Make a summer bucket list to get the most out of the school holidays!
Kick off the holidays by brainstorming a summer bucket list – here’s some ideas & free activity templates to get your started!
Thoughtful end-of-year teacher gift ideas
Looking for thoughtful teacher gift ideas? Here’s 7 meaningful gift options that teachers will really appreciate at the end of term.
A Spanish adventure with Busy Things
Explore Spain and the Spanish language with Busy Things! This blog post is packed with engaging, curriculum-linked, fun activities for primary school pupils – perfect for cultural days or an introduction to Europe.
New science ‘states of matter’ activities!
Busy Things has just launched some Science activities focusing on states of matter. Find out all the details here and play them free!
World Music Day
World Music Day is celebrated on the 21st of June each year. In our blog, we look at ways that you can celebrate it in the classroom and provide some activity suggestions!
Home Learning Fun: How to Train Your Dragon Activities
Our How to train your Dragon themed activities will breathe fire into their imagination and sneak in a bit of learning too!
Fun Ways to Practise Times Tables at Home
How to help with times tables at home – fun game ideas, tips for tackling those tricky facts and ways to build confidence and speed up recall.
Everything You Need to Know About the Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check (MTC)
Here’s everything you need to know about the Multiplication Tables Check – what it involves and how to help your child feel confident and ready! Incl. FREE Times Table Activity Pack.
Looking for an alternative to EducationCity?
EducationCity will no longer be available after 1st August, 2025. In our blog, we explore why Busy Things could be a good alternative.
Everything you need to know about the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check 2025
We’ll explain everything you need to know about the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check 2025 and how you can support your child’s phonics learning at home.