Bett Award and Show Success!
Busythings scooped a Bett Award! We’re ecstatic about the win and delighted to have seen teachers and pupils face to face again at the Show.
Teaching about Ancient Egypt?
Ancient Egypt is a very popular topic in primary schools. In this blog, we discuss how Busy Things can support your teaching of the topic.
Top 10 Fun Easter Activity Ideas!
Get inspiration for fun things to make, play, craft and do during the Easter holidays with our top 10 fun Easter activity ideas!…
Easter Pack for Schools Available Now!
Our Easter pack for schools includes religious and non-religious activities. We cover the story of the crucifixion, as well as having some great easy-to-do ‘makes’ and word fun.
Bett 2022: What to Expect
The Bett Show is back this year (23rd-25th March at ExCeL London) and we’re very excited to be exhibiting on the National Grid for Learning (LGfL) stand (NF31).
How to Talk to Your Pupils About the Ukrainian Invasion
With the situation in Ukraine escalating, we know many teachers are asking whether to talk to their pupils about the invasion. In our blog, we look at how best to broach the subject and provide some hints and tips.
How to Help Children Enjoy Reading? 10 Simple Steps
You know it’s important but how do you encourage children to love reading? Here’s 10 brilliant ideas to help them to find their inner bookworm!
Growing with British Science Week
British Science Week runs from 11th to 20th March and this year’s theme is ‘growth’. To help you plan the week, and get everyone involved, we’ve collated some of our most relevant science activities for you.
Shakespeare Week: How to Introduce Children to Shakespeare
Shakespeare Week runs from 21st-27th March. Thinking of introducing your class to Shakespeare? Here are our top tips!
Reading for Pleasure: 6 Ways to Inspire It!
Want to inspire your pupils to read for pleasure? Our blog looks at some ideas to instil the elusive lifelong love of reading.