Subtraction using concrete and pictorial strategies
A video lesson which shows how to solve subtraction problems using counters and pictures. It demonstrates how to set up and solve the subtraction questions and gives ideas for a subtraction game at home.
Historic Royal Palaces - History and Stories
Discover interesting facts about Henry VIII and find out why he was so feared. Learn about his six wives and also about Queen Victoria and her empire.
Plant Growth, Development and Response to the Environment
A narrated animation which demonstrates how plants respond to light and gravity.
The Poetry Zone
An inspirational poetry site with all sorts. If you are between 4 and 18 you can send in your poems to be published. There are ideas for teachers on how to teach poetry. Read interviews with poets and find contact details for poets who visit schools.
Skin Structure and Function
An excellent, interactive about the structure and functions of skin. It also looks at common skin infections.
The Learning Zone
Designed especially for children by Oxford University Museum of Natural History, there are lots of fun things to do and learn here. Sections include: Animals, Insects, Rocks, Fossils, Minerals, Funstuff.
Super Stories - Nouns and Adjectives
A game that can help you to improve your use of nouns and adjectives. You get to be an editor who improves a fairly dull story into a bestselling horror story. Select great nouns, adjectives and illustrations to improve the story's impact.
Nouns, Verbs and Adjectives
A game where you need to find the nouns, verbs or adjectives.
The Gunpowder Plot
A PowerPoint and videos about the Gunpowder Plot. The videos serve as an introduction to the story of Guy Fawkes and the origins of Bonfire night but they are not suitable for younger pupils.
The Meaning of Christingle
Discover the origins of Christingles, the symbolism behind them and how to make your own Christingle.
