Engaging Classroom Takeovers with real Global Stories


Classroom Takeover

Interactive WILD Cover Lessons for KS2—KS4

Real-world case studies on wildlife, cultures, and conservation linked to SDGs — perfect for engaging students about the wider world and honing their critical thinking

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Uncle WILD’s interactive assemblies are packed with real-world stories of wildlife encounters, daring expeditions, and cultural adventures from across the globe.

Perfect for KS2-4 and beyond, students step into the shoes of explorers, scientists, and storytellers as they discover human relationships with the wild world and learn about the careers that exist within it. With powerful visuals, humor, and live Q&A, assemblies spark curiosity, build empathy, and open windows to worlds students may never have imagined. Perfect for whole-school inspiration days, themed weeks, or a one-off adventure talks to supercharge learning.

I’ll cover…

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KS3–4 WILD Class Takeovers

Transform cover lessons into immersive learning experiences. Uncle WILD leads students through real-world case studies, prompting them to analyse global issues in wildlife, people, and places. Critical thinking exercises encourage pupils to evaluate problems, develop solutions, and engage thoughtfully with complex topics. Finally, students explore marketing and communication strategies to advocate for conservation, share stories responsibly, and inspire action. Perfect for enrichment sessions or cover lessons, these takeovers equip students with knowledge, creativity, and a sense of global responsibility.

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KS2 WILD Class Takeovers

Cover lessons become a hands-on adventure into the natural and human world. Students explore topics affecting wildlife, remote places, and indigenous communities, diving deeper into fascinating animals, people, and hidden corners of the world. Lessons are interactive, visually engaging, and designed to spark curiosity, empathy, and a love for discovery — all while keeping content age-appropriate and accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • For the best experience, cover lessons are offered after a school has had an Adventure Assembly. This builds rapport with the students and ensures they are engaged and familiar with Uncle WILD’s style and stories. The assembly sets the stage, making the takeover far more interactive and impactful.

  • Class Takeovers are designed to fit seamlessly into cover lessons while keeping students engaged with real-world case studies, critical thinking, and interactive activities. We suggest contributions in line with the session length, but we’ll provide our Suggested Giving Guide (suggested amounts) and can discuss the best option with you directly.