’s invasion. Understanding how it would have felt to be a Celt during the Roman invasion. Boudicca and how she rebelled against Roman rule. The legacy of the Romans in Britain today. The construction of Roman roads Resources included: ★ x10 PowerPoints ★ x10 Lesson Plans ★ British resources worksheet ★ x2 Differentiated storyboards ★ x2 Differentiated worksheets (map of the Roman Empire) ★ Map of the Roman Empire ★ Roman timeline events ★ Label a Roman soldier ★ Roman soldier commands ★ Teacher notes (Lesson 5) ★ Questions about Julius Caesar’s invasion ★ Narrator scripts for dramatic retelling ★ Teacher notes (Lesson 6) ★ Starter game ★ Boudicca’s revolt storyboard ★ Roman’s legacy poem ★ Storyboard support sheet ★ The story of Boudicca’s revolt ★ x5 Roman numerals worksheets (differentiated) ★ How to make a Roman road (instructions) ★ Roman roads worksheet KS2 History year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 knowledge skills lks2 uks2

This unit will take your students on a journey to West Africa, where they will discover the origins, achievements, and legacy of the Benin Kingdom. They will learn about the culture, religion, art, and trade of the Edo people, as well as the causes and consequences of the kingdom’s destruction by the British. They will also investigate how historians use different sources of evidence to learn about Benin’s past and present. This unit includes: ☆ 6 detailed lesson plans with clear learning objectives, success criteria, and differentiation ideas ☆* 6 informative and interactive PowerPoint presentations with stunning images and animations ☆ A comprehensive word bank with key vocabulary and definitions ☆ A range of worksheets and resources to support students’ learning and assessment ☆ A final project where students write an information text about the Kingdom of Benin This unit is aligned with the National Curriculum for history and covers the following skills and knowledge: ☆ Locating Benin on a map and placing it in a chronological framework ☆ Describing and explaining the features and achievements of the Benin Kingdom ☆ Comparing and contrasting life in Benin with life in Britain at the same time ☆ Evaluating the impact of trade and contact with other cultures on Benin ☆ Explaining the reasons and effects of the British invasion of Benin ☆ Analysing and interpreting different types of historical sources ☆ Communicating historical knowledge and understanding using appropriate terminology This unit is suitable for KS2 students (ages 7-11) and can be adapted to suit different abilities and interests. It can be used as a standalone topic or as part of a wider study of African history and culture.

An outstanding Anglo-Saxons and Vikings unit that covers all you need to know. Suitable for Y4/Y5 but can be adapted to Y3 or Y6 easily. All worksheets needed provided and detailed PowerPoints for each lesson. Detailed planning also provided. Includes: L.O. To understand who the Vikings were and how they lived. Success Criteria I know the countries the Vikings came from I know when they lived I know a little about why they came to England I know about their everyday life L.O. To understand what made the Viking longboat so successful Success Criteria I know what the keel is and why it helped the boat to move through the water I know what the sail was made from I know the materials the longships were made of I know why there was a carved masthead I can show what I know by labeling my drawing L.O. To understand why the Vikings traveled to England and why some chose to settle here Success Criteria I can work with my team to produce and trade goods By the end of the lesson I will know what difficulties the Vikings faced and why some chose to stay in England. and 5. L.O. To understand why the Vikings raided Lindisfarne and describe the events through poetry. Success Criteria I understand the events of Lindisfarne including why the Vikings raided I can understand the feelings of both sides of the raid I can chose interesting vocabulary to show what I know through my poem and 7. L.O. To understand who the Anglo-Saxons were and how they lived Success Criteria I know the countries the Anglos and Saxons came from I know when they lived I know a little about why they came to England I know about their everyday life L.O. To be able to use the internet to research an area of Viking life Success Criteria I can use google to search for information by typing in key words I can make notes about what I have read- not just copy! I can share my facts with detail I can make notes based on other children’s facts L.O. To know facts about Viking gods and show what I know through drawing and labelling a picture. Success Criteria Make notes about some of the Viking gods Use these notes to draw and label my favourite god L.O. To be able to discuss open ended questions linked to the Vikings Success Criteria Listen to others - don’t interrupt If you want to talk, hold out your hand Respond to what others have said Try to join in Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com KS2 History year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 knowledge skills lks2 uks2 long ship longship

An outstanding WWI unit that covers all you need to know about the First World War. Suitable for KS2. Detailed lesson plans, PowerPoints and resources for each lesson. Includes: Locate countries involved How the World War I started Timeline Propaganda artwork and posters What trenches were and how they were used What life was like in the trenches Affect on people at home Understanding WWI poetry Writing their own WWI poem How the war ended War sites now (present day) Discussion and finale lesson KS2 History year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 knowledge skills lks2 uks2 remote Britain Europe geography world war one world war 1 WW1 Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Discover the richness of Ancient Greece with our well-structured KS2 History Unit. This unit comprises seven insightful lessons covering a range of topics from Greek mythology to historical inventions. Each lesson offers a blend of interactive activities and thoughtful discussions, providing students with a solid grasp of different aspects of life in Ancient Greece. Included are all lesson plans, PowerPoints and resources needed for each lesson. Lesson 2: Exploring Greek Gods and Mythology This lesson delves into the world of Greek mythology, introducing students to the gods, their roles, and relationships through engaging activities such as “Guess the Gods.” Lesson 3: Perseus and the Gorgon’s Head: A Poetic Tale Experience the art of poetry while immersing in the tale of Perseus and the Gorgon’s head. Students perform and analyze the story to enhance their language skills and comprehension. Lesson 4: Greek Temples: Design and Architecture Gain insights into the architecture of ancient Greek temples. Explore key features and even design a temple, fostering an understanding of Greek architectural concepts. Lesson 5: Athens vs. Sparta: Comparing Two City-States Compare Athens and Sparta, two significant Greek city-states, to comprehend their differences in governance, culture, and lifestyle. Lesson 6: Ancient Greek Olympics: Athletic Excellence and Beyond Explore the ancient Greek Olympics, discovering the sports, participants, and prizes, while understanding the historical importance of this event. Lesson 7: Greek Inventions: Shaping the Modern World Uncover the ingenuity of ancient Greek inventions and their influence on contemporary life. Engage in activities like the “Ancient Greek Dragons’ Den” to creatively present their impact. Our KS2 Ancient Greece History Unit offers a comprehensive exploration of this captivating civilization. Each lesson thoughtfully combines discussions, interactive activities, and presentations, fostering a solid understanding of Ancient Greek culture. Tags: Key Stage 2, History, Ancient Greece, Greek Mythology, Architecture, City-States, Olympics, Inventions, Interactive Lessons, Comprehensive Learning, Cultural Exploration. Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com KS2 History year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 knowledge skills lks2 uks2 ks3

Embark on a captivating journey through Eyam’s history with our KS2 Eyam and the Plague History Unit. This comprehensive resource offers 12 engaging lessons that delve into the intriguing events and themes surrounding the plague and its impact on this remarkable village. Unravel the mystery of Eyam’s plague outbreak, explore the courageous decision to quarantine, and discover the toll the plague took on Eyam’s population. Learn about heroic figures, examine physical remnants like the Plague Cross and Boundary Stones, and step into the shoes of Eyam’s plague doctors. Immerse yourself in the personal accounts found in Eyam’s plague diary and examine the preserved plague cottages to gain a deeper understanding of living conditions during the outbreak. Reflect on Eyam’s legacy and how the village commemorates its history. Connect historical lessons to contemporary challenges, explore feudal life in the 14th century, and delve into the Peasants’ Revolt led by Wat Tyler. Develop persuasive writing skills and analyze the consequences and significance of the revolt. Learn about plague doctors and create a plague doctor mask. Engage your students with this complete KS2 Eyam and the Plague History Unit, filled with interactive activities and captivating resources. Discover the resilience, bravery, and enduring lessons from Eyam’s past that resonate with us today. KS2 History year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 knowledge skills lks2 uks2 remote Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Get ready for The Aztecs! These 10 outstanding history and geography lessons are the perfect way to teach your children all about the Aztecs over a half term or term. This unit is packed with 46 files! Children will begin with where and when the Aztecs lived to using real-life artefacts to discover more. Packed with exciting videos and resources, this unit comes fully resourced and planned with detailed lesson plans provided for each lesson. Created by an experienced humanities subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. Children will find out about: When and where they lived Aztec artefacts Aztec artefacts Everyday life Aztec Gods Tenochtitlan (Aztec capital city) Aztec clothing Sacrifices Designing an Aztec chocolate bar Aztec diet Resources included: ★ x10 PowerPoints ★ x10 Lesson Plans ★ Starter assessment ★ Blank map of Mexico worksheet ★ Complete map of Mexico ★ Timeline worksheet ★ Timeline answers sheet ★ Civilisation video notes worksheet ★ Video about Aztec civilisations ★ Artefact pictures ★ Artefact teacher notes ★ Artefact discussion questions ★ Solving mysteries video ★ Artefact pictures and information sheets ★ Artefacts worksheet ★ 25 Facts about Aztecs video ★ Aztec Empire video ★ x2 Everyday Aztec life texts ★ Fact file template ★ Note taking sheet ★ x2 differentiated Aztec gods worksheets ★ Aztec gods information sheet ★ Aztec gods fact table ★ Aztec gods note taking sheet ★ Aztec gods Top Trumps template ★ Top 10 Aztec gods facts sheet ★ Life in Tenochtitlan information sheets ★ Tenochtitlan maps ★ Life in Tenochtitlan video ★ Clothing fact sheets ★ Clothing worksheet ★ Aztec fashion video ★ Discussion sentence starters mat ★ Chocolate bar design sheet Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com KS2 History year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 knowledge skills lks2 uks2

This 10 lesson literacy unit is packed full of outstanding lesson plans, PowerPoints, resources and even video clips. Based on the book Beowulf by Rob Lloyd Jones (Usborne), this writing unit has been written by experienced literacy leaders in key stage two. This unit is perfect to accompany an Anglo Saxon topic, but this is not necessary and it can be used alone. Children will produce Beowulf and Grendel character descriptions, write a diary entry, describe the Lake of Demons spooky setting and write the ending to the story. They will then produce a class book by publishing their work and creating something to be proud of. There are also questions for each section of the book and supports inference and other reading skills. Lessons: I am able to describe a character. I am able to use adjectives effectively. I am able to describe a character’s feelings. I am able to describe a character. I am able to bring a character to life. I am able to use senses. I am able to describe a setting. I am able to predict an ending. I am able to hook the reader. I am able to present my written work legibly. Files: ✸ x10 lesson plans ✸ x10 PowerPoints ✸ Beowulf word bank (differentiated 3 ways) ✸ Feelings word bank (differentiated 2 ways) ✸ Grendel word bank (differentiated 3 ways) ✸ Lake of Demons word bank (differentiated 3 ways) ✸ Lake of Demons descriptive support worksheet ✸ Skeleton plan worksheet ✸ Front cover for published work book ✸ Lined and unlined writing paper ✸ x6 images ✸ x5 video clips Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com key stage 2 ks2 lks2 uks2 English vikings medieval times history historical settings historical fiction monster dragon mythical creatures

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This English writing unit is a great way to learn about the Stone Age using the popular book, Stone Age Boy. Suitable for Lower Key Stage 2, this unit includes 15 lessons with planning, PowerPoints and resources. This zip file includes 50 files in total. Lesson Objectives: To be able to understand how a character feels To be describe setting and characters form the Stone Age To research an activity during the Stone Age period gather To write an set of instructions for a Stone Age activity To express time and place using conjunctions To create a Stone Age animal fact file To contrast the present and the Stone Age To use a consistent past tense throughout my writing To place events from a story in chronological order To create a diary entry as Stone Age Boy To create a diary entry as Stone Age Boy To use a Thesaurus to find key words. To create a story plan for an alternative ending. To create a story plan for an alternative ending. To create a problem for my story Not sure? Try the first week of planning, PowerPoints and resources for free: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12113655 Instructions story fact file non chronological report Year 3 Year 4 Y3 Y4 English reading writing outstanding fiction novel study

Need an easy-to-follow Ancient Egyptian unit including planning, PowerPoints and worksheets? Look no further! Children will learn all above Ancient Egypt from the basics of location and time period to Ancient Egyptian traditions and culture. These seven lessons are perfect to be used during a half term and are flexible to be used in any order. They are fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans provided. Created by an experienced Geography and History subject lead, these lessons have been used in a real classroom with real students across KS2. Resources included: ✸ x7 Lesson Plans ✸ x7 PowerPoints ✸ Blank map of the world ✸ Blank timeline ✸ Building pictures for timeline ✸ Picture clue sheet ✸ Timeline events ✸ Blank map of Egypt ✸ Guidance sheet for Ancient Egyptian society activity ✸ Questions for an Ancient Egyptian slave ✸ Hieroglypics alphabet ✸ x3 Mummification sheets (differentiated 3 ways) ✸ Number system ✸ Egyptian maths workbook ✸ Hook ideas Lesson 1 L.O. To locate Egypt on a map of the World. L.O. To locate the Ancient Egyptian period on a time line. Success Criteria: I can identify Egypt on a map of the world and describe its location. I can say when the Ancient Egyptian period was and place it on a timeline with other important historical periods. I can recall some significant events of the Ancient Egyptian period. Lesson 2 L.O. To recognise the importance of the River Nile to Ancient Egyptians. Success Criteria: I know the Nile was an important source of water and made the land fertile for farming in Egypt, as well as being used for transportation. I know the different seasons connected to the River Nile in Ancient Egypt. Lesson 3 L.O. To understand how Ancient Egyptian society was organised. L.O. To know why pyramids were built. Success Criteria: I know that Egyptian society was hierarchical with the Pharaoh as the divine ruler. I understand that beneath the pharaoh, there were different levels of society. I can explain why the pyramids were built. Lesson 4 L.O. To understand why the pyramids at Giza are considered a wonder of the world. Success Criteria: I can give reasons why the Pyramids at Giza are a wonder of the world. Lesson 5 L.O. To be able to use Hieroglyphics to create an image. Success Criteria: I can say why hieroglyphics were used in Ancient Egypt. I can copy and design my own tomb painting using hieroglyphics. y3 y4 y5 y6 lks2 uks2 year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 geography topic humanities unit lessons atlases atlas features year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 ofsted inspection observation sen la ma ha differentiated home learning remote learning Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

**Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Love this resource? Leave us a great review and get a resource of your choice for FREE! Just drop us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review.** A writing unit all about Roman Myths suitable for LKS2. 8 lessons provided with resources, PowerPoints and detailed planning for each lesson. Lessons: To be able to research information about the Roman gods. To be able to recognise and create a dilemma. To be able to create a story map. To be able to write a story from a story map. To be able to create a rags to riches performance. To be able to create details for my story. To be able to plan my story. To be able to write a quest story. KS1 KS2 LKS2 UKS2 Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y1 Y2 outstanding ofsted observation writing english reading Romans historical setting literature novel study ks2 roman myths writing ks2 roman myths lessons ks2 english unit

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This unit is a great way to kick off a Romans topic and look at the famous Roman myths and legends using the book Escape From Pompeii. If you want to give it a try, download lesson 1 for FREE here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks2-escape-to-pompeii-roman-legends-writing-lesson-prepositions-12686029 These ten lessons guide children through the basics of English writing a legend story and how to use prepositional phrases, adverbials and adverbial openers to describe. Fully differentiated resources and sheets to go with each lesson. Detailed planning is also provided. This resource contains over 30 documents! Lesson 1: Use prepositional phrases. Lesson 2: Identify and summarise main events of a story. Lesson 3: Infer character’s feelings, thoughts and motives from their actions. Lesson 4: Plan a character description Lesson 5: Write a character description Lesson 6: Use adverbial openers Lesson 7: To use adverbial openers to write a setting description Lesson 8: To use adverbial openers to plan a Roman legend story Lesson 9: To write my opener and build up for a Roman legend story Lesson 10: To write my problem and resolution for a Roman legend story Documents included: 10 lesson plans 10 PowerPoints (for each lesson) Lesson 1: MA Task, HA Task, Main Clauses sheet, Pictures, Prepositional Clauses sheet Lesson 2: Starter task, x2 storyboards (4 box and 6 box) Lesson 3: HA task, Pictures, Romulus and Remus story, Romulus and Remus summary Lesson 4: Starter task, character plan Lesson 5: LA/MA starter activity, HA starter activity, Lesson 6: LA and EAL Task, MA Task Lesson 7: Roman setting pictures Lesson 8: Story plan Prepositions word mat Instructions story fact file non chronological report Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 English reading writing lks2 uks2 ks2 Romulus Remus god goddess Jupiter Bee lower ability middle ability higher ability high low medium chilli challenge reading literacy