Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 06/10/2026I'm predicting that AI is going to kill off the UCAS personal statement. 010
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Minute Cryptic - 6 October, 2026 "Costumier lost three coats and jewellery in the dryer?" (8) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 4 under the community par (59,933 solvers so far). Time: 3m 21s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Minute Cryptic - 5 October, 2026 "Is extremely close to Wordle solve: 🟨🟩🟨🟨🟨" (5) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (195,183 solvers so far). Time: 4s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Minute Cryptic - 29 September, 2026 "Annual migrants head to Germany, then south into, say, Tripoli?" (5) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (64,645 solvers so far). Time: 2m 11s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Reposted by Mark RobertsTes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 28/09/2026When a student gives a wrong answer, what should you say? Research shows that the way a teacher responds is really important, writes @mrenglishteach.bsky.social, who sets out evidence-informed advicetes.comHow should teachers respond to students’ incorrect answers?Students will inevitably give wrong answers during questioning, but what teachers say in response really matters, writes Mark Roberts, who looks to research for advice 021
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Minute Cryptic - 28 September, 2026 "Performances by ‘Inside Out’ cast" (4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (74,870 solvers so far). Time: 1m 15s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Minute Cryptic - 27 September, 2026 "Re: COVID variant - start social distancing?" (7) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (63,095 solvers so far). Time: 9s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Minute Cryptic - 25 September, 2026 "Asks “What in Spain is interrupting siestas?”" (8) ⚪️🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 1 hints – 2 under the community par (62,793 solvers so far). Time: 11m 10s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Minute Cryptic - 24 September, 2026 "The Godfather Part I" (3) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (75,278 solvers so far). Time: 1m 39s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 001
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Minute Cryptic - 18 September, 2026 "Northwest evacuated?" (2,3,4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 4 under the community par (62,543 solvers so far). Time: 2m 37s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Minute Cryptic - 15 September, 2026 "Scramble, scrambled, scrambles" (8) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (72,065 solvers so far). Time: 5m 54s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Minute Cryptic - 10 September, 2026 "Grandpa spent $1000 bringing back hair. Maybe he's lonely?" (6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (126,168 solvers so far). Time: 7s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 08/09/2026I've just been on the BBC World Service, talking about smart phones, AI and literacy in the wake of the PISA results. 45 minutes in, if you're interested: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...bbc.co.ukOutside Source - Israel to shut UK consulate in response to sanctions - BBC SoundsThe move comes after the UK announced sanctions on Israeli settlements in the West Bank 010
Reposted by Mark RobertsJill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 06/09/2026"When drawing up a seating plan, there are many factors to consider. Based on the available research & my own experience, here are my recommendations for arranging pupils in your classroom at the start of term." @mrenglishteach.bsky.social in @tesmagazine.bsky.social: www.tes.com/magazine/tea...tes.comThe 5 golden rules of classroom seating plansShould you seat pupils alphabetically or pair high and low prior attainers? Mark Roberts takes a look at what research tells us about seating plans 132
Reposted by Mark RobertsTes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 02/09/2026There are many factors to consider when it comes to classroom seating plans – from alphabetical ordering to pairing high and low prior attainers. But what is best? Teacher Mark Roberts explorestes.comThe 5 golden rules of classroom seating plansShould you seat pupils alphabetically, or pair high and low prior attainers? Mark Roberts takes a look at what research tells us about seating plans 031
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 29/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 29 August, 2026 "Bible's central motto: turning the other cheek(s)?" (6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (66,600 solvers so far). Time: 4s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 26 August, 2026 "0 = no value, inherently" (4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (88,440 solvers so far). Time: 54s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Read the obituary and it's obvious that Dolly was one of the all-time great Americans. 030
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 23/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 23 August, 2026 "Yo yo-yo yo! Ha!" (4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (174,348 solvers so far). Time: 1m 34s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 22/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 22 August, 2026 "Naked extrovert flings away last piece of underwear and plays Twister" (6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (154,383 solvers so far). Time: 50s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 21 August, 2026 "Give medal to Jan's predecessor and make a speech" (8) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (62,780 solvers so far). Time: 2m 57s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 20/08/2026First GCSE day as a parent. Stressful, innit? 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 20 August, 2026 "Whispered: "See you inside?" Yelled: "8:00 SHARP!"" (5) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (72,778 solvers so far). Time: 6s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 19 August, 2026 "ery nexperiend!" (6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (150,135 solvers so far). Time: 2m 56s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 18 August, 2026 "Newest member of staff knocks over store branch and leaves area?" (6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (90,320 solvers so far). Time: 35s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 17 August, 2026 "Picasso's homeland is portrayed in his paintings" (5) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (77,615 solvers so far). Time: 4s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 16/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 16 August, 2026 "Acid reflux interrupts meal without a care given by doctor" (7) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (151,855 solvers so far). Time: 2m 18s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 15/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 15 August, 2026 "Bank foreclosed after S&P hit bottom" (5) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (51,535 solvers so far). Time: 46s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 14/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 14 August, 2026 "Mike Tyson ear-chewing habit adopted here" (9) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 4 under the community par (64,743 solvers so far). Time: 7s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 13 August, 2026 "Get 33% off any delivery! Link in bio?" (4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (59,000 solvers so far). Time: 2m 16s. www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 11 August, 2026 "Flies buzzing with twice the energy, still focused on just me" (6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (77,658 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 10 August, 2026 "Pentagon covers up touch-and-go situation?" (3) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (89,620 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 09/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 9 August, 2026 "Couple's performance includes dose of Viagra - it's common in the bedroom" (5) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (81,720 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 7 August, 2026 "Difficult to hold onto love with her head elsewhere... she's a keeper" (7) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 3 under the community par (73,495 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 6 August, 2026 "Soulless, gruesome complex!" (6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (71,178 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 05/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 5 August, 2026 "Big fans of bananas eat "boring grapes"" (5,4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (83,343 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 4 August, 2026 "Halfway across Europe, backpacking 500 miles from Nice?" (4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (94,940 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Minute Cryptic - 3 August, 2026 "Nothing in vault where gold should be - it's a bit of a shock" (4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (80,245 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 31/07/2026Minute Cryptic - 31 July, 2026 "Shouting “$&%#!” they crash loudly" (7) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 3 under the community par (88,130 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticMinute Cryptic is a free daily cryptic crossword clue. Solve today's puzzle, learn how cryptic clues work with free guided courses, and build your solving streak. 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Minute Cryptic - 30 July, 2026 "Bergamot herbal extract for bodybuilder?" (6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (63,008 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 29/07/2026Minute Cryptic - 29 July, 2026 "Pilot, lost from geographical misprint, lands at sea" (11) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 3 under the community par (82,563 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 25/07/2026Minute Cryptic - 25 July, 2026 "Science teacher: "Essentially, cooking meth is extremely risky”" (9) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (61,195 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 24/07/2026Minute Cryptic - 24 July, 2026 "OVERHEAD LUGGAGE!" (5,4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 4 under the community par (62,900 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Minute Cryptic - 6 July, 2026 "Smithers shaken up after Mr Burns argument" (6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (101,995 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 02/07/2026Minute Cryptic - 2 July, 2026 "In public? Kissing? Ew!" (3) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (99,743 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Minute Cryptic - 1 July, 2026 "Overly bright veils spurned by glum bride" (5) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 3 under the community par (91,960 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 010
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Minute Cryptic - 27 June, 2026 "Recycle threadbare jumper" (4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (105,643 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Minute Cryptic - 26 June, 2026 "Midwestern farmer wearing “I love NY”?!" (5) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (87,258 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 25/06/2026Minute Cryptic - 25 June, 2026 "Graphic content written right-to-left in hieroglyphics" (4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (96,510 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 000
Mark Roberts @mrenglishteach.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Too clever for me today! Minute Cryptic - 23 June, 2026 "Get a vocal group vocalising" (7) 🟡🟡🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 2 hints – 1 under the community par (122,265 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...minutecryptic.comMinute CrypticSolve a clue with a hidden meaning 000
