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Jerusalem: The City That Changed the World – Teaching Resources

Topic: Geography, History, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship, Race & identity

Age Range: 11-14, 14+

Related Book: Jerusalem: The City That Changed the World

A beautifully illustrated adaptation of the classic Jerusalem: A Biography. The capital of two peoples and the shrine of three faiths, the stories of Jerusalem belong to many. Many of history’s most powerful people have shaped Jerusalem over its 3,000-year history, from Cleopatra to Catherine the Great, Ben-Gurion to Arafat, and Napoleon to Churchill. For readers aged 11+.

Themes: Middle East | History | Geography | Religion

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Art School (in a Book) Creativity Pack

Topic: Art, Non-Fiction

Age Range: 7-11

Inspire budding artists with Art School (in a book), a guide to 38 contemporary artists and their key artwork, with engaging prompts to encourage kids to get creative! These resources take inspiration from the book with creative art prompts and activity sheets for children aged 9+

Themes: Art History | Creativity | Art | Activities

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TEN: Children Who Changed the World – Activity Sheets

Topic: History, Non-Fiction

Age Range: 7-11

Related Book: TEN

Discover the ten remarkable Black children who went on to change history with activity sheets centred around their inspirational untold stories.

Themes: Non-Fiction | History | Black History | Untold Stories

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Your Expert Guide: The Periodic Table for Kids – Activity Sheets

Topic: Science

Age Range: 7-11

Related Book: Your Expert Guide: The Periodic Table for Young Scientists

Explore the elements at work in our world and get a clear picture of the Periodic Table’s role in explaining the building blocks of the Universe.

Themes: Science | Chemistry

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Wonders of the Moon – Activity Sheets

Topic: Science

Age Range: 7-11

Related Book: Wonders of the Moon

Find out more about the science of our cosmic companion and the wonder of how we get there.

Themes: Astronomy | Science

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Words From War – Activity Sheets

Topic: History, Non-Fiction

Age Range: 7-11

Find out more about the most pivotal conflicts in our history with activity sheets centred around this moving poetry collection.

Themes: Non-Fiction | Poetry| War | Conflict | History

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Breakthrough – Discussion Questions

Topic: Growing up, Life changes, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship

Age Range: 11-14, 14+

Related Book: Breakthrough

Book Creator: Omar Sharif

The ultimate mindset manual to empower young people to navigate challenges and achieve success, inspired by Omar Sharif’s unforgettable true story.

Themes: Non-Fiction | Mindset Manual | Self Belief | Achieving Potential

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50 Ways into Football – Teaching Notes

Topic: Careers, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship, Sports

Age Range: 11-14, 7-11

Related Book: 50 Ways Into Football

The ultimate playbook to dream jobs on and off the pitch. Inspiring stories from football legends and hidden heroes in the industry for football fans aged 9+

Themes: Careers | Football | Education | Sports

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Drive to Victory Resources

Topic: English, Science, Sports

Age Range: 7-11

Related Book: Drive to Victory

Book Creator: Karun Chandhok

Drive to Victory is the must-have guide for Formula One kids that goes behind the scenes in F1, showcasing the amazing stories, incredible stats and jaw-dropping moments from the fastest sport in the world. These resources include puzzles and activities inspired by the book and can be used in Key Stage 2 classes

Themes: Sport | STEM | Formula One

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How to Ace Your Exams – Revision Planner

Topic: Life changes, Non-Fiction

Age Range: 14+

Related Book: How to Ace Your Exams

Book Creator: Matthew Burton

How to Ace Your Exams is a pioneering revision toolkit to help students. Featuring 25 tips and techniques to boost motivation, improve memory and support mental health. From inspirational headteacher and author of Go Big, Mr Matthew Burton.

Download this revision planner to help teens get started.

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History’s Most Epic Fibs – Quiz PowerPoint

Topic: History, Non-Fiction

Age Range: 7-11

Related Book: History's Most Epic Fibs

Book Creator: Athena Kugblenu

Help kids uncover history’s most fascinating fakeries with History’s Most Epic Fibs! From Marco Polo to Marie Antoinette and colonial myth-busting featuring Cleopatra and Colombus, this hilarious illustrated non-fiction from CBBC’s Horrible Histories writer Athena Kugblenu is guaranteed to intrigue KS2 readers.

Download this fun PowerPoint to see if your class can spot the fibs from the facts.

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