First News Special Editions
We periodically produce special editions of First News based on many topics across the curriculum, from Shakespeare, WW1 and WW2 to the future of space travel and how to spot fake news.
All special editions are available as free digital downloads below.
WWI and WWII Special Editions
Immerse your pupils in history with special editions commemorating WWI and WWII. Journey through a collection of fascinating stories, photographs and reports from WWI and WWII.
Fake News Special Edition
Making Sense of the News supports the teaching of critical literacy and explaining how to fact check articles, while offering an exploration of the history of news reporting.
Space In Focus Special Edition
What is space? How big is it? What causes the seasons to change? What do astronauts eat? Find out everything there is to know about space in this special First News In Focus edition.
The Queen Special Edition
In this special edition learn all about the royal family, as well as an in depth look at the Queen’s childhood, her reign and much more!
Published April 2015
Politics Special Edition
In this special edition learn all about who runs our country, what general elections are and what the different political parties stand for.
Published April 2015
Shakespeare Special Edition
In this special edition learn all about Shakespeare, from early theatre performances of his plays to modern retellings, as well as a look at some of his most famous characters and influences.
Food Special Edition
In this special edition learn all about how to have a balanced diet as well as what food wastage is, where the food we eat comes from and more!
WWI and WWII Special Editions
Immerse your pupils in history with special editions commemorating WWI and WWII. Journey through a collection of fascinating stories, photographs and reports from World War I and II, exploring historic events and discovering more about some of the key players and famous battles.
2019 Year Ahead and 2018 Review Special Editions
Help your class to look forward to 2019 and back on the best bits of 2018 with these special editions.
Fake News Special Edition
Making Sense of the News supports the teaching of critical literacy and explaining how to fact check articles, while offering an exploration of the history of news reporting.
Space In Focus Special Edition
What is space? How big is it? What causes the seasons to change? What do astronauts eat? Find out everything there is to know about space in this special First News In Focus edition.
The Queen Special Edition
In this special edition learn all about the royal family, as well as an in depth look at the Queen’s childhood, her reign and much more!
Published April 2015
Politics Special Edition
In this special edition learn all about who runs our country, what general elections are and what the different political parties stand for.
Published April 2015
Shakespeare Special Edition
In this special edition learn all about Shakespeare, from early theatre performances of his plays to modern retellings, as well as a look at some of his most famous characters and influences.
Food Special Edition
In this special edition learn all about how to have a balanced diet as well as what food wastage is, where the food we eat comes from and more!