A list of reading targets linked to the coloured book bands from stage 1/pink to stage 11/lime. Useful for termly target setting or end of year report targets. Targets are divided into the different bands and there are several per coloured band.

A PowerPoint activity with some shared comprehension questions with a follow-up comprehension sheet of questions and answers about the poem. The questions are based around VIPERS (see Literacy Shed website). This activity has been used with an able Year 2 class but could also be used for Year 3.

A 5 day plan for classic poetry based on the poem The Tyger by William Blake. This has originally be used with a Year 5 class (9-10 year olds) but could be adapted for other ages. It introduces the poem to the children in an accessible way and then encourages short and longer writing opportunities. All resources are included as well as an annotated version of the poem to analyse the language and structure.

This powerpoint explains how to use ellipsis correctly in writing. It clearly states the different uses of an ellipsis with examples. It also provides some sentences for the children to explain how the ellipsis has been used in each case.

A non-chronological report about a new mythical dragon called the Frost Dragon which can be used for Talk for Writing to learn the structure or annotated to mark the features. Also included is a letter from the Dragon Hunters Association asking the children to create their own reports about the Shrek Dragon. You can edit the letter to change the dragon you want them to write about and add your class name as the recipient. I used this with Year 2 children and have included two differentiated writing templates to assist in the writing process. All images are taken from wp clipart and are free from copyright.

An informative powerpoint which explains synonyms and antonyms, giving examples and sentences to practise. Also included is a worksheet to help children use antonyms and synonyms. All images are taken from wp clipart and are free from copyright.

An informative powerpoint which explains relative clauses, giving examples and sentences to practise. Also included is a worksheet to help children create their own sentences. All images are taken from wp clipart and are free from copyright.

All the tricky words from phase 3 on different coloured flowers. Would make a bright cheerful display in the classroom or use as flashcards.

All the tricky words from phase 2 on colourful tortoises. Would make a bright cheerful display in the classroom or use as flashcards.

All the tricky words from phase 5 on different coloured flowers. Would make a bright cheerful display in the classroom or use as flashcards.

All the tricky words from phase 4 on colourful tortoises. Would make a bright cheerful display in the classroom or use as flashcards.

All the tricky words from phase 3 on colourful tortoises. Would make a bright cheerful display in the classroom or use as flashcards.

All the tricky words from phase 5 on colourful caterpillars. Would make a bright cheerful display in the classroom or use as flashcards.

All the tricky words from phase 5 on colourful tortoises. Would make a bright cheerful display in the classroom or use as flashcards.

All the tricky words from phase 4 on different coloured flowers. Would make a bright cheerful display in the classroom or use as flashcards.

All the tricky words from phase 4 on colourful caterpillars. Would make a bright cheerful display in the classroom or use as flashcards.

A checklist for the Year 2 spelling assessment. This can be used to assess reading and spelling of the common exception words for Year 2. It is a word document so it is easily edited.