Learning resources for ages 7-11

Play our collection of animated films in the classroom or at home. Each film breaks down the steps to writing a brilliant story into manageable chunks, from getting started to editing, then improving and finally, reading aloud. You can also make use of the learning resources provided by the official 500 Words partners; World Book Day, Oxford University Press and Pobble. These are interactive booklets that can be used on screens in classrooms or printed to send home with children.

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Inspire your class to write a story they would love to read with our 500 Words 2025 Live Lesson.

500 Words 2025 – Live Lesson

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  • 500 Words 2024 – Live Lesson

    Inspire your class to write a story they would love to read with our 500 Words Live Lesson. With additional downloadable resources for your classroom.

  • Blue Peter Book Club

    Check out some recommended reading from the Blue Peter Book Club.

    Illustration of a girl and boy sat on a yellow chair reading books.

  • BBC Bitesize Dance Mat Typing

    Children can use the BBC Bitesize Dance Mat Typing exercise to practice their typing skills for writing their stories.

    Illustration of a computer kepboard with hands hovering over the keys.

  • Authors Live

    Learn from some of the very best authors, such as Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Abi Elphinstone and Alastair Chisholm, as they share their top story writing secrets from their books.

    Yellow text on a blue background, "AUTHORS LIVE".

Interactive learning resources