Welcome to My TES Authors Shop! Hi, I’m Natalie, and I’m thrilled to share my resources with you! I’m a qualified English teacher with a PGCE in Secondary English with QTS, an MA in Creative Writing, and a BA (Hons) in English Literature with Creative Writing. With over 15 years of experience in education and several years specializing in curriculum and content design, my passion lies in creating engaging, high-quality materials to inspire learners of all ages. I hope you enjoy my resources!
Welcome to My TES Authors Shop! Hi, I’m Natalie, and I’m thrilled to share my resources with you! I’m a qualified English teacher with a PGCE in Secondary English with QTS, an MA in Creative Writing, and a BA (Hons) in English Literature with Creative Writing. With over 15 years of experience in education and several years specializing in curriculum and content design, my passion lies in creating engaging, high-quality materials to inspire learners of all ages. I hope you enjoy my resources!
Looking for a meaningful, creative, and inclusive lesson to celebrate Mother’s Day with your secondary students? This one-hour session is perfect for KS3 and KS4 and focuses on developing gratitude, emotional intelligence, and reflective writing skills.
In this engaging and thoughtful lesson, students will:
Learn about the UK origins of Mothering Sunday
Explore the benefits of gratitude for emotional wellbeing
Reflect on the people in their lives who offer care and support
Choose from a range of creative tasks to express appreciation, including letter writing, poetry, card design, and more
Consider alternative perspectives for students who may not have a traditional mother figure
This resource includes:
A full lesson presentation
Flexible, inclusive task options for diverse family contexts
A focus on social-emotional learning (SEL) and student voice
Perfect for English, PSHE, form time, or wellbeing weeks, this resource can be used as a standalone lesson or as part of a wider creative writing or emotional literacy unit.
Why teachers love it:
Ready-to-teach with clear structure and creative flexibility
Supports mental health and wellbeing
Encourages personal reflection and meaningful connection
Give your students the chance to express themselves, build empathy, and reflect on the power of care this Mother’s Day.
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