Practical teaching strategies and adaptable lesson ideas designed to meet the diverse needs of all learners. This category covers differentiated instruction, multisensory learning, curriculum adaptations, and behaviour support techniques to help educators create engaging, inclusive classrooms.
Whether you’re a teacher, teaching assistant, or SENCO, these resources aim to inspire confidence and creativity in everyday teaching practice.
Easter Sound Story: A Sensory Adventure for Little Learners This simple, joyful Easter sound story is designed to captivate EYFS and PMLD learners with fun rhymes and engaging sound effects. Using a soundboard with recorded sounds helps bring the story to life while supporting sensory and language development. Read the story slowly, play the sound … Read more
World War 2: VE Day Sound Story This VE Day sound story is written in simple, rhyming couplets. It uses clear, easy language to help young learners feel the joy of victory. Use your soundboard to play the matching sound after each couplet. Encourage your learners to join in with actions like saluting, marching, or … Read more
Enhance Vocabulary with Easter Word Lists Easter is a time of joy, renewal, and celebration, bringing with it a rich vocabulary associated with traditions, symbols, and seasonal changes. From short words like “egg” to longer terms like “celebration,” Easter offers plenty of opportunities for language development and festive learning. Below is a collection of Easter-themed … Read more
Teacher Burnout Is Real Every professional, regardless of their job, knows what it’s like to feel burned out, and teachers are no exception. Lack of motivation, decreased effectiveness, fear of missing out due to work overload, and anxiety and depression are just some symptoms of it. About 44% of K-12 teachers, according to statistics from … Read more
Here’s a simple rhyming pirate-themed Sound Story designed for engaging PMLD or calming early years learners. Each verse is accompanied by suggested sounds and sensory effects to enhance the storytelling experience, such as the gentle lapping of waves, the creaking of a ship’s wood, and the distant call of seabirds. We are big pirate fans … Read more
Introduction to The Rainy Day Sound Story Hello storytellers, a sound story is a special, immersive experience designed for SEN learners, helping them explore the world through sound. This story, The Rainy Day, focuses on the learners auditory sense, using simple rhymes, gentle rhythms, and carefully chosen sounds to create a rich and engaging experience. … Read more
A-Z of Disney Characters Learning Activities Using Disney characters to motivate learning in preschool children can transform ordinary activities into magical adventures. These beloved characters can serve as both role models and companions, encouraging children to engage in educational tasks with enthusiasm. By integrating characters like Mickey Mouse, Elsa, or Woody into daily routines, children … Read more
Upthrust Buoyancy: Exploring Forces For Kids Understanding upthrust buoyancy lays an essential foundation for developing scientific thinking in primary education. While these physics concepts might seem advanced, children naturally explore them through their daily interactions with water and floating objects. If we plan our lessons to develop curiosity and offering hands-on experiences, we can effectively … Read more
Nature Word Bank: Building Vocabulary by Word Length Nature has always been a source of inspiration for language and creativity. This curated word bank invites learners, educators, and creative minds to explore words tied to animals, plants, and landscapes—arranged by the number of letters they contain. Whether you’re enhancing vocabulary, sparking imagination in writing, or … Read more
Valentine’s Day Word Bank: Building Vocabulary by Word Length Spark literacy skills with these love-themed word collections that are sure to ignite a passion for learning! Perfect for adorning word walls, enhancing spelling practice, and inspiring creative writing activities across all primary phases. These curated word groups not only progress in complexity but also offer … Read more
Music and Movement in Daily EYFS Routines Music and movement activities are a cornerstone of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) education. They provide a unique way for children to explore the world, express themselves, and develop essential skills. Whether it’s a lively circle time song or a quiet moment of rhythmic clapping, music and movement … Read more
Sensory Story: The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow Transforming the classic song “The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow” from the musical Annie into a sensory story allows children to engage with the lyrics through touch, sound, movement, and visuals. This sensory version brings the song to life, helping young learners connect with its themes of … Read more
Easy Chalk Drawings and Games: Creative Ideas for Teachers and Parents Chalk drawings are a simple yet versatile way to encourage creativity, learning, and fun for children of all ages. Whether in the classroom or at home, chalk art and games can engage kids in imaginative play, help develop fine motor skills, and create lasting … Read more
Creative Ideas for Teaching Colours in the EYFS: Inclusive Strategies for All Learners Teaching colours in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is a joyful and multisensory experience, offering endless opportunities to support inclusion and neurodiversity. For children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), tailored approaches help ensure every learner can participate and thrive. Here are … Read more
Multi Sensory Weather Lessons for Early Years Weather is a captivating subject for young children, offering endless opportunities to explore the natural world. Through a multisensory approach, educators can create hands-on experiences that make abstract ideas like rain, wind, and sunshine more relatable and engaging. In this article, we explore how to teach weather using … Read more
The Hidden Key to Academic Excellence: Why Psychological Safety Matters More Than We Think As I walk through classrooms across Britain, observing thousands of interactions between teachers and pupils, one factor consistently emerges as a predictor of academic success – yet it rarely features in school improvement plans or Ofsted frameworks. That factor is psychological … Read more
Choosing between CELTA and TEFL: Key differences explained CELTA stands for Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (until recently it stood for Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) and TEFL(Teaching English as a Foreign Language) are two of the most recognised qualifications required for teaching English to non-native speakers. However, there … Read more
Objects Starting with H for Classroom Activities If you are working on your alphabet skills and activities a list of objects starting with “H” may be useful. We have devised this list of common H initial sound items and organized it by category. Great for scavenger hunts or show and tell. The only limit is … Read more
Embracing Neurodiversity in Constructive Play When we think about constructive play, images of children building elaborate spaceships with Lego blocks or crafting intricate sandcastles on the beach might come to mind. While these activities represent advanced forms of constructive play, it’s crucial to understand that they are the culmination of years of experimentation, repetition, and … Read more
Explore Objects and Characters Starting with U Exploring words and objects that start with specific letters, such as U, can be an engaging and effective way to enhance learning across various subjects. These letter-focused activities not only improve vocabulary and literacy skills but also leads to curiosity about the world around us. By incorporating U-themed … Read more
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