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    Scholastic Literacy Skills (New Edition)

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    Help children become storytellers themselves with traditional stories to read, tell and write.

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    A fresh and imaginative approach to teaching French to primary school children – perfect for the non-specialist.

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    100 Literacy Framework Lessons

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    Writing Guides (New Edition)

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    Creative Activities for Plot, Character and Setting

    Get your children out of their seats and talking about stories.

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    Star Maths Puzzles and Problems

    Perfect resources for using and applying maths in line with the Renewed Framework.

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    Use the clouds as inspiration for activities that investigate the world all around us.

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    Float, soar and zoom through the sky exploring different types of transport with these activities.

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    The sky’s the limit as you use these activities to create fantasy flights.

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    The Apple iPad may be expensive, but Anthony David sees it as the start of a new classroom revolution.

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This month

September 2010

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EECERA Conference, Birmingham

EECERA Conference, Birmingham

The European Early Childhood Education Research Association conference runs until 8th September at Birmingham University. Find out more at www.eecera2010.org

Queen Elizabeth I born

Queen Elizabeth I born

On this date in 1533 Queen Elizabeth I, last of the Tudor monarchs, was born. Her father was King Henry VIII and her mother Anne Boleyn.

International Literacy Day

International Literacy Day

UNESCO’s International Literacy Day reminds countries of the status of literacy and adult learning globally – one in five adults is still not literate while 75 million children are out-of-school.

Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah

The Jewish New Year, when Jewish people greet each other with the Hebrew shana tova meaning a good year. During the afternoon of the first day (or the second day if the first day of Rosh Hashanah falls on the Sabbath) prayers are recited near natural flowing water, and sins are symbolically cast into the water.

Eid-ul-Fitr

Eid-ul-Fitr

The Muslim festival at the end of Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting

Anniversary of terrorist attacks in America

Anniversary of terrorist attacks in America

On this day in 2001, coordinated attacks took place that destroyed the Twin Towers in New York. Discuss the effects of war on children around the world.

Lascaux cave paintings discovered

Lascaux cave paintings discovered

On this day in 1940, a series of paintings were discovered in a cave in Lascaux, France. The paintings were estimated to be 17,000 years old. Take a virtual tour of the cave at www.lascaux.culture.fr then talk about why discoveries like these are so important to historians.

September 2010

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Roald Dahl Day

Roald Dahl Day

Roald Dahl, writer of children’s books, including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was born on this day in 1916. Find out more about Roald Dahl day at www.roalddahlday.info

Closing date for Junior Painter of the Year

Closing date for Junior Painter of the Year

Hurry! Today is the last day for entries to the Junior Painter of the Year competition. Read more.

Sir Alexander Fleming

Sir Alexander Fleming

On this day in 1928, Sir Alexander Fleming noticed a mold, that would later be developed into penicillin, growing in his laboratory. Take a look at our linked activities and resources.

International day for the preservation of the ozone layer

International day for the preservation of the ozone layer

Ask the children to think of one thing that they could do to help protect the environment on International Ozone Day.

Tractor Ted Challenge

Tractor Ted Challenge

Today is the last day to register for the Tractor Ted Challenge, a special Primary Schools event for British Food Fortnight (18th September – 3rd October). This year’s challenge is to make a delicious smoothie. Visit the Love British Food website to find out more.

British Food Fortnight

British Food Fortnight

This celebration runs until 3 October. Visit the British Food Fortnight website for free resources and further details including information on the Tractor Ted Challenge that invites children to create the ultimate smoothie. (All entries receive a FREE DVD.)

International Talk Like a Pirate Day

International Talk Like a Pirate Day

Avast and shiver ye timbers! Why not have a pirate-themed day and raise money for charity talking like a pirate? Find out more at www.yarr.org.uk

September 2010

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Magellan sets out

Magellan sets out

On this day in 1519, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan set sail on an epic sea journey that resulted in the first circumnavigation of the globe. Challenge the children to find out about him and other Tudor explorers.

International Day of Peace

International Day of Peace

The UN established this day in 1981 dedicated to peace. The ‘Peace Bell’, cast from coins donated by the world’s children is rung at UN Headquarters.

World Car Free Day

World Car Free Day

As well as helping out the environment, use this awareness day to encourage children, parents and teachers to be more active, with a ‘walk to school’ pledge. Visit the World Car Free Day website for more information.

Sukkot

Sukkot

The Feast of Tabernacles commemorates the years that the Jews spent in the desert on their way to the Promised Land. Have a look at our Sukkot and Judaism resources.

Festival of Our Lady of Mercy

Festival of Our Lady of Mercy

This Roman Catholic festival is celebrated with parades, fireworks and music in Barcelona, where La Mercè is the city’s patron saint.

Battle of Stamford Bridge

Battle of Stamford Bridge

On this date in 1066 English King Harold Godwinson defeated the invading Viking army of Harald Hardrada.

Sir Francis Drake circumnavigates the world

Sir Francis Drake circumnavigates the world

Sir Francis Drake returned to Plymouth in his ship the Golden Hind, on this date in 1580, having sailed round the world.

September 2010 / October 2010

Monday 27 Tuesday 28 Wednesday 29 Thursday 30 Friday 01 Saturday 02 Sunday 03
Rosetta Stone deciphered

Rosetta Stone deciphered

Create your own Egyptian-style heirogyphs today, to celebrate the date in 1822 when Jean-François Champollion announced that he had deciphered the Rosetta stone. Take a look at our Ancient Egypt resources.

Childcare Expo

Childcare Expo

Visit the Childcare Expo website for details of this event of interest to anyone working in the Early Years sector.

Michaelmas Day

Michaelmas Day

The Christian feast of St Michael, the Archangel is associated with the beginning of autumn in the northern hemisphere.

Penicillin discovered

Penicillin discovered

Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin on this date in 1928, a drug that is used to treat many illnesses.

Jeans for Genes Day

Jeans for Genes Day

Get your school or nursery to wear their jeans and raise funds for children affected by genetic disorders. Sign up now for your free fundraising pack by visiting the Jeans for Genes Day website.

International Day of Non-Violence

International Day of Non-Violence

Set up by the United Nations to disseminate the message of non-violence, through education and public awareness, this day is observed on the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.

International Walk to School Month

International Walk to School Month

Celebrate the many benefits of walking to school, including increased fitness, reduced urban congestion and less air pollution. Find out more at www.walktoschool. org.uk

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