Moving Forward With Phonics
Reception teachers across the nation will be preparing for their first phonics lessons. If that’s you, read on!
Phonics Screening Check Results: What Next? Part 2
Following on from our first blog about phonics screening check results from last week, this blog outlines steps Year 1 teachers might want to take to review their phonics provision.
Phonics Screening Check Results: What Next?
With the Phonics Screening Check pass mark now confirmed, this blog outlines steps Year 1 teachers might take for individuals who did not pass.
The phonics screening check: Are your Year 1 pupils ready?
Teaching phonics is an essential part of improving both reading and language skills for young pupils. With the phonics screening check on the horizon, we know how important it is to find engaging ways to recap the same content. To help you do that, we’ve chosen a few select phonics activities for your pupils to test their skills out on.
5 Fun Activities for Shakespeare Week 2024
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.
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.
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….
How To Train Your Dragon World Book Day Costume – FREE props!
Transform your child into a Viking warrior with our FREE How to train your dragon costume pack!
World Book Day Costume Ideas Incl. FREE Costume Props!
Finding it difficult to choose a favourite book character? We’ve got you covered!
Free Fairy Costume Props for World Book Day!
A fairy-tale ending awaits you this World Book Day with our FREE fairy costume props!