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Enhance your primary classroom, corridors and communal areas with our vibrant ‘British Values Banners/Bunting’ resource! Featuring a collection of engaging posters, this set is designed to promote and celebrate the fundamental principles of democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance. Each banner is meticulously crafted with clear illustrations and messaging, making it an ideal tool for sparking discussions and reinforcing the importance of British values among young learners. Whether adorning classroom walls or used in interactive lessons, these banners serve as a visually captivating reminder of the values that shape our society. 6 banners included (Alternative version ‘Acceptance’ can be used instead of ‘Tolerance’ if preferred.

“Writing for a Purpose: Science Fiction” is a meticulously crafted educational resource designed to help Key Stage 2+ children grasp the essential elements and objectives of crafting captivating science fiction narratives. This resource provides a detailed explanation of science fiction and its core features. Science fiction is a genre of writing that transports readers to imaginative worlds filled with futuristic technology, aliens, and extraordinary adventures. Key components of this genre include speculative science, vivid storytelling, and imaginative world-building. Included in this resource is a sample science fiction story to illustrate how these elements can be effectively employed. The story features fantastical technologies, otherworldly beings, and thrilling escapades to engage readers and ignite their curiosity about the possibilities of the future. Designed for integration into English lessons, this resource introduces children to the captivating world of science fiction, offering guidance on how to envision futuristic scenarios, create imaginative technologies, and craft compelling narratives. Teachers can utilize this resource to spark discussions on the unique characteristics of science fiction, provide tips on world-building techniques, and present examples to inspire children in their creative endeavors. Furthermore, “Writing for a Purpose: Science Fiction” serves as a versatile tool for promoting cross-curricular learning. Children can apply the skills and knowledge gained from writing science fiction to other subjects, such as science, technology, or astronomy, by exploring speculative concepts and contemplating the wonders of the universe. In summary, “Writing for a Purpose: Science Fiction” is an invaluable resource that aids children in developing their writing skills and understanding the boundless possibilities of storytelling in exploring scientific concepts and imagining the future through the captivating lens of fiction.

The “Fact or Opinion” activity is an engaging and educational downloadable resource designed for Key Stage 2+ (KS2+) children. This activity aims to enhance critical thinking and discussion skills by helping children distinguish between factual statements and opinions. It’s an excellent tool to support English lessons, particularly in developing writing and argumentative skills. Children will explore three sets of statements covering contemporary and relatable topics: CCTV, school uniforms, and social media. Each set contains a mixture of facts and opinions, carefully curated to stimulate thoughtful discussion and analysis. The activity can be used as a group discussion task or as a individual paper task to assess understanding. During the activity, children discuss each statement and place it on a “fact to opinion” line, deciding together at which end it best fits or are there elements of both to the statement? This process generates great discussions about what makes a statement a fact or an opinion, helping students to understand the difference. The activity can be used to support various types of English work, particularly in writing arguments and developing persuasive writing skills.

Writing for a Purpose: Script Writing is an educational resource carefully designed to help Key Stage 2 children understand the key features and aims of writing a successful script. This resource provides a clear explanation of what a script is and the important elements it includes. A script is a type of writing created to be performed, telling a story through characters’ dialogue, stage directions, and scene settings. Key components include organising dialogue clearly, using character names and stage directions effectively, and structuring scenes to guide performance. The resource also includes a sample script to demonstrate how these features are put into action. The example highlights how to write lively dialogue, set the scene with stage directions, and present the script in a way that is easy for actors to follow. Designed for use in English lessons, this resource introduces children to the creative and purposeful world of script writing. It supports teachers in leading discussions about what makes scripts different from stories, offers tips on writing convincing dialogue, and provides examples to inspire pupils’ own imaginative scripts. In addition, this resource encourages cross-curricular learning opportunities. Children can use their script writing skills in subjects like history, by scripting historical events, or science, by creating informative plays or news reports on scientific discoveries. In summary, Writing for a Purpose: Script Writing is a valuable tool that helps children build their writing skills, understand the structure of scripts, and enjoy the exciting challenge of writing for performance.

Writing for a Purpose: Mini-Saga is an educational resource carefully designed to support Key Stage 2 children in understanding the essential features and aims of creating an engaging mini-saga. This resource provides a clear explanation of mini-sagas and their main features. A mini-saga is a unique form of storytelling that conveys a complete story in an exact word count (Usually 50 words, though can be 100 or 200 words). Key elements of this style include a clear structure (beginning, middle, and end), powerful word choices, a strong central idea, and often a surprising twist. The resource also includes a sample mini-saga to demonstrate how these features can be used effectively. The example showcases how writers can craft vivid characters, set up action, and deliver an impactful ending — all within a strict word limit. Designed for use in English lessons, this resource introduces children to the exciting world of mini-sagas, offering guidance on planning, editing, and refining short stories. Teachers can use the resource to spark discussions on creative language use, storytelling techniques, and the importance of careful word selection. Additionally, this resource promotes cross-curricular creativity. Children can apply their mini-saga writing skills across subjects like history, science, or geography by crafting short, imaginative stories based on different topics. In summary, Writing for a Purpose: Mini-Saga is a valuable tool for helping children develop their creative writing skills, learn the art of concise storytelling, and explore a unique and rewarding form of narrative writing.

‘Diversityville: Street 1’ is a complete teaching resource designed to introduce and explore diversity, equality and inclusion across both the primary and secondary phases. Set in a fictional town, Diversityville is home to a range of families who, while they may appear different in many ways, also share many similarities with us. This resource helps pupils make meaningful connections with others through stories, discussion, and creative activities. The town can be introduced as a completed display or built gradually, with residents ‘moving in’ one at a time to support ongoing conversation and reflection. Each Diversityville story tells of a child who has recently moved to the town. Their story explains their background, how and why they arrived in Diversityville, and highlights differences and similarities that can be used as key teaching and discussion points. Every story ends with a reflective question to encourage pupils to consider their connection to the child. The resources in ‘Diversityville: Street 1’ include: 6 engaging stories, each inspired by real-life situations (Street 1 includes immigration, adoption, disability, diverse families, mental health, and young carers) 6 fully resourced lesson plans – one for each story – including a story-led discussion, guided reflection, targeted vocabulary, paired or group activities, and a creative task such as artwork, drama, or personal writing to help children connect with each character’s experience A selection of illustrated homes to represent each child’s arrival in the town A map-pin style portrait for each child to add to your display A title banner and town explanation to introduce Diversityville to your class or school ‘Diversityville: Street 1’ is a flexible, inclusive resource that opens the door to important conversations and helps children build understanding, empathy and connection – one story at a time.

Enhance your students’ reading comprehension and skills with the “Read it!” resource pack. Each "Read it! provides a carefully curated text that will keep your students hooked and wanting more, with accompanying questions that are designed to encourage critical thinking and build comprehension skills. ‘Read it! The Aquavengers’ is specifically tailored for Year 4 and focuses on a superhero team who use the water cycle to save their city. Through the engaging text, students will explore and learn about the water cycle, and the accompanying questions will test their comprehension and analytical skills. With “Read it!”, you can expect to see an improvement in your students’ reading skills, critical thinking, and overall engagement with reading and well as helping grasp a clear understanding of the water cycle.

Enhance your students’ reading comprehension and skills with the “Read it!” resource pack. Each "Read it! provides a carefully curated text that will keep your students hooked and wanting more, with accompanying questions that are designed to encourage critical thinking and build comprehension skills. ‘Read it! Digestive Discovery’ is specifically tailored for Year 4 and focuses on Professor Crankpot’s adventure as he shrinks down and enters the digestive system. Through the engaging text, students will explore and learn about the digestie system, and the accompanying questions will test their comprehension and analytical skills. With “Read it!”, you can expect to see an improvement in your students’ reading skills, critical thinking, and overall engagement with reading and well as helping grasp a clear understanding of the digestive system.

Enhance your students’ reading comprehension and skills with the “Read it!” resource pack. Each "Read it! provides a carefully curated text that will keep your students hooked and wanting more, with accompanying questions that are designed to encourage critical thinking and build comprehension skills. ‘Read it! Digestive Discovery’ is specifically tailored for Year 4 and focuses on three friends who travel to a fantasy world where the ‘Matter Monsters’ live. Through the engaging text, students will explore and learn about states of matter, and the accompanying questions will test their comprehension and analytical skills. With “Read it!”, you can expect to see an improvement in your students’ reading skills, critical thinking, and overall engagement with reading and well as helping grasp a clear understanding of states of matter.

This spelling resource set is designed for Year 5 students to support them in learning and remembering spelling patterns and rules. It includes five visual prompts for different spelling patterns, each with a clear and colourful representation. The ‘ough’ words prompt helps children with words containing the ‘ough’ sound, ‘plurals’ prompt helps with forming plurals of different words, ‘silent letters’ prompt helps with words containing silent letters, ‘homophones’ prompt helps children to differentiate between words with similar sounds but different meanings, and ‘able/ible’ words prompt helps with words that end in ‘able’ or ‘ible’. These visual prompts can be used around the classroom or as an individual prompt to support children in remembering and practicing their spelling patterns and rules.

The ‘Spelling Strategies’ resource is an essential tool for Key Stage 1 and 2 teachers to support children in remembering spelling strategies. It includes 7 visual prompts that use clear and colourful representations of the strategy icons, making it easy for children to remember and recall the strategies. The prompts can be displayed around the classroom or used as individual reminders during spelling activities. This resources include an explanation for the use of each strategy.

“Reading Skills” - a visual aid resource designed to help Key Stage 2 students identify and develop fundamental reading skills. This resource uses colourful, clear icons and concise colour-coded explanations to teach students about essential reading skills, such as predicting, summarising, inferring, questioning, and visualising. With easy-to-understand visuals, “Reading Skills” encourages students to apply these skills to their reading, helping them become more confident and effective readers. Whether you are a teacher looking to enhance your reading instruction or a parent who wants to support their child’s reading development, “Reading Skills” is the perfect resource for you. Can be printed at a variety of sizes to use as display or individual visual aids.

The ‘How do we… Reason?’ visual resource is designed to help students develop their critical thinking skills. It includes four steps for reasoning: Look for clues, Use what we know, Test our ideas, and Explain our thinking. Each step is respresented by a colourful visual to help students understand and remember the process of reasoning. This resource can be used in a variety of subjects and contexts to support students in developing their reasoning skills and becoming more confident and independent learners.

The ‘How do we… Write?’ visual resource is designed for students to support them in the writing process. It includes five clear steps with concise guidance on what to do. The first step is to ‘Understand’ the task or assignment, followed by ‘Plan’, ‘Write’, ‘Edit’, and ‘Feedback’. Each step is accompanied by a clear and colourful visual representation to help students understand and remember the writing process. This resource can be used in a variety of subjects and contexts to support students in developing their writing skills and becoming more confident and independent writers.

Maths Talk is a valuable visual aid resource designed to help teachers in KS1 and KS2 classrooms to develop students’ thinking skills in mathematics. This resource includes a range of sentence starters that encourage students to engage in productive discourse around mathematical concepts and problems. With Maths Talk, teachers can create an interactive learning environment where students can discuss and reflect on their mathematical thinking. The sentence starters provided in the resource can be used to promote thinking and discuss around a wide range of topics, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and geometry. Each sentence starter is carefully crafted to support students’ development of mathematical language, problem-solving skills, and reasoning abilities. The resource provides prompts for students to articulate their thought processes, to explain their reasoning, to justify their answers, and to make connections between different mathematical concepts. By using Maths Talk in the classroom, teachers can foster a collaborative learning environment where students can work together to solve problems and develop their mathematical understanding. The resource is easy to use and adaptable to different teaching styles, lesson and display use.

Enhance your students’ reading comprehension and skills with the “Read it!” resource pack. Each "Read it! provides a carefully curated text that will keep your students hooked and wanting more, with accompanying questions that are designed to encourage critical thinking and build comprehension skills. ‘Read it!’ is perfect for differentiating instruction and is specifically tailored for both Lower and Upper Key Stage 2. This means that you can easily match the reading and comprehension level of each student to the appropriate text and questions. This particular pack focuses on the iconic character of Professor McGonagall. Through the engaging text, students will explore the background and characteristics of this beloved character, and the accompanying questions will test their comprehension and analytical skills. With “Read it!”, you can expect to see an improvement in your students’ reading skills, critical thinking, and overall engagement with reading.

This ‘Apostrophes for Possession’ visual resource set is designed specifically for Year 5 students to support their understanding and use of apostrophes for possession. The set includes visual prompts, each with a clear and colourful representation. The prompts cover different aspects of using apostrophes for possession, including singular and plural possessive nouns. These visual prompts can be used in the classroom or as individual aids to help children remember and practice their apostrophe usage.

“Writing for a Purpose: Local Traditional Songs” is a learning resource created to aid Key Stage 2 children in comprehending the essential elements and purposes of local traditional songs. This resource provides an in-depth explanation of local traditional songs and their characteristics. Local traditional songs are a form of expression that captures the culture and traditions of a particular region or community through music and lyrics. The primary elements of this type of song include the use of local language, cultural references, and themes that reflect the values and beliefs of the community. The resource also includes an exemplar local traditional song to demonstrate how these elements can come together in a song. The song incorporates local language, cultural references, and themes that reflect the values and beliefs of the community. This resource can be used in English lessons to introduce children to storytelling through the genre of local traditional songs and provide guidance on creating an effective song. Teachers can use this resource to introduce the topic, provide guidance on how to create a local traditional song, and provide examples for children to follow. Moreover, this resource can also be used to promote cross-curricular learning. For instance, children can apply the knowledge and skills they have learned from creating a local traditional song to other subjects, such as music, history or social studies, by using music and lyrics to depict a particular time period or event in the community. In conclusion, “Writing for a Purpose: Local Traditional Songs” is a valuable resource that can support children in developing their writing skills and understanding of different genres of music.

“Prime Numbers Explainer” – a visual aid resource designed to help Key Stage 2 students understand the fundamental concepts about prime numbers! This resource provides clear explanations of prime numbers, including what they are, how to identify them, and the rules and properties associated with them. Using color-coded examples and illustrations, “Prime Numbers Explainer” makes it easy for students to understand and apply these concepts in a fun and engaging way. Whether you are a teacher looking to support your math lessons or a student who wants to improve their understanding of prime numbers, “Prime Numbers Explainer” is the perfect resource for you.