Primary teaching resources
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- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
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- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Quentin Blake’s Box of Treasures – Live Lesson
Join us as we explore the world of Quentin Blake's Box of Treasures in this art and literacy Live Lesson.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
How to create a comic
Produced in partnership with Beano and offering primary pupils expert tips and advice on comic creation.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
The Superpower of Looking
Presenters look afresh at well-known works of art and explore how they use the skill of looking in their own lives and careers.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Get Creative
A series of short films for primary schools exploring creativity in real world situations and inspiring creativity in your classroom.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Design Challenge
Six teams of children from schools around the country tackle some difficult design challenges, with help from three talented young engineers.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Online safety
Eight collections mapped to the Education for a Connected World framework set out by the UK Council for Internet Safety.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Safer Internet Day 2025 – Live Lesson
A Live Lesson designed to help young people navigate the online world safely and positively.
- AttributionKS2 PSHE • Ages 7-11
micro:bit - the next gen
The BBC micro:bit – the next gen campaign aims to equip children with digital skills and includes free resources and teacher training that's available to primary schools across the UK.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Cracking Computing
Narrated by comedian and actor Doc Brown, this series of short films explores some of the key topics and terminology for pupils studying primary computing.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Safer Internet Day 2024 – Live Lesson
In this Safer Internet Day 2024 Live Lesson we become digital detectives and explore the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence.
- AttributionKS2 PSHE • Ages 7-11
I Want to Design
In this series of short films the designers pass on their top tips and design know-how to provide children with ideas and inspiration to get creative.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Explain This...
This series of short films for primary schools contains concise explanations of a variety of design and technology topics.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Design Challenge
Six teams of children from schools around the country tackle some difficult design challenges, with help from three talented young engineers.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Dengineers
With the help of expert designers and builders the CBeebies Dengineers team create extraordinary children's dens.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Beyond Bionic
Action adventurer Andy Torbet explores the science behind some of nature’s most highly skilled animals.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Little Red Riding Hood
The story of Little Red Riding Hood told over the course seven fun videos.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Supermovers: KS1 English Collection
Song and movement routines covering grammar rules, prefixes and suffixes, the alphabet and more.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Bringing Books to Life
Celebrity presenters share what they love about their favourite books, with animations that bring the stories to life.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare
This adaptation is faithful to the characters and plot of Shakespeare's original and also references Shakespeare's original language throughout.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Joseph Coelho - Understanding Poetry
Poet Joseph Coelho shows us that poetry is relatable, fun, and can open up new ways of understanding and expressing your emotions and thoughts.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Settlements
Three short videos investigating different settlements - villages, towns, cities and holiday resorts - and the factors governing change of land use.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Biomes
Three videos exploring the six major biomes: rainforests, deserts, savannahs, tundras, woodlands and grasslands.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Comparing Locations (Your World)
Child-led films comparing locations in the UK with contrasting, non-European, locations around the world.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
Oceans and Seas
Three videos exploring the oceans of the world, the key characteristics of fish and other marine wildlife, and considering the threat posed by plastic pollution.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Travel and Transport
This cross-curricular collection of videos follows 8-year-old Rian and his Aunt Maya on a journey around the world using a variety of transportation.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Llio’s story
Llio is a young carer for her father, not having much time for herself. Will Llio decide that she needs help?
Geth’s story
When the football team's captain offers Geth a drink that could improve his performance, he accepts it instantly. Despite the fact that he doesn't like the drink, he keeps buying it to fit in, until everything explodes.
Fleur’s story
The pressure to play football weighs heavy on Fleur's shoulders, and she decides to escape on the tournament day. Should she discuss her feelings with someone?
Deio’s story
After losing his mother, Deio finds it difficult to eat the food that his grandmother prepares for him. Will Deio be able to 'eat the rainbow' and enjoy happy memories of the way his mother used to cook?
Amber’s story
A school trip makes Amber feel worried for many reasons. Will she be able to survive the weekend and reach the top of the wall?
Black British History
A series of short films celebrating the lives of six extraordinary people and their contribution to British history.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
The Great Fire of London
Three short animations exploring The Great Fire of London of 1666 - the causes of The Fire, what happened during The Fire and how the city was rebuilt afterwards.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
World War Two
Using archive video and images, as well as first-person testimony, this series of short films offers a comprehensive overview of World War Two.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Ancient Greece
A collection of short videos exploring Ancient Greek civilisation and including retellings of some well-known Ancient Greek myths.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
The life of Mary Seacole
The story of Mary Seacole's life is told in three short animated films.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Stori Will
Mae Will yn ceisio helpu sefyllfa ariannol ei deulu ac yn penderfynu dwyn arian. A fydd yn difaru gwneud hyn ac yn meddwl am ffyrdd arall o helpu ei rieni?
Stori Tyler
Mae'r peth lleiaf yn gwylltio Tyler ac yn achosi iddo golli ei dymer. A fydd yn gallu dysgu i'w reoli a siarad am ei emosiynau?
Stori Trystan a Macs
Mae Trystan a'i frawd Macs yn cael eu bwlio yn yr ysgol, ond ddim yn dweud wrth unrhyw un. A fyddan nhw'n gadael i'r bwlis gario ymlaen, neu'n penderfynu siarad gyda rhywun?
Stori Tegan
Mae Tegan yn cau ei hun allan o'r byd go iawn, ac yn cael cysur o chwarae gemau cyfrifiadurol yn ei hystafell wely. A fydd hi'n dod o hyd i gryfder i gamu allan o'r byd digidol?
Stori Fleur
Mae'r pwysau i chwarae pêl-droed yn gwasgu ar Fleur ac mae'n penderfynu dianc ar ddiwrnod y twrnamaint. A ddylai hi drafod ei theimladau gyda rhywun?
Measurement and Geometry
Zach and Kayla build their dream 'virtual city' with the help of AI assistant, Ada and maths!
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Supermovers: KS1 Maths Collection
From telling the time to division, these videos are a fun way of teaching your students and getting them active at the same time.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Hypatia's Mathematical Maze
Follow the adventures of Olivia and Hassan as they're challenged with number problems to find their way through Hypatia's mathematical maze.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
A World Without Maths
In this animated series superheroes, Multiplication Boy and Division Girl, are called upon to save confused citizens from their maths-based predicaments!
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
Numberblocks - Live Lesson
In collaboration with the awarding-winning team behind CBeebies’ Numberblocks, this maths Live Lesson explores ways of counting to 100.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Super Movers: Modern Foreign Languages Collection
A collection of Super Movers videos designed to introduce Modern Foreign Languages to your class and get them active.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Virtually There - France
A compilation of short clips and memorable songs for beginners learning French.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
German Grammar
Young German bloggers explain german grammar and its use in everyday situations.
- AttributionKS2/KS3 • Ages 7-14
Virtually There: Spain
A compilation of short, fun films and catchy songs for pupils learning Spanish.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Living in France
A collection of short videos introducing french vocabulary for various activities, sports and exploring the city of Marseilles.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Musical Storyland
Children’s favourite fairy tales and traditional folktales are re-imagined with magical music performed by musicians of the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra.
- AttributionEYFS/KS1 • Ages 3-7
Jack and the Beanstalk
Songs and music activities linking to the traditional story of Jack and the Beanstalk.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse: A Musical for Schools
This musical has been inspired by the book and animated short film adaption of the same name. It makes an ideal musical performance lasting about one hour.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Ten Pieces: Primary resources
Ten Pieces aims to open up the world of classical music with exciting short films, lesson plans, arrangements and more.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
A Midsummer Night's Dream - A Musical for Schools
Take part in this musical adaptation of Shakespeare's play, with a playscript and eight songs to learn.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Avoiding account hacks
The article contains information about ways to avoid online accounts being ‘hacked’ or taken over by someone without permission.
- AttributionOnline safety • Ages 7-11
How to stay safe when setting up gaming profiles
An animated video looking at setting up a personal profile for an online game.
- AttributionOnline safety • Ages 7-11
7 tips to beat cyberbullying
An explanation of what cyber-bullying is, why it happens and what it feels like to be cyber-bullied.
- AttributionOnline safety • Ages 7-11
What is copyright?
Copyright is a legal right that protects the use of your work once your idea has been published.
- AttributionOnline safety • Ages 7-11
Why do people bully?
An animated video with voiceovers from children reading statements about why people might start behaving like a bully.
- AttributionOnline safety • Ages 7-11
Anti-Bullying Week 2024 – Live Lesson
Help Hacker to put on the ultimate sports day where we'll learn how to play fair, work together, and show respect.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Financial education
A series of short videos explaining financial concepts including: how money has changed, wants and needs, spending and saving, credit and debit cards, lending and borrowing, work and money.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
When I Worry About Things
A collection of short animated films that use powerful personal testimony to explore mental health issues from the perspective of young people.
- AttributionKS2/KS3 • Ages 7-14
Moodboosters
Fun curriculum-linked resources to inspire children to get moving for mental health and wellbeing.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
Super Movers: PSHE collection
Enhance the wellbeing of your class with irresistibly catchy songs and easy-to-follow dance routines.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
Let's Move with Naomi and Nigel!
Four video dance sessions presented by Naomi Wilkinson and Nigel Clarke. Topics are Space, Superheroes, Oceans and Great Fire of London.
- AttributionKS1 Dance • Ages 5-7
Moodboosters
Fun curriculum-linked resources to inspire children to get moving for mental health and wellbeing.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
Let's Get Active
Bring Physical Education to life with a range of fun games and activities to get your pupils up and moving.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
Get Active! - Live Lesson
Get your pupils moving, celebrate the fun of physical activity and teach them about the connection between their bodies and their minds.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
Street Dance Masterclass
Judges and dance crews from CBBC's Alesha's Street Dance Stars teach pupils some of their street dance moves.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
Religions of the World
A series of animations exploring the different religions of the world and their well-known stories.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Treasure Champs
A series of films exploring values through stories drawn from religions and worldviews.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Assemblies - Calendar
Deliver assemblies linked to topical events and special days, including BBC video content, songs, time for reflection and opportunity for prayer.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
My Life, My Religion - Islam
12-year-old Kaisan and Naeem and 11-year-old Sara explain the traditions and beliefs of their Muslim faith.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
My Life, My Religion - Hinduism
A series of short films in which children explain the traditions and beliefs of their Hindu faith.
- AttributionKS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
British Science Week 2025 – Space Live Lesson
How do you survive in space? Welcome to astronaut training school with Tim Peake!
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11
The world around us
This series of short films for primary schools contains concise explanations of a variety of science topics.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Minibeasts
Three short films exploring the science KS1 topic of minibeasts, looking at their diverse characteristics and habitats and their extraordinary abilities.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Plants
Three short films exploring plants: identifying plants and categorising them; the parts of a plant; pollination and seed dispersal.
- AttributionKS1 • Ages 5-7
Explorers
This animated series offers an introduction to the lives of five explorers, as well as providing a number of cross-curricular learning opportunities.
- AttributionKS2 • Ages 7-11