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 guided reading unit focuses on the poem ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ by Clement Clarke Moore. Suitable for Year 5 and Year 6 students, the unit is designed to enhance reading skills while engaging pupils with a festive classic. It includes lesson plans, PowerPoints, and a variety of resources to support teaching throughout the Autumn 2 term.
What’s Included:
✔ 6 lesson plans (with learning objectives, success criteria, input, activities, plenary, key questions, and resource list)
✔ Accompanying PowerPoint presentation
✔ Thought bubble activity sheet
✔ Poem text
✔ Modern version of the poem
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Lesson 1 – Introduction to the poem and vocabulary building
★ Lesson 2 – Inference skills and identifying hidden meanings
★ Lesson 3 – Prediction activity and understanding story structure
★ Lesson 4 – Explanation of themes and key ideas in the poem
★ Lesson 5 – Retrieval of information and summarising key points
★ Lesson 6 – Review and deeper understanding of the poem’s impact
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Develops a range of reading skills including vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, and summarising
✔ Flexible for use across multiple lessons with a clear structure
✔ Suitable for KS2 and aligned with the VIPERS framework for reading
✔ Includes differentiation opportunities for various learning needs
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for guided reading sessions in KS2 (Year 5 and Year 6), this unit supports a festive, engaging approach to teaching core reading skills.
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This free Back to School selfie template is a simple and fun activity to help pupils settle into the new school year. Pupils can draw themselves and write about their summer holidays, making it ideal for transition days, welcome activities, or first-week icebreakers across KS1 and KS2.
What’s Included:
✔ PDF file with two printable templates
✔ ‘Selfie’ phone template for drawing self-portraits
✔ Writing template for describing summer activities
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Welcome Starter
Pupils use the phone template to draw a selfie-style picture
Pupils write a short paragraph about what they did over the summer
Templates can be shared on displays, in scrapbooks, or kept for transition folders
★ Classroom Activity
Great for paired discussions or class introductions
Builds confidence and classroom community from the first day
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Easy, ready-to-use printable activity for the first day
✔ Supports transition and getting to know pupils
✔ Encourages creativity and self-expression
✔ Suitable for all abilities
Suggested Use Cases:
Perfect for KS1 and KS2 first day activities, all about me tasks, welcome back sessions, transition mornings, or end of summer reflections.
Search Tags:
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This table mat is designed for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), offering support across all subjects. The resource includes a word bank of common English keywords, with a space for adding any key vocabulary relevant to the day’s lessons. Ideal for encouraging independence, the mat can be laminated and reused daily, making it an effective tool for pupils with dyslexia or other SEN needs.
What’s included:
✔ SEN table mat with common English keywords (PDF format)
✔ Space for adding topic-specific vocabulary
✔ Printable design, easy to laminate and reuse
Lesson overview / structure:
★ Initial setup – Print and laminate the mat for daily use.
★ Daily use – Add relevant vocabulary for each lesson to support independent learning.
★ Encouraging independence – Pupils can refer to the table mat throughout the lesson to support their understanding and recall of key words.
Why it’s useful:
✔ Supports children with dyslexia and other SEN needs
✔ Encourages vocabulary retention and independent learning
✔ Can be easily personalised with topic-specific words
✔ Reusable, helping with daily consistency
Suggested use cases:
Ideal for EYFS, KS1, LKS2, and UKS2 pupils with SEN, including those with dyslexia. Useful for all subjects to reinforce key vocabulary and support independent learning.
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Modern Fairy Tale Writing Pack | 15 Lessons for Year 3 & 4 | Creative Writing, Character & Setting Descriptions
This comprehensive 15-lesson pack is designed to turn your Year 3 and Year 4 students into confident storytellers through modern fairy tale writing. Focused on teaching traditional tales, character development, setting descriptions, and the use of descriptive language, this resource walks pupils through each stage of the writing process—from planning and drafting to editing and redrafting.
Key Features:
★ 15 Detailed Lessons: Carefully structured lessons to guide students through the process of writing modern fairy tales.
★ PowerPoints & WAGOLL Examples: Editable PowerPoints and What A Good One Looks Like (WAGOLL) examples for clear student guidance.
★ Engaging Activities: Tasks that focus on the 5 senses, complex sentences, similes, metaphors, and figurative language to enhance creative writing.
★ Creative Writing Focus: Activities to help students develop strong characters, settings, and storylines while applying literacy skills such as grammar and analysis.
★ Independent & Group Work: A mix of individual and group activities to cater to diverse learning styles.
★ Checklists & Plenaries: Keep students on track with writing goals and encourage self-reflection through plenary activities.
Perfect For:
Year 3 & Year 4 creative writing lessons
Developing descriptive language and storytelling abilities
Teaching essential literacy skills in an engaging format
Supporting assessment preparation and Ofsted observations
This ready-to-use resource is ideal for teachers aiming to inspire young writers and boost their literacy skills in an exciting, creative way.
Tags: LKS2, Key Stage 2, Lower Key Stage 2, Year 3, Year 4, fairy tale writing, creative writing, literacy lessons, story settings, character descriptions, Ofsted, similes, metaphors, teacher resources.
Make learning phonics a lucky charm with these St. Patrick’s Day Initial Sound Peg Cards!
This engaging resource is perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day while reinforcing essential early literacy skills. Featuring 16 beautifully illustrated cards, children will have a blast identifying initial sounds and developing their phonemic awareness.
What’s Inside:
★ 16 Vibrant Picture Cards: Each card showcases a clear, captivating image related to St. Patrick’s Day (clover, leprechaun, pot of gold, etc.).
★ Three Letter Options: Below each picture, three letter choices are presented, allowing children to select the correct initial sound.
★ Perfect for Pegging: Designed for use with pegs (not included), these cards encourage fine motor skill development alongside phonics practice.
★ Can also be laminated to be drawn on with whiteboard pens
Other St. Patrick’s Day resources:
★ Create Your Pot of Gold Maths Activity - Tuff Tray - Counting EYFS
Learning Benefits:
★ Reinforces Initial Sound Recognition: Helps children identify and differentiate between initial sounds in words.
★ Develops Phonemic Awareness: Strengthens the ability to hear, identify, and manipulate individual sounds in spoken words.
★ Enhances Vocabulary: Introduces and reinforces St. Patrick’s Day-themed vocabulary.
★ Improves Fine Motor Skills: Pegging the correct letter promotes dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
★ Engaging and Interactive: Makes learning phonics fun and hands-on.
How to Use:
★ Children look at the picture on each card.
★ They say the word aloud and listen for the initial sound.
★ They then use a peg to mark the correct letter from the three options provided.
Ideal for:
★ EYFS and KS1 classrooms
★ Phonics lessons
★ Learning centers
★ Home learning
★ St. Patrick’s Day activities
Fully resourced lesson plan, PowerPoint and sorting activity | Ofsted-rated Outstanding
This Athens and Sparta lesson is perfect for teaching children in KS2 about the key differences between these two powerful city-states of Ancient Greece. Ideal for history units, formal observations, or interview lessons, this resource uses engaging visuals, discussion, and active learning to promote historical understanding and comparison skills.
Originally used as an Ofsted observation lesson, this pack is designed to be flexible, inclusive and memorable.
What’s included:
✔ Detailed lesson plan with clear learning objectives and plenary discussion prompts
✔ PowerPoint presentation with visuals and facts to hook and guide pupils
✔ Athens vs. Sparta sorting cards (standard and lower ability versions included)
✔ Clear differentiation built into the main activity
✔ Plenary reflection questions to assess understanding and encourage discussion
Lesson focus:
To understand key differences between Athens and Sparta
To compare and contrast lifestyles, values and priorities of each city-state
To develop historical thinking and express personal viewpoints through discussion
Why it works well:
✔ Designed for observations, interviews or curriculum lessons
✔ Supports collaborative learning and class discussion
✔ Easy to differentiate with pre-prepared support materials
✔ Helps pupils form opinions based on historical evidence
✔ Links well with broader KS2 topics on Ancient Civilisations and Democracy
Perfect for:
KS2 History lessons
Year 4, Year 5 or Year 6 interview or observation
Ancient Greece topic units
Cross-curricular English links through discussion and persuasive argument
Group tasks and mixed ability classwork
Also available:
Looking for a full topic sequence? Try the complete Ancient Greece Unit:
KS2 Ancient Greece Unit - 7 Outstanding Lessons
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Fully resourced unit covering mythology, city-states, inventions, architecture, and the Olympics | Ideal for weekly history sessions or topic-based learning
Explore the fascinating world of Ancient Greece with this seven-lesson unit designed for Key Stage 2. Covering mythology, daily life, architecture, the Olympics, and more, each lesson encourages critical thinking and historical enquiry through discussion, activities, and creative tasks.
What’s included:
✔ 7 detailed lesson plans
✔ Interactive PowerPoints for each session
✔ All worksheets and activity resources
✔ Engaging tasks including debates, design work, poetry and performance
Lesson sequence:
Introduction to Ancient Greece – Set the scene with a historical timeline and geographical context
Greek Gods and Mythology – Explore the Olympian gods and goddesses through interactive games and myth exploration
Perseus and the Gorgon’s Head – Retell and perform a classic myth through poetry and comprehension tasks
Greek Temples and Architecture – Investigate key features of temple design and create architectural plans
Athens vs Sparta – Compare these two famous city-states through discussion and fact-based activities
The Ancient Olympics – Discover the origins of the Olympic Games, including events, rituals, and rewards
Greek Inventions – Learn how Ancient Greek innovations still shape modern life and pitch ideas in a ‘Dragons’ Den’ task
Why this unit stands out:
✔ Covers a broad range of Ancient Greek topics in depth
✔ Combines historical knowledge with cross-curricular links (English, DT, PE)
✔ Tried and tested activities that support curiosity and creativity
✔ Suitable for Years 3 to 6, with adaptable activities for different age groups
Perfect for:
KS2 history curriculum
Topic weeks or history-focused terms
Project-based learning
Cross-curricular teaching
Search terms: Ancient Greece KS2 | Greek gods and myths | Athens Sparta comparison | Ancient Olympics | Greek inventions | KS2 history planning | outstanding history lesson | Year 4 Ancient Greece | Greek temple activity | history of the Olympics | LKS2 UKS2 topic planning
Boost your KS2 literacy lessons with this 6-week Word of the Day program, designed to build vocabulary and spark a love for language. Perfect for morning work or English lesson starters, this engaging resource helps students learn and use new words effectively.
This is the first set of Word of the Day slides, usable in any order. Get Set 2 here: /teaching-resource/resource-13077491.
What You Get
30 unique word slides, each with a word, definition, and sample sentence
Varied activities: reading, writing, illustrating, and applying words in context
PowerPoint and PDF formats for flexible classroom use
Ready-to-use slides and printable worksheets
Activities Included
Read and understand each word’s meaning and usage
Write the word and use it in a given sentence
Illustrate the word to connect with its meaning visually
Create original sentences to practice word application
Who It’s For
KS2 teachers (Years 3-6) teaching English or literacy
Educators looking for quick, engaging vocabulary activities
Primary schools aiming to strengthen language skills
Why It Works
Aligns with KS2 curriculum goals for vocabulary and language
Keeps students interested with diverse, hands-on tasks
Adapts to different abilities for inclusive learning
Saves time with no-prep, ready-to-display or print materials
Great For
Daily morning work or English lesson warm-ups
Building vocabulary for writing and reading tasks
Encouraging creative expression through language
Instant download. Fully editable. Ready to teach.
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KS2 Word of the Day Set 2: /teaching-resource/resource-13077491
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This bundle of 167 classroom resource labels features real-life photographs designed to help develop vocabulary and support independent access to classroom resources. The labels are ideal for both general classroom use and for supporting children with English as an Additional Language (EAL) or Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
What’s included:
✔ 167 classroom resource labels
✔ Printable PDF format with multiple size options:
One to a page
Two to a page
Four to a page
Six to a page
✔ Maths resource labels for classroom storage areas
Lesson overview / structure:
★ Label Placement – Labels can be printed and placed on classroom items, helping students identify and organise resources independently.
★ Language and Vocabulary Development – Supports vocabulary building through the use of real-life images for EAL and SEND learners.
★ Maths Resource Labelling – Includes specific labels designed for maths storage areas, ideal for teachers managing maths resources.
Why it’s useful:
✔ Helps children independently identify classroom items
✔ Supports language development for EAL and SEND pupils
✔ Bright and colourful design adds visual appeal to any classroom
✔ Ideal for organising maths resources
Suggested use cases:
These labels are perfect for KS1 and KS2 classrooms, particularly in supporting EAL and SEND learners. Ideal for use across all subjects, including organising maths areas or any classroom storage.
Links included:
✔ 32 Primary Maths Resource Labels
✔ 130 English General Classroom Resource Labels
✔ 124 Ukrainian General Classroom Resource Labels
✔ 123 French General Classroom Resource Labels
Search tags:
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Swap dull spelling tests for these 9 engaging, editable spelling activities, perfect for EYFS to KS2. Ideal for morning work, phonics sessions, or weekly spelling lists, these worksheets make learning words fun and creative for all abilities.
What You Get
ABC Spelling: Sort words alphabetically
Stair Step Spelling: Build words step by step
Picture Spelling: Draw and spell words
Rainbow Spelling: Write words with colorful flair
Spelling Sentences: Create sentences with spelling words
Make a Wordsearch: Design a wordsearch for peers
Roll a Spelling: Use dice for a spelling challenge
Pyramid Spelling: Stack words in a pyramid shape
Secret Code Spelling: Decode words with a secret code
All activities editable and ready-to-print
Who It’s For
Teachers of EYFS, KS1, and KS2 (Years 1-6) teaching literacy or phonics
Educators seeking fun, flexible spelling practice
Schools supporting diverse learners, including those with dyslexia
Why It Works
Turns spelling into a creative, enjoyable task
Adapts to any age or spelling list with editable formats
Engages visual, kinesthetic, and written learning styles
Supports differentiation for all abilities, including dyslexic learners
Saves time with no-prep, print-and-go worksheets
Great For
Morning work or literacy center activities
Phonics practice and weekly spelling routines
Homework, early finishers, or dyslexia support
Instant download. Fully editable. Ready to use.
Tags
EYFS spelling activities, KS1 spelling practice, KS2 literacy resources, phonics worksheets, Years 1-6 spelling, dyslexia support, primary literacy centers, fun spelling games, editable spelling tasks
Elevate your Year 5/6 students’ writing skills with this Ofsted-rated Outstanding English lesson on sentence openers! This flexible resource, adaptable for 20-minute bursts or a full hour, empowers students to create descriptive writing that’s both engaging and varied.
What’s Inside:
★ Interactive PowerPoint: Visually stimulating slides to introduce key concepts, inspire creativity, and guide students through the writing process.
★ Engaging Activities: Three differentiated tasks (mild, spicy, hot) cater to all abilities, ensuring every student is challenged and supported.
★ Starter Activity: “The Openers Doctor” encourages students to analyze and evaluate sentence openers in a given text.
★ ADDSPICE Sentence Openers: Introduce students to the powerful ADDSPICE technique (Adverbs, Drop-in Clause, Describe, Simile, Preposition, -ing Word, Connective, -ed Word) for crafting captivating sentences.
★ Film Clip Inspiration: Spark creativity with a descriptive writing task based on a film clip.
★ Storyboard & Posters: Visual aids to support planning and reinforce learning.
Key Learning Outcomes:
★ Understand the impact of varied sentence openers on writing.
★ Confidently use a range of openers, including -ed, -ing, and descriptive phrases.
★ Apply the ADDSPICE technique to create engaging and diverse sentences.
★ Reflect on and improve their own writing.
★ Evaluate the effectiveness of vocabulary and openers in a given text.
Why Choose This Resource?
★ Ofsted-Approved: Proven to deliver outstanding teaching and learning outcomes.
★ Flexible & Adaptable: Easily adjust the lesson length to fit your timetable.
★ Engaging & Creative: Inspire students to experiment with language and express their ideas with confidence.
★ Differentiated: Caters to all abilities, ensuring every student can succeed.
★ Ready-to-Use: All materials are provided, saving you valuable prep time.
Transform your students into confident and creative writers with this exceptional sentence openers lesson!
Ideal for: Year 5, Year 6, KS2, English, writing, grammar, sentence structure, descriptive writing, creative writing.
92 phonics interactive games – All phases (ActivInspire Flipchart)
This ActivInspire Flipchart includes 92 interactive whiteboard games covering all phonics phases from Phase 1 to Phase 6. Ideal for use in daily phonics lessons, these activities provide a wide range of engaging games that support early reading, blending, segmenting and spelling skills. The games are child-friendly, visually engaging and perfect for class modelling or group work on the board.
What’s included:
✔ 1 ActivInspire Flipchart file
✔ 92 phonics games sorted by phase (Phases 1–6)
✔ Activities include matching games, loop cards, rhyming tasks, sound buttons, stories, sentence substitutes, and more
Lesson overview / structure:
★ Phase 1: Focus on listening, rhyme and word-picture games
★ Phase 2: CVC blending, SATPIN games, sound matching, treasure or bin, rhyming and caption activities
★ Phase 3: Digraph games, caption and picture match, phoneme frames, sentence building and interactive stories
★ Phase 4: Blends and clusters, I spy, sentence matching and yes/no comprehension
★ Phase 5: Magic e, compound words, HFW games, silly sentences and matching tasks
★ Phase 6: Sentence-level practice, spelling and jigsaw games
Why it’s useful:
✔ Covers every phonics phase (1–6) in line with Letters and Sounds
✔ Ideal for modelling games or whole-class participation using the whiteboard
✔ Supports reading, spelling, and phoneme recognition in an interactive way
✔ Great for reinforcing learning through familiar game formats
Suggested use cases:
Perfect for daily phonics sessions, intervention groups, starter activities, or consolidating phonics knowledge in KS1 classrooms. Also works well with Jolly Phonics and Read Write Inc.
Search tags: KS1 phonics | ActivInspire phonics games | phase 1 2 3 4 5 6 phonics | interactive whiteboard phonics | spelling | jolly phonics | read write inc | literacy activities | phoneme recognition | phonics loop cards
This printable feelings fan includes 24 emotions supported by clear, recognisable emojis, with each feeling written in both Ukrainian and phonetic Ukrainian. It’s a simple but powerful tool to help Ukrainian children express how they feel and communicate with others when language may be a barrier. Ideal for EAL support and SEND pupils, it encourages independence and helps reduce anxiety in unfamiliar classroom settings.
What’s included:
✔ PDF file of 24 emotions cards (in Ukrainian and phonetic Ukrainian)
✔ Visual emoji support for each feeling
✔ Printable and suitable for laminating and assembling with a split pin
How it works:
★ Pupils use the fan to select a feeling and show or communicate it to an adult or peer
★ Each emotion is paired with a familiar emoji for visual recognition
★ Phonetic Ukrainian supports pronunciation and helps English-speaking peers and staff understand the words
Why it’s useful:
✔ Supports Ukrainian EAL pupils in settling into a new classroom
✔ Helps SEND pupils communicate feelings clearly
✔ Encourages inclusive peer communication and emotional vocabulary development
✔ Easy to assemble, low-prep resource
Suggested use cases:
Suitable for KS1 and KS2 classrooms, EAL intervention sessions, morning check-ins, nurture groups, and wellbeing corners.
Search tags: Ukrainian EAL support | feelings fan | emotions chart | SEND communication tool | KS1 KS2 emotions | Ukrainian classroom resources | phonetic Ukrainian feelings | emotional vocabulary support | emoji fan printable
Also available: 124 Ukrainian Classroom Labels
These Russian classroom labels are designed to support vocabulary development and independence for children who speak Russian or are new to English. Suitable for EYFS, KS1, and KS2, the labels use real-life photographs alongside Russian and phonetic Russian to help pupils confidently access resources around the classroom.
What’s included:
✔ 124 classroom labels with real-life photographs
✔ Editable PowerPoint file (with English translations in slide notes)
✔ Printable PDF versions (Russian and phonetic Russian)
✔ Labels in four size options: one per page, two per page, four per page, six per page
Lesson overview / structure:
★ Visual vocabulary support – Real-life photographs help children recognise items quickly
★ Language support – Labels include both Russian and phonetic Russian for ease of understanding
★ Editable PowerPoint – View English translations in the notes section beneath each slide
★ Flexible sizing – Choose the label size that suits your classroom setup
Why it’s useful:
✔ Helps EAL and SEND pupils settle into a new classroom environment
✔ Supports vocabulary acquisition in Russian and English
✔ Encourages independence by making resources easily identifiable
✔ Bright, clear visuals that suit any classroom display
Suggested use cases:
Ideal for welcoming Ukrainian, Russian, and Russian-speaking pupils into English-speaking classrooms, supporting EAL provision, SEND resource organisation, and language learning displays.
Search tags: Russian classroom labels | EAL resources KS1 KS2 | Russian phonetic labels | Ukrainian refugee support | bilingual classroom resources | classroom organisation
Introduce an engaging approach to spelling with the Word Spider worksheet. Ideal for morning activities, topic introductions, or as a classroom display, this template is a versatile tool for exploring the nuances of the English language.
Features:
★ Central Keyword Focus: Students write a chosen word in the center and explore its linguistic connections.
★ Educational Prompts: The surrounding boxes encourage students to analyse the word’s spelling, categorize its type, and consider its phonetics and etymology.
★ Interactive Learning: The worksheet prompts students to engage with the word through various exercises, enhancing their understanding and retention.
Benefits:
★ Reusable Format: Designed to be laminated for continuous use, promoting sustainability in classroom resources.
★ Adaptable for Different Ages: While created for Key Stage 2, the worksheet is suitable for a broad age range.
Advantages:
★ Spelling Reinforcement: Aids in memorizing essential spelling words, tailored to the curriculum requirements of each year group.
★ Language Exploration: Encourages a deeper understanding of word formation, usage, and history.
Product Details:
★ Available as a PDF for easy printing.
★ Key Stage 2 Oriented: Developed with the Key Stage 2 curriculum as a focus, yet flexible for other educational levels.
The Word Spider worksheet is a valuable addition to any English or literacy program, helping students to develop their spelling and etymology skills in an interactive manner.
Boost your KS2 students’ vocabulary with this simple yet effective 6-week Word of the Day program! Perfect for daily starters or morning work, this resource introduces a new word each day and helps students develop their language skills. This is the second set of slides in the series and can be used alongside Set 1 (available here: Word of the Day Set 1).
What’s Included:
★ 30 Vocabulary Slides: Each slide features a new word, its definition, and a sample sentence to help students understand and use the word correctly.
★ Engaging Activities: Students will read, write, and draw to deepen their understanding of each word in context.
★ Creative Tasks: Encourage students to visually represent each word’s meaning, helping them connect with the vocabulary in a more personal way.
★ Sentence Practice: Students will practice constructing sentences with the new word, then create their own original sentence.
★ Versatile Formats: The resource comes in both PowerPoint and PDF formats, allowing you to easily incorporate it into your teaching routine.
Why This Resource Works:
★ Curriculum-Aligned: Supports vocabulary development in line with KS2 English curriculum goals.
★ Variety of Activities: Keeps students engaged with a mix of reading, writing, and drawing tasks.
★ Flexible and Easy to Use: Suitable for different learning styles and ready to use with no prep required.
★ Adapts to Any Classroom: Perfect for diverse abilities and a range of teaching environments.
This program will help your students grow their vocabulary in a structured, accessible way.
Ideal For:
KS2 English Lessons
Vocabulary Building
Literacy Activities
Morning Work or Starters
Word Study Practice
Celebrate Easter and learn some Russian with this fun and colourful label set! You will get a PDF file with 28 labels, each featuring a word related to Easter in English, phonetic Russian, and Russian script.
The labels also have watercolour style clipart images that match the words.
You can print the labels one-to-a-page, two-to-a-page or four-to-a-page, depending on your preference and needs.
These labels are perfect for creating a word wall, a translation activity, or a vocabulary game. They can also help you support a Russian student in your class or introduce some cultural diversity to your students.
The labels cover a range of Easter topics, such as Easter eggs, baskets, bunnies, chicks, flowers, church, and more.
Your students will love learning new words and exploring a different language and culture with these Russian Easter labels!
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Celebrate Easter while introducing your students to Ukrainian with this vibrant and engaging label set. This set includes 28 labels, each featuring an Easter-related word in English, Ukrainian script, and phonetic Ukrainian. Each label is paired with charming watercolour-style clipart, making learning visually appealing.
What’s Included:
★ 28 Easter-themed labels, with words like Easter eggs, baskets, bunnies, chicks, flowers, church, and more.
★ Words presented in English, Ukrainian script, and phonetic Ukrainian for easy pronunciation.
★ Watercolour-style clipart to match each word, adding a creative touch.
★ Options to print one label per page or four labels per page, depending on your needs.
Perfect For:
★ Creating a word wall or conducting a translation activity to help reinforce vocabulary.
★ Organising a vocabulary game to make learning fun and interactive.
★ Supporting a Ukrainian-speaking student or introducing students to a new language and culture.
★ Introducing cultural diversity into your classroom in a creative and meaningful way.
These labels are an excellent resource for teaching Ukrainian language basics through Easter-related vocabulary. They are ideal for engaging students in learning about both Easter traditions and a different culture.
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Fully resourced for hands-on learning and map skills | Ideal for 60-minute lessons
This engaging and educational KS2 geography lesson focuses on compass directions, helping students understand both cardinal and intercardinal points while encouraging practical map-reading skills. The resource includes a well-structured lesson plan, a visually engaging PowerPoint presentation, and interactive activity sheets that guide students in applying their knowledge of compass directions to map reading and writing directions.
What’s included:
✔ A comprehensive lesson plan to ensure a smooth and impactful teaching experience
✔ A PowerPoint presentation that introduces and reinforces compass directions
✔ Interactive activity sheets that support students in applying their knowledge to real-world map reading and direction writing
✔ Practical activities where students use compass skills to create written directions for a journey
✔ Extension tasks for early finishers, offering additional challenges to deepen understanding
Skills and knowledge covered:
Cardinal and Intercardinal Directions: Understanding the basic compass points (north, south, east, west) and their intercardinal counterparts (northeast, southeast, northwest, southwest)
Map Reading: Developing map-reading skills by using compass directions to follow and write directions
Practical Application: Writing directions for a journey based on map reading
Extension Activity: Providing a challenge for early finishers to extend their learning of compass directions
Why this lesson stands out:
✔ Offers an interactive, hands-on approach to learning compass directions
✔ Supports the development of map-reading and spatial awareness skills
✔ Adaptable to different ability levels and lesson durations
✔ Ready-to-use with minimal preparation, perfect for busy teachers or observation lessons
✔ Combines theoretical knowledge with practical application for a well-rounded learning experience
Perfect for:
KS2 geography lessons on compass directions
Teaching map skills and spatial awareness
Cross-curricular activities involving geography and literacy
Observation or interview lessons
Geography mastery-style teaching
Search terms:
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Are you looking for a way to spice up your geography lessons and inspire your KS2 students? Do you want to cover the key concepts of compass directions, human and physical features, and physical features of the UK in a fun and interactive way? If so, this bundle of outstanding geography lessons is perfect for you!
This bundle includes 3 comprehensive and engaging lessons, each with a detailed lesson plan, a captivating PowerPoint presentation, and a range of activity sheets. The lessons are designed to help your students develop their geographical skills and knowledge, as well as their creativity and critical thinking. The lessons are:
☆ KS2 Compass Directions: In this lesson, students will learn about the cardinal and intercardinal points of the compass and how to use them to write directions for a journey on a map. They will also practice their map reading and direction writing skills with a practical application task. An extension activity is included to challenge early finishers.
☆ KS2 Human and Physical Features: In this lesson, students will learn to identify and differentiate between human and physical geographical features on a map. They will also create their own map with identified features using their imagination and creativity. An extension activity is included to challenge students with a map of London using compass points.
☆ KS2 Physical Features of the UK: In this lesson, students will learn about the main physical features of the UK, such as mountains, rivers, lakes, and coasts. They will also explore how these features affect the climate, wildlife, and human activities in different regions. An extension activity is included to challenge students with a quiz on the physical features of the UK.
By purchasing this bundle, you will save 22% compared to buying each lesson individually.
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This bundle is ideal for teachers who want to deliver outstanding geography lessons that are both informative and enjoyable. Your students will love learning about the world around them with these resources!
Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Compass Directions, Human Features, Physical Features, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Map Reading, Map Identification, Map Creation, London Map, UK Features, Education.
