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We are celebrating the work of the NHS and the dedication and hard work of all. One of the first pioneers of Nursing was Florence Nightingale who was born on the 12th May 1820, on the 200th anniversary of her birth, the work Florence Nightingale did resonates with us now more than ever. Florences ideas and actions changed nursing forever. In honour and in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, the new hospital built in London was named the Nightingale Hospital. Florence made people realise that nursing is an important job and that hospitals needed to be clean to save lives.  These ideas still save peoples lives today. She was the first woman nurse and first woman to earn the order of merit in 1910

Teach your class about the role of Parliament during UK Parliament Week. Use Purple Mash resources to plan and host debates, research famous politicians and even build models of the Houses of Parliament. Perfect for Primary School pupils wanting to learn more about Parliament!

Created for teacher use, 2Challenge is a great quick-start tool for supporting learning engagement, promoting challenge, inspiring children and getting them thinking. The concept is based on key questions and options presented on cards.

Discover tips for getting children logged in to Purple Mash quickly - essential for saving time in lessons!

The experiences of Covid-19 inspired dramatherapist, Talya Bruck, to publish a series of stories for children. Here is how she did it, and why!