Product reviews for Amazing Assemblies for Primary Schools

Mike Kent's broad experience as a head teacher in primary schools and a thought provoking columnist and writer have given him the skills to produce a book full of practical ideas to promote assemblies at primary schools as more exciting and interesting learning experiences. 

Within the book the author outlines twenty five simple to prepare assemblies which are interactive and cover a wide range of topics. Some of the ideas can be made easily and are ideal for schools of all sizes, out-of-school clubs and Sunday schools. The outlines for activities such as -˜the extraordinary egg shell', -˜the clever coin', -˜the moving coin that doesn't move', and others all capture the enthusiasm of children and promote knowledge and understanding. Success with the basic, easy to prepare ideas will give the teacher confidence to attempt some of the more complex ideas which, as the author points out, require rehearsal before interaction with the children.  

The excellent instructions and descriptions of stages in the process of learning are easy to follow and are supported well by pictures and diagrams.



I would recommend this excellent resource for teachers and leaders at all levels to enthuse groups of children, captivate their imagination, and to promote knowledge and understanding. Above all it will give the -˜leader' ideas to transform the assembly from a -˜boring listening time' to an interactive, interesting, thought provoking and -˜I want to be there' session.