3 Creative Autumn Classroom Activities Posted on 12 November 2019 by Becki - Kent-Teach in Resources There is plenty of creative inspiration outside at this time of year, from the leaves changing colour to a blanket of frost appearing on the grass in the mornings. Why not bring the magic inside the classroom with these 3 creative autumn activities ideas? Read More...
The Science Behind Fireworks Posted on 31 October 2019 by Nikita Ponnappah - Kent-Teach in Resources Bonfire night is fast approaching…children and grownups wait patiently to observe the bursts of magical colour explosions. Metal elements react with metal compounds creating magnificent reactions, leaving behind their trails of glistening sparkle glow. Get yourself fully equipped for bonfire night, why not show off in front of friends and family by teaching them the science behind fireworks?! Read More...
3 Halloween Classroom Activities Posted on 24 October 2019 by Becki - Kent-Teach in Resources The spookiest day of the year is nearly upon us! Halloween is a great opportunity to get hands-on in the classroom with some scarily seasonal activities. Combining fun, creativity and learning, here are 3 Halloween Classroom Activities to try next week! Read More...
6 Building Activities to Introduce Engineering Basics Posted on 8 October 2019 by Amanda Tallent in Resources Construction activities are the ultimate learn-by-doing experiment and they can teach children about maths, design and science. Here are 6 classroom building activities that come with free printable resources! Read More...
3 Free Lesson Ideas for Teaching the Periodic Table Posted on 4 October 2019 by Nikita Ponnappah in Resources | Schools Why is the periodic table one of the most important tools in the history of chemistry? Read on for 3 lesson ideas and a free downloadable periodic table resource! Read More...
"See" the Alphabet with Your Body! Posted on 2 July 2019 by Education.com in Resources The alphabet may seem like easy pickings to us adults, but for kids, learning the alphabet in preschool or nursery can be daunting. If your child struggles with this, take heart—you're not alone! If flashcards and other visual practices seem to be wearing thin, try something new through "kinesthetic", or whole body, learning. Read More...
Let's Talk Apprenticeships! Posted on 1 March 2019 by Michelle - Kent-Teach in Resources Are you thinking about apprenticeships as part of your strategic workforce planning? If you're not, then you should be! Here's our guide to apprenticeships in schools. Read More...
Valentine’s Day Crafts Posted on 7 February 2019 by Education.com in Resources Are you looking for a fun Valentine’s themed craft project for your preschoolers? Then look no further! Here is how to create an animal collage from Valentine's hearts... Read More...
Big Garden Birdwatch Posted on 17 January 2019 by Elliot Masters - Kent-Teach in General | Resources If we asked you ‘what is the most common garden bird in the UK?’ what would your answer be? Find out all about the RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch and what the top 10 most common garden birds are in Kent. Read More...
Assistive Technology for Reading Posted on 23 November 2018 by Ingrid Connors - Phonics Specialist in Career | Resources Assistive technology can be a useful way to help children with reading issues, especially children with dyslexia. There are plenty of tools available so it can be difficult to know which ones to use. Read on for recommendations of the best apps and assistive technology to help your child with their reading. Read More...