School RE Resources

Zach wants to go home. His new house opposite the churchyard and his tiny village school are nothing like the London life he misses. But when he comes across a confused and lonely gargoyle in the graveyard, Zach finds himself in the middle of a strange, exciting and sometimes terrifying adventure. Can Zach and his friends help Gladstone the Gargoyle to go back to his seat on the church tower before it's too late?

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All the gore and moreSo you think the Bible is boring?Think again!You may know lots of friendly Bible tales about animals, angels and the baby Jesus - but that's only half of the story. This book is full of the blood, guts and miraculous mayhem that the other children's Bible stories are afraid to mention.  Are YOU brave enough for...BEASTLY BIBLE STORIES? WARNING!!! - This book contains man-eating bears, a killer tornado and God's secret weapons!Don't miss other books in this series:Books 1, through 4 - The Tremendous Old TestamentBooks 5, through 8 - The Terrific New Testament These books make a perfect paperback size and will improve children's knowledge of the Bible in a fun way and inspire their own creativity. Similar in style to 'Horrible Histories'.

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Fun Club Piano is our first series of books from the well-known and very popular composer Alan Haughton, and offers appealing, between-the-grades pieces, to play between exams. There's even a real club for puplis to join where they can receive free goodies.Alan Haughton studied piano at the Royal Academy of Music and spent many years in education where he became Deputy Headteacher and Co-ordinator of Music. Having left mainstream teaching, he has become established as a well-known and successful composer of music for the early grades, his music being published by the Associated Board and OUP. Many of his pieces are set for Associated Board exams. Apart from running the Olney Music School, he is also a well-known jazz pianist and classical accompanist.ContentsAbracadabraCeltic danceCreatures of the nightDanger zoneEmerald IsleFish'n chips ragGold nugget boogieHome aloneKing ClownRiffsThe snake charmerThe waltz

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Hinduism for Schools textbook can be used by lay readers as well as students of Short and Full GCSE courses in Hinduism in the United Kingdom. Every chapter has a special section entitled Breadth of Vision that offers deeper insights into religious teachings.

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Here is a fabulous new collection of songs for children - all the favourites are here!They are in child-friendly keys and the accompaniments are easy to play.For the teacher who wishes to keep singing at the heart of their school, this book is a godsend!Contents AA handful of songsA life on the ocean waveA tiny seed was sleepingA whole new worldAbout you nowAct naturallyAlexander's ragtime bandAll about youAll kinds of everythingAll night, all dayAmazing grace!And the green grass grows all aroundBBe our guestBeautiful SundayBelieveBest of friendsBibbidi-bobbidi-booBleeding loveBlowin' in the windBop to the topBorn freeBoss of meBreaking freeBright eyesBuildingBy the rivers of BabylonBye, bye, blackbirdCCamp GranadaCandle on the waterCaterpillar, caterpillarChitty chitty bang bangChocaholicsColours of the windComputer crazyCrocodile rockCruella DeVilDDancing in the moonlightDancing in the streetDedicated follower of fashionDeep in the heart of TexasDing-dong, the witch is dead!Does your chewing gum loseits flavour?Doll on a music boxDon't stop believin'Don't stop movin'Donkey ridingDown by the riversideDowntownDriving in our carEEbony and ivoryEnglish country gardenEverybody wants to be a catEverything is beautifulEverything stops for teaEye of the tigerFFairly odd parentsFather, I place into your handsFeelin' groovyFive, six, seven, eightFootprints in the sandFor he's a jolly good fellowGGood-bye-ee!Grandma's feather bedGreensleevesHHappy days are here againHappy feetHave a nice dayHawaiian rollercoaster rideHeigh hoHenry's happy hourHere comes the sunHey, babyHey, what a wonderful kind of dayHi-diddle-dee-dee, an actor's life for meHigh hopesHomeHound dogHow do you solve a problem likeMaria?II believe I can flyI can see clearly nowI danced in the morningI just can't wait to be kingI love to boogieI was born under a wandering starI'd like to teach the world to singIf I only had a brainI'm lateIn the hairy, scary castleIn the NavyIt's not that easyI've got no stringsJJelly boats and pirate's goldKKeep on runningLLand of the silver birchLean on meLet's danceLife is a wonderful thingLittle April showerMMake someone happyMaybe it's because I'm a LondonerMe and my teddy bearMercyMr Blue SkyMy fantasy football teamNNever smile at a crocodileNew shoesOOctopus's gardenOh, could you tussle with a mussel?On theAtchison,Topeka and the SantaFeOn the sunny side of the streetOnce upon a dreamOne day we built a snowmanOne more step along the world I goOne of those songsOne step closerOne, two, three, fourOur housePPatiencePerfectPirates!Please, Mr PostmanPokemon themePushbike songRRefugeRight, said FredRoller ghosterRule the worldSSam the catScarborough fairScooby dooby doo, where are you?See the daySeventy-six trombonesShake, rattle and rollShineSimple giftsSingSixty-four zoo laneSmileSo long, farewellSplish, splashSuper TrouperSweet gingerbread manSwinging on a starTTake me home, country roadsThank you for the musicThe bare necessitiesThe candy manThe happy wandererThe King Kong konga!The lonely goatherdThe magic travel machineThe mess strikes back!The monster mashThe only way is upThe roseThe seagull's songThe second star to the rightThe shrimp waltzThe tale of Sir Eglamore and the dragonThe tide is highThe ugly bug ballThe unbirthday songThe wonderful thing about TiggersThis ol' houseThose magnificent menThree cheers for Paddington BearThree little birdsThree wheels on my wagonTiger feetTop of the worldUUnder the seaUp, up and awayVValerieWWake up!We like to partyWe're all in this togetherWe're busy doing nothingWe're off to see the wizardWe're riding along on the crest of a waveWhat a feelingWhat the world needs now is loveWhen I see an elephant flyWhen Irish eyes are smilingWhen the going gets toughWhen there was me and youWhen you wish upon a starWhistle while you workWho's afraid of the big, bad wolf?Winnie the PoohWonderful worldWouldn't it be loverly?YYakety yakY.M.C.A.Yo hoYou can flyYou'll be in my heartYour songYou're beautifulYou've got a friend in meYou've got a friend

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It's good news when one or two great new assembly songs come along, but when there are thirty together the time has come to rejoice! Alison Carver, Barry Hart and Val Hawthorne are all well-loved and trusted educational writers who know just what children love to sing about. The book has an excellent subject index and the free backing tracks includes every song. Contents Be my light when darkness is fallingChoices, choisesDon't bottle things upEverybody join inI could climb the Eiffle towerI like red, you like blueIf I had a sond I'd sing itIn this world it's not hard to spotIt's a great, great worldIt's good to prayLet's join hands around the worldlight a candleOh, I love the colour greenOnce there was a donkeyOpen your eyesPeter asked JesusPraise the LordSee the baby in the stableSo good, so kindSome are full of actionThere's a spring on the mountainThis is our schoolWe all need a little kindnessWe bring our prayersWhatever you are doing, try to do your bestWhen I look into the skyWhen raindrops fallWhen the sun is shiningWho is whoYes, the journey of life

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A brief guide to help young people who are given leadership roles.Ideal for children of junior school age.This informative, interactive and accessible guide is packed with advice, scenarios and practical toolkits on communication, running meetings and conflict resolution.An essential training resource for schools and organisations, and an ideal gift for proud parents and grandparents to buy.Downloadable teachers guide available. (See Resources)

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14 fun songs by Ali Dee for singing at key points in the school day, to bring the children together, to focus their attention or to help them achieve a task or celebrate their achievements. Suitable for 4-8 year olds. See Resources Tab for downloads Contents Good morningAre we ready?Ready to learn - NumeracyReady to learn - LiteracyThe lining-up songWalk, don't run!With a whizz of a wandIt's playtimeStop!Crunch!Getting changed for P.E.It's the end of the dayAt the end of the dayI must find my

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Collage your way through the Bible15 Vibrant and exciting craft activities covering popular Bible stories from the Old and New testaments. Hours of creative fun for children while complementing and teaching of Christian religious Education in primary schools, church groups and within the home. See Resources Tab for downloads. Contents 1. Planets Collage2. Creation Piggy Mask3. Noah's Ark Collage4. Lion Collage5. 'Stained Glass' Angel6. Camel Collage7. Water to Wine Collage8. Wheatsheaf Pasta Calendar9. Loaves and Fishes Collage10. Special to God Photo Frame11. Zacchaeus in the Sycamore Tree - Fingerprint Collage12. Jesus is Risen from the Tomb - 3D Collage13. 'Stained Glass' Cross14. Flame and Dove Coasters15. 'Stained Glass' Dove

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Ideal for:School GovernorsSchool HeadsAnyone considering becoming a school governor

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These CDs contain outstanding backing tracks to some of the most popular songs that children just love to sing along to.ContentsDancing QueenKnowing me, knowing youTake a chance on meMamma MiaSuper TrouperI have a dreamThe winner take it allMoney, money, moneyS.O.S.FernandoVoulez VousGimme! Gimme! Gimme!The name of the gameThank you for the musicWaterloo

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This book will be of invaluable help to those teaching the Gospel to children (6 to 10s)Instant Art books contain pages and pages of artwork - all of which is photocopiable. There is an amazing variety of content including worksheets, puzzles, word searches, pictures to colour, crack the codes, mazes, dot-to-dots, models to make, Bible verses to look up and cartoons. Ideal for family services, Sunday schools, midweek clubs, holiday clubs and classroom use.

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The Beastly Bible Stories Ultimate RE Programme provides complete lesson plans for teaching Christianity at Key Stage 2.It is the ideal resource for RE teachers as they respond to recent challenges by schools inspectors to improve the teaching of Christianity in particular. The programme is based on Claire Benton-Evans' hugely popular Beastly Bible Stories series, which shows children that friendly Bible tales about animals, angels and the baby Jesus are only half the story: the Bible is brimming with blood, guts and miraculous mayhem.Includes Downloadable Resources.The Beastly Bible Stories Ultimate RE Programme features:• A clear and straightforward focus on specific learning objectives and outcomes.• Complete lesson plans, including a helpful cover sheet with lesson overview and outline, timings and resources list.• The full text of each Beastly Bible Story.• Downloadable with vivid Beastly Bible Stories cartoons in full colour, plus printable resources.• Varied and imaginative curriculum-linked activities.

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20 Bible colouring pictures encompassing popular stories from both the Old and New Testaments for you to photocopy and share with your children.Designed to aid and enhance the telling of Bible stories, a Bible quotation is included with each colouring picture, enabling you to find the stories easily and expand on the quotations referenced. The story can be read whilst the children colour, to initiate discussion and to get the children to reflect on the messages within, helping them to understand God's love for them and to explore their faith.These Bible colouring pictures can be used at home, in church groups, Sunday schools, Messy Church, CafÁ Church and in primary schools to complement the teaching of Christian Religious Education.

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Key Stage 1 - 2The fourth installment in Denis O’Gorman’s hugely popular series, this book brings 50 engaging and meaningful acts of collective worship designed specifically for primary schools. Each act of worship features straightforward, relatable stories that resonate with children from all backgrounds - not just Christian - making them perfect for inclusive school settings. With a focus on universal values, moral lessons, and thought-provoking themes, these assemblies are easy to deliver and designed to capture young imaginations while encouraging reflection and discussion. A must-have resource for teachers and school leaders looking to inspire, educate, and bring students together in an engaging and accessible way. Contents A fishy storyAll they could affordAlways read the small printAs much as you wantBoco at the festivalCacky KennyGo! You've got to go!Going back to DerryveneJust as I promisedLast in the raceLost on the moorMeeting the kingNeat and tidyNo smokingStarving for a dayThe angry bowlerThe charity shopThe crystal glassThe gardener's happy surpriseThe ginger catThe gossipsThe graffitiThe haunted houseThe holiday caravanThe horrible driveThe little cottageThe lonely duck pondThe lonely lady in the parkThe missing car keysThe mouth of truthThe naughty sheepThe nosy sheepThe pickled sandwichesThe pigeons and the sparrowsThe rose gardenThe shanty-town kidsThe skinny boyThe ten-pound noteThe turbanThe turnips and the turkeyThe twinsThe warm welcomeThe wheat fieldThe York-share puddingTrying to earn Dad's praiseUncle Will's forgotten poemsWhat's a body worth?When God said, 'No'When the fence fell downYou can't have everything

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There is an urgent need for better RE teaching in primary schools. Inspectors have challenged schools to improve their teaching of Christianity in particular.The Beastly Bible Stories Ultimate RE Programme provides complete lesson plans for teaching Christianity at Key Stage 2. It is based on Claire Benton-Evans' hugely popular Beastly Bible Stories series, which shows children that friendly Bible tales about animals, angels and the baby Jesus are only half the story: the Bible is brimming with blood, guts and miraculous mayhem.Includes Downloadable ResourcesThe Beastly Bible Stories Ultimate RE Programme features:• A clear and straightforward focus on specific learning objectives and outcomes• Complete lesson plans, including a helpful cover sheet with lesson overview and outline, timings and resources list• The full text of each Beastly Bible Story•CD-ROM with vivid Beastly Bible Stories cartoons in full colour, plus printable resources• Varied and imaginative curriculum-linked activities

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Taking a school assembly is an excellent way of sharing Jesus with children, but it can also be a daunting and scary privilege - especially if you have to prepare the assembly from scratch. The assemblies in this book remove this element of stress. They are short, snappy and to the point and introduce children to Jesus in a fun and relevant way. Each assembly has a clearly structured aim, with activities to involve the children in the theme of the assembly. There is appropriate application of the assembly to the Christian faith, including a prayer and suggestions for songs. Every assembly in the book has been tried and tested in a school and is open to adaptation or development to suit the needs of your audience. Suitable for Key Stage 2-3

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Here's a real gift - 100 entirely new tuneful and fun songs for assembly and classroom use by leading writers, all with long-established reputations.In addition to this book there is an 8-CD package with both full vocals and backing tracks only, plus a full music book for the children - https://www.kevinmayhew.com/products/sing-the-day-through-book-onlyThe songs have been written to match over fifty keywords in the RE curriculum and many of those in the Primary curriculum.There are extensive indexes to make the choice of song as easy as possible.

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Here's a real gift - 100 entirely new tuneful and fun songs for assembly and classroom use by leading writers, all with long-established reputations.In addition to this book there is an 8-CD package with both full vocals and backing tracks only, plus a words book for the children - https://www.kevinmayhew.com/products/sing-the-day-through-words-book-onlyThe songs have been written to match over fifty keywords in the RE curriculum and many of those in the Primary curriculum.There are extensive indexes to make the choice of song as easy as possible.

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Meet Professor Huntley's robot teachers. When teacher's away they come to the rescue to make sure lessons go ahead - but with mixed results. This set of six assemblies provides a fun way to cover important areas of the KS1 curriculum, with links to PSHE and Citizenship, and Science.

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Key Stage 2This collection contains 50 ready-made assemblies from prolific children's author Michael Forster. Everything you need for a lively and interesting session, including group preparation, lively Bible stories, photo-copyable dramas, prayers in an appropriate style, suggestions for songs - including some new ones to learn.

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