A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the mixed-age unit Science, Y1/2 (B), Materials: Uses of everyday materials.
This resource is designed to support the children as they explore the uses of everyday materials. It highlights key vocabulary and examines how different materials, such as metal, wood and plastic, are chosen for specific purposes. The resource also explores how some materials can change shape through stretching, twisting, bending or squashing. It is perfect for consolidating essential knowledge and fostering an understanding of how materials are used in the world around us.
Join Emma Symonds, our RSE & PSHE specialist, for a webinar on enhancing pupil wellbeing during Children’s Mental Health Week. This session offers:
- Strategies to foster a supportive classroom environment.
- Activities to boost self-expression and emotional awareness.
- Tips for integrating mindfulness and relaxation techniques.
- Resources that align with the theme ‘Know Yourself, Grow Yourself,’ focusing on resilience and connections.
This unit vocabulary display includes keywords from the Year 2 unit Religion and worldviews, Y2, What is a prophet? and additional unit-specific words that may be helpful in a display.
There is also a Key vocabulary – R&W Year 2 display, which lists only the keywords from all the Year 3/4 units. Consider displaying relevant keywords from previous years as a reminder for the pupils.
Key vocabulary is clearly labelled on the display, highlighting essential words that the pupils are expected to retain and reuse in future units. Understanding these words enhances comprehension of the subject and supports understanding of prominent organised worldviews.
See the full Religion and worldviews: Progression of key vocabulary.
Use this mood tracker to support children in tracking their feelings and emotions.
Designed to support wellbeing and emotional regulation, this resource guides children through the simple steps in Balloon Breathing, to support them in feeling calm and focused.
Encourage children to explore their feelings and boost their wellbeing with this journal page. Designed to help children identify and share their emotions, reflect on their day and set positive intentions.
This unit vocabulary display includes keywords from the mixed-age unit Religion and worldviews, Y1/2 (A), Why should we care for the world? and additional unit-specific words that may be helpful in a display.
There is also a Key vocabulary – R&W Year 1/2 display, which lists only the keywords from all the Year 3/4 units. Consider displaying relevant keywords from previous years as a reminder for the pupils.
Key vocabulary is clearly labelled on the display, highlighting essential words that the pupils are expected to retain and reuse in future units. Understanding these words enhances comprehension of the subject and supports understanding of prominent organised worldviews.
See the full Religion and worldviews: Progression of key vocabulary.
This Music video supports teachers in developing effective strategies for teaching beat and rhythm at key stage one. It explores what beat and rhythm look like in a classroom setting, common challenges pupils may face, and how these foundational skills progress as pupils move into the upper key stages. Through clear modelling, movement activities, and simple instrument use, the video helps teachers build pupil confidence in recognising, maintaining, and responding to a steady beat before formally introducing rhythm.
