Welcome to our latest resource, “The Mayans: Class Assembly Script.” This comprehensive script is a treasure trove for educators looking to bring the fascinating world of the Mayan civilization to life. Why choose this resource? It’s simple - it’s designed to engage, educate, and entertain. With characters for 30 children, each student gets an opportunity to participate and contribute. Our detailed stage directions and prop lists make staging an effective assembly hassle-free. But that’s not all. We understand that every classroom is unique. That’s why we’ve included adaptions for different year groups, ensuring our script is versatile and adaptable to your specific needs. Want to add your own flair? No problem! If you wish to make edits to the PDF, simply upload it to Google Docs, and voila - it’s editable! Tailor the script to suit your style or to cater to your students’ interests. We invite you to explore our other resources on the TES website. From history to science, from literature to arts, we’ve got a wide variety of educational tools designed to make teaching both fun and impactful. Don’t forget to visit The Teaching Couple, where you’ll find even more helpful resources. We’re here to support your journey as an educator, helping you inspire young minds and make learning an adventure. Remember, education is not just about imparting knowledge; it’s about sparking curiosity, fostering understanding, and nurturing growth. And with our “The Mayans: Class Assembly Script,” you’ll do just that. Let’s embark on this educational journey together!

Introducing our meticulously crafted teaching unit that draws inspiration from the powerful narrative of Francesca Sanna’s “The Journey”. This 5-week writing unit is designed to captivate students while fostering a deep understanding of the refugee experience. Key Features: Developed in line with Power of Reading Plans Comprises plans, slides, resources, and differentiated activities Fully adaptable to align with your unique teaching approach “The Journey” is Francesca Sanna’s debut picture book that beautifully encapsulates the experiences of refugees from diverse backgrounds. The narrative is straightforward and easy to comprehend, while the stunning illustrations depict the varied landscapes and emotional trajectories of a family seeking refuge. While ending on a note of hope, the book underscores the persistent uncertainty that many refugees face. Primary Goals of this Teaching Sequence: Enrich students’ comprehension and appreciation of the struggles encountered by refugees. Cultivate empathy. Delve into the concept of universal human rights and freedoms. Spanning roughly 26 sessions, this teaching sequence offers a wealth of opportunities for educators to impart advanced reading and writing skills through a poignant and challenging text. The striking illustrations invite reader engagement and reflection on intricate themes, facilitating a thorough exploration of sensitive content and inspiring genuine, creative responses. Please ensure all students are emotionally equipped to engage with this text due to its sensitive nature. Teachers should take into account their students’ prior experiences and use this insight to gauge the depth of exploration into the themes presented.

An editable Google slides assembly presentation for use during British Science Week. Resources included also provide opportunities for activities in classrooms, or as a whole school resource. This resource complements the British Science Association resources in support of British Science Week. Suitable for KS2. We have a separate KS1 version. Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Engaging and fun quiz activity to teach about famous scientists to a large assembly group. Opportunities for thinking and partner discussion as well as sharing thoughts, ideas and opinions with the assembly or group. Slides include: The aims of British Science Week. Who am I? famous scientist quiz What does Adapt mean? How do animals adapt to their environment? Adaptation quiz Whole school adaptation Challenge Question for reflection

An editable google slides assembly presentation based around Black History Month. The key theme for Black History Month is ‘Reclaiming Narratives’ which has been focussed on in the presentation. Suitable for KS1 & KS2. Key figures in American and British black history are celebrated by learning their stories. Some are commonly known (e.g. MLKjr) and some are lesser known to British children (e.g.Ignatius Sancho). Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Could be used as a classroom lesson to develop more discussion, knowledge, stories and complete writing activity. Slides include: What is Black History Month? Simple quiz for children to guess who the important person is, with a fact page about each one. Facts about Benjamin Zephaniah and opportunity for writing a poem based on his poem ‘The British’. Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.

Searching for a unique and engaging Year 6 leavers’ production that perfectly captures the journey through primary school? “‘Rewind and Remember’” offers a heartfelt and humorous adventure, ideal for celebrating your students’ shared history before they move on. The Storyline: It’s the last day of Year 6, and emotions are running high. Suddenly, a homemade ‘Memory Machine’ (or a mysterious old ‘Memory Box’) springs to life, accidentally sending a group of Year 6 students tumbling back through time!. Guided by quirky Narrators (or maybe the eccentric Professor Chronos!), they revisit key moments from their past: the tearful first days and playful chaos of Reception, and the blossoming friendships and comical mishaps of Year 3/4 (like a disastrous school play rehearsal!). Through laughter and reflection, they see how much they’ve grown, learned, and supported each other, returning to the present ready and resilient for their next adventure. Key Features: Engaging Time-Travel Theme: A fun and relatable concept using a ‘Memory Machine’ or ‘Box’ to explore pivotal primary school years. Perfect Blend of Humour & Heart: Balances comical observations of younger selves and time-travel mishaps with genuine reflections on growth, friendship, and facing the future. Large, Inclusive Cast: Designed for approximately 60 children, featuring core speaking roles (‘Time Travellers’), narrators, and large ensemble groups with both speaking and active non-speaking parts for flashback scenes, ensuring everyone is involved. Integrated Songs: Includes 4 popular, thematically relevant songs woven into the narrative.   Clear Structure & KS2 Focus: A straightforward 4-scene structure with age-appropriate dialogue and detailed stage directions suitable for Key Stage 2 performers.   Manageable Production: Offers simple staging and costume suggestions adaptable to any budget, minimising stress for teachers.   Comprehensive Resources: The pack includes a full script, grouped character list, props list organised by scene, song summary table with links, and practical production notes covering staging, costumes, and directing tips.   Why Choose “‘Rewind and Remember’”? This production provides a wonderful opportunity for Year 6 students to reflect on their primary school journey in a fun, creative, and collaborative way. It celebrates shared experiences, acknowledges the emotions of leaving, and builds confidence for the future, creating lasting memories for students, staff, and parents alike. Get the “‘Rewind and Remember’” production pack and give your Year 6 leavers a truly memorable send-off!

An editable Google slides assembly presentation for use to mark VE Day 80th anniversary. Suitable for both KS1 and KS2 with extra questioning and discussion aimed at KS2 if needed. Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Explanation of what VE day and World War Two in simple terms for children to understand. Focus on war and peace, and how war affects the world today still. Please note: This is a simple overview of WW2 children. It does mention Nazi Germany but does not go into any detail of the huge devastation they caused and the impact they had on many people and minority groups. This presentation focuses more on VE day and celebrating the end of war. Slides include: Why are they celebrating (photo) How are they celebrating (photo) Who are these people (photo) Victoy in Europe What is VE day? When is VE day? What was World War Two? VE day announcement (video) V ofr Victory- poem with photos War still happening today- seek peace for different nations (Ukraine/Russia, Israel/Palestine, Sudan and Syria) A small gesture, a big message- VEday 80 photo challenge Reflection questions x3 Prayer for church schools.

The Journey of Food: Farm to Fork Fiesta - An engaging and educational primary school assembly script that takes students on a flavorful journey from where food originates to how it nourishes our bodies! This play explores the “Farm to Fork” process, covering farming, food miles, Fairtrade, processing, digestion, and kitchen safety. With 30 flexible roles, it’s perfect for a class-wide exploration of food and healthy eating. Key Features: Comprehensive Food Journey: The script covers the complete journey of food, from farms and fields to processing and how it’s used by our bodies.   Diverse Farming Practices: It explores UK farming (arable and pastoral) and the importance of global trade due to climate differences.   Food Miles and Seasons: The script explains the concept of food miles and the benefits of eating seasonal, local produce.   Fairtrade Awareness: It introduces Fairtrade and its importance in ensuring fair compensation for farmers and workers in developing countries.   Processing Explained: The script demystifies food processing, showing how raw ingredients are transformed into consumable products.   Digestive System Adventure: It simplifies the complex process of digestion with an engaging “Digestion in a Bag” experiment.   Healthy Eating Guidance: The script highlights the Eatwell Guide and the importance of a balanced diet with 5 A Day.   Kitchen Safety: It provides essential kitchen safety tips for young cooks.   Empowering Conclusion: The play encourages informed food choices that benefit both personal health and the planet.   Catchy Song: The script ends with an upbeat song about healthy eating. Benefits: Teaches children about the journey of their food from farm to fork. Promotes healthy eating habits and an understanding of nutrition. Raises awareness of global food production and ethical considerations like Fairtrade. Develops performance skills, teamwork, and confidence. Ideal for: Primary school assemblies Science or PSHE lessons Food-themed projects or events Health and nutrition education Give your students a “Farm to Fork Fiesta” of knowledge with this fun and informative script!

Key Details: Focus Text: The Matchbox Diary by Paul Fleischman 4 Week Writing Unit Contains Plans, slides, resources. Introducing our meticulously designed 4-week teaching unit, centered around the captivating text “The Matchbox Diary” by Paul Fleischman. This comprehensive writing unit provides an all-inclusive package containing plans, slides, and resources to ensure a seamless teaching experience. “The Matchbox Diary,” illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline, tells the heartwarming story of a man sharing his early life experiences with his great-granddaughter. Unable to read or write in his youth, he ingeniously preserved memories in matchboxes, each containing an object that symbolized a significant event in his past. The narrative unfolds as the family’s journey from Italy to America in the early 20th century is revealed through the examination of each object, accompanied by images resembling framed sepia photographs. The once illiterate boy ultimately becomes someone who makes the printed word accessible to others. Our teaching unit aims to: Engage children with a relatable and empathetic story. Explore themes and issues, fostering connections with students’ own lives through discussion and idea development. Encourage creative responses to the text through drama, music, dance, storytelling, and artwork. Compose poetry. Write in role to explore and develop empathy for characters. Boost students’ confidence in writing for real purposes and audiences. Spanning approximately 20 sessions, this 4-week teaching sequence supports educators in addressing topics such as separation, belonging, adjusting to new circumstances, and life journeys. Elevate your teaching experience and inspire your students with our exceptional teaching unit focused on “The Matchbox Diary” by Paul Fleischman. Don’t miss out on our extensive collection of teaching resources and units of work! We’re dedicated to providing valuable content that will enrich your teaching experience and inspire both you and your students. Join our growing community of educators today and discover the endless possibilities with The Teaching Couple.

Introducing our carefully curated Victorian-era Class Assembly Script - a vibrant, engaging resource designed to help teachers effortlessly prepare for their class assembly. This script takes you on a captivating journey through the Victorian era, offering a rich tapestry of characters from Queen Victoria herself to factory workers, school children, and even a humble chimney sweep. Each role is thoughtfully crafted to provide students with an immersive experience, fostering both learning and empathy. The script is not just informative but also highly entertaining, ensuring that your assembly will be the talk of the school. It’s easy to follow, making preparation a breeze even for the busiest of teachers. With our script in hand, you’ll be able to guide your students in creating a memorable performance that will educate and inspire the entire school. But that’s not all! Once you’ve experienced the value of our Victorian-era Class Assembly Script, we encourage you to explore our vast range of other resources available on the TES website. Whether you’re teaching history, science, English, or math, we have a plethora of resources tailored to meet your needs. Please leave us a review if you find the review useful! If you leave a review, send me a picture of the review at dan@theteachingcouple.com and I will send you some free planning resources!

This script is designed to be performed in front of the entire school, making it a memorable event that highlights the educational milestones achieved throughout the year. The resource includes a detailed script that covers all the key subjects taught in Year 5: Maths, English, and Science. It also provides a character list, a list of recommended props, and adaptions for other year groups and school types, ensuring inclusivity and adaptability to suit various educational environments. In Maths, the script discusses how students have mastered addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with larger numbers. It highlights their understanding of fractions, decimals, percentages, area and perimeter calculations, angle measurements, and data interpretation through line graphs and tables. The English section showcases the range of genres studied and the development of inference skills regarding characters’ motives and feelings. It emphasizes the growth in vocabulary, the use of adverbs, presentational devices, and correct punctuation usage, including brackets, dashes, and commas. For Science, the script explores various themes like living things and their habitats, human development from birth to old age, properties and changes of materials, earth and space, and forces such as gravity, air resistance, water resistance, and friction. Our resource is more than just a script; it’s a celebration of the hard work, progress, and achievements of your Year 5 students. To make edits to the PDF, simply upload it to Google Docs where it’s fully editable. Discover more of our resources on the TES website, and don’t forget to visit The Teaching Couple for additional helpful resources. Enhance your teaching experience with our meticulously crafted resources, designed with an informative, instructional, professional, and approachable tone. Engage, educate, and celebrate your students’ learning journey with our Year 5 Class Assembly Script.

This meticulously crafted script is a complete guide for conducting a memorable and educational class assembly focused on the Year 4 curriculum. It’s not just a script; it’s a journey through the academic year that paints a vivid picture of the learning experience in Year 4. The Resource includes a detailed script, a character list, and a list of recommended props to bring the assembly to life. Each aspect of the script is designed to reflect the essence of Year 4, from tackling advanced mathematics concepts to exploring fascinating science topics like food chains, sound, electricity, and gases. History and geography aren’t left behind, with engaging discussions about the Stone Age, the Romans, and the Anglo-Saxons. In English and maths, the script reinforces key skills such as the correct usage of apostrophes and commas, times tables, and essential spellings. But what truly sets this script apart is its focus on fostering independence and confidence in learning, a critical aspect of Year 4. But that’s not all. Our Resource also comes with a list of Adaptions For Other Year Groups and School Types, making it versatile and adaptable. Want to make edits to the PDF? No problem! Simply upload it to Google Docs, and it becomes editable, allowing you to tailor the script to your school’s specific needs. We encourage you to check out our other resources on the TES website for more quality educational materials. And don’t forget to visit The Teaching Couple for a plethora of other helpful resources designed to enhance teaching and learning experiences. Our “Year 4 Class Assembly Script” isn’t just a product; it’s a tool for transformation, enabling educators to create an enriching, engaging, and educational assembly that will leave a lasting impression. So why wait? Embark on this exciting journey of learning with our Resource today!

An editable google slides assembly presentation based around Childrens Mental Health Week and its theme of ‘Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’. Suitable for KS2. We have a separate KS1 version. Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Widgits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Extension ideas included in notes to create writing activities based on personal reflection. Opportunities for thinking and partner discussion as well as sharing thoughts, ideas and personal experiences with the assembly or group. Slides include: The Aims of Childrens Mental Health Week. What is Childrens Mental Health Week? What is mental health? What does self-awareness mean? Things that you can do well. Things you’d like to learn. Perseverance. Link with Inside Out - Riley’s Island of Personality. What are your islands of personality. Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.

Introducing our comprehensive unit pack on migration, meticulously designed to provide an all-encompassing learning experience for your students. This resource kit includes overview plans, interactive whiteboard (IWB) materials, a plethora of resources, ideas for differentiated instruction, and key questions to stimulate critical thinking. Here is an outline of the first six lessons: Lesson Breakdown: Lesson 1: Kickstart the unit with an engaging discussion using images that share a common thread. Introduce the concept of migration through a video here. Utilize maps and atlases to extract information and draw conclusions. Find additional resources here, here, and here. Wrap up the session with reflective questions on migrants’ emotions. Lesson 2: Dive into the ‘push and pull’ factors of migration with pre-planned activities. Discuss personal feelings in a guided group setting, followed by reflection. Lesson 3: Explore how migration impacts people and places through real-life stories. Encourage students to evaluate the negatives and positives. Examine the UK’s changing dynamics due to migration. Lesson 4: Understand economic migration with this resource. Analyze statistics on work migration within the EU and the top destinations for economic migrants. Discuss the reasons and impacts of this type of migration. Lesson 5: Use this PowerPoint to discuss climate change and its role in creating climate refugees. Students will write letters to the government expressing their understanding of the issue and suggesting solutions. Lesson 6: Consolidate learning with a follow-up task that asks students to apply their understanding of migration. Use these resources, here, here, and here to discuss refugees. Finally, engage students in a reflective debate on whether they agree with this perspective. Our migration unit pack is not just a teaching resource; it’s an immersive journey through the complex world of human migration, offering a multifaceted approach to learning. Don’t forget to check out our other resources available on the TES website. We offer a variety of teaching aids designed to enrich your classroom experience.

An editable Google slides assembly presentation for use during British Science Week. Resources included also provide opportunities for activities in classrooms, or as a whole school resource. This resource complements the British Science Association resources in support of British Science Week. Suitable for KS1. We have a separate KS2 version. Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Engaging and fun quiz activity to teach about famous scientists to a large assembly group. Opportunities for thinking and partner discussion as well as sharing thoughts, ideas and opinions with the assembly or group. Slides include: The aims of British Science Week. Who am I? famous scientist quiz What is change? How do we change as we get older? Whole school height experiment Challenge Question for reflection Tes paid licence

Explore the Historical Event with Our ‘Great Fire of London’ Writing Unit Delve into the past with our engaging 2-Week Writing Unit, specifically designed to illuminate the events of the ‘Great Fire of London’. This comprehensive program equips students with the skills to independently craft a detailed newspaper report about the monumental fire that reshaped the history of London. Key Details: Duration: 2-Week Writing Unit Culmination: End of Unit (Big Writing) with objectives such as “I am learning to” and “I can” statements Independent Writing Task: Students will create their own newspaper report on the ‘Great Fire of London’ Resources Provided: Includes Smart Notebook Slides, Models, Lesson Plans, and Interactive Activities Main Learning Outcomes: The unit’s learning outcomes are structured to be progressive, revisiting each stage throughout the teaching cycle to reinforce understanding and skills. Setting the Context: Students will immerse themselves in the ‘Great Fire of London’ through various engaging activities, including reading newspaper articles, participating in topic-related work, reenacting the historical event, sequencing the fire’s timeline, and conducting interviews with ‘witnesses’. Deconstruction: The unit will guide students in deconstructing the text, identifying key features of newspaper reports, using visual organizers, applying speech marks for direct quotes, writing in the past tense, and understanding historical recount techniques. It will also cover grammatical concepts such as subordination and coordination. Joint Composition: In the first week, the focus will be on joint composition for the big writing task. Students will collaborate to sequence events accurately and understand the structure of a newspaper report text. Independent Writing: Building on the skills developed, students will embark on writing their own newspaper reports about the ‘Great Fire of London’, synthesizing their knowledge and creativity to produce compelling historical accounts. This ‘Great Fire of London’ Writing Unit is an exceptional resource for educators seeking to bring history to life in their classrooms. It not only enhances students’ writing abilities but also deepens their understanding of one of the most significant events in London’s history. Engage your students with this dynamic and educational unit today!

English - Persuasive Letter Year 4/5 - Persuasive Letter - 1 week unit. In this 1 week unit your class will write a persuasive letter to Horrid Henry about the benefits of reading. Lesson LO’s: Main Learning Outcomes: (This should be progressive but each stage can be revisited in the teaching cycle.) Familiarisation with text: I am learning to understand the purpose and styles of a persuasive text Analysing Text, language features and organisation: I am learning to understand the language and structural features of a persuasive text Capturing ideas: I am learning to role-play, plan, orally rehearse a persuasive text Demonstration/Shared/Supported/Joint Construction Writing: I am learning to jointly construct a persuasive text End of topic (Big Writing) I can write a persuasive text independently This unit pack includes interactive whiteboard slides, detailed lesson plans, and daily differentiated activities to support your class.

Here is a sales description for your “All About Plants” playscript: Bring Plant Science to Life with “All About Plants” - A KS2 Class Assembly Script! Are you searching for an engaging, educational, and easy-to-stage class assembly script for your Key Stage 2 pupils? Look no further! “All About Plants” is a delightful and comprehensive playscript designed to captivate your students and audience while perfectly aligning with KS2 science curriculum objectives on plants. This complete package saves you valuable preparation time. It features 30 unique character roles, ensuring every child in your class gets an individual speaking part and feels fully involved in the performance. Watch them blossom as they embody everything from tiny seeds and hardworking roots to busy bees and knowledgeable scientists! The 20-minute script covers essential plant topics in a fun and accessible way, including germination , the functions of different plant parts , photosynthesis , pollination , and water transport. It includes: Clear Stage Directions: Easy to follow for both teachers and students. Manageable Props List: Using simple, readily available items. Engaging Science Experiment: A visual demonstration of water transport using celery and coloured water, with clear instructions.   Catchy Song: Reinforces learning about plant needs Written specifically for a KS2 reading level, “All About Plants” makes complex science concepts understandable and memorable through interactive performance. It’s the perfect way for your class to showcase their learning about the incredible world of plants in an assembly that’s both fun and informative. Download “All About Plants” today and watch your students’ understanding grow!

Repeating patterns, or sequences that recur in a predictable manner, are fundamental to understanding mathematical concepts and are also found extensively in nature and design. Our worksheet is thoughtfully crafted to help students recognize, extend, and create their own repeating patterns, fostering both analytical and creative thinking skills. This engaging worksheet is filled with a variety of exercises that challenge students to identify and continue sequences using shapes, colors, numbers, and letters. It’s an excellent way for learners to grasp the concept of repetition and predictability in sequences. Teachers can utilize this worksheet to: Build Foundational Math Skills: Use the worksheet to teach core math concepts such as sequencing, order, and prediction, which are vital for understanding more complex mathematical ideas. Art Integration: Connect math with art by highlighting the presence of repeating patterns in various artworks and encouraging students to create their own patterned designs. Interactive Learning Stations: Set up stations where students rotate to practice different types of repeating patterns, promoting engagement through hands-on learning. Group Work: Encourage collaboration by having students work in pairs or small groups to complete the worksheet, allowing them to discuss and discover patterns together. Critical Thinking Development: Challenge students to not only continue given patterns but also to explain the reasoning behind the repetitions, enhancing their critical thinking skills. Real-World Connections: Discuss the importance of patterns in everyday life, from rhythms in music to cycles in nature, and have students draw or describe patterns they encounter outside the classroom. The “Repeating Patterns Worksheet” is an invaluable tool for any teacher looking to enrich their students’ understanding of patterns. It’s suitable for a range of learning levels and can be easily integrated into your existing curriculum. By incorporating this worksheet into your teaching, you’ll provide a fun and educational experience that will help students see the beauty and logic of patterns in the world around them. Secure your copy today and watch as your students develop a pattern of success in their learning journey!

Year 4 - Computing - E-safety This 5 Week plan focuses on E-safety, a core issue highlighted in our current National Curriculum. Objective: Use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly; recognise acceptable/unacceptable behaviour; identify a range of ways to report concerns about content and contact. LO: I can understand how to keep myself safe when using technology LO: I can understand how to keep myself safe when using technology LO: I can use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly

Empower your child to excel in language and critical thinking with our captivating Antonyms Quiz PDF! This thought-provoking quiz is meticulously designed to help young learners recognize, understand, and use antonyms – essential tools for developing a versatile vocabulary and fostering analytical thinking. Our Antonyms Quiz features a diverse array of words and examples that will challenge and expand your child’s vocabulary. By working through this interactive PDF, they’ll become proficient at identifying antonyms, enabling them to think more critically about word choice and meaning in their writing. But there’s more to discover! Our Antonyms Quiz is just one of the many outstanding resources available on the TES website. We invite you to explore our extensive collection of educational materials tailored to various subjects and age groups. Our passion for education shines through in the wealth of tools, tips, and materials we offer, all aimed at helping children unlock their full potential. Seize this opportunity to enhance your child’s vocabulary and critical thinking skills with our Antonyms Quiz. Download it now and watch as they skillfully navigate the world of language, using antonyms to enrich their understanding and expression in writing!