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Unlock the power of news-based learning with free, weekly resources based on stories from First News, the most trusted weekly newspaper for young audiences. Covering oracy, writing and research, all the activities are created by experienced teachers. They’re designed to get children thinking, talking and writing about what really matters to them.

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Head Plans 12-Hour School Day – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Throwing Away Bad Feelings – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Using Tech to Resurrect Extinct Animals – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Thames Pollution Affects Boat Race – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Football Shirt Flag Change Uproar – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Plans For Flying Taxis Unveiled – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Nine Warmest Months in a Row – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Young People Getting Scammed Online – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Are Bake Sales Always the Answer? – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Scientists Invent ‘Meaty’ Space Rice – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Too Obsessed with Taylor? – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Are We All Too Emotional? – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News
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Are Kids Growing Up Too Fast? – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News  
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Child Poverty Rates Soar – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News  
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Measles Cases Soar – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News  
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Do Kids Need More Space? – Topical Tuesdays Activities from First News  
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