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Developing the use of Sketchbooks in Primary Schools
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Developing the use of Sketchbooks in Primary Schools

Becky Cranham

Sketchbooks are so much more than a place to put pencil to paper. When used well, they become powerful learning tools that support progression, spark creativity and give pupils a safe space to explore ideas, reflect on feedback and take risks with their art. But in many primary classrooms, sketchbooks are tucked away or used only sporadically — and that’s a missed opportunity.

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Teaching Writing Through Topics: Inspiring Ideas for KS1 and KS2
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Teaching Writing Through Topics: Inspiring Ideas for KS1 and KS2

Becky Cranham
Christmas Crafts for KS1
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Christmas Crafts for KS1

Emma Shingleton
Four people in an office discussing around a table.
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Designing a Primary School Curriculum

Marie Thornby
Children reading outside
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Fun ways to engage children in reading

Emma Shingleton
Multiplication Methods
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Multiplication Methods

Catherine Lynch
Children in school uniform running towards the camera
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Best Schemes of Work for the Start of Term

Becky Cranham
Spelling Strategies That Really Work
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Spelling Strategies That Really Work

Marie Thornby
A tidy and well organised optimised classroom environment
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Optimise your classroom environment

Becky Cranham
Children learning outdoors
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Take learning outdoors

Marie Thornby
5 Science Week Activities
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5 Science Week Activities

Catherine Lynch
Multi cultural hands raised up
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Decolonising the curriculum - early British history

Marie Thornby