BBC Bitesize for Teachers

“His stories are timeless. His words still speak to us. They shape how we see ourselves and how we understand others.” Did you know 23 April is recognised as William Shakespeare’s birthday? Explore a beautiful new Shakespeare Day assembly framework here: bbc.in/48fgBc8

Primary school teachers! Today’s Earth Day Live Lesson will be live and online from 9am. Take part with your class and catch up any time afterwards here: bit.ly/4tpBslK #BBCLiveLessons #EarthDay

Studying the Romans? We’ve launched three new catchy songs to consolidate key information about Roman society, the army, and Boudicca’s revolt against Roman occupation. Join in with the vocal or backing track versions: bbc.in/4lLp6RS

Join Megan, Ade and Hacker T. Dog this Wednesday 22 April for a new Live Lesson on Earth Day 2026. Download the teaching guide and printable mission packs here: bbc.in/4sLoSvP #BBCLiveLessons #EarthDay2026 #ClimateChange

Just launched! Three classroom films celebrating the work of black British music makers from 1900 to the present day. Enjoy the new free resources for secondary schools here: bbc.in/40FfpKY These videos have been produced in collaboration with V&A East Museum.

Deaf Awareness Week is held annually in the first week of May. Our new primary school assembly will help your students understand and honour how deaf children communicate in lots of different ways: bbc.in/4enAjpN

Have comics helped your class become confident readers? Here’s everything they need to enjoy creating a Beano-inspired comic of their own: bbc.in/4uMHFsR

Whether you’re back to school or still in holiday mode, help get your kids moving, grooving, and feeling good with our lively series of interactive videos that brings fun and energy into your day! bbc.in/3P9ZHFh #Moodboosters

🔔 DON’T MISS! A new Live Lesson on Earth Day 2026, packed with interactive activities and ideas to get your class thinking about climate change. 11:00 on CBBC and iPlayer, 9:00 here: bbc.in/4sxHTSu

Mental Health Awareness Week is 11-17 May in 2026. This collection of five short animated films use personal testimonies from young people to explore mental health issues from their perspective. Suitable for KS2 and 3, and 2nd Level in Scotland. bbc.in/3NIvZqm

Spring is in the air! Tap the link for three videos which explore and contrast the six major biomes of Earth. Discover the climate, plants and animals that characterise them with your students 🌎 bbc.in/4sesmaJ

Did you know you can sign your school up to the TCS Mini London Marathon? 🏃 Ambassador Joe Wicks @thebodycoach has all the info 👇 #LondonMarathon #TCSMiniLondonMarathon @BBCSport

Wishing you all a restful Easter break 🐣

It’s nearly Easter! Find videos, assemblies and audio stories to support classroom learning here 👉 bbc.in/4lnVVE9

Passover begins today - support your classroom learning with these assembly plans 👉 bbc.in/414scXj

It’s one week until Easter! 🐣 You can find plenty of KS1 and KS2 resources to support your Easter learning here 👉 bbc.in/4smatXb

Teach your class about Palm Sunday with the help of Dan the Donkey! 🫏👉 bbc.in/4aVOBe7

April marks the start of Passover, and we have lots of resources to support learning around the festival ✡️ Find our assembly plan on Moses and the Exodus here 👉 bbc.in/3MB04ry

It’s not too late to mark Women’s History Month - explore the achievements of some amazing women here 👉 bbc.in/4rQukhi

How will you celebrate #ShakespeareWeek? 📚 We’ve got lots of resources for you to use in your classroom here! 👉 bbc.in/4qZoLvC