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Original lesson packs with teaching, practice and checks. These supplement—not replace—a complete curriculum or exam-board specification. Stage labels follow England; adapt for your country and learner.

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Optional, untimed support check—not a test for autism, ADHD or dyslexia. No diagnosis or score. You can skip any question. For assessment, speak with a qualified professional or your school’s learning-support lead.

Visual learning map for Paper bridge investigation: observe, try, then explain. Compare two paper structures using a fair test.
Visual learning map for Paper bridge investigation: observe, try, then explain. Compare two paper structures using a fair test.

KS2 · science · 35 minutes · Investigation

Paper bridge investigation

Compare two paper structures using a fair test.

Visual learning map for A story with two possible endings: observe, try, then explain. Write different endings supported by details in a story.
Visual learning map for A story with two possible endings: observe, try, then explain. Write different endings supported by details in a story.

KS2 · english · 30 minutes · Story

A story with two possible endings

Write different endings supported by details in a story.

Visual learning map for Plan an imaginary picnic budget: observe, try, then explain. Add prices and calculate change within a fixed budget.
Visual learning map for Plan an imaginary picnic budget: observe, try, then explain. Add prices and calculate change within a fixed budget.

KS2 · maths · 30 minutes · Practical

Plan an imaginary picnic budget

Add prices and calculate change within a fixed budget.

Visual learning map for Design a welcoming quiet corner: observe, try, then explain. Revise a design using accessibility needs and feedback.
Visual learning map for Design a welcoming quiet corner: observe, try, then explain. Revise a design using accessibility needs and feedback.

KS3 · art · 35 minutes · Creative

Design a welcoming quiet corner

Revise a design using accessibility needs and feedback.

Visual learning map for What does a plant need?: observe, try, then explain. Identify roots, stem and leaves and describe what plants need.
Visual learning map for What does a plant need?: observe, try, then explain. Identify roots, stem and leaves and describe what plants need.

KS1 · science · 25 minutes · Worked example

What does a plant need?

Identify roots, stem and leaves and describe what plants need.

Visual learning map for Maps, keys and directions: observe, try, then explain. Use a map key and compass directions to describe a route.
Visual learning map for Maps, keys and directions: observe, try, then explain. Use a map key and compass directions to describe a route.

KS2 · geography · 30 minutes · Worked example

Maps, keys and directions

Use a map key and compass directions to describe a route.

Visual learning map for Objects as historical evidence: observe, try, then explain. Separate observation from interpretation when examining an old object.
Visual learning map for Objects as historical evidence: observe, try, then explain. Separate observation from interpretation when examining an old object.

KS2 · history · 30 minutes · Worked example

Objects as historical evidence

Separate observation from interpretation when examining an old object.

A toy robot, a grid and arrow instructions for planning and checking a route.
A toy robot, a grid and arrow instructions for planning and checking a route.

KS1 · computing · 25 minutes · Worked example

Instructions a robot can follow

Create and debug a precise sequence of instructions.

Visual learning map for Steady beat and changing rhythm: observe, try, then explain. Distinguish a steady pulse from a rhythm pattern.
Visual learning map for Steady beat and changing rhythm: observe, try, then explain. Distinguish a steady pulse from a rhythm pattern.

KS1 · music · 20 minutes · Worked example

Steady beat and changing rhythm

Distinguish a steady pulse from a rhythm pattern.

Visual learning map for Observe, sketch and revise: observe, try, then explain. Use shape, line and tone to record an observation.
Visual learning map for Observe, sketch and revise: observe, try, then explain. Use shape, line and tone to record an observation.

KS2 · art · 30 minutes · Worked example

Observe, sketch and revise

Use shape, line and tone to record an observation.

Visual learning map for Movement, rest and body signals: observe, try, then explain. Plan gentle activity and rest while respecting different bodies.
Visual learning map for Movement, rest and body signals: observe, try, then explain. Plan gentle activity and rest while respecting different bodies.

KS2 · pe · 20 minutes · Worked example

Movement, rest and body signals

Plan gentle activity and rest while respecting different bodies.

Visual learning map for Different minds, fair access: observe, try, then explain. Describe processing differences without diagnosing or stereotyping people.
Visual learning map for Different minds, fair access: observe, try, then explain. Describe processing differences without diagnosing or stereotyping people.

KS3 · pshe · 30 minutes · Discussion

Different minds, fair access

Describe processing differences without diagnosing or stereotyping people.

Visual learning map for Sound detectives: observe, try, then explain. Hear the first sound in a spoken word and match it to a letter.
Visual learning map for Sound detectives: observe, try, then explain. Hear the first sound in a spoken word and match it to a letter.

EYFS · english · 15 minutes · Worked example

Sound detectives

Hear the first sound in a spoken word and match it to a letter.

Visual learning map for Make ten, then add: observe, try, then explain. Add within twenty by partitioning one number to make ten.
Visual learning map for Make ten, then add: observe, try, then explain. Add within twenty by partitioning one number to make ten.

KS1 · maths · 25 minutes · Worked example

Make ten, then add

Add within twenty by partitioning one number to make ten.

Visual learning map for Different families, equal kindness: observe, try, then explain. Describe different families without ranking them or assuming someone’s private life.
Visual learning map for Different families, equal kindness: observe, try, then explain. Describe different families without ranking them or assuming someone’s private life.

KS1 · pshe · 20 minutes · Discussion

Different families, equal kindness

Describe different families without ranking them or assuming someone’s private life.

Twenty counters in four equal groups; three groups are blue and one is grey.
Twenty counters in four equal groups; three groups are blue and one is grey.

KS2 · maths · 30 minutes · Worked example

Fractions of an amount

Find a fraction of a quantity using equal groups.

Water cycle illustration showing sun, clouds, rain and collection.
Water cycle illustration showing sun, clouds, rain and collection.

KS2 · science · 35 minutes · Worked example

Observe the water cycle

Explain evaporation, condensation and precipitation using observations.

A child with an invitation pauses beside a garden gate on a wet path.
A child with an invitation pauses beside a garden gate on a wet path.

KS2 · english · 30 minutes · Worked example

Read, infer, give evidence

Distinguish what a text states from an inference supported by a quotation.

Visual learning map for Identity, pronouns and respectful disagreement: observe, try, then explain. Distinguish gender, attraction and sex characteristics and practise respectful language.
Visual learning map for Identity, pronouns and respectful disagreement: observe, try, then explain. Distinguish gender, attraction and sex characteristics and practise respectful language.

KS3 · pshe · 35 minutes · Discussion

Identity, pronouns and respectful disagreement

Distinguish gender, attraction and sex characteristics and practise respectful language.

Visual learning map for Check a claim before sharing: observe, try, then explain. Evaluate author, evidence, date and context of an online claim.
Visual learning map for Check a claim before sharing: observe, try, then explain. Evaluate author, evidence, date and context of an online claim.

KS3 · computing · 30 minutes · Worked example

Check a claim before sharing

Evaluate author, evidence, date and context of an online claim.

Visual learning map for Equations as balanced scales: observe, try, then explain. Solve a two-step linear equation and check by substitution.
Visual learning map for Equations as balanced scales: observe, try, then explain. Solve a two-step linear equation and check by substitution.

KS3 · maths · 35 minutes · Worked example

Equations as balanced scales

Solve a two-step linear equation and check by substitution.

Visual learning map for Percentage change and misleading discounts: observe, try, then explain. Calculate percentage increase and decrease and distinguish reverse changes.
Visual learning map for Percentage change and misleading discounts: observe, try, then explain. Calculate percentage increase and decrease and distinguish reverse changes.

KS4 · maths · 40 minutes · Worked example

Percentage change and misleading discounts

Calculate percentage increase and decrease and distinguish reverse changes.

Visual learning map for Design a fair investigation: observe, try, then explain. Identify independent, dependent and control variables and limitations.
Visual learning map for Design a fair investigation: observe, try, then explain. Identify independent, dependent and control variables and limitations.

KS4 · science · 40 minutes · Worked example

Design a fair investigation

Identify independent, dependent and control variables and limitations.

Visual learning map for Respond safely to harassment: observe, try, then explain. Choose a safe bystander response without escalating danger or outing someone.
Visual learning map for Respond safely to harassment: observe, try, then explain. Choose a safe bystander response without escalating danger or outing someone.

KS3 · pshe · 30 minutes · Discussion

Respond safely to harassment

Choose a safe bystander response without escalating danger or outing someone.

Learning needs & access

Reading and dyslexia

Offer read-aloud and plain-language text, break instructions into short steps, use a clear readable typeface and avoid judging subject knowledge only through spelling.

Attention and ADHD

Agree short work periods and movement breaks; show one task at a time; allow reminders and a low-distraction workspace without punishment for needing support.

Autism and sensory needs

Provide a predictable plan, literal instructions, sensory breaks and alternatives to group work. Never force eye contact or disclosure.

Hearing or sight access

Videos need captions or a transcript; pictures need descriptions. Offer large print, keyboard access and spoken or tactile alternatives as appropriate.

Language and communication

Use bilingual vocabulary, pictures and extra processing time; accept pointing, typing or speech. A different home language is a strength.

Anxiety and trauma

Offer choice, predictable routines and permission to pause. Use fictional scenarios; never require learners to share personal histories or identities.

Course content & requirements

Choose your nation, subject, qualification, exam board and exam year. Check prerequisites, required practicals, assessment objectives and entry arrangements with an exam centre. External resources are not automatically copied or downloadable; their licences and access rules apply.

Oak National Academy

Structured lessons, quizzes and lesson videos. Check licensing before copying media.

BBC Bitesize

Subject and exam-board revision across UK nations; streamed videos need internet.

OpenLearn

Free adult courses; check each course’s licence and prerequisites.

Khan Academy

Maths and science practice; sequences differ from UK exam specifications.

Education Scotland

Curriculum for Excellence resources; England’s key stages are not Scottish stages.

Hwb Wales

Curriculum for Wales guidance and resources.