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 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 wellbeing resources for schools
We’ve updated and extended our FREE Wellbeing resources ahead of Children’s Mental Health Week (9th-15th February). Find out more here.
Free Reading for Pleasure topical pack for schools
To coincide with the start of the National Year of Reading, we’re delighted to share our Reading for Pleasure topical pack for schools.
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.
The 12 Games of Christmas: Christmas Learning Activities for Children
The Busy Things 12 Games of Christmas! Each day discover a new Christmas-themed activity to spark creativity, boost learning and make December even more magical!
Christmas activities for kids; FREE activity pack
Looking for festive activity ideas to keep the kids happy and entertained this Christmas? You’ll love our FREE Christmas activity pack
National Year of Reading
2026 is the National Year of Reading. In our blog, we explore what it’s all about and the plans unfolding.
Gain better insights with Busy Things’ A.I. Interviews
This blog focuses on our A.I. Interview activities and how they can drive child-led, curiosity-driven learning in your classroom.
5 Ways to Make a Children’s Gift Voucher Interesting!
Gift vouchers: easy, versatile, and genuinely useful… if only they didn’t look so boring under the tree! Don’t worry; with a bit of creativity, you can turn that humble gift certificate into a wow-worthy children’s gift that even Santa would be proud to deliver…