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Learn Genetics

Science education tools for teachers on all aspects of genetics including hands-on experiments appropriate for classroom use or individual student projects. See how genetics affect the lives of people and society.

14-18 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Shape Patterns

Shape Patterns is a shapes sequencing game. Complete the pattern of different coloured 2D shapes. There are three levels of difficulty.

3-8 year olds
Pupils

Chance to Shine

Chance to Shine has created a bank of free resources to help teachers lead cricket sessions with confidence. These include lesson plans for coaching sessions, instructional videos for all the skills and drills and tips from the professionals.

5-11 year olds
Teachers

Images to Inspire

Looking for inspiration for creative writing? Look no further. This great site from Teaching Packs has evocative photographs with lots of ideas for the classroom.

7-11 year olds
Teachers

Bookbug Song and Rhyme library

Find new songs and rhymes to share with little ones - including Gaelic.

0-5 year olds
Teachers, Parents

Nuffield Primary Design and Technology

Great design and technology teaching units which include lesson by lesson teaching guidance, a listing of new vocabulary, a description of links to other subjects and full details of resource requirements. Free to register on the site.

5-11 year olds
Teachers

How to Draw - Step by Step lessons and Videos

Tips and techniques for improving your drawing. It looks at cartoon drawing, drawing faces, perspective and more.

11-16 year olds
Pupils

Learn about the Weather

Learn about weather phenomena including clouds, rain and snow, with these excellent videos and animations from the UK Met Office. They are YouTube videos so will not be accessible in all schools but they are ad free.

9-14 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

How the Sun and UV Cause Cancer

Find out how to protect your skin in the sun. There is an animation showing you what happens to your skin when it is burnt in the sun.

5-11 year olds
Teachers, Pupils, Parents

Reach

A Scottish advice service for children and young people. Need extra help at school? Enquire offers lots of ways to find out about support for learning, get advice and hear from other young people about the issues in their lives.

7-18 year olds
Teachers, Pupils, Parents
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