Ks2 bitesize

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http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/science/chemical_material_behavioucompounds_mixtures/activity/
For example... the one that used to be here.
Seems like the disappeared a few years ago (flash based)... yet you can play flash games with elmedia player.
games about things like mixing liquids and another about circuits..i tried on flashpoint but i cant seem to find it there

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http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/science/chemical_material_behavioucompounds_mixtures/activity/
For example... the one that used to be here.
Seems like the disappeared a few years ago (flash based)... yet you can play flash games with elmedia player.

I am an experienced primary teacher, previously had outstanding and good.
I have just started a new job teaching KS3 science, really didn't think I'd get the job, I haven't got a science degree and know little beyond KS2 science.
There is no planning in place, no HoD, nobody at school I can turn to. Besides, I feel embarrassed and like an imposter. For the past two weeks I've been looking online for plans, sow, lesson ideas and resources. TES, STEM and Bitesize are keeping my head above water.
My biggest concern is that I'm failing my students.
I feel it's just a matter of time before my lack of subject knowledge is noticed, especially when I need to teach physics. I'm not sleeping, constantly anxious and am avoiding colleagues in case they ask a science question.
The school is lovely, staff are nice with strong leadership. I'd really like to work there, but in another role.
Should I resign?

Once upon a time in a land far, far away we had programmes for schools...
BBC Bitesize is great, but it is just that - bitesize. I’m looking for documentary-type programmes that will help my kids understand the lessons they’re being set.
Geography is pretty easy, but finding something decent on late Georgian life? Not so much. Horrible Histories are always good, but they’re aimed at KS2. My daughter needs to know things like how much sailors got paid, how normal people dressed - not the ladies of the court. Then we’ll be looking at the Edwardians. Not a lot on them, either.
We also need really need science stuff.
I once found a channel on YouTube who showed all the old 1980s primary school tv shows. I couldn’t believe how good they were. The kids learned loads because it made it real for them. Time Team was also really good, but finding the exact episodes out 15 series for the right time in history is a royal pain.
Are there any programmes/websites anyone can recommend? I’ve scoured Netflix and Prime. I’ll buy DVDs if I have too.
Thanks.

Thank you to everyone for your very kind words and support. It has really given me a sense of hope and pride in our community. Thank you for the awards, I certainly wasn't expecting any of that when I started writing this! Thank you to the mods for allowing this post to stay and especially to all of you thus far for their contributions. We will get through this lockdown together (whilst remaining very separated) and be stronger for it.
Firstly, thank you for being so proactive in your child's education. I understand that things are very difficult for everyone right now.
I've been teaching Primary for 10 years or so and currently doing supply work. Well, I was. The school dropped me due to the schools closing. Feel free to reply / message me if you need a hand with anything.
Some resources in no particular order (many of them are free, I have only accessed them as a teacher, they should be fine for parents. Some resources might be worth contacting your school to implement on a larger scale):
Ones that I have used personally:

• Twinkl - many resources, some of them free. Very pretty, many of them are differentiated.
• TES - resources made by teachers. Many of them include lesson plans. Vast majority are free.
• EpicReading - Reading books for kids, library has their own books as well as some more well known ones. I used it myself for remote reading with my classes.
• TeachersPet - similar to Twinkl
• TeachersPayTeachers - similar to TES
• PrimaryResources - similar to TES
• WhiteRoseMaths - Maths resources. Lesson plans, videos, worksheets. The home learning section is really good.
• NumeracyNinjas - Quick maths skills - it is aimed at KS3, but I use it in UKS2 no problem.
• OakNationalAcademy - Entire lessons, resources, teacher made instructional videos. All done, day by day for you. If you are struggling to think of what to teach and when, this is a really good place to start!
• BBCBitesize- similar to the above.
• TeachHandwriting- Great resources to help with handwriting. Worksheets, online videos. Covers most schools type of handwriting - you will need to check which kind of handwriting your school does (should be on the policies section of your schools website).
• Your local library might have online resources available.
• Mindfullness colourings for children are great.
• JoeWicks - did an entire PE series last summer. If you haven't already, it's worth a look. They are about 30 minutes long. I think he might be doing it again this time around...
• MathsFactor - Carol Vorderman's maths. Not used it myself.
• NRICH - Loads of maths games focusing on skills (more than just games)
• TopMarks - similar to the above.
• TheRoyalInstitution - science experiments that you can do at home.
• Scratch- Great, free coding website. Loads of examples. Can be used to simply make a sprite move, all the way to creating entire games.
• Kodu - Fun way to learn coding
• TimesTableRockStars - Lots of schools using this for children to practise their times tables.
• GoNoodle - mindfulness, yoga, PE, educational songs.
• HamiltonTrust - lots of resources for English, Maths, Science. They also have some home learning packs.
• Read Write Inc. Phonics - really effective phonics for children. It is the best scheme for phonics that I have personally used. They are doing daily phonics lessons on their YouTube channel although apparently they are only staying up for 24 hours! There is also some information for parents here - you were most likely taught to read differently, you will need to understand how the children are taught in order to support them.
• JollyPhonics - another scheme which is often used by a lot of schools.
• Kahoot - lots of pre-made free quizzes, you can also create your own. They can be completed by yourself, with people in your household or with the children's friends remotely. Only people with the code can join your quiz, so should be safe.
• Child lead - don't forget - children learn through play. They need time away from their work to play. Playing is still learning. Don't be afraid to not to 'formal' learning and play with them. If they have something they really want to learn about that day, then go for it - it will be so much more powerful and effective when it stems from their own interests - you can easily hit curriculum targets too!

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Links as suggested by others:

• Seneca - KS2, KS3, GCSE & A Levels (not sure I agree with the use of the word "funnest"!)
• FreeCodeCamp - "FreeCodeCamp is used by kids and adults alike to learn web design - HTML, CSS and Javascript. Lessons are broken down into bitesize steps and later challenges, but it's all optional and nothing is locked behind anything else"
• CodeAcademy - Coding for older children.
• PBSKids - Apps for learning about nature, science, engineering, etc...
• CosmicKidsYoga - Yoga which is accessible for younger children. Often based around a theme (Minecraft, Star Wars etc). I've used this before in PE - kids have always enjoyed it.
• CMIT - Huge amount of maths resources from Reception to A-Level.
• MaddieMoate - family science show.
• ReadingEggs - Reading, Maths, games and songs.
• ClassroomSecrets - Range of resources, including home learning and a timetable to stick to.
• PopUK - Not personally used it, but a lot of schools are using it for singing (might not seem important, but singing is often a part of children's daily worship (daily worship is not necessarily religious))
• Letters&Sounds - phonics learning which you can do at home.
• PhonicsBloom - online games to help with phonics.
• PhonicsPlay - Phonics home learning, they have very kindly enabled free access for all of their content.
• ICTGames - Maths and English games - including spelling, writing, phonics
• ProofIndex- maths resources provided by mike_the_tutor
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Important updates / other info:

• BBC from 11th Jan: CBBC are planning a three hour block of Primary programming from 9am - live lessons etc... BBC Two will have learning for Secondary pupils. All will be available on BBC Red Button / iPlayer as well. Hoping that this will be really good, I understand that a lot of people are finding the structure and timetable of a day challenging, this should help!
• For schools: You can request more devices for children who are unable to access learning here.
• There is help available for those with limited internet access.

I've put it as a quick Google Sheets, just in case that makes it easier to find again for you all!
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I'll add to this list as I cast my mind back to anything else that I think is useful, but hopefully these will get you started.