Knowledge organiser – History Y3: Why did the Romans invade and settle in Britain?

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit History, Year 3, Why did the Romans invade and settle in Britain?

 

This resource is designed to support pupils as they explore the reasons behind the Roman invasion and settlement in Britain, and the legacy it left behind. It introduces key vocabulary such as empire, invasion, and legacy, and highlights significant historical figures and events including Emperor Claudius, Boudicca’s rebellion, and the construction of Hadrian’s Wall. Pupils learn about the structure and strength of the Roman army, key sites such as Vindolanda, and the importance of primary and secondary sources in interpreting the past. A clear timeline supports chronological understanding, making this resource ideal for consolidating historical knowledge and developing enquiry skills through inference and evidence-based thinking.

 

 

Knowledge organiser: Spanish – Dates and birthdays

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the mixed-age unit Spanish, Y3/4 (A), Unit 5: Dates and birthdays.

 

This resource is designed to support pupils as they learn to recognise, say, and write numbers up to 31 in Spanish and apply them in the context of calendar dates and birthdays. It introduces vocabulary for months of the year, ordinal number forms, and how to construct sentences for stating the date and asking or answering questions about birthdays. Illustrated with engaging visuals and bilingual prompts, the resource reinforces essential grammar and cultural conventions—such as lowercase months—and is ideal for consolidating vocabulary and sentence structure around personal information.

 

Knowledge organiser – R&W Y1/2 (A): How did the world begin?

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Religion and worldviews, Y1/2 (A), How did the world begin?

 

This Religion and Worldviews resource is designed to support the pupils as they explore different religious and cultural perspectives on the origins of the world. It introduces key vocabulary such as creation, belief, faith, myth, and tradition, helping the pupils understand how various worldviews explain the beginning of life. The pupils will also learn about creation stories from different religions and how these shape beliefs about the world and humanity.

 

 

Archived Knowledge organiser: What does the census tell us about our local area?

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit ArchivedHistory, Year 6, What does the census tell us about our local area?

 

This resource is designed to help pupils explore how census data provides insights into the lives of people in the past and present. It introduces key vocabulary such as “enumerator”, “inference”, and “head of household”, and explains the purpose and structure of the census. Through sources like birth and death records, newspapers, and maps, pupils investigate how local areas have changed over time. The historical timeline from 1801 to 2021 shows the development of census-taking in Britain, encouraging children to analyse data, draw conclusions, and understand the impact of demographic shifts. This is an ideal tool for building historical enquiry skills and deepening understanding of population studies and local history.

 

Knowledge organiser – R&W Y5/6 (A): Why do Dharmic religions look different around the world?

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Religion and worldviews, Year 5/6 (A), Why do Dharmic religions look different around the world?

 

This resource is designed to support pupils in understanding the diversity within Dharmic religions and how beliefs and practices vary globally. It introduces the concept of religious diversity influenced by regional geography, cultural traditions, personal beliefs, and historical movement of people. The organiser highlights key vocabulary such as “liberation,” “enlightenment,” and “interpretation,” while also exploring symbolic elements like light in festivals and the significance of Hindu deities. It explains how Buddhist practices differ between schools such as Theravada and Mahayana, and how Sikh identity can be expressed through initiation rituals and the five articles of faith. This resource is perfect for deepening understanding of religious diversity and cultural identity across the world.

 

Knowledge organiser: D&T – Y4 Mechanical cars

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Design and technology, Year 4, Option 1: Mechanical cars.

 

This resource supports pupils as they investigate mechanisms and mechanical systems through the construction of model vehicles. It introduces key vocabulary such as mechanism, mechanical system, axle, and prototype, and clearly explains how wheel and axle mechanisms function. Through engaging visuals and exploded diagrams, pupils explore how components like bearings and dowels interact to enable motion. The organiser also demonstrates different prototype designs that incorporate inclined planes or elastic power to generate movement, encouraging experimentation and problem-solving in a real-world context.

 

Knowledge organiser – R&W Y3: What makes us human?

This Knowledge organiser captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Religion and worldviews, Year 3, What makes us human?

 

This resource is designed to support children as they explore the question What makes us human?’ through various religious and non-religious worldviews. It highlights key vocabulary, beliefs and practices, such as the concept of the soul in Christianity and Hinduism, the idea of consciousness in Buddhism and differing views on spirituality.

 

This resource is perfect for consolidating essential knowledge, encouraging thoughtful reflection and an understanding of diverse perspectives on what it means to be human.

 

 

 

 

Knowledge organiser: Computing Y6: Systems and networks: Bletchley Park and the history of computers.

A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 6, Systems and Networks – Bletchley Park and the History of Computers.

 

This resource supports pupils as they delve into the pivotal role of Bletchley Park during World War II and its significance in the evolution of modern computing. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as encryption, ciphers (including Caesar, Pigpen, and Date Shift), brute force hacking, and technological advancements like the Colossus computer. Pupils will explore how secret codes were created and deciphered, the importance of cybersecurity, and the contributions of over 10,000 individuals—many of whom were women—in the field of codebreaking. Ideal for consolidating essential knowledge, this organiser enhances pupils’ understanding of historical computing developments and their lasting impact on today’s digital world.

 

Knowledge organiser: Y2: Family and relationships

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit RSE & PSHE, Year 2, Families and relationships.

 

This resource supports pupils in developing a deeper understanding of emotions, respect, and positive relationships. It introduces key vocabulary such as feelings, love, stereotype, and friendship, and encourages respectful behaviours and emotional awareness. Pupils explore family diversity, ways to recognise emotions through body language, and how to manage difficult experiences such as bereavement or unhappy friendships. It promotes help-seeking behaviours and challenges gender stereotypes, providing a foundation for empathetic social interaction and wellbeing.

 

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