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Happy 120th birthday, Enid Blyton!
Enid Blyton was born on 11th August, 1897. Here are some eye-popping facts for you on her birthday: * Enid Blyton is believed to have written around 700 books. * According to UNESCO, Enid Blyton is the most translated children's author in the world. * She is...
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How to have an Enid Blyton summer
* Pick up a copy of Summer Holiday Stories * Visit a RHS garden to have plenty of Famous Five themed adventures * Read this Big Issue list of summer things to do * Make ginger beer from a brilliant recipe by Allegra McEvedy * Have lashings of...
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HAVE A FAMOUS FIVE ADVENTURE THIS SUMMER WITH THE RHS!
The Royal Horticultural Society are putting on a whole summer of family fun marking the 75th anniversary of The Famous Five! Activities will include an amazing self-guided trail with a prize at the end, an immersive theatre show, themed crafts, den building,...
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The Famous Five – Upper KS2 – Conveying emotions
In this lesson children will develop their ability to combine voice, body language and facial expressions to convey emotion Download the full lesson plan and resources here
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The Naughtiest Girl – KS2 – Considering viewpoints
In this lesson children will develop their ability to work as part of a group whilst considering and evaluating different viewpoints Download the full lesson plan and resources...
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The Famous Five – Upper KS2 – Discussing Gender Stereotypes
In this Lesson children will develop their ability to consider and discuss points of view through gender stereotypes Download the full lesson plan and resources here
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