A selection of teaching ideas for The Polar Express to get you and your class feeling Christmassy.

This article combines learning about poetry with a Christmas craft activity and can even be extended to include a quick and attractive classroom display.

On the off-chance that you’re stumped for a writing activity to squeeze into the window between the school carol service and the staff buffet, we’ve collated a few quick and easy Christmas themed writing opportunities.

A round up of books to read aloud to your class this Christmas.