Words & Music is described as a new generation of music software which not only allows pupils to make music but also to write lyrics.It allows the creation of up to three tracks, for example a single treble, alto, bass or percussion track for simple rhymes, chants, raps, and melodies, or two/three-track compositions for work on harmonies, call and response, rounds, sound effects, layering, etc.
Including captivating interactive Click and Explore tasks and nine exciting activities, this program allows children to work independently, at their own pace while they enjoy bringing this fascinating period of British history to life.
Toy design is Espresso’s first tailor-made module supporting the D&T curriculum for KS2. This unique video-rich resource features school children following a design process and the work of professional designers to make a remote controlled car. French is a series of modules which introduces pupils to French vocabulary in a number of settings.
If you have used either the French modules or the D&T curriculum resource, how were you able to incorporate it into the classroom?
ArtisanCam is an interactive website that gives an insight into the lives of contemporary visual artists. It features one artist per term and is aimed primarily at Key Stage 2 and 3 pupils and their teachers. You can watch artists live from their studios or working on location as they go about their business. Once live watching is finished, their work is captured in a timelapse video which summarises their activities. ArtisanCam aims to be simple and easy to use.
Have you used this resource in the classroom? If so how useful did you are your pupils find it.
The following resources have been shortlisted for the Digital Content (Primary Other) Award
ArtisanCam, in partnership with CLEO (Cumbria & Lancashire Online)
Espresso Primary Service, featuring Toy Design and French, Espresso Education
BBC Magic Grandad: The Great Fire of London, Sherston Publishing Group
Words & Music, Topologika Software Ltd
