Enjoy a Sensory Story with Busy Things
Sensory stories are fantastic for engagement and inclusivity. In this blog, we focus on our activity “The Chair That Went Wrong” and provide supplementary guidance to help you enrich its sensory elements.
FREE ‘William Shakespeare’ Topical Pack for Schools
Shakespeare Week 2025 is 24th-30th March. In this blog, we look at our new, improved William Shakespeare pack and Interview activity.
5 Fun Activities for Shakespeare Week
Shakespeare Week aim is to celebrate the Bard’s work and make primary school-aged children’s first experience of it a positive one. In this blog, we look at some of Busy Things’ activities you can use during Shakespeare Week.
How to Prepare Your Year 6 Pupils for SATs
From February onwards, every Year 6 teacher’s focus is on the upcoming SATs. In this blog, we look at what preparations should cover!
5 Ways to Improve Pupil Engagement in the Primary School Classroom
Engaged children are focused, motivated and eager to participate. In this blog, we discuss five simple yet powerful tips to boost engagement in your classroom.
Beyond Fancy Dress: Fun World Book Day Activities to Make Reading Come to Life!
World Book Day is about more than just costumes – it’s about making stories feel real and FUN! If you’re looking for easy World Book Day activities that go beyond dressing up, try these fun World Book Day ideas to bring books off the page!
How to Train Your Dragon-Themed Activities for World Book Day!
Our How to train your Dragon themed activities will breathe fire into their imagination and sneak in a bit of learning too!
10 Easy Last-Minute World Book Day Costume Ideas
You don’t need sewing skills or a shopping spree to pull off a brilliant bookish look. Here are 10 easy, last-minute World Book Day costume ideas using things you probably already have at home.
Mindful Activities for Kids Incl. FREE Mindful Colouring
Looking for ways to help your child feel calm after a busy day? Or ideas to encourage focus and self-awareness. We’ve got plenty of practical ideas to support you AND FREE mindful colouring pages!
Building Resilience in Children: A Parent’s Guide (Incl. Free Printables)
Building resilience in children is key to helping them navigate life’s challenges with confidence. In this guide, we’ll explore how to build resilience with simple strategies, practical ideas and free resources!