A bundle of resources for the first part of the EdExcel iGCSE Depth Study on 'Dictatorship in the USSR 1924-1953.' There is an introductory presentation and then lessons on the Leadership Struggles between Stalin, Trotsky, Kamenev, Zinoviev and Bukharin. There is a also a look at Stalin's rise to power. Worksheets accompany the presentation and include source work and exam-style questions.
3 worksheets of word problems for year 3.
Each question has a question aimed at an expected year 3 level and then a (b) part question designed to be more challenging. There is a dedicated multiplication sheet, a dedicated division sheet and then one which uses mixed operations, including addition and subtraction.
Times tables used are 2, 3, 5, 8 and 10 and there are also some question which require learners to multiply larger numbers by 10.
Each sheet has an answer sheet included.
Spelling sheets for revision for the year 6 SATS spelling sheets. Bronze (Below expected) and Silver (At expected) are sentences and multiple choice options to choose the correct spelling. Gold (Exceeding expected) requires pupils to identify and correct misspelt words. All words are based on the 2016 SATS Spelling paper and government sample materials and on the spelling word lists from English appendix 1 of the Key Stage 2 National Curriculum for English.
Two texts and reading comprehension questions with answers that can be used together or separately to practise comprehension skills and for the Key Stage 1 SATS. Texts are a fiction story (a version of the Ugly Duckling) and a non-fiction text about electricity. This could also be used a practice test for pupils to sit in class. Questions are based on the 2016 SATS paper and government sample materials.
Powerpoint tells the story of Holy Week, starting at Palm Sunday and ending with the Resurrection. Language is simplified and video clips and images are chosen sensitively. Links to non-statutory RE framework for teaching about Christianity. Can be used with my unit of work about Easter or on its own.
Worksheet for year 4 on rounding numbers to the nearest ten, hundred and thousand.
Split into 3 different levels (bronze, silver, gold) and with a deeper learning question at the end.
As the silver and gold levels require rounding to the nearest ten on three-digit numbers and the nearest hundred on four-digit numbers, prior knowledge of these numbers would be helpful.
This could also be used for a homework task. Each section can be cut up separately as an ink-saver.
There is also an answer sheet included.
A document comparing Communism and Capitalism with a summary table worksheet for pupils to complete at the end.
Ideal for introducing modules on Russia and the USSR, The Cold War, China or Superpower Rivalry in the 20th century for GCSE and IGCSE History.
2 presentations and supporting worksheets that takes you through Stalin's tactics to overcome Trotsky. Includes source work and internet links. This was originally made for the EdExcel iGCSE Dictatorship and conflict in the USSR, 1924–53 module and there are exam style questions for this qualification. However, this could also be adapted and used for similar courses. The second lesson looks at the other leadership contenders, Kamenev, Zinoviev and Bukharin.
Information on the main political parties and their aims, including Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish parties. Discussion activities for small groups and whole class activities. Also information on some of the key features of our democracy, such as universal suffrage and a discussion activity on why those things are important.
3 separate areas of study - The Easter Story, Why do we have Easter Eggs and What happens in a Church at Easter? Information sheets and activities based on them. Fits with the non-statutory RE framework, on 'The nature of religion and belief' and 'Learning about Christianity.' Encourages learners to both learn about and from religion.
A series of practice questions for the year 6 SATS Reasoning paper 2. This worksheet is aimed at pupils who are exceeding the expected standard and are designed to be worked through independently. Any misconceptions can then be identified and discussed with the pupil. These could also be done as homework or used by parents or tutors who are helping pupils revise at home. All questions are based on the 2016 SATS paper and government sample materials.
A series of practice questions and answers for the year 6 Maths SATS for revision. These questions are aimed at pupils who are at Gold/Exceeding level. They can be done independently and then any misconceptions can be addressed with a teacher or teaching assistant. They could also be used by tutors or parents supporting pupils at home. All questions are based on 2016 Paper 3 and government sample materials.
A series of worked examples and practice questions for revising paper 2 of the year 6 maths SATS. Can be used for independently, but would also be ideal for an adult led intervention or targeted group. Could also be used by parents revising with their children at home. All examples are based on the 2016 SATS paper and government sample materials. These resources are aimed primarily at pupils who are working at the expected standard for maths.
A guide to key mathematical vocabulary terms which are used on the foundation papers for the three major exam boards, such as sum, product, multiple, factor etc. This sheet was designed to help year 11 students who are aiming for a level 4 or for post-16 students who are re-sitting their Maths GCSE revise and recap these key words. There are 20 questions using the terms, including some exam-style ones which are based on questions from the three major exam boards. There is an answer sheet included.
3 original texts with comprehension questions and answers. 3 text types: An original fiction story, a non-fiction text on medieval childhood and a travel review. The wording and content of the questions are based on the 2016 English SATS reading paper and sample government materials. These could also be used for guided reading groups. This is part three of the original story, however, it can be used on its own or in conjunction with parts one and two.
3 different levels of spelling practice for the year 2 SATS Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling paper 1 (spelling). These sheets can also be used for spelling practice in class. Spellings are based on the requirements of the National Curriculum and also on the 2016 SATS spelling paper and sample government materials. Ideal for use with a teacher or TA led group or for whole class revision. Also useful for parents or tutors supporting children at home.
3 original texts and reading comprehension questions that can be used for revision for the SATS, for guided reading or general class work. Texts types are an original fiction story, a non-fiction text about Food Around the World and a cake recipe. The story is part 5 and can be used in conjunction with parts 1-4, but is also designed so it can be used on its own as well. Questions are based on the 2016 SATS reading paper and government sample materials. The recipe task is more straightforward than the others and may be useful for pupils working below the expected standard. (Please note that the story does touch briefly and sensitively on the topic of divorce and family breakdown.)
A series of tasks looking at how modal verbs and adverbs show probability and certainty. It also looks at contracted forms and tenses. Based on the requirements of the national curriculum, "Pupils should be taught to develop by using modal verbs or adverbs to indicate degrees of possibility" and on the 2016 SATS paper and sample government materials. Works well as a SPaG lesson or for small group work.
Powerpoint presentation of the Easter story, suitable for key stage 1. Can be used on its own or with my unit of Easter work. Language is simple and pictures selected to be sensitive to younger children.