The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
This lesson focuses on the layers of the rainforest, perfect for engaging Year 3-6 students in learning about rainforest habitats, animal and plant adaptations, and the unique characteristics of each layer. The resource is designed to provide a comprehensive and interactive experience for pupils to explore this fascinating topic.
Whatβs Included:
β Lesson plan with clear learning objectives and a step-by-step guide
β Interactive PowerPoint to support visual learning and discussion
β Rainforest fact cards for plenary activity and independent research
β Differentiated worksheets, including labeling, descriptive writing, and fill-in-the-blanks activities
β Answer sheet for quick assessments and feedback
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Starter
Introduce the four layers of the rainforest with a brief overview and interactive questions.
β Main Activity
Use the PowerPoint to explore each layerβs characteristics, and engage students with the worksheets for hands-on learning.
β Plenary
Reinforce learning with the rainforest fact cards, encouraging independent research and class discussion.
Why Itβs Useful:
β Curriculum-aligned with KS2 science on living things and their habitats
β Differentiated worksheets to cater to all abilities
β Includes everything needed for a complete lesson, saving time on preparation
β Designed by a teacher with years of classroom experience
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for KS2 science lessons, Year 3-6 students studying habitats, rainforest ecosystems, animal and plant adaptations, and environmental investigations.
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This free downloadable resource is ideal for introducing pupils to the planets in our solar system. Suitable for KS1 and lower KS2, it includes a set of fact cards with clear visuals and simple facts to support science lessons on space. Pupils can use the cards to learn about each planetβs size, distance from the sun, and other key features.
Whatβs included:
β 2 sheets of printable planet fact cards
β Includes Sun, Moon, Earth, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune
β Facts include size, distance from the sun, number of moons, and unique characteristics
β Bright, engaging illustrations for each celestial body
How the resource is structured:
β Each card is designed with a large image and easy-to-read facts
β Cards can be printed, cut out, and used as flashcards or part of a classroom display
β Simple layout supports independent reading and retrieval practice
Why itβs useful:
β Supports visual learners with illustrated planet images
β Encourages independent learning and discussion
β Can be used flexibly for displays, group work or revision
β Perfect for space-themed science units or topic work
Suggested use cases:
Ideal for KS1 and lower KS2 science topics on the solar system. Useful for classroom displays, retrieval activities, space-themed projects, or revision flashcards.
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This resource includes a Christmas-themed crossword and codeword puzzle, ideal for a festive activity in the classroom. Suitable for KS2 pupils, the puzzles offer a fun way to reinforce vocabulary and problem-solving skills during the Christmas season.
Whatβs Included:
β Christmas crossword puzzle sheet
β Christmas codeword puzzle sheet
β Answer sheets for both puzzles
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Starter β Introduce the Christmas puzzles as a fun challenge.
β Main Activity β Pupils complete the crossword and codeword puzzles.
β Plenary β Review the answers together as a class to check understanding.
Why Itβs Useful:
β Provides an engaging, festive activity for the classroom
β Simple yet effective for reinforcing vocabulary and puzzle-solving skills
β Great for end-of-term fun or as a quick classroom filler
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for KS2 pupils, Christmas-themed vocabulary practice, group activities, or as a fun end-of-term activity.
Search Tags:
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This free EYFS reading resource introduces young learners to space-themed vocabulary through a colourful sight word sheet. Designed for children aged 3β5, it supports early reading and word recognition skills with engaging illustrations and familiar space-related words.
Whatβs included:
β 1 printable sight word sheet
β 48 space-themed words including planets, rockets, stars, and astronauts
β Visuals to support word recognition and memory
How the resource is structured:
β The sheet displays a collection of space-themed words arranged in a clear layout
β Each word is accompanied by an illustration to support meaning and understanding
β Can be used for word hunts, reading practice, matching games, or displays
Why itβs useful:
β Supports vocabulary development and early reading
β Reinforces topic language linked to space
β Can be used independently or in small groups
β Suitable for classroom displays or continuous provision
Suggested use cases:
Ideal for EYFS continuous provision, phonics support, themed vocabulary displays, or space topic work in Reception or Nursery settings.
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This free EYFS reading sheet introduces rainforest-themed sight words to support early vocabulary development and reading skills. Designed for children aged 3β5, each word is paired with a clear illustration of a rainforest animal, plant, or insect to provide visual context and aid recognition.
Whatβs included:
β 1 printable rainforest sight word sheet
β Colourful illustrations to support understanding
β A variety of rainforest-themed words for early readers
How the resource is structured:
β The sheet displays themed sight words in a clear, accessible format
β Each word is supported by a matching image to help with comprehension
β Can be used for matching games, vocabulary discussions, or display
Why itβs useful:
β Supports word recognition and topic vocabulary
β Reinforces cross-curricular learning with a rainforest theme
β Suitable for independent or group activities
β Easy to print and reuse across settings
Suggested use cases:
Perfect for EYFS classrooms, themed vocabulary work, continuous provision, or early reading practice linked to a rainforest topic.
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This 1980s-themed lettering set is perfect for creating a display related to the 1980s. It includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and some punctuation. The resource is available in PDF format, ready to print and use for a variety of classroom displays.
Whatβs included:
β 80s-style uppercase letters
β 80s-style lowercase letters
β Numbers and some punctuation marks
β PDF format for easy printing
Lesson overview / structure:
β Initial setup β Print the letters and numbers, then cut them out for use in displays.
β Use in displays β Perfect for creating vibrant, era-themed displays on any 1980s topic.
β Versatile β Can be used for classroom walls, bulletin boards, or event decorations.
Why itβs useful:
β Quick and easy to print and use
β Fun, themed letters that bring a touch of nostalgia to displays
β Ideal for creating attention-grabbing visual displays
Suggested use cases:
Ideal for creating 1980s-themed displays, history lessons on the 1980s, or classroom bulletin boards. Suitable for all year groups.
Search tags: 80s display | 1980s letters | classroom displays | themed classroom resources | retro lettering | 1980s classroom
This animal-themed lettering and numbers set is ideal for creating display boards linked to animal topics across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 classrooms. The resource includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and selected punctuation marks, offering a simple way to produce clear, themed display titles.
Whatβs included:
β Uppercase letters (PDF format)
β Lowercase letters (PDF format)
β Numbers (PDF format)
β Selected punctuation marks (PDF format)
Lesson overview / structure:
β Display preparation β Use the patterned lettering to design headings and titles for classroom or corridor displays based on animals or nature.
β Custom signage β Combine letters, numbers, and punctuation to create themed signs and labels.
β Flexible use β Suitable for topic boards, reading corners, and science displays throughout the school year.
Why itβs useful:
β Ready-to-print in high-quality PDF format
β Supports cross-curricular displays in science, geography, or English
β Easy to cut out and arrange for different layouts
β Suitable for a range of ages and classroom settings
Suggested use cases:
Ideal for animal-themed classroom displays, topic boards, nature study areas, reading corners, and science weeks across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
Search tags: animal classroom display | EYFS animal lettering | KS1 nature display | KS2 science display resources | printable classroom letters | animal theme classroom decor
Introduce your KS2 students to Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan with this free VIPERS taster worksheet. Focused on the prologue, this resource includes a 6-page worksheet covering VIPERS skills (Vocabulary, Inference, Prediction, Explanation, Retrieval, Summarising) with a range of questions to develop reading comprehension.
This taster pack also includes a 6-page answer sheet, making it easy for teachers to review responses. Perfect for guided reading sessions, classroom activities, or as a preview to the full comprehension resource.
Want questions for every chapter of Dream Hunters? Purchase our 204 worksheet pack here: KS2 Dream Hunters by Nazima Pathan - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Ideal for KS2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6.
Includes:
6-page worksheet (VIPERS skills for prologue)
6-page answer sheet
Keywords: KS2 reading comprehension, free taster, VIPERS, Dream Hunters, Nazima Pathan, guided reading, literacy skills, Year 5, Year 6, retrieval, inference, TES free resources.
This grammar-focused English lesson is designed to help lower KS2 pupils improve their sentence structure and punctuation accuracy. Suitable for Year 2 or revision in Year 3/4, the lesson supports children in recognising and correcting common punctuation errors and using capital letters, question marks, exclamation marks, and full stops correctly.
Whatβs Included:
β Editable PowerPoint for whole-class teaching
β Sentence structure worksheet
β Punctuation practice activity
β Picture-based vocabulary task
β Challenge activity for early finishers
β Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Starter: Identifying sentence errors as a class
β Main Input: Teaching key punctuation rules and proper nouns
β Activity: Pupils rearrange sentences and correct punctuation independently or in pairs
β Extension: Picture vocabulary challenge and higher-level task for confident writers
β Plenary: Group recap using mini whiteboards or class discussion
Why Itβs Useful:
β Supports transition from KS1 grammar to KS2 standards
β Reinforces sentence construction and punctuation rules
β Includes challenge and support options
β Useful for SPaG revision, interventions or start-of-year baselines
KS2 grammar lessons | Year 2 sentence starters | Year 3 punctuation recap | Back-to-school SPaG baseline | Targeted writing intervention
Search Tags:
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This summer-themed lettering and numbers set is ideal for creating bright, seasonal displays across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 classrooms. The resource includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and selected punctuation marks, helping you to create clear and engaging display titles with a summer feel.
Whatβs included:
β Uppercase letters (PDF format)
β Lowercase letters (PDF format)
β Numbers (PDF format)
β Selected punctuation marks (PDF format)
Lesson overview / structure:
β Display preparation β Use the lettering to create headings and titles for classroom or corridor displays.
β Custom signage β Combine letters, numbers, and punctuation to design signs, labels, and notices with a seasonal theme.
β Flexible use β Suitable for noticeboards, classroom doors, and event displays throughout the summer term.
Why itβs useful:
β Ready-to-print in high-quality PDF format
β Supports themed displays across subjects
β Suitable for a range of age groups and settings
β Easy to cut out and arrange as needed
Suggested use cases:
Ideal for summer term displays, classroom event signage, seasonal corridor boards, and summer-themed classroom decorations across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
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This free lesson overview provides a clear breakdown of each lesson in a 10-lesson geography unit focused on weather, climate, and world biomes. Ideal for teacher planning and curriculum mapping in KS2.
You can buy our bundle for this unit including lesson plans, PowerPoints and all worksheets and resources below:
This food-themed numbers display resource features pizza slices numbered from 1 to 100, ideal for brightening up early years or KS1 classrooms. Perfect for counting activities, number lines, or creating an engaging maths area linked to a food or restaurant topic.
Whatβs Included:
β Printable PDF with numbers 1β100 on individual pizza slices
β Option to select pages for counting in 2s, 5s, 10s, or full number lines
β Suitable for classroom displays, role play areas, or maths activities
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Display and Visual Learning
Use the full set to build a number line from 1 to 100
Select specific numbers to support counting patterns (e.g. 2s, 5s, 10s)
Add to maths working walls, themed displays, or food-related role play corners
β Active Classroom Use
Encourage pupils to sequence numbers
Create interactive games such as missing number activities or counting challenges
Why Itβs Useful:
β Bright and engaging visual support for number recognition
β Supports counting forwards and backwards in different multiples
β Flexible use for displays, role play, or group tasks
β Easy to differentiate by choosing specific numbers
Suggested Use Cases:
Perfect for EYFS and KS1 classrooms, maths working walls, role play set-ups, number lines, counting activities, and food-themed displays.
Search Tags:
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This animal-themed numbers display resource features zebras numbered from 0 to 100, ideal for EYFS and KS1 classrooms. Perfect for jungle or safari themed displays, maths areas, role play corners, or creating number lines and counting activities.
Whatβs Included:
β Printable PDF with numbers 0β100 on individual zebra images
β Option to select pages for counting in 2s, 5s, 10s, or full number lines
β Suitable for displays, role play areas, and maths activities
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Display and Visual Learning
Build a full number line from 0 to 100 across the classroom
Choose specific numbers to support counting patterns such as 2s, 5s, or 10s
Add to maths working walls, jungle-themed displays, or safari-themed role play corners
β Active Classroom Use
Sequence numbers with pupils
Create interactive games such as missing number activities or counting challenges
Why Itβs Useful:
β Supports number recognition and counting skills
β Flexible use for multiple counting patterns
β Fits well with jungle, safari, or animal-themed classroom topics
β Easy to adapt for different group activities
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for EYFS and KS1 classrooms, maths displays, number lines, jungle and animal themed role play areas, and counting activities across the curriculum.
Search Tags:
Numbers 0β100 | zebra numbers display | EYFS maths resource | KS1 number line | jungle theme classroom | animal themed maths | counting in 2s 5s 10s | back to school maths
These Halloween-themed day of the week labels are designed to help organise your classroom resources. Perfect for sorting worksheets and materials by day, they add a fun, seasonal touch to your classroom. The labels are ideal for teachers who want a quick and easy way to organise their weekly lessons.
Whatβs included:
β PDF and JPEG format files
β Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday labels
β βNext weekβ label
How it works:
β Print the labels, cut them out, and attach them to drawers or containers using Sellotape or sticky back plastic
β Use the labels to organise resources by day of the week, ensuring easy access during lessons
Why itβs useful:
β Fun Halloween design adds a seasonal touch to classroom organisation
β Helps keep resources organised and easily accessible
β Easy to print, cut, and attach with minimal preparation
Suggested use cases:
Ideal for classroom resource organisation, particularly for teachers who use daily resource sorting for efficiency.
Search tags: Halloween classroom decor | days of the week labels | classroom organisation | weekly resource labels | printable classroom labels | seasonal classroom organisation
Also available: Editable version
This fun food-themed number display features burgers numbered from 1 to 100, ideal for EYFS and KS1 classrooms. Perfect for food-themed displays, role play areas, or maths activities focusing on number recognition and counting patterns.
Whatβs Included:
β Printable PDF with numbers 1β100 on individual burger images
β Flexible printing options to select pages for counting in 2s, 5s, 10s, or full number lines
β Suitable for displays, role play corners, and counting games
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Display and Visual Learning
Create a full classroom number line from 1 to 100
Select and print numbers to highlight counting patterns (e.g. 2s, 5s, 10s)
Use to decorate maths areas, food-themed displays, or role play settings
β Active Classroom Use
Support pupils in sequencing numbers
Use for interactive activities such as missing number challenges or pattern spotting
Why Itβs Useful:
β Supports number recognition and fluency
β Easy to adapt for different counting activities
β Fits food-themed and general classroom displays
β Provides a bright and engaging visual resource
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for EYFS and KS1 classrooms, maths working walls, number lines, role play areas, food-themed classroom decor, and early years counting activities.
Search Tags:
Numbers 1β100 | food themed classroom | burger numbers display | EYFS maths display | KS1 number line | counting in 2s 5s 10s | number recognition EYFS | back to school maths
These Halloween-themed drawer labels are perfect for organising your classroom resources. Designed to fit most drawer carts, they help keep worksheets and materials organised by day of the week or topic. The editable format allows you to customise the labels to suit your needs, making them a flexible addition to your classroom.
Whatβs included:
β PowerPoint file with editable labels
β 10 Halloween-themed drawer labels
β Editable format for customisation
How it works:
β Print the labels and attach them to your drawer cart
β Customise the labels to suit your classroom organisation system
β These labels are designed to fit most drawer carts but can be trimmed if necessary
Why itβs useful:
β Editable format allows for full customisation
β Halloween theme adds a fun, seasonal touch to classroom organisation
β Helps keep classroom resources organised and easily accessible
β Can be used for organising by day of the week or other categories
Suggested use cases:
Ideal for organising daily resources, classroom supplies, or topic-specific materials. Perfect for teachers who use drawer carts for efficient resource management.
Search tags: Halloween classroom decor | editable drawer labels | classroom organisation | weekly resource labels | printable classroom labels | Halloween classroom organisation
This is a lovely set of woodland clip art that will brighten up your classroom or teaching resources. The images are in light, relaxing colours that create a calm and soothing atmosphere. You will get 13 images in PNG format with transparent backgrounds, so you can easily layer them on any background of your choice. The images include:
A cute elephant with tusks
Four smaller birds in different colours and poses
A pink pig front facing
A grey boar with curly tail
A pigeon with a white chest and red beak
A sitting reindeer with antlers and white chest
A standing stag with majestic antlers
An orange fox with white chest
A brown fox with a white chest and a black nose
A cockrel with a red comb and golden colours
These clip art images are perfect for creating woodland-themed activities, posters, worksheets, stickers, labels, cards, and more. You can use them for personal or commercial use, as long as you give credit to me and link back to my TES shop. Please see the terms of use included in the download for more details
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I hope you enjoy using these woodland clip art images in your teaching. Please leave a review and let me know what you think. Thank you!
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These Bonfire Night Assemblies are designed for KS1 and KS2 pupils to learn about the history of Bonfire Night and how to stay safe around fireworks. Covering the story of the Gunpowder Plot, firework safety rules, and the importance of tolerance, these assemblies are ideal for primary schools during the autumn term or for other celebrations involving fireworks.
Whatβs Included:
β Two fully resourced PowerPoint assemblies (can be used together or separately).
β Story of the Gunpowder Plot with discussion points.
β Firework safety guidance including a video and the Firework Code.
β Bonfire Night themed poem and reflection activities.
β Christian prayers at the end of each assembly for collective worship.
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Assembly 1 β The Story of Bonfire Night:
Why we celebrate Bonfire Night.
Overview of the Gunpowder Plot explained simply for KS1 and KS2.
Discussion on the value of tolerance (with notes under slides).
Concluding prayer for reflection.
β Assembly 2 β Firework Safety and Bonfire Night:
Key questions to engage pupils on Bonfire Night traditions.
Discussion on why fireworks can be dangerous.
Short video clip about firework safety (link included).
The Firework Code explained clearly for younger audiences.
Bonfire Night poem and closing prayer.
Why Itβs Useful:
β Ready-to-use with minimal preparation needed.
β Covers both historical understanding and practical safety advice.
β Can be adapted for New Yearβs Eve or religious festivals involving fireworks.
β Suitable for whole-school assemblies or separate KS1 and KS2 sessions.
Suggested Use Cases:
Perfect for KS1 and KS2 assemblies, PSHE lessons, British Values discussions, Citizenship teaching, and collective worship sessions during the autumn term.
Search Tags:
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This printable autumn lettering and bunting set is ideal for creating seasonal classroom displays. Designed for easy readability and visual appeal, the set includes a variety of lettering styles and bunting to bring an autumnal feel to your learning environment. Suitable for any primary year group.
Whatβs included:
β 4 autumn-themed lettering sets (PDF)
β 3 styles of bunting
β Letters AβZ in uppercase
β Numbers 0β9
β Common punctuation symbols
Display overview / usage:
β Use the lettering for bulletin boards, class titles, or seasonal signs
β Mix and match bunting styles for a cohesive autumn-themed display
β Suitable for laminating or printing on coloured paper for added effect
Why itβs useful:
β Ready to print and easy to use
β Helps set a seasonal tone in the classroom
β Can be reused year after year
β Suitable for a range of display needs
Suggested use cases:
Perfect for classroom displays during the autumn term, harvest festival decorations, entrance displays, or seasonal celebration boards.
Search tags: autumn classroom decor | autumn lettering set | bunting display pack | seasonal classroom decoration | PDF display lettering | KS1 KS2 display resources | autumn bulletin board letters
This Africa Homework Pack offers a wide range of creative activities designed to extend pupilsβ learning across KS2. Covering geography, history, science, maths, writing, and reading, this pack supports themed homework projects linked to Africa and encourages pupil choice and independence.
Whatβs Included:
β Africa Homework Choice Board with 30 cross-curricular tasks.
β PDF of 54 African flags for decorating activities.
β Africa factfile worksheet for research tasks.
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Choice Board Activities:
Pupils can select tasks from a grid of 30 different activities, choosing which and how many they complete each week.
β Cross-Curricular Learning:
Tasks are linked to a range of subjects, including researching African animals, creating graphs using African mountain data, writing projects, and more.
β Supporting Materials:
Includes a printable set of African flags and a factfile worksheet to support research and creative tasks.
Why Itβs Useful:
β Encourages independent learning and pupil choice.
β Supports cross-curricular links to geography, maths, science, and literacy.
β Flexible for whole-class projects or differentiated homework.
β Provides ready-to-use homework options to save teacher planning time.
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for KS2 geography homework projects, cross-curricular topic work, enrichment tasks, remote learning, or extension activities linked to an Africa topic.
Search Tags:
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