Brainchild: The new book from Purple Mash Publishing

Sept. 12, 2025 -

Introducing a brand-new book from Purple Mash Publishing, written by Ivor Baddiel and Jonny Zucker: Brainchild! It's an exciting book for 10-15 year olds which explores the battle between good and evil, and the limits and ethics of medicine.

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Introducing a brand-new book from Purple Mash Publishing, written by Ivor Baddiel and Jonny Zucker: Brainchild! …
May's Mash of the Month: Maths Tools

May 3, 2023 -

Each month we will be highlighting a #MashoftheMonth, this will focus on a tool or application within Purple Mash and how it can be used within the classroom to support learning across the curriculum. During the month, if you share how you have used #MashoftheMonth, you will then be entered into a draw to win a 2Simple Goody Bag!

Mash of the Month - Maths tools
Each month we will be highlighting a #MashoftheMonth, this will focus on a tool or application …
Activities for Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day)

Feb. 13, 2026 -

Celebrate Shrove Tuesday by exploring the Christian story behind its origins, and introducing the season of Lent, or celebrate with pancake-themed activities from Purple Mash in your classroom.

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Celebrate Shrove Tuesday by exploring the Christian story behind its origins, and introducing the season of …
Classroom Activities for World Space Week

Sept. 18, 2026 -

World Space Week is a UN-declared celebration of space held annually from 4th to 10th October. This year's theme is 'Rocket Revolution'. There are lots of Space resources within Purple Mash, Serial Mash and Python in Pieces that you can use to inspire children throughout the week, to infinity and beyond!

World Space Week
World Space Week is a UN-declared celebration of space held annually from 4th to 10th October. …
Supporting SEND Children and Schools with Evidence Me

Aug. 1, 2024 -

How Evidence Me Supports SEND Pupils and Specialist Schools

A flexible assessment tool that empowers educators in SEND settings

Teachers in specialist settings face a unique set of challenges: capturing meaningful progress, tailoring learning frameworks, and communicating effectively with families. Evidence Me is a flexible SEND assessment tool designed to meet those needs - saving time while improving the quality of your tracking, reporting and planning.

Whether you're working in a PMLD school or an inclusive mainstream classroom, here are the key ways Evidence Me makes a difference.

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How Evidence Me Supports SEND Pupils and Specialist SchoolsA flexible assessment tool that empowers educators in …