Why Is It Important to Have Good Handwriting?
With National Handwriting Day on 23rd January, we explore the benefits of both writing by hand and using a keyboard.
FREE Wellbeing Resources for Schools
We’ve updated and extended our FREE Wellbeing resources ahead of Children’s Mental Health Week (3rd-9th February). Find out more here.
National Storytelling Week
National Storytelling Week runs from 27th January to 4th February this year. In this blog, we explore some of the ways you could celebrate the week with your pupils using Busy Things’ resources.
8 ways to learn about Chinese New Year incl. FREE activity pack!
Here we give you 8 (a lucky Chinese number) ways to learn about Chinese New Year and celebrate the most important event in the Chinese calendar…
12 Year of the Snake Activity Ideas for Chinese New Year
2025 is the Year of the Snake – a symbol of wisdom, creativity, and transformation. 12 fun snake-themed activity ideas to celebrate Chinese New Year (& sneak in a bit of learning too of course)!
FREE Chinese New Year Topical Pack for Schools!
Chinese New Year is the most important event in the traditional Chinese calendar. To find out more about it and join in the celebrations with our activities, download our free topical pack.
FREE Christmas Wordsearch for Kids
Expand your Christmas vocabulary today with a FREE Christmas wordsearch! AND you make your own DIY wordsearches!
FREE Christmas-Themed Shape Activity: Santa Crossing!
FREE Christmas-themed shape activity for kids! Match shapes, explore symmetry & help Santa clear his path ready for Christmas Eve!
World Typing Day: A Day of Reflection
World Typing Day happens every 8th January and is a small yet global event. In this blog, we look at the importance of typing for children today and the lesson plans and activities on Busy Things that can help to develop typing skills.
FREE Pop-Up Christmas Card Template: A Fun, Easy Craft for Kids!
Looking for a fun and easy Christmas craft for kids? Our FREE pop-up Christmas card template will keep them busy amid the Christmas chaos!