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Free student activities

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Twenty substantial printable activities across language, projects, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Each includes multiple tasks and teacher guidance. Choose a grade band and download without creating an account.
Grades 1–2

Grammar practice

Circle the complete sentences. Add who/what or an action to repair each fragment.

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Grades 9–12

Grammar practice

Revise each sentence for a precise agent and meaning. Do not add unsupported facts.

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Grades 9–12

Project prompt

Define one local aspect of a global issue; avoid claiming one action solves the whole issue.

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Grades 1–2

Mathematics

Number Bonds and Flexible Addition

Use ten-frames, number bonds and written reasoning to compare addition strategies.

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Grades 3–5

Mathematics

Fractions in a School Garden

Represent, compare and justify fractions using a practical garden-planning problem.

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Grades 6–8

Mathematics

Proportional Reasoning in Context

Analyse tables, unit rates and graphs to test proportional claims.

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Grades 9–12

Mathematics

Functions and Evidence from Data

Model a real situation, interpret parameters and evaluate the limits of a conclusion.

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Grades 1–2

Science

Living Things: Observe and Classify

Use observable evidence to classify living and non-living things and explain uncertain cases.

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Grades 3–5

Science

Plan a Fair Plant-Growth Test

Identify variables, build a data table and improve an investigation before it begins.

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Grades 6–8

Science

Energy Flow in an Ecosystem

Read a food-web model, trace energy and predict evidence-based effects of change.

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Grades 9–12

Science

Evaluate an Experimental Claim

Analyse method, data and uncertainty before writing a defensible scientific conclusion.

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Grades 1–2

Social Studies

People and Places in Our Community

Read a simple map, connect community roles to needs and propose an accessible improvement.

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Grades 3–5

Social Studies

Comparing Sources about Local History

Examine two sources for creator, purpose, evidence and unanswered questions.

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Grades 6–8

Social Studies

Cause, Consequence and Civic Choice

Build a causal chain and compare responses to a local public issue.

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Grades 9–12

Social Studies

Primary Sources and Public Policy

Corroborate evidence, recognise limitations and make a measured policy recommendation.

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Free open books

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Browse 140 independently published open books without registering. Preview each title, then visit its source record for the publisher’s available reading and download options.English collection · 140 books

140 books

Original cover or title page — Prealgebra - 2e

Mathematics · OpenStax

Prealgebra - 2e

Foundational / secondary
Original cover or title page — Elementary Algebra

Mathematics · Saylor Foundation

Elementary Algebra

Foundational / secondary
Original cover or title page — Elementary Algebra

Mathematics · OpenStax CNX

Elementary Algebra

Foundational / secondary
Original cover or title page — Elementary Algebra

Mathematics · OpenStax

Elementary Algebra

Foundational / secondary
Original cover or title page — Introductory Algebra

Mathematics · Independent

Introductory Algebra

Secondary / higher education
Original cover or title page — Intermediate Algebra

Mathematics · Saylor Foundation

Intermediate Algebra

Secondary / higher education
Original cover or title page — Intermediate Algebra - 2e

Mathematics · OpenStax

Intermediate Algebra - 2e

Secondary / higher education
Original cover or title page — Algebra and Trigonometry 2e

Mathematics · OpenStax

Algebra and Trigonometry 2e

Secondary / higher education
Original cover or title page — College Algebra - 2e

Mathematics · OpenStax

College Algebra - 2e

Secondary / higher education
Original cover or title page — Precalculus

Mathematics · Stitz Zeager Open Source Mathematics

Precalculus

Advanced secondary / higher education
Original cover or title page — Precalculus: An Investigation of Functions

Mathematics · David Lippman and Melonie Rasmussen

Precalculus: An Investigation of Functions

Advanced secondary / higher education
Original cover or title page — Precalculus

Mathematics · OpenStax

Precalculus

Advanced secondary / higher education

These books are freely available from their publishers. SILK does not sell them or count them toward trial downloads. Availability and download format depend on each source. Many titles suit advanced secondary or higher education.

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014 grade bands · 4 complete lessons

Grammar & Language Structures

Progressive grammar lessons from sentence construction to deliberate control of syntax and academic style.

Designed forLanguage teachers, classroom teachers and learning-support teams
  • Ready-to-adapt lesson plans
  • Guided and independent worksheets
  • Competency checks and answer guidance
024 grade bands · 4 complete lessons

Punctuation & Sentence Fluency

Contextual lessons connecting punctuation to meaning, rhythm, clarity and authorial choice.

Designed forTeachers developing accuracy, fluency and editing independence
  • Explicit mini-lessons
  • Editing and proofreading routines
  • Printable practice and assessments
034 grade bands · 4 complete lessons

Writing Workshop Library

Complete writing sequences from idea generation to drafting, feedback, revision and publication.

Designed forTeachers of narrative, informational, argumentative and academic writing
  • Genre-based lesson sequences
  • Planning frames and model texts
  • Feedback and revision tools
044 grade bands · 4 complete lessons

Reading, Vocabulary & Comprehension

Text-based lessons for vocabulary, inference, analysis, discussion and evidence-supported responses.

Designed forTeachers building fluency, comprehension and disciplinary literacy
  • Short texts and questioning sequences
  • Vocabulary and annotation tools
  • Comprehension worksheets and rubrics
054 grade bands · 4 project plans

Project & Inquiry Ideas

Authentic projects with compelling questions, subject connections, milestones, roles and assessment evidence.

Designed forTeachers planning interdisciplinary and student-centred learning
  • Grade-appropriate project briefs
  • Inquiry and teamwork structures
  • Rubrics and exhibition ideas
064 grade bands · 4 diagnostic sets

Worksheets, Assessment & Competency Checks

Adaptable worksheets and assessments organised by grade, competency, difficulty and evidence type.

Designed forTeachers needing printable practice, diagnostics and evidence of progress
  • Diagnostic and practice worksheets
  • Access, Core and Stretch versions
  • Rubrics, answers and progress trackers

For teachers and schools

Complete Teaching Support from SILK

Free activities introduce the approach. SILK’s complete teacher resources add a full lesson sequence, guided and independent practice, answer guidance and assessment notes. Schools can request a pack aligned to their curriculum and priorities.

Complete teacher lesson packs

Request a coherent set of lessons for a grade band, subject or competency, with the worksheets and teacher guidance needed to teach them.

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Tailored school resources

Discuss a sequence adapted to your curriculum, language of instruction, learner needs and assessment framework.

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International exams

Prepare for the next academic step

Explore the focus of four international examination pathways. SILK can discuss a preparation plan shaped around the learner's starting point, target and timetable. Examination registration and official assessment are handled by the respective exam providers.
Upper-secondary learners

Cambridge IGCSE

Subject-specific preparation begins with the current syllabus and assessment objectives. Identify gaps, practise applying knowledge and review work against the relevant mark criteria.

Preparation focus

  • Subject syllabus and assessment objectives
  • Targeted subject practice
  • Past-paper strategy and feedback
University applicants

SAT

Build a plan for the SAT's Reading and Writing and Math sections, with diagnostic practice, timed work and review of recurring errors.

Preparation focus

  • Reading and Writing
  • Math reasoning and problem solving
  • Timed practice and error analysis
Study, work and mobility

IELTS

Choose the appropriate Academic or General Training test, then develop Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking through purposeful practice.

Preparation focus

  • Academic or General Training route
  • Four language skills
  • Writing and speaking feedback
Academic English applicants

TOEFL iBT

Strengthen English communication across the TOEFL iBT's Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing sections using current official specifications.

Preparation focus

  • Academic reading and listening
  • Structured speaking practice
  • Writing and response feedback

Exam preparation is separate from the five free classroom-resource downloads. SILK Group is not an examination board or an official test centre by virtue of this page.

Professional training modules

Develop practice alongside classroom resources

Explore SILK Group’s six professional-learning pathways. These are paid, facilitated programmes and are not included in the free scholastic-resource trial.
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Classroom & Behaviour Management

Understand behaviour, establish effective routines and create a positive classroom-management plan.

Format5 sessions · adaptable
  1. 1Foundations of a well-managed classroom
  2. 2Understanding behaviour and its causes
  3. 3Positive discipline approaches
  4. 4Routines, transitions and motivation
  5. 5Implementation and review plan
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Differentiated Instruction 3.0

Respond to readiness, interests and learning profiles while maintaining ambitious shared learning goals.

Format15 hours · 5 sessions
  1. 1Foundations of differentiation
  2. 2Student-centred learning
  3. 3Question decrypting
  4. 4Differentiation in practice
  5. 5Differentiated assessment
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Unlocking Dyslexia

Recognise possible signs and adapt teaching, assessment and coordinated learner support.

Format5 sessions · adaptable
  1. 1Understanding dyslexia
  2. 2Assessment and referral
  3. 3Evidence-informed teaching
  4. 4Accessible classroom practice
  5. 5Coordinated learner support
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Active Learning

Design inquiry, dialogue, collaboration, authentic problem-solving and reflective learning.

Format5 sessions · adaptable
  1. 1How active learning works
  2. 2Inquiry and engagement
  3. 3Dialogue and collaboration
  4. 4Authentic problem-solving
  5. 5Reflection and formative response
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Emotional Intelligence

Develop self-awareness, empathy, regulation, resilience and relationship-centred practice.

Format10 hours · 2 days
  1. 1Emotion, attention and learning
  2. 2Self-awareness and regulation
  3. 3Empathy and communication
  4. 4Resilience and change
  5. 5A relationship-centred action plan
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Project-Based Learning: Finnish Model

Build meaningful inquiry projects combining subject knowledge, transferable skills, student voice and assessment.

Format10 hours · 2 connected parts
  1. 1Collaboration as a taught skill
  2. 2From phenomenon to inquiry
  3. 3Project architecture
  4. 4Student voice and facilitation
  5. 5Assessment, exhibition and reflection
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