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Hear about Banjo from experienced primary teacher and former Ofsted inspector, Lizzie Cotton.
Hello - I'm Banjo!
I travel the world visiting exciting places like the pyramids, the Taj Mahal and the Great Wall of China, sending fun-filled letters to my human friends back home. That’s right, real letters! In the post! Addressed to YOU!
Recently, some teachers asked me to send 3 special letters (and teaching resources) to their classroom, via a thing called DOWNLOAD. They're full of info about the UK, Uganda, Fiji, and the time I got a bit lost in a submarine. I hope you enjoy them!
[Disclaimer: Sometimes Banjo writes his letters with the help of children's authors you may know and love.]
1.
Create some buzz before Banjo writes!
Download a 'Lost Cat' poster for your classroom
World map poster
'Lost Cat' posters (one for your staffroom; one for classrooms and hallways)
How it works
Will my class enjoy this? Try Banjo's intro letter!
(Also, yes. Yes, they will.)
Child's reply paper - 9/10 children will write a reply!
Banjo's reply paper - Collect your class' letters from under your desk, and replace them with a personal message from Banjo!
Filter by country
2.
Banjo's UK letter
Banjo's UK letter, child's reply stationery, teacher's reply stationery, and a colouring-in sheet.
10-60 min activities, over a term
Suitable for EYFS / ages 4-5
Reading and writing for pleasure
Expanding geography knowledge of the UK
Printable
Or download individual UK resources:
Banjo's letter | UK
30 mins
Child reply | UK
30 mins
Teacher reply | UK
30 mins
3.
Banjo's Uganda letter
Banjo's Uganda letter, child's reply stationery, teacher's reply stationery, and a colouring-in sheet.
10-60 min activities, over a term
Suitable for EYFS / ages 4-5
Reading and writing for pleasure
Expanding geography knowledge of the UK
Printable
10-60 min activities, over a term
Suitable for EYFS / ages 4+
Reading and writing for pleasure
Expanding geography knowledge of the world
Printable
Or download individual Uganda resources:
Banjo's letter |
Uganda
30 mins
Child reply | Uganda
30 mins
Teacher reply | Uganda
30 mins
4.
Banjo's Fiji letter
Banjo's Fiji letter, child's reply stationery, teacher's reply stationery, and a colouring-in sheet.
10-60 min activities, over a term
Suitable for EYFS level / ages 4+
Reading and writing for pleasure
Expanding geography knowledge of the world
Printable
Or download individual Fiji resources:
Banjo's letter | Fiji
30 mins
Child rely | Fiji
30 mins
Teacher reply | Fiji
30 mins
Support materials
Background story
Find out why Banjo is travelling the world
Letters from Banjo
Written by children’s author, Sylvia Bishop
Maps
Track Banjo’s journey to learn about the world
Lesson plans
Full of ideas from a primary teacher
Geography vocab
KS1 geography words on one handy sheet
Fun activities
Wordsearches to art challenges... and more
Table materials
Extra info to support independent learning
Reply stationery
Paper and envelopes for writing back
More countries to explore! (Plus, stickers!)
Banjo also has a pre-printed, postal subscription - available for £2 / month
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