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Behind the Scenes at the BBC – Literacy Live Lesson
  • KS2 English • Ages 7-11

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Classroom resources for the spring term

  • Topical calendar

    Classroom resources to mark big moments and significant events in the educational calendar.

    • Primary/Secondary • Ages 5-16

  • Primary school plays/musicals

    Each adaptation contains music, scripts and sound effects. Includes a new musical inspired by The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse.

    • KS2 • Ages 7-11
    Illustration - heavy snow falling on hills and trees. Text reads, 'The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse.

  • Shakespeare teaching resources

    All our resources for primary and secondary schools in one place, including a new animated adaptation of Romeo and Juliet.

    • English/Drama • Ages 5-16
    Iillustrated versions of Romeo and Juliet wearing Shakespearean costume and masks. They are pressing hands together.

  • BBC micro:bit playground survey

    Seven fun, cross-curricular activities to help children aged 7-11 get to grips with data science and digital skills.

    • KS2 • Ages 7-11

  • News and media literacy resources

    Interactive lessons from Other Side of the Story, introducing students to media literacy concepts.

    • Media Literacy • Ages 11-16
    A montage showing the text 'other side of the story' and mobile phones with text 'FAKE NEWS' and two schoolchildren holding signs that read, 'News'. The text 'AI' is shown in a futuritic looking, brightly coloured font.

  • VE Day - Teaching Resources

    A collection of BBC resources for VE Day and World War Two. On 8 May 1945, Prime Minister Winston Churchill announced that the war in Europe had come to an end.

    • Primary/Secondary • Ages 5-16

  • Mental Health and Wellbeing - Teaching Resources

    Mental Health Awareness Week takes place from 13 to 19 May.

    • Primary/Secondary • Ages 5-16

  • Primary PSHE

    Suitable for use in PSHE and Relationships Education, and Health Education lessons these resources are arranged by the topics: Health and Wellbeing, Relationships, and Living in the wider world.

    • Primary PSHE • Ages 5-11
    Illustration of the Operation Ouch presenters, Dr Chris, Dr Xand and Dr Ronx. Text reads, Operation Ouch. How are babies made?

  • Musical Storyland: New films available

    Musical stories with activities and listening guides, exploring musical skills and curriculum connections.

    • Early Years/KS1 Music • Ages 3-7

  • Celebrating Passover (Pesach)

    10-year-old Solly uses his own video camera to share the experience of his family preparing for the Jewish festival of Passover.

    • KS2 Religious Studies • Ages 7-11

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Classroom projects

  • 500 Words

    BBC's 500 Words is the UK's largest children's story writing competition for 5-11 year-olds.

    • KS1/KS2 English • Ages 5-11

  • Moodboosters

    40 fun classroom films to get pupils physically active whilst supporting their mental health and wellbeing.

    • KS1/KS2 PSHE • Ages 5-11

  • Ten Pieces

    Ten Pieces opens up the world of classical music for children. Explore exciting films accompanied by lesson plans and instrumental arrangements.

    • KS2/KS3 Music • Ages 7-14

  • BBC Young Reporter

    The BBC’s journalism and media project supporting young people to develop content creation skills, find out about careers in broadcasting and share their own stories.

    • Secondary • Ages 11-18
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Times tables

Times table videos featuring all your favourite football mascots.
  • KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11

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Primary assemblies

  • International Nurses Day

    International Nurses Day is celebrated each year on 12 May - the anniversary of Florence Nightingale's birth.

    • Primary assemblies • Ages 5-11

  • You won't believe what happens at this Pentecost party!

    The Bible story of Pentecost is retold - with a twist. The 12 apostles are celebrating the harvest festival (of Shavuot) and one of them is recording events on his mobile phone... Pentecost is celebrated on the seventh Sunday after Easter (19 May, 2024).

    • Primary assemblies • Ages 5-11

  • Moses: The Exodus

    An assembly suitable for Passover and other occasions featuring an animation about the Exodus and opportunities for reflection and prayer.

    • Primary assemblies • Ages 5-11

  • Judaism: Passover

    A primary school assembly framework for the Jewish festival of Passover. Themes include trusting in God and being a good leader.

    • Primary assemblies • Ages 5-11

  • St George's Day

    An assembly for primary schools celebrating St George's Day, Includes a video animation about who St George really was, and also includes suggestions for songs and a time for reflection / prayer.

    • Primary assemblies • Ages 5-11
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