A topical PPT with a good mix of activities covering vocabulary (the planets) , a word search (space related TV programmes) and comprehension questions based on a video of the moon landing and a related text.
A fascinating way of tackling this often difficult-to-grasp skill. Very clever! More and more students seem to be using this method which requires multiplication and addition/subtraction.
A a wonderful way to get across the importance of reading questions carefully. Cleverly combines 6 typical, misunderstood L1/2 multiple choice questions with related optical illusions. Makes a great introduction to a revision session.
Set of two resources PowerPoint Straightforward but very useful introduction to computers for preEntry and Entry 1 students. Ideal to use before playing the accompanying bingo game. Bingo Eight different boards. Call out the name of the part (or write on the class whiteboard for a literacy group). First to complete a line wins (use counters to cover, or laminate and cross off with a dry wipe pen).
An overview and guidance for catering students who had to complete a local hospitality provision project – including phoning and interviewing a local chef/manager/owner. Cleverly written like a recipe.
See below for five supporting resources.
A great way to give a start- of-course overview of skills covered in word processing. 16 slides cover formatting and aligning text; copying, cutting and pasting; tabs; bullets; clip art; headers and footers; page layout and more!
A great way show any Skills for Life learner how to play this popular puzzle and makes a good warm up activity. Use to provoke general discussion on logic-steps and how puzzles help to sharpen the mind and increase brain activity!
Level
Entry Level 2
Entry Level 3
Level 1
Level 2
Maths
General numeracy / maths
General
Generic resources for literacy, numeracy and beyond
A super presentation full of useful tips for writing your CV, answering the telephone, taking messages, etc. Use in conjunction with Steve’s CV templates (see below).
