Walk to School Week
Walk to School Week takes place between the 20th and 24th May this year. Run by Living Streets, which champions walking, it aims to raise awareness of how important walking to school is.
Key Stage 2 History: Teaching about the Romans
The Roman Empire was a fascinating civilisation, that quite rightly features within the Key Stage 2 history curriculum. In our blog, we look at some of comprehensive and well-researched activities on Busy Things that support the topic area.
Easter Activities for Children – FREE Easter Egg Hunt Printable
Say goodbye to chocolate overload and hello to our ready-made FREE Easter egg hunt printable!
Why Early Years Music Activities Are So Important
In this blog, we look at research regarding music and its impact on children’s early years, and highlight some of our activities.
British Science Week 2024: Time
British Science Week 2024 (8-17 March) celebrates science, technology, engineering and maths and has the theme ‘Time’. In this blog, we look at what you could cover as part of this, and highlight Busy Things’ activities that fit well.
World Book Day and Reading for Pleasure
World Book Day is 7th March this year. A day to instil good practices and promote reading for pleasure over the long term. Our blog looks at how Busy Things can help.
Teaching Geometry: The Properties Of Shapes
‘Geometry – properties of shapes’ is covered in every year of primary school. In this post, we look at the Busy Things activities which can support learning in this area.
Ever thought your child’s reading book was too easy? Here’s why you might want to reconsider before pushing for a harder one.
Our teaching expert gives us insight into what teachers wish parents understood more. Her answer might surprise you….
Teaching Grammar with Busy Things
Grammar is a key element of the National Curriculum for Literacy. In this blog, we highlight some of the key areas from ks1 and ks2 and give you a free activity to play so you can see how we address them.
20 Festive Family Christmas Party Ideas!
Planning a family Christmas party? We have collated a sleigh-full of the best Christmas family party ideas just for you!