Get Moving with Similes: Active Learning Cards Enliven your English lessons with this dynamic set of simile cards, perfect for active learning and speaking activities. This comprehensive resource uses the Quiz-Trade approach to develop pupils’ understanding and creative use of figurative language through movement and peer interaction. Contents: Set 1: Illustrated Simile Cards (70 double-sided cards) Front: Vibrant illustrated similes Reverse: Concise explanations detailing both the literal meanings and, for similes with dual meanings, the idiomatic interpretations. Set 2: Creative Writing Simile Prompts (70 single-sided cards) Illustrated writing prompts (such as “as strong as,” “as boring as,” “as fun as”) Designed for independent simile creation Supports creative thinking and literacy development Ideal For: Key Stage 2 and 3 English Literacy intervention groups EAL pupils Whole-class active learning Creative writing warm-ups This hands-on resource transforms simile learning into an active, engaging experience as pupils move about the classroom, exchanging cards and crafting their own similes. The two-tiered approach supports differentiated learning - starting with complete similes before progressing to independent creation - perfect for meeting National Curriculum requirements while keeping pupils active and engaged as they develop from understanding existing similes to confidently creating their own descriptive comparisons. For additional simile practice, check out my Simile Matching Cards resource

Simile Matching Cards: Enliven Your English Lessons! Are your pupils as puzzled as a hedgehog in a balloon factory when it comes to similes? Illuminate their understanding like a lighthouse on a foggy night with my engaging “Simile Matching Cards” resource! What’s Included: 66 illustrated similes 6 A4 pages, each with 11 similes Two common simile structures: “As [something] as a” “Like a” Visually Appealing: Each sentence card features key words illustrated in an engineered text style, making them stand out like a toucan in a penguin colony! This unique design helps emerging readers and EAL learners grasp concepts as easily as a duck takes to water. Perfect for: Key Stage 2 English Early Key Stage 3 English (Year 7) Supporting EAL learners Literacy intervention groups Benefits: Develops creative writing skills Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension Supports visual learners and kinesthetic learning styles Makes learning as enjoyable as a day at the seaside! Don’t let similes puzzle your pupils like a jigsaw with missing pieces. With these Simile Matching Cards, they’ll be as comfortable with figurative language as a bird in flight. Check out my Similes Quiz-Quiz-Trade Fun Flashcards

EAL Past Tense Verb Memory Games: Classroom & Everyday Essential Verbs Master English Verbs Through Fun Memory Games! What’s Included: 72 Classroom & School-Related Verbs 108 Essential Everyday Verbs 3 Game Variations for each verb set Game Versions: Simple Present Match (match identical verb cards) Present-Past Match (match present to past tense) Complete Verb Forms (match V1, V2, V3 - base form, past tense, and past participle. Example: write, wrote, written) Perfect for EAL Learning! Each card features clear illustrations paired with the verb text, making learning intuitive and engaging. These memory games build confidence and fluency while reinforcing verb tenses through active play. How to Play: Shuffle and lay out the cards face-down Players take turns flipping two cards Find matching pairs (identical illustrations with corresponding verb forms) Player with the most pairs wins! Game Details: Players: 2-5 students (ideal for small groups) Duration: 20-30 minutes per game Cards per Game: 48 cards (24 pairs) - Create hundreds of unique game combinations from the ≈170 provided verbs (72 classroom verbs + 108 everyday verbs)! Printing Tip: Print on thin card stock for durability. Decorative card back patterns are included to prevent see-through and create a professional finish. Extended Learning Activities: Create sentences using the verbs in different tenses Use illustrations as conversation starters Practice talking about the illustrations using adjectives, adverbs, and prepositions Mix and match verb sets for endless combinations! Perfect for EAL learners, tutoring sessions, and language learning centers. Watch your students’ confidence grow as they master essential English verbs through play! Complete your verb teaching toolkit with: EAL Newcomer: Essential Verbs & Verb Tenses Irregular Verbs V1,V2,V3 Verb Mats EAL Newcomer - Interactive ESL Activity

Simple and Compound Sentences Task Cards This engaging set of task cards helps students differentiate between simple, compound, and incomplete sentences. Designed for Year 3 learners, including EAL students, the cards feature clear vocabulary and illustrations to support understanding and maintain interest. Examples of “not a sentence” are included to reinforce key grammar concepts like capital letters, punctuation, subjects, and verbs. Perfect for classroom practice, this resource includes two recording sheets: one for tasks 1-20 and another for 21-40, making it ideal for extending learning or for fast finishers. Students simply read each numbered card and record their answer (A, B, or C) on the corresponding sheet. This set is an excellent tool for promoting grammar awareness and sentence classification skills in young learners.

Enhance your students’ understanding of grammar with this comprehensive set of Task Cards, Sorting Cards, and Worksheets designed to teach: Countable and Uncountable Nouns, Quantifiers (How Much/How Many), and Determiners (a, an, some, any). What’s Included: 60 Task Cards for Countable and Uncountable Nouns 60 Task Cards for Quantifier Questions (How Much or How Many) 60 Task Cards for Determiners (a, an, some, any) Sorting Cards for categorizing nouns as Countable or Uncountable 27 Differentiated Worksheets (A4 and A5 versions) Differentiated 3 Levels of Difficulty: Tailored to different skill levels - Easier, Mild, and Tricky - ensuring all learners are challenged appropriately. Engaging: Students can select the correct answer on each task card and record their responses on the provided answer sheets, making this activity perfect for individual practice, small group collaboration, or even homework assignments. Sorting Cards: Perfect for Sorting: Includes cards for categorizing nouns as Countable or Uncountable. Versatile Use: These cards are not only great for sorting activities but can also be used for display purposes, enriching your classroom environment. Differentiated Worksheets: Comes with matching worksheets where learners can color or circle their answers- perfect for reinforcing concepts in class or at home. With 180 task cards in total, differentiated activities, versatile sorting cards, and comprehensive worksheets, this set offers extensive practice for varied levels of learners. An organised ZIP file with folders and clear file names is also included in the download.

Engage EAL newcomer learners with this interactive, fun, social-based vocabulary activity. “Ask Around: Essential Verbs” is designed to make learning English enjoyable and effective for EAL students. This activity encourages children to walk around the classroom, engaging with their peers by asking and answering essential, repetitive questions. This method incorporates key grammar and vocabulary building, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Key Features: Interactive Learning: Children interact with classmates, asking and answering questions to build social and academic vocabulary. Balanced Development: Combines social English and academic classroom English for accelerated learning, as research shows EAL social English develops faster. Comprehensive Grammar Coverage: Each set of verb sheets covers essential verb tenses in both asking and answering formats: Simple present tense third person singular (What does he do? He verbs or +es) Simple present tense with the modal verb can (What can she do? She can verb) Present continuous tense (+ing form) (What is he doing? She is verb+ing) Simple future tense using auxiliary will (What will she do tomorrow? Tomorrow, she will verb) Simple past tense (What did he do yesterday? Yesterday, he verb+ed) Present perfect tense 1st & 2nd person with auxiliary have/h (Have you ever verb? Yes, I have verb) Identifying and articulating V1 (base form), V2 (simple past), and V3 (past participle) Blank version with just clipart for additional questions or usage Matching flashcards Progressive Levels: 6 sets of question sheets, each with 15 verbs and 9 different verb tense practice versions. Labeled and Unlabeled Versions: Each sheet comes in both labeled (with words) and unlabeled versions for learners to either write themselves or try to remember without reading. Flashcards Included: Includes 100 matching flashcards for both direct teaching and various flashcard games, perfect for EAL specialist teachers, class teachers, or classroom assistants. Versatile Usage: Ideal for primary school level grammar lessons in the Kagan “Find Someone Who” format. Why Choose “Ask Around: Essential Verbs”? This resource seamlessly integrates essential verb practice with social English, creating a dynamic learning environment. By focusing on verbs and progressing through levels, students gain a solid foundation in English while enjoying the process. Additionally, this activity helps new EAL children make friends and feel a sense of belonging. Once familiar with the format, EAL learners can engage independently, allowing others to continue their grade-level work. Perfect for EAL specialists, classroom teachers, and assistants, this versatile tool supports EAL students effectively. Also see EAL Newcomer Classroom Nouns and Verbs And phonics vocabulary workbook

EAL Newcomer Ask Around: Classroom Nouns & Verbs - Interactive ESL Activity Engage EAL newcomer learners with this interactive, fun, social-based vocabulary activity. “Ask Around: Classroom Nouns and Verbs” is designed to make learning English enjoyable and effective for EAL students. This activity encourages children to walk around the classroom, engaging with their peers by asking and answering essential, repetitive questions. This method incorporates key grammar and vocabulary building, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Key Features: Interactive Learning: Children interact with classmates, asking and answering questions to build social and academic vocabulary. Balanced Development: Combines social English and academic classroom English for accelerated learning, as research shows EAL social English develops faster. Comprehensive Grammar Coverage: Noun sheets progress from singular questions (What is this?) to plural questions (What are these?), and combining both forms (40 nouns covered). Verb sheets cover simple present (infinitive) tense (What can he/she do?), present continuous tense (What is he/she doing?), and direct questions (Can you x, y, z?) (28 verbs included). Progressive Levels: 6 levels of noun activity sheets 10 levels of verb activity sheets. Labeled and Unlabeled Versions: Each sheet comes in both labeled (with words) and unlabeled versions for learners to either write themselves or try to remember without reading. Flashcards Included: Matching flashcards for both verbs and nouns are perfect for direct teaching by EAL specialist teachers, class teachers, or classroom assistants. Ideal for various flashcard games. Why Choose “Ask Around: Classroom Nouns and Verbs”? This resource seamlessly integrates essential classroom vocabulary with social English, creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment. By incorporating both nouns and verbs, and progressing through various levels, students gain a solid foundation in English while enjoying the learning process. Additionally, this activity helps new EAL children make friends with their new classmates, fostering a sense of belonging and community. Perfect for EAL specialists, classroom teachers, and assistants, this versatile tool is a must-have for any classroom aiming to support EAL students effectively. Also check out my ESL Newcomer Essential Verbs Ask Around activity And my spelling and vocabulary building workbook

Master proper nouns with this hands-on resource! This engaging pack includes: • 4 A4 pages of sorting cards (96 cards in total) for sorting common vs. proper nouns like mountain/Mount Everest, holiday/Christmas, language/English • 2 contrasting example illustrated posters of common and proper nouns • 3 double-sided worksheets (2 higher, 1 lower level) for reinforcement Give your students fun practice identifying and using proper nouns correctly through interactive sorting activities and targeted worksheets. Also makes a great classroom display. Perfect for whole class, small group, or independent work!

Transport learners into the magic of the holidays with this retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s bittersweet tale, “The Little Match Girl.” Vivid illustrations and varied questioning engage learners in years 3 through to year 8 with this timeless story perfect for the Christmas season. This versatile reading comprehension pack includes: A beautifully illustrated double sided retelling of the story Three SAT style multiple choice practice sheets including a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect,and author’s purpose questions Five versions of written response question sheets for differentiated engagement Event sequencing tasks Cause and effect activity Story summary cloze activities Vocabulary-based crossword puzzles using words from the text Make an impact this holiday season with a rich selection of visual and written materials. Learners will connect with the beloved tale through leveled questions and activities aimed at improving reading fluency and analyzing this touching story. Share this poignant retelling and help students step into the magic of literature this Christmas!

Reading comprehension for the folktale legend 'The Pied Piper of Hamelin’ Bring this classic folktale to life for students of all reading levels! This differentiated reading comprehension pack includes: 3 leveled reading passages with rich vocabulary and vivid imagery to suit varying reading abilities. The higher level passage (4 pages) uses literary devices to tell the fairy tale in detail. The middle passage (2 pages) balances accessibility with rich language. The beginner passage (1 page) covers key plot points using simpler vocabulary. 30 skill-building activity sheets to check comprehension and build literacy skills. With various difficulty levels, these worksheets allow students to engage with the text in unique ways. Activities include SAT-style multiple choice questions, short answer questions, vocabulary exercises, sequencing activities, cause and effect charts, cloze passages, crosswords, and more. Perfect for assessing and improving reading skills and literary analysis abilities. Perfect for upper Key Stage 2 and 3. Simplified English and versions are also included to support EAL and lower level learners. Bring this timeless legend to students of all levels with this differentiated reading pack!

Reading comprehension for the the French fairy tale, “Diamonds and Toads” by Charles Perrault. In this anti-fairytale, a widow has two daughters. The older daughter, Fanny, resembles her mother and is favored despite being disagreeable. The younger daughter is kind and beautiful like her late father. The younger girl helps a disguised fairy and is blessed with jewels and flowers falling from her mouth when she speaks. The widow wants the same for Fanny, but Fanny insults the fairy and is cursed, causing toads and snakes to fall from her mouth. When Fanny arrives home, she tells her story to her mother and disgusting toads and vipers fall from her mouth The widow, furious, drives her younger daughter out of the house. In the woods, the younger daughter meets a king’s son, who falls in love with her and marries her. In time, the widow is sickened by her older daughter’s vile mouth, and drives her out too. Fanny dies alone and miserable in the woods. This reading activity resource includes: A reading passage at a 9-12 year old reading level A 15-question comprehension sheet (basic factual questions) A 14-question comprehension sheet (literary analysis questions) An 8-question comprehension sheet (mix of essential questions) A 31-question SAT-style multiple choice quiz (2 pages) A 58-question SAT-style multiple choice quiz (4 pages) A sequencing and story summary cloze activity sheet Two crossword versions using 26 key vocabulary words Answer sheets are also provided.

Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for The Billy Goats Gruff, suitable for readers ages 6-11. This pack includes: 3 leveled reading passages: Lower-level text simplified for beginning readers (approx. year 2) Mid-level text a wider range of words (approx. upper year 2/year 3) Original text published in 1859 for more advanced readers (approx. year 4-5) 16 differentiated activity sheets to check comprehension at each level: Higher-level (original text) includes: - 12 question classic comprehension worksheet - 32 question true/false worksheet - 29 question SAT-style multiple choice worksheet - 2 crossword versions using vocabulary found in the text Mid-level includes: - 16 question classic comprehension worksheet - A matching 16 question worksheet with multiple choice answer options - 36 question multiple choice worksheet - Sequencing/cloze (missing word) story summary worksheet - 2 crossword versions Lower-level includes: - 9 question classic comprehension worksheet - 13 question classic comprehension worksheet - A matching 13 question worksheet with multiple choice answer options - 36 question yes/no worksheet - Crossword Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.

“Kate Crackernuts” is a traditional Scottish fairy tale collected in the Orkney Islands. A brave princess named Kate rescues her sister Ann when a jealous queen has a witch transform Ann’s beautiful head into a sheep’s head. This differentiated reading pack includes: 2 leveled passages: a 3 page version with rich vocabulary, and a shortened 2 page version for easier reading. 14 total question sheets (7 for each text) to check comprehension and skills at every reading level. The higher text uses complex vocabulary, more details, and literary devices. It is accompanied by: A 18 question retrieval worksheet A 16 question essential comprehension worksheet A 50 question SAT-style multiple choice worksheet A 10 event sequence, cloze summary, and 10 question worksheet A 23 word vocabulary matching sheet 2 crosswords with 37 vocabulary words each (one with wordbox, one without) The shortened text is accompanied by: A 16 question retrieval worksheet A 16 question essential comprehension worksheet A 28 question SAT-style multiple choice worksheet A mixed question worksheet with sequencing, short response, and multiple choice questions An additional sequencing, matching, and short response worksheet 2 crosswords with 27 vocabulary words each (one with wordbox, one without) Answer sheets provided for all levels.

Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for three retellings of the classic fairy tale The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen, suitable for readers aged 6 to 13 years. Includes: 3 leveled reading passages to accommodate different reading abilities: A challenging higher level text with complex vocabulary, more details, and additional literary devices (4 pages) A middle level text that has been shortened for easier reading, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence of the higher text (2 pages) A simplified lower level text for easier reading, using decodable words when possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact (2 pages) ➼ 22 accompanying worksheets differentiated across Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3 levels, focusing on key literacy skills including: Reading comprehension Vocabulary Sequencing Cause and effect Cloze (fill-in-the-blank) story summaries Multiple choice comprehension sheets in SAT format, covering skills like identifying main ideas, details, sequence, inferences, vocabulary, true or false statements, cause and effect relationships, and author’s purpose True/false Crosswords EAL versions Answer sheets for all activities Keep students engaged with texts tailored to their reading level, working within their zone of proximal development. Use the leveled passages and activity sheets independently or together to differentiate instruction. This comprehensive resource allows you to meet the needs of every reader!

Differentiated reading comprehension for a faithful retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale ‘Thumbelina’, in which a tiny girl named Thumbelina grows from a magic seed. She is kidnapped by a toad but floats away on a lily pad. A beetle and a mouse shelter her through winter before a swallow saves her. The swallow takes her to a fairy palace where she marries a prince and gets her wings. Suitable for readers aged 7 to 12 years. Includes 2 levels of story text and 8 question worksheets. ➼ The higher/middle level text uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs some additional literary devices. It has a larger word count and is 2 A4 pages in length. Four versions of comprehension questions accompany this level of text: • A classic worksheet with 18 retrieval/factual questions. • A classic worksheet with 17 different retrieval/factual questions. • A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 32 questions that include a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and authors purpose questions. • A mixed question format sheet, with A 9 event sequence sorting question, 7 question written response, and 20 multi-choice double sided question sheet (i.e. 28 mixed question format). ➼ The lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, using easier to read words whenever possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. It has a larger font size and spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes four sets of question sheets, perfect for lower level readers and EAL learners: • A 9 event sequence sorting question with 16 retrieval/factual questions requiring a written response. • A 6 event sequence sorting question with 25 simple questions that can be answered with short simple sentences, phrases or one word answers. • A 6 event sequence sorting question with 20 2 answer multiple choice questions. • A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 24 questions that include a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and authors purpose questions and 1 6 event sequencing question. Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.

Differentiated reading comprehension for a faithful retelling of the classic fairy tale Aladdin and the Magic Lamp, suitable for readers aged 6 to 13 years. This differentiated reading comprehension pack includes: ➼3 leveled reading passages: A higher and medium level text using rich vocabulary and literary devices to tell the fairy tale (higher 3 pages in length, middle 2 pages), and a simplified, easier-to read version covering the key plot points (2 pages) ➼11 differentiated question sheets to check comprehension and skills mastery at every reading level The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs additional literary devices. It spans 3 A4 pages in length and is accompanied by three versions of differentiated comprehension questions: A classic 17 question worksheet, using mainly compound retrieval/factual questions, some inference and author’s purpose questions. A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 47 Multiple-Choice SAT Style comprehension questions, including a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and author’s purpose questions - each question with 4 answer choices. A 9 event sequence, 8 question written response, and 13 multi-choice double sided question sheet (i.e. 22 mixed question format). The middle text is a more concise version of the higher level text, using simpler language and fewer descriptive techniques. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes three sets of differentiated question sheets: A classic 16 question worksheet, using mainly compound retrieval/factual questions A 9 event sequence, 7 question written response, and 15 multi-choice double sided question sheet (i.e. 23 mixed question format). A multiple-choice SAT style version with 31 SAT Style comprehension questions, including a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and author’s purpose questions - each question with 4 answer choices. The lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, using simple, decodable words, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact, it has a slightly larger font size, spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes five sets of differentiated question sheets. A 7 event sequencing and 14 essential written response comprehension question sheet. A 30 ‘True or False?’ question sheet A classic 13 question worksheet, with 9 essential, straightforward easy to answer questions. A matching multiple choice 3 answer choices version, using the same 13 questions as the above version. A multiple-choice SAT style version with 35 SAT Style comprehension questions, including a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and author’s purpose questions - each question with 3 answer choices. Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.