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The greatest stories of all time are true. On this thrilling Walking With Dinosaurs Virtual Field Trip, Grade 3–8 students will meet six iconic dinosaurs emerging from incredible digs. Ready to get started? Send your class directly to the Interactive Map to begin the field trip! Be sure to print and give a copy of the Paleontologist Field Journal to each student. You can also find a full lesson plan and more in our Teacher Guide.
Happy Thanksgiving! Whether you're learning about the holiday in the classroom or looking for a way to keep little hands busy while you make your turkey dinner at home, you're going to want this printable Thanksgiving activity sheet. You can use it as two separate worksheets or tape them together to make a Thanksgiving placemat.
Elementary-aged kids can do a Thanksgiving food word search, write about their family holiday traditions, try their hand at Thanksgiving History True or False?, and write what they're thankful for. They'll also learn fun facts like how the President of the United States pardons a turkey each year. Bonus: the whole thing is a coloring page!
The greatest stories of all time are true. On this thrilling Walking With Dinosaurs Virtual Field Trip, Grade 3–8 students will meet six iconic dinosaurs emerging from incredible digs. Ready to get started? Send your class directly to the Interactive Map to begin the field trip! Be sure to print and give a copy of the Paleontologist Field Journal to each student. You can also find a full lesson plan and more in our Teacher Guide.
Happy Thanksgiving! Whether you're learning about the holiday in the classroom or looking for a way to keep little hands busy while you make your turkey dinner at home, you're going to want this printable Thanksgiving activity sheet. You can use it as two separate worksheets or tape them together to make a Thanksgiving placemat.
Elementary-aged kids can do a Thanksgiving food word search, write about their family holiday traditions, try their hand at Thanksgiving History True or False?, and write what they're thankful for. They'll also learn fun facts like how the President of the United States pardons a turkey each year. Bonus: the whole thing is a coloring page!
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We designed these worksheets for use in grades 3–8. Show one of our many short animal videos, and use the worksheets to get students to synthesize and extend their learning. Students can choose which worksheet to complete based on their interests, or you can assign one that best fits their learning needs.
For the fall season, we've pulled together some of our favorite Bluey printables just for you and your PreK–Grade 2 students! And we've got your covered from Back to School all the way through Halloween. We picked out some great "all about me"-type activities to kick off the year plus spooky arts and crafts for later on. Here's some of what's included:
- New Bestie: Snip, stick, and doodle a new friend for Bingo and Bluey using the included bits 'n' bobs!
- My Family Scrapbook: Fill this journal with loads of lovely stuff!
- Scary Story: Cut out the story cards and paste them in any order to make an epic spooky story!
Want more? We have tons on the site. Just search "Bluey"!
Dive into a world of shapes with the Numberblocks! Perfect for PreK–Grade 2 students, this bundle turns geometry into a playful adventure! From counting sides to a square scavenger hunt, these seven printables transform tricky concepts into fun activities your learners will love. Here's some of what's included:
- Square Meal: Cut out the pictures and paste to make a meal for Four and his friends.
- Rectangle Race: Grab a friend to play this game. Who will finish first?
- Super Shapes: Help the Numberblocks do some grouping and matching!
Want more? We have tons on the site. Just search "Numberblocks"!
We designed these worksheets for use in grades 3–8. Show one of our many short animal videos, and use the worksheets to get students to synthesize and extend their learning. Students can choose which worksheet to complete based on their interests, or you can assign one that best fits their learning needs.
For the fall season, we've pulled together some of our favorite Bluey printables just for you and your PreK–Grade 2 students! And we've got your covered from Back to School all the way through Halloween. We picked out some great "all about me"-type activities to kick off the year plus spooky arts and crafts for later on. Here's some of what's included:
- New Bestie: Snip, stick, and doodle a new friend for Bingo and Bluey using the included bits 'n' bobs!
- My Family Scrapbook: Fill this journal with loads of lovely stuff!
- Scary Story: Cut out the story cards and paste them in any order to make an epic spooky story!
Want more? We have tons on the site. Just search "Bluey"!
Dive into a world of shapes with the Numberblocks! Perfect for PreK–Grade 2 students, this bundle turns geometry into a playful adventure! From counting sides to a square scavenger hunt, these seven printables transform tricky concepts into fun activities your learners will love. Here's some of what's included:
- Square Meal: Cut out the pictures and paste to make a meal for Four and his friends.
- Rectangle Race: Grab a friend to play this game. Who will finish first?
- Super Shapes: Help the Numberblocks do some grouping and matching!
Want more? We have tons on the site. Just search "Numberblocks"!
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From the scorching surface of Mercury to the icy winds of Neptune, this BBC Learning Hub playlist takes you on an awe-inspiring voyage across our celestial neighborhood. Explore the mysteries of alien worlds, witness dramatic planetary weather, uncover the origins of Saturn’s rings, and ponder life on Mars. Whether you're a curious stargazer or a space science enthusiast, these video clips from landmark BBC series like The Planets and Wonders of the Solar System will ignite learner's imagination and deepen your cosmic curiosity.
Experience powerful stories of Native American life — ancient, historical, and modern — in this inspiring playlist from the BBC. Featuring authentic video clips from BBC News reports and acclaimed BBC documentaries, students will experience a vivid, first-hand look at the voices, traditions, and challenges of Indigenous peoples across North America.
They’ll explore the Iroquois Constitution, a foundational document that influenced democracy itself; discover the remarkable cliffside cities at Mesa Verde; and learn how Native communities are leading buffalo restoration efforts that bring both ecological and cultural renewal. Students will also see the beauty of traditional arts like hoop dance and gain perspective on the political and community issues shaping Native life today.
These stories offer an unforgettable window into Indigenous identity, resilience, and connection to the land — helping students better understand both the past and the living cultures that continue to shape our world.
Step into the (very large) footsteps of Earth’s gentle giants. This playlist of eight video clips from BBC programs Planet Earth; Seven Worlds, One Planet; and Animal Babies follows elephants as they search for water, navigate Congo forests, communicate, and rely on the matriarch to stay safe. Learn how elephant families work together, adapt to challenges, and shape their ecosystems. Perfect for sparking curiosity about wildlife and habitats.
From the scorching surface of Mercury to the icy winds of Neptune, this BBC Learning Hub playlist takes you on an awe-inspiring voyage across our celestial neighborhood. Explore the mysteries of alien worlds, witness dramatic planetary weather, uncover the origins of Saturn’s rings, and ponder life on Mars. Whether you're a curious stargazer or a space science enthusiast, these video clips from landmark BBC series like The Planets and Wonders of the Solar System will ignite learner's imagination and deepen your cosmic curiosity.
Experience powerful stories of Native American life — ancient, historical, and modern — in this inspiring playlist from the BBC. Featuring authentic video clips from BBC News reports and acclaimed BBC documentaries, students will experience a vivid, first-hand look at the voices, traditions, and challenges of Indigenous peoples across North America.
They’ll explore the Iroquois Constitution, a foundational document that influenced democracy itself; discover the remarkable cliffside cities at Mesa Verde; and learn how Native communities are leading buffalo restoration efforts that bring both ecological and cultural renewal. Students will also see the beauty of traditional arts like hoop dance and gain perspective on the political and community issues shaping Native life today.
These stories offer an unforgettable window into Indigenous identity, resilience, and connection to the land — helping students better understand both the past and the living cultures that continue to shape our world.
Step into the (very large) footsteps of Earth’s gentle giants. This playlist of eight video clips from BBC programs Planet Earth; Seven Worlds, One Planet; and Animal Babies follows elephants as they search for water, navigate Congo forests, communicate, and rely on the matriarch to stay safe. Learn how elephant families work together, adapt to challenges, and shape their ecosystems. Perfect for sparking curiosity about wildlife and habitats.
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A new play about women’s football is celebrating the resilience of female players and tackling real-life issues in the storyline. The play is also putting on workshops to inspire the next generation of players and help them to consider the sport as a possible career. This video is excerpted from BBC News.
The place of the family pet is called into question. While people consider their pets family members, the law currently considers them property, which means ownership battles sometimes leave animals in contested custody for months. Many are campaigning for better rights for pets. This video is excerpted from BBC News.
Learn how schools are combating student anxiety and the rise in school absences by offering mindfulness tools and strategies. Since the pandemic, there’s been a drop in school attendance nationally, but schools are hoping this support will work. This video is excerpted from BBC News, a high-quality news program that provides impartial, distinctive information to educate and entertain.
To help your students dive deeper into news content, we created this bundle of news story response worksheets. We designed these worksheets to be used with any of our news videos and to keep students focused as they watch and enhance comprehension and retention. (Please note that some worksheet types are better fits for certain content and grade levels). Assign students the same one, mix them up, or let them choose!
News is happening all the time, everywhere. So how do journalists choose what to share? Introduce your students to the processes involved in gathering the news they consume every day. In this lesson, they’ll learn the importance of curiosity in shaping news.
A new play about women’s football is celebrating the resilience of female players and tackling real-life issues in the storyline. The play is also putting on workshops to inspire the next generation of players and help them to consider the sport as a possible career. This video is excerpted from BBC News.
The place of the family pet is called into question. While people consider their pets family members, the law currently considers them property, which means ownership battles sometimes leave animals in contested custody for months. Many are campaigning for better rights for pets. This video is excerpted from BBC News.
Learn how schools are combating student anxiety and the rise in school absences by offering mindfulness tools and strategies. Since the pandemic, there’s been a drop in school attendance nationally, but schools are hoping this support will work. This video is excerpted from BBC News, a high-quality news program that provides impartial, distinctive information to educate and entertain.
To help your students dive deeper into news content, we created this bundle of news story response worksheets. We designed these worksheets to be used with any of our news videos and to keep students focused as they watch and enhance comprehension and retention. (Please note that some worksheet types are better fits for certain content and grade levels). Assign students the same one, mix them up, or let them choose!
News is happening all the time, everywhere. So how do journalists choose what to share? Introduce your students to the processes involved in gathering the news they consume every day. In this lesson, they’ll learn the importance of curiosity in shaping news.
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For the winter season, we've pulled together some of our favorite Bluey printables just for you and yours! And we've got you covered all the way through the winter holidays. We picked out some great shopping- and dining-themed activities to kick off the season plus Santa letters for later on. Here's some of what's included:
- Shopkeeper: First customer to the finish with all their bits 'n' bobs is the winner!
- Restaurant: Everything you need to recreate a fancy meal out!
- My Christmas: Tell Bluey and Bingo how your family celebrates
Want more? We have tons on the site. Just search "Bluey"!
Bring your students on an underwater adventure into the coral reef ecosystem! Whether you're exploring the vast beauty of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia or diving into the rich, biodiverse waters of Indonesia, coral reefs are some of the most vibrant and important ecosystems on Earth.
✨ Perfect for Grades 3–8, here’s what you need to bring ecosystems to life:
- Iconic BBC Videos: Share the clips on this page to introduce the location, plants, animals, and climate of the coral reefs. (Don't miss the tusk fish an octopuses!) Brought to you by world-class BBC programs like Planet Earth, Blue Planet, Animal Babies, and Life.
- Free Printable: Use the Coral Reef Brochure Template to help students pull it all together in an ecosystem report with facts they’ve learned (and a little extra research).
It’s everything you need to make ecosystems easy to teach and truly memorable for your students.
Who doesn't love animal facts? Invite your Grade 3–8 students to watch wildlife videos from the award-winning BBC series Planet Earth, in which Sir David Attenborough takes them up close and personal with incredible animals across awe-inspiring landscapes. Then, they can see how much they learned with one of these 16 engaging quizzes (we're big fans of our guess the image question type!). The videos are linked under each quiz page. Assign one or assign them all!