How to make the most of your school budget for SEND and mainstream pupils
School budgets are under increasing pressure. Balancing what’s needed for SEND and mainstream pupils with what’s affordable seems impossible. Our blog explores.
World Science Day
World Science Day is on 10th November and aims to showcase the role science has in our everyday lives and inspire children to think about the big issues shaping our future.
Bring Ancient Greece to life with Busy Things!
Busy Things has created a rich collection of engaging and educational activities to help you bring Ancient Greece to life in your classroom. Our blog investigates!
Diwali
Diwali is celebrated on 20th October this year. Our blog details what the festival is about and how Busy Things can help you mark the occasion.
7 ways to make spelling fun at home
We’re on a mission to make spelling more fun, playful, creative and competitive… maybe even something your children look forward to! Here’s how…
Help your pupils’ spelling skills soar with Busy Things’ Sky Larks
Love Busy Things’ Miner Birds games? You’ll adore Sky Larks, its new spelling games. Our blog explores what they are and why you’ll love them.
3 stellar lesson ideas for World Space Week
World Space Week runs from 4th-10th October every year. Our blog looks at three different lesson ideas you could include in your planning, along with some free-to-access activities.
FREE Recycle Week pack for schools!
Recycle Week’s aim is to encourage people to recycle more items, more frequently. We created our topical pack to help you share the message.
Celebrating Fairtrade Fortnight with Busy Things
Fairtrade Fortnight takes place between 22nd September and 5th October this year. In our blog, we look at the background to the event and highlight Busy Things’ activities that could support your teaching.
4 cool activities for International Talk Like a Pirate Day
Celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day (19th September) with us! We’ve some great pirate activities you could incorporate into your day!