What's in this section?
Curriculum-linked lesson plans and activities designed to encourage innovation, creativity and problem-solving skills in KS2 students. They also use popular characters to introduce issues around protecting ideas.
Who is it for?
These resources are produced for teachers of KS2 students and are relevant to subjects including Art, ICT, Science and English. But the activities can also be used by inquisitive 7-11 year olds themselves.
Lesson plans and inspiring activities
Discover comprehensive lesson plans, based around popular characters, plus a range of activities designed to inspire invention. There are also competitions with exciting prizes to win.
Cracking Ideas 2021 - Key Stage 2

Age 7-11
Key Stage 2


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Cracking Ideas Lesson Plan 7-11 year olds
Age 7-11
Key Stage 2

The Brief
Energetic and thought-provoking one hour lesson plan that encourages innovation and practical problem-solving. Clearly linked to Design & Technology but relevant to a range of subjects.
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Creating Movie Magic: Primary
Age 7-11
Key Stage 2

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Nancy & the Meerkats Musical Box

Age 7-11
Key Stage 2

The Brief
Nancy & the Meerkats present a range of themed activities, together with lesson plans to support and develop your pupils understanding of copyright, trade marks and importance of respecting intellectual property.
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Shaun's Cracking Ideas Lesson Plan
Age 7-11
Key Stage 2

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