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Help your pupils explore the fascinating ways plants adapt to different habitats with this engaging, curriculum-linked science pack. This two-lesson resource includes a wide variety of interactive tasks, research opportunities, and visual activities to support understanding of how different plants survive and thrive in their unique environments. What’s Included: Two full lesson presentations (editable) Key vocabulary support (e.g., roots, stems, flowering, habitat, adaptation) Research tasks using QR codes and plant case studies (e.g., cactus, oak, water lily) Fact sheet templates for recording findings Visual labelling tasks (e.g., Amazonian water lily structure) Higher-level questioning (Is a balloon alive? | Mutualism extensions) Peer assessment activity Links to high-quality BBC and YouTube videos Key Features: Fully editable and adaptable Supports enquiry-based learning and cross-curricular thinking -Ideal for whole-class teaching, group work, or science project starters Linked to the National Curriculum (UK) for KS2 (adaptable for international). No specialist science equipment required – just curiosity and collaboration! Perfect for: KS2 Science – Plants, Living Things, and Habitats Enquiry skills and non-fiction research Stretch and challenge through case studies and real-world examples Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit ‘Roots, Fruits and Shoots’. Eco-themed units or Earth Day projects

Get your students thinking globally and acting locally with this ready-to-teach lesson on world foods, food miles, and the environmental impact of our grocery choices. This engaging, discussion-based resource helps learners explore the pros and cons of accessing foods from around the world — and challenges them to reflect on how far their own meals have travelled. What’s Included: Fully editable ActivInspire flipchart slides (PDF included). Interactive Starter: How Food Travels – engaging video clip introducing the concept of global food transport Key Discussion Prompts. Mini Documentary Resource: Understanding Food Miles – students examine the real-world journey of everyday items Core Teaching Point: Local food is often fresher, more sustainable, and supports local communities Class Activity: Whole-class T-chart comparing the advantages and disadvantages of global food access Visual Learning: Additional video content to reinforce environmental impact Key Features: Fully resourced and editable Links to UK Geography and Science curriculum Encourages critical thinking and real-world application Integrates environmental education and global awareness Ideal for KS2 (Years 3-6) Perfect For: Geography, Science, PSHE, or Citizenship lessons Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit 'What’s On The Menu? Eco-themed units or Environmental Awareness Weeks Whole-class debates or discussion tasks Cross-curricular links with Science, English, and Food Technology

Engage your learners in this practical and comparative geography task! This ready-to-use research activity guides students through comparing two major world countries — China and Brazil — using a variety of sources to gather geographical, demographic, and climate-based information. Pupils complete a structured fact file using videos, written materials, and prior knowledge to draw comparisons and deepen their global understanding. What’s Included: Fully editable ActivInspire flipchart slides (PDF included). Editable Fact File Template (PDF included). Structured Research Prompts (covering physical and human features) Discussion Questions to develop comparative thinking Links to pre-selected research sources (e.g., child-friendly fact sheets/webpages) Key Learning Focus: Locate and compare two countries across a range of geographical criteria. Use multiple sources to gather accurate and relevant information. Identify physical and human features including climate, population, and land use. Develop skills in observation, classification, and critical thinking. Topics Covered: Hemisphere and continent Capital and major cities Population Physical geography (rivers, mountains, forests) Human geography (industries, settlements) Climate zones Food crops and agriculture Perfect for: KS2 Geography (Years 4–6) Whole-class geography investigations Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit 'What’s On The Menu? Cover or independent research lessons Paired/group work or homework tasks Cross-curricular links with ICT and literacy

Help your students develop essential map-reading and geographical knowledge with this engaging, fully resourced lesson pack. Designed for KS2 learners, this activity guides pupils in using an atlas to locate countries and identify both human and physical geographical features across the globe. What’s Included: Fully editable ActivInspire flipchart slides (PDF included). Slides introducing key concepts with questions and video links Atlas-based task sheet prompting students to explore seven countries (including the UK, China, and Brazil), to complete using atlases or digital maps Definition guide for human vs physical features Plenary discussion activity to consolidate learning Key Features: Promotes independent research skills using atlases or online sources. Builds locational knowledge and geography vocabulary Editable Word and ActivInspire flipchart – easy to customise. Supports UK National Curriculum geography objectives Ideal for KS2, with cross-curricular applications in ICT and literacy Perfect for: Geography skills lessons Map reading and atlas work Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit 'What’s On The Menu? Whole-class activities or small group research Cover lessons, enrichments or homework projects

Support your pupils in distinguishing between human and physical geographical features with this clear, engaging, and interactive lesson. Designed to align with National Curriculum objectives for KS2 geography, this ready-to-teach resource develops geographical vocabulary and classification skills through a series of structured tasks. What’s Included: Editable ActivInspire slides guiding pupils through definitions, examples, and activities (PDF included). Timed-Pair-Share starter to encourage discussion and retrieval. Definition creation task for concept reinforcement Sorting activities: pupils classify features into human or physical categories Plenary activity where students apply learning to real-life experiences Key Features: Clear key vocabulary focus: physical, human, natural, man-made Promotes critical thinking and discussion Suitable for individual, paired, or whole-class work Fully editable to adapt to different year groups or local contexts Linked to UK National Curriculum geography for KS2 Perfect for: KS2 Geography lessons Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit 'What’s On The Menu? Locational knowledge & geographical skills units Cover lessons, enrichments or revision sessions Homework tasks or class projects

Help your students explore the fascinating differences between urban and rural areas — and why people choose to live where they do! This engaging and ready-to-teach resource guides learners through the characteristics of different types of homes, the lifestyle contrasts between locations, and the reasons behind population movement. What’s Included: Editable ActivInspire flipchart (8 slides) (PDF included). Key vocabulary (urban, rural, population, community) Visual comparison of urban and rural areas Features of urban vs. rural housing Discussion of lifestyle differences and reasons for population shifts Interactive plenary question for critical thinking Student worksheet, comparing advantages and disadvantages of urban and rural living. Plenary: Reflective discussion prompt: Key Features: Fully editable slides and worksheet Curriculum-aligned to KS2 Geography (Human Geography: Settlements & Land Use) Supports critical thinking and comparison skills Encourages personal reflection and speaking & listening Ideal for thematic units on communities, housing, or environment Perfect For: KS2 Geography (Years 3–6) Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit ‘Homes and Houses’. Human geography lessons PSHE or cross-curricular citizenship discussions Transition or relocation-themed writing units Whole-class instruction, small group activities, or cover lessons

Take your learners on a global adventure with this engaging and interactive lesson designed to help students understand how geography and climate affect housing around the world. Packed with high-quality visuals, thought-provoking discussions, and a fun multiple-choice quiz game, this lesson is ideal for KS2 Geography and cross-curricular learning. What’s Included: Editable ActivInspire flipchart (19 slides) (PDF included). Interactive starter and plenary Guided discussions and real-world examples 10-slide ‘Guess the Country’ quiz with global housing images Differentiated worksheet for classwork or homework Vocabulary and key concepts (climate, geography, materials, design features) Key Features: Designed for KS2 learners (Year 3–6 / Grades 3–5) Links to the National Curriculum (Geography) Supports vocabulary development and critical thinking Perfect for a one-off lesson, topic launch, or cover work Great for developing global awareness and empathy Perfect For: KS2 (Years 3–6) Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit ‘Homes and Houses’. Geography lessons Cross-curricular units (climate, environment, culture) Whole-class instruction, group discussions, enrichments or homework Visual learners and EAL pupils

Help your pupils explore the personal and global reasons why people move home with this two-part lesson pack, ideal for KS2 geography, PSHE, or citizenship. This editable, ready-to-teach resource explores push and pull factors, migration, and the experiences of refugees, including a child-friendly case study and empathy-based tasks. What’s Included: Editable ActivInspire flipchart (17 slides, split into two sessions) (PDF included). Discussion Prompts & Key Questions T-Chart Worksheet Task on push vs. pull factors Aya’s Refugee Story – a fictional, age-appropriate case study Group discussion & empathy-based role-play activity Key vocabulary support throughout both sessions Key Features: Linked to Geography and PSHE (UK National Curriculum) Explores migration, displacement, war, natural disasters, lifestyle, education, jobs Supports EAL learners with clear vocabulary and scaffolded questioning Encourages critical thinking and empathy Ideal for whole-class, small group, or circle time discussion Fully editable Word & ActivInspire formats Perfect For: KS2 Geography / PSHE / Citizenship Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit ‘Homes and Houses’. Cross-curricular learning International schools Empathy & inclusion units Discussion-led cover lessons

Help your students understand global trade with this engaging, easy-to-follow geography resource focused on imports and exports. Perfect for upper Key Stage 2 learners, this complete lesson introduces key trade vocabulary, explores why countries import and export, and provides real-world examples from countries like the UK, China, Brazil, and more. What’s Included: Editable ActivInspire slides guiding pupils through the lesson (PDF included). Clear definitions and class discussion prompts Real-world trade data tables Interactive matching activity Printable research fact file template (China & Brazil) Structured plenary discussion prompt Key Features: What are imports and exports? Why countries trade (climate, resources, mutual benefit Trade relationships between developed and developing countries Global examples: UK, China, Brazil, India, Japan, Russia Vocabulary: trade, goods, products, developed/developing countries Perfect For: KS2 Geography / Global Citizenship Cross-curricular links with Economics and PSHE Cover lessons or enrichment days Homework, class projects, or revision

Take your class on a journey through time with this engaging lesson all about the Silk Road – the world’s most famous ancient trade route. Pupils will explore the key civilizations involved, the products they traded, and the cultural exchanges that helped shape history. Ideal for KS2 learners, this fully resourced lesson blends history, geography, and global understanding. What’s Included: ActivInspire presentation (8 slides) with structured learning pathway (PDF included). Vocabulary focus: Silk Road, Trade, Civilizations, Caravan, Porcelain, Spices, etc. Introductory video: Link to a child-friendly YouTube video on the origins of the Silk Road Fact slides: Key historical background and cultural significance Civilization trade map: What China, India, Persia, Central Asia, and the Roman Empire traded Product spotlight: Silk, spices, horses, porcelain, glassware, gemstones, and more Independent task: Worksheet to match civilizations with traded goods Plenary discussion prompts to encourage historical empathy and critical thinking Cross-Curricular Links: History – Ancient trade and global civilisations Geography – Trade routes, cultural exchange, global connections Citizenship/PSHE – Understanding diversity and economic interdependence Key Features: Fully editable and easy to differentiate Supports independent research and group discussion Encourages global awareness and historical thinking Designed for KS2 but adaptable for KS3 Perfect for: KS2 History or Geography units (Years 4–6) Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit ‘Young Entrepreneurs’. Global trade / Ancient Civilizations / Explorers themes International Week or cross-curricular projects Cover lessons or themed enrichment

Help your students discover the fascinating world of money with this engaging, ready-to-teach lesson focused on identifying different currencies used in various countries. Ideal for KS2 learners, this resource combines geography, maths, and real-life application to develop international awareness and practical money knowledge. What’s Included: Editable ActivInspire flipchart presentation (9 slides) covering key concepts. Vocabulary introduction: Money, Currency, Exchange, Symbol, Value, Economy Video link introducing global currencies Matching activity: Match countries with their currencies and symbols Real-life travel scenario: Learn about exchange rates and foreign exchange Mini-research task: Complete a currency table for different countries (6 provided + student choices) Plenary task: Peer-sharing of research findings Countries and Currencies Covered: United Kingdom – Pound (£) United States – Dollar ($) China – Yuan/Renminbi (¥) Germany / France – Euro (€) Japan – Yen (¥) India – Rupee (₹) (Students to select and research others). Key Features: Cross-curricular: Links geography, numeracy, and PSHE Fully editable – customise for your class Supports independent research and global understanding Encourages real-life application of exchange and currency concepts Perfect for travel, global citizenship, or economics-themed units Perfect for: KS2 Geography or PSHE lessons Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit ‘Young Entrepreneurs’. Year 4–6 money-themed units International Week / Global Awareness Cover lessons or enrichment activities

Take your students on a global food journey in this engaging and interactive KS2 Geography lesson exploring how climate influences the types of crops grown around the world. This fully resourced session helps pupils link food origins with global climate zones through visual stimuli, map work, and sorting tasks — all aligned with the National Curriculum. What’s Included: Editable ActivInspire slides guiding pupils through the lesson (PDF included). Video link to introduce the concept of global food sourcing Class discussion prompts on climate and crop differences BBC Bitesize research link to deepen understanding of food origins Interactive Climate Zones Map activity with guided questions Sorting activities: Tropical vs Non-Tropical crops (with answer support) T-chart task with a list of diverse fruits, vegetables, and global crops Plenary activity: Peer comparison and reflection Key Features: Supports key concepts in locational knowledge and people and environment Develops map skills and links geography with real-world food systems Encourages global awareness and environmental understanding Fully adaptable for different class needs or follow-up research tasks Clear visuals and scaffolded activities for all learners Perfect for: KS2 Geography Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit ‘What’s On The Menu?’ Cross-curricular lessons with Science or PSHE Cover lessons, group work, enrichments or independent study Topics around sustainability, food, climate, or world trade

Introduce your pupils to the heart of their communities with this engaging, differentiated Local Businesses lesson pack, designed to build awareness of the types and importance of local businesses. This resource supports learners with high EAL needs and varying ability levels through a range of interactive, discussion-based, and mapping activities. What’s Included: 8 Slide ActivInspire flipchart introducing local business concepts with real-world examples (PDF included). Key Vocabulary Focus: community, customer, jobs, economy, importance Interactive Map Activity: students label and design their own local area using real or imagined businesses Critical Thinking Prompts exploring the role and value of businesses in a neighbourhood Google Maps Exploration Task to connect classroom learning with real-life geography Plenary - sharing to encourage speaking, listening and peer learning Key Features: Aligned with UK Geography and Citizenship curriculum for Years 4–6 Supports EAL learners with clear vocabulary, visuals, and scaffolded tasks Differentiated discussion questions to stretch all ability levels Encourages active learning and real-world application through map work Editable slides and templates included for easy adaptation Perfect for: Geography / PSHE / Citizenship lessons KS2 (Years 4–6) Used as part of the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) unit ‘Young Entrepreneurs’. Cross-curricular units on community, economy or maps Whole-class teaching or small group differentiation Cover lessons, enrichment, or independent projects