Nov. 6, 2023

Remembrance Day or Armistice Day is held on the 11th of November and marks the day that World War 1 ended at 11 am on the 11th day, of the 11th month in 1918. In this blog, we look at a range of themed resources from The Royal British Legion and Purple Mash that you can use in class to learn about this moving topic.

Nov. 1, 2023

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. 25, 2023

Sometimes kids (and adults) need a little help to open up and start talking. The Top 10s book series provides a great opportunity to have conversations with your kids about the things that really interest them. Crafting a topic for a Top 10s book is a great way to get started, and it can be about absolutely anything...

Oct. 24, 2023

Outdoor Classroom Day is a global movement to inspire and celebrate outdoor play and learning at school and at home. The twice-yearly event is a time for teachers to celebrate with a special day outdoors for their class.

There are plenty of outdoor learning activities that you can use to stimulate outdoor exploration and build on learning, come rain or shine...

Oct. 17, 2023

"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!