The Writing Framework: What it Means for Teachers

July 17, 2025 -

Explore what the 2024 Government Writing Framework means for you and your primary school. See how Purple Mash can support you with the Writing Framework recommendations from in EYFS to Year 6, including phonics, spelling, handwriting, grammar and composition.

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Explore what the 2024 Government Writing Framework means for you and your primary school. See how …
Egg-citing Easter Activities

April 11, 2025 -

In the lead up to Easter, use our cracking resources to get your children egg-cited about this special time of year.

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In the lead up to Easter, use our cracking resources to get your children egg-cited about …
Get SATs Ready with Purple Mash

March 12, 2025 -

As Year 6 students approach their SATs this term, you'll be wanting to help reinforce key skills in English and Maths so that they can go into the tests feeling their most confident. Explore the comprehensive suite of tools and activities for SATs preparation on Purple Mash to make sure students are well prepared for May.

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As Year 6 students approach their SATs this term, you'll be wanting to help reinforce key …
Interview with an Illustrator: Brett Gowlett

March 4, 2025 -

Find out all about the illustrator of Top 10 Deadliest Animals: Brett Gowlett, who had lots of inspiration from the lists that all our Purple Mash users submitted online!

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Find out all about the illustrator of Top 10 Deadliest Animals: Brett Gowlett, who had lots …
Interview with an Author: Ivor Baddiel

March 3, 2025 -

Find out all about the author of Top 10 Deadliest Animals: Ivor Baddiel (of course, he had help from lots of Purple Mash children who submitted their lists online... but we won't tell him we know that!)

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Find out all about the author of Top 10 Deadliest Animals: Ivor Baddiel (of course, he …