Busy Things Blog – News and resources for the teachers and parents of 3 to 11 year olds

Fairtrade Fortnight takes place between 21st 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.

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Recycle Week is a great opportunity to get children thinking about what happens to the things they throw away, where our materials come from and how small changes can make a difference. In this blog, we explore 7 ideas ideal for the classroom.

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Celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day (19th September) with us! We've some great pirate activities you could incorporate into your day!

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Here are seven activities to spark your pupils' curiosity for coding and help them discover that coding really is for everyone. Great for National Coding Week or any time!

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Back to school time, we know, is very busy but we're here to help. With everything from getting to know your class, understanding your class's strengths and weaknesses to helping you achieve the work-life balance you deserve.

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