Learning Through Play: Expert Recommended TTS Resources

Written by Alexandra Chiorando & Ruth Lue-Quee In today’s early years and primary classrooms, the value of learning through play is more widely recognised than ever. Far from being “just fun,” play is a powerful educational tool that supports children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. With the right resources, educators can transform everyday play…

BySimone Francis2 days ago0Comments

21st Century Learning Blog STEAM Technology

Why is Coding Important in Primary School

Find out why coding is an important subject to learn and how it can shape the futures of young people. In today’s digital age, coding is increasingly becoming one of the essential skills to learn alongside reading and writing. Teaching coding is not just to prepare children for ‘jobs of the future’ in programming or…

BySimone Francis20 March 20260Comments

21st Century Learning STEAM

5 Innovative Lesson Ideas for Computer Programming

Discover computer programming lesson plan ideas to inspire children to code. Computer programming is not just about logic, creating code and computers. Creativity is also crucial as children must plan, design, and explore solutions to solve problems. This blog explores the importance of creativity in coding and offers five lesson ideas that will hopefully help…

BySimone Francis19 March 20260Comments

Communication and Language

How to Boost Language Development with Open-Ended Resources

Written by TTS Experts In today’s early childhood settings and language classrooms, supporting children’s language development is one of the most important things to consider. While structured lesson plans and targeted instruction are valuable, research and practice increasingly show that open-ended resources play a powerful role in enhancing language skills, especially when used strategically within…

BySimone Francis23 February 20260Comments

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NEW 2026 Trade Catalogue

Our NEW 2026 Trade Catalogue is Online! In continuing to support you as our valued partner, we are delighted to share with you our TTS 2026 Trade Catalogue - The Learning Collection! Expand or refine your range from TTS, or share the catalogue with your customers and help support young learners in 2026 and beyond.…

BySimone Francis19 February 20260Comments

Communication and Language Technology

15 Inspiring Ways to Use ClassCast Audio Broadcasting in your Classroom

Written by TTS Educational Experts Engage your classroom wirelessly with our latest guide on ClassCast ClassCast supports speaking and listening activities inside and outside the classroom. Ideal for communication development, group reading, language learning, and more. Developed by TTS educational experts, ClassCast is a powerful classroom tool that goes far beyond simply playing audio, it…

BySimone Francis19 February 20260Comments

Communication and Language Technology Voice Recording Devices

How Technology Can Support the Stages of Oracy

In this blog Jodie Lopez explores the different stages of Oracy and looks at how technology can support children to develop these skills in the classroom. How Technology Can Support the Stages of Oracy Whenever I used to hear the word ‘oracy’ it was linked to the idea of being a ‘good orator’. Often the…

BySimone Francis7 July 20250Comments

21st Century Learning STEAM

Screen-Free Coding in Schools

The Importance of coding without screens In the digital world we now live in, coding has become an essential skill.  When we think of coding, the first things that often come to mind are computers and screens. However, teaching children to code doesn’t necessarily require these things. We can teach these valuable skills with screen-free options…

BySimone Francis1 July 20250Comments

Mathematics STEAM

Engaging Ways to Teach Number Facts with Eggcellent Maths

Mental maths doesn’t have to be scary or always taught by rote. If you’re looking for fun ways to teach number facts or make mental arithmetic more engaging, then Eggcellent Maths might just be the resource you are looking for. Helping children to become fluent in number facts – such as addition and subtraction number bonds, multiplication…

BySimone Francis11 June 20250Comments

21st Century Learning STEAM

Technology to Support STEAM Lessons

Technology plays a crucial part in STEAM education. Read this blog to explore ways to use technology to support STEAM lessons. Discover how technology can boost creativity and innovation and spark interest in STEAM. What is STEAM? STEAM is an inquiry-based approach to learning, combining Science, Technology, Engineering, The Arts and Mathematics. It encourages pupils…

BySimone Francis9 June 20250Comments

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