Nov. 4, 2024

It’s never too early to start spreading the festive cheer, and that's why we're thrilled to announce that our annual Purple Mash Festive Card Competition is now open. It's time to put on your creative Santa hat and join the fun! Design a festive card about what the festive season means to you using 2Paint a Picture and you could win 50 cards with your design on as well as a £20 voucher and lots more goodies...

Nov. 1, 2024

Each month we will be highlighting a #MashoftheMonth, focusing on a tool or application within Purple Mash and how it can be used within the classroom to support learning across the curriculum. During the month, if you share how you have used #MashoftheMonth, you will then be entered into a draw to win a 2Simple Goody Bag! This month it's 2Paint a Picture.

Oct. 29, 2024

Halloween is just around the corner, and there's no better way to engage your students than by incorporating some ghoulishly fun classroom activities and resources. Purple Mash offers a terror trove of Halloween-themed content that's both entertaining and educational. In this blog post, we'll explore some spooktacular classroom activities and resources on Purple Mash that will have your students eagerly awaiting the witching hour.

Oct. 29, 2024

Every year, thousands of schools, nurseries, colleges, community groups and organisations work together during the UK's biggest road safety event, raising awareness about road safety and helping save lives. Road Safety Week is the ideal time to run road safety lessons and assemblies or launch a campaign for safer local streets.

Oct. 28, 2024

"Remember, remember the Fifth of November, gunpowder, treason and plot..." Bonfire Night is celebrated on the 5th of November and marks the anniversary of the discovery of a plot organised by Catholic conspirators to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London in 1605. Ahead of the big night, these Purple Mash activities should help you get in the mood. Just remember to stay safe!