Take your interview or observation lessons to the next level with our exceptional Adverbs Writing Lesson designed specifically for KS2 students. This comprehensive resource pack includes a detailed lesson plan, engaging PowerPoint presentation, and accompanying resources. Empower your students to use a range of adverbs accurately and effectively, while fostering their understanding of different types of adverbs. With ready-to-use activities and differentiated challenges, this outstanding lesson ensures students develop their adverb usage skills and enhance their writing abilities. Key Features: ✸ Engaging Starter: Stimulate discussion and critical thinking as students explore the statement “Adverbs are just words that end in ‘ly’.” Encourage students to articulate their thoughts and consider the validity of the statement. ✸ Comprehensive Main Activity: Introduce adverbs to students, explaining how they describe time, manner, place, or frequency of a verb. Engage students with the Table Team Adverb Sorting Challenge, encouraging collaboration as they categorize adverbs into different families. ✸ Reflective Assessment: Encourage self-reflection by having students evaluate their previous writing and assess their use of adverbs. Guide students to identify areas for improvement and set goals for their adverb usage. ✸ Creative Writing Exercise: Utilize the captivating video clip “The Cloud” to inspire students’ writing. Offer differentiated challenges based on difficulty levels, allowing students to incorporate adverbs effectively and demonstrate their understanding. ✸ Mini Plenary: Conduct a mid-lesson check-in, where students share examples of each sentence type to ensure comprehension and reinforce learning. ✸ Engaging Plenary: Challenge students to identify and explain three sentences on the board, showcasing their understanding of adverb usage and sentence construction. ✸ Complete Resources: Access a comprehensive set of resources, including a PowerPoint presentation, picture stimulus, differentiated worksheets, conjunctions sheet, and self-assessment tools. L.O. To be able to use a range of adverbs accurately and effectively. Success Criteria ✸ Know different types of adverb. ✸ Add appropriate adverbs to a piece of work. ✸ Know the level that I am working at now when using adverbs. ✸ Know the mistakes that I make regularly when using adverbs, e.g. repeating the same ones. ✸ Identify an area for improvement with my use of adverbs. Files include: ✸ Lesson plan ✸ PowerPoint ✸ The Cloud picture storyboard ✸ Example writing sheet (WAGOLL) ✸ Flash write challenge sheet ✸ Questions sheet ✸ Table team sorting challenge Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Descriptive writing LKS2 UKS2 Year 3 Year 4 Y3 Y4 Year 5 Year 6 Y5 Y6 ks2 ofsted observation nqt ect interview

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This Year 5/6 English interview lesson on openers and effective writing has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted inspectors. It can be flexibly used from 20 minutes to an hour. Children will produce a piece of descriptive writing based on a film clip and learn how to use a range of sentence openers effectively. It includes: lesson plan, PowerPoint presentation, mild, spicy and hot task and starter activity. Children will reflect upon their writing and evaluate an example of writing in terms of vocabulary and openers. They will use ADDSPICE openers to create writing that is exciting and varied. (Adverbs, Drop in clause, describe, simile, preposition, -ing word, connective, -ed word) Want to know more about ADDSPICE sentence openers? Download the free poster pack here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12799923 Files included: Lesson Plan PowerPoint Activity One - Writing Example Activity One - The Openers Doctor Activity Two - A Locked Door Activity Two - Girl in the Snow Activity Two - Old Toy Shop Activity Three - Mild Task Activity Three - Spicy Task Activity Three - Hot Task Storyboard ADDSPICE Openers Posters year 5 year 6 KS2 Y5 Y6 UKS2

Introduce an engaging approach to spelling with the Word Spider worksheet. Ideal for morning activities, topic introductions, or as a classroom display, this template is a versatile tool for exploring the nuances of the English language. Features: ★ Central Keyword Focus: Students write a chosen word in the center and explore its linguistic connections. ★ Educational Prompts: The surrounding boxes encourage students to analyse the word’s spelling, categorize its type, and consider its phonetics and etymology. ★ Interactive Learning: The worksheet prompts students to engage with the word through various exercises, enhancing their understanding and retention. Benefits: ★ Reusable Format: Designed to be laminated for continuous use, promoting sustainability in classroom resources. ★ Adaptable for Different Ages: While created for Key Stage 2, the worksheet is suitable for a broad age range. Advantages: ★ Spelling Reinforcement: Aids in memorizing essential spelling words, tailored to the curriculum requirements of each year group. ★ Language Exploration: Encourages a deeper understanding of word formation, usage, and history. Product Details: ★ Available as a PDF for easy printing. ★ Key Stage 2 Oriented: Developed with the Key Stage 2 curriculum as a focus, yet flexible for other educational levels. The Word Spider worksheet is a valuable addition to any English or literacy program, helping students to develop their spelling and etymology skills in an interactive manner.

This newly redesigned unit has all that you need to teach your class reading skills through the ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ poem by Clement Clarke Moore! Great for KS2, this unit contains planning, PowerPoints and resources to make your Autumn 2 term run smoothly. This unit contains: ★ 6 Lesson plans (with LO, success criteria, input, activity, plenary, key questions and resource list) ★ Accompanying PowerPoint ★ Thought bubble ★ Poem ★ Modern version of the poem Children will learn about vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval and summarising skills. Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com y5 y6 ks2 reciprocal outstanding VIPERS

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.

This Athens and Sparta lesson plan, PowerPoint and sorting cards are perfect for teaching KS2 children about the differences between Athens and Sparta in Ancient Greece. The lesson plan includes an outstanding teaching approach suitable for interviews, and the PowerPoint provides engaging visuals to enhance students’ understanding. The sorting cards activity allows for differentiated learning, while the plenary encourages students to discuss and reflect on what they’ve learned. Lower ability sorting cards are also included for differentiation. This is a must-have resource for any KS2 history teacher covering Ancient Greece. I used this as an ofsted observation lesson. Looking for an Ancient Greece History Unit? Have a look at our 7 Ancient Greek lessons here: KS2 Ancient Greece Unit - 7 Outstanding Lessons 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

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

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 ActivInspire Flipchart contains 92 interactive games for all phonics phases. It is a fantastic way to fill your phonics lessons with fun games that all children will love. Check out the file previews for some examples. Phase 1: Playing with Word Picture Cards Rhyming Bingo Rhyming Picture Cards Phase 2: Four in a Row BGFOUL Picture Match BGFOUL Sound Match Caption and Picture Match Caterpillar Game CKMRDE Picture Match CKMRDE Sound Match Correct Words Treasure or Bin CVC Initial Letter Match CVC Loop Card Game Initial Sound and CVC Counter Games Initial Sound Loop Cards Noughts and Crosses SATPINMD New Four in a Row Picture Jigsaw Picture Phoneme Rhyming Bingo Rhyming Jigsaws Rhyming Sheets SATPIN Picture Match SATPIN Sound Match Snakes and Ladders SATPINMD Sound Buttons Sound Mats Whacky Races Words and Pictures Phase 3: Four in a Row At the River Story Ch Loop Card Game Ch th sh ee ai Bingo Ch th sh Matching Word and Pictures CVCC Loop Card Game Final Sound Loop Card Game Igh oo oa Bingo In a Wigwam Story In the Town Story In the Woods Story Initial Sound Match J qu v w x y z Picture Match Matching Rhymes Noughts and Crosses On the Farm Story Phoneme Frames Picture and Caption Match Picture Jigsaw Picture Match Pictures and Captions Rhyming Bingo Rhyming Jigsaws Rhyming Loop Card Game Rhyming Sheets Sentence Substitute Sorting Activity Sorting Captions ‘the’ Sound Buttons Sound Jigsaws Sound Match Sound Mats Spelling ‘the’ Words and Pictures Yes, No Game Phase 4: Board Picture Initial Blend Match I Spy Game Initial Cluster Loop Card Game Matching Sentences Pictures and Sentences Sentence Substitute Snake Counter Games Sound Button Cards Treasure Game Words and Pictures Yes, No Game Phase 5: 3 Right Answers Compound Words HFW Loop Card Games Looking Good Game Magic e Bingo Magic e Game Magic e Matching Game Picture and Phoneme Match Picture Jigsaws Picture Word Match Sentence Substitute Silly Sentences Snake Game Word Picture Match Yes, No Game Phase 6: Four in a Row Picture Jigsaw ks1 key stage 1 phonics lessons jolly phonics read write inc literacy reading spelling phase 1 phase 2 phase 3 phase 4 phase 5 phase 6

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Editable powerpoint and PDF Nine spelling activities for any age group and any spellings Great for morning tasks, phonics activities, KS1 or KS2 spellings, common exception words and weekly spelling tests. Children in your class will love these creative and fun spelling activities that are simple to follow for any age. Includes: ABC Spelling Stair Step Spelling Picture Spelling Rainbow Spelling Spelling Sentences Make a Wordsearch Roll a Spelling Pyramid Spelling Secret Code Spelling reception eyfs key stage 1 key stage 2 y3 y4 y5 y6 y1 y2 dyslexic

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com An ActivInspire flipchart that includes 73 slides for words of the day. Great as a morning job or English starter to improve vocabulary. Each slide gives children a word and definition, with an example stem sentence. It asks them to: Read the word and definition Write the word 3 times Create an illustration of the word Read the sentence and copy it, filling in the blank Create your own sentence ks2 ks3 y3 y4 y5 y6 y7 y8 english reading VIPERS

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A great addition to any classroom, these labels have been created with real life photographs to help develop children’s vocabulary and allow older children to independently access classroom resources. Created in both Ukrainian and phonetic Ukrainian, it allows children from Ukraine to settle in to a new classroom and be able to be confident and independent. It also helps other children to learn some item names in Ukrainian. I have previously used these labels to help children with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities). It allows them to be able to identify where items are that are hidden away in drawers, helping to ease anxiety of a new classroom. To see the English translation, open the editable PowerPoint version and look at the notes below the slide. These labels are bright and colourful which will look great in any classroom. Included in this download are the labels in PowerPoint format (with English translation in the notes) and in printable PDF format (Ukrainian and phonetic Ukrainian) in a range of sizes including: One to a page Two to a page Four to a page Six to a page Also available: 130 English Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12725759 32 Primary Maths Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12725980 Classroom Resource Label Bundle: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12726035 130 French General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12725992

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A great addition to any classroom, these labels have been created with real life photographs to help develop children’s French vocabulary and allow older children to independently access classroom resources whilst learning a new language. I have also previously used these labels to help children with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities). It allows them to be able to practise their French whilst being able to identify where items are that are hidden away in drawers, helping to ease anxiety of a new classroom. These labels are bright and colourful which will look great in any classroom. Included in this download are the labels in PowerPoint format (with English translation in the notes) and in printable PDF format in a range of sizes including: One to a page Two to a page Four to a page Six to a page Also available: 32 Primary Maths Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12725980 Classroom Resource Label Bundle: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12726035 130 English General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12725759 124 Ukrainian General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12725988

An editable (Publisher) cheat sheet for A4. Created for a Brazillian child who was new to the country and had EAL. Could be edited for other languages. SEND Brazil Spanish Portuguese

A 16-page workbook based around The Firework Maker’s Daughter by Philip Pullman. There is a week’s worth of lessons with handwriting, grammar, vocabulary and comprehension questions to complete. There is also an answer booklet. y3 y4 y5 y6 ks2 year 3 year 4 year 5 year 6 outstanding covid school closure

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A great booklet for parents of new EAL children. Introduces the English school system and explains how parents can help their children to learn English at home. Editable through Publisher. Pages include: The school system in England How to help your child when reading, writing and speaking and listening parent english as an additional language send sen sendco

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A flipchart with 88 slides about the grammar terminology needed for the Y6 SATs. Each slide has quick-fire tasks to complete and example SATs questions for the terminology on the previous page.

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com An 18 slide PowerPoint explaining how to answer the types of questions found in the SATs grammar paper. SPAG GAPS GPS

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A set of colourful maths resource labels with real photographs representing the items. Brilliant for maths subject leaders and class teachers. These labels are also great for children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) or EAL (English as an Additional Language) and helps build language development lower down the primary school. Included in this download are the labels in printable PDF format in a range of sizes including: One to a page Two to a page Four to a page Six to a page Also available: 130 General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12725759 Classroom Resource Label Bundle: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12726035 123 French General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12725992 124 Ukrainian General Classroom Resource Labels: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12725988

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com This table mat is created for SEN children (children with Special Educational Needs) to use to help them with all subjects. The main keywords included are common to the English language. There is also a section for you to write on any key vocabulary for the day relevant to your topic. This word bank can be laminated and re-used each day and is great tool to encourage independence. These are brilliant for any child with dyslexia or any other need and could be added to an IEP (Individual Education Plan) to help children succeed. PDF format ks1 ks2 eyfs lks2 uks2 send dyslexia

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Back to School FREEBIE! A PDF featuring a phone template for children to draw themselves at the start of the year and another template for them to write what they have been doing over the summer. A nice introductory template for the first day back! Back to school All about me Transition Ice breakers Welcome back