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We offer an extensive range of engaging resource that are proven to educate learners of various ages and abilities. Our catalogue of workbooks cover an array of subjects including Functional Skills, Maths, English, Digital Skills, Retail, Employability, Social Development and Tutorials.
Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.
These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials, English or ICT sessions.
This bundle includes the following 3 Resources:
DREAM JOB - focuses on allowing the learner to decide what they would imagine their perfect job to be. It then tasks them with breaking that job role down and asks them to create an advert for their chosen vocation.
They will explore the pros and cons of each others ‘perfect job’ choices and demonstrate their capabilities of understanding the opinions of others as well as being able to put their own opinion across. It includes and example of an advert designed by a previous learner.
ATTENDANCE and PUNCTUALITY focuses on the importance of Attendance and Punctuality and is broken down into the following
Why is attendance so important? - An activity that requires learner to fill in the gaps of an informative piece of writing. An effective way of going over text and gaining a full understanding.
Reasons v Excuses - A couple of tasks that require learners to understand the difference between reasons and excuses used for being absent or late. Promotes some great lighthearted and fun group discussion.
Being on time - A eye opening activity where learners will use maths skills to determine the amount of time lost at school, work and College through poor punctuality. Scenarios given.
Q&A - A series of thought provoking questions that learner will answer individually and then take part in a group discussion to share thoughts and opinions.
Attendance and Punctuality Task - Learner are given a scenario that requires them to Propose, Produce and Promote an Incentive and reward scheme to help improve Attendance and Punctuality in a struggling primary school. The task then requires them to present their schemes with the rest of the group and even display in their ideas in the classroom.
SHOULD ANIMALS LIVE IN THE ZOO focuses on the controversial issue of Animals in Captivity and requires learners to demonstrate their capabilities of understanding the opinions of others as well as being able to put their own opinion across. They will explore the pros and cons of the subject using online research and also have the opportunity to debate their findings with each other.
The task then requires them to present their final investigations in a newspaper article which they can design and present to the rest of the group and even display in the classroom. The Resource also includes worksheets to brief learners on the task as well as a Word Doc newspaper article Template to get them started.
These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English or ICT sessions .
This Bundle includes:
Time Management and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills required for assessment in English, Maths and ICT.
Tasks include:
• Identifying and essential and non-essential activities we need to fit into our daily lives.
• How to prioritise areas of our lives in order of importance.
• Becoming familiar with the many tools available to help us organise better and save time.
• An activity where learners have to breakdown their own time within a typical week.
• Transferring that information on to an electronic table that visually shows where their time is spent and highlights bad habits, area to address and may even encourage a change in routine.
The resource includes an adaptable WORD Doc Template that the tutor can email or print of for the last task.
Keeping Personal Information Safe.
Learners will participate in various activities to become familiar with the many dangers and demonstrate new knowledge on how to take action to minimise the risk of data and identity theft.
Text Driving and other distractions that cause accidents on the road. The resource includes various tasks that look at:
Attitudes & Current Mindsets
The Consequences
The Facts & Statistics
Prevention
NOTE: The video used is available on YouTube, but should be watched before delivery as some more sensitive learners may find it upsetting.
Tutor Answers to current statistics are also included, however these are obviously subject to change.
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These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials, English and various other sessions. The unit also incorperats ICT with the optional use of Microsoft Excel, Publisher and Word.
These particular instalment focuses on the Pros & Cons of Tattoos and requires learners to complete various tasks, take an active role in group discussions, case studies and participate in activities to help them gain an understanding of the why people decide to have a tattoo, with lots of opportunity to give their own informed opinion.
Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE!
This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com
These worksheets have been designed to subtly embed the valuable functional skills learners required to get the most out of education, work and everyday life and to help them function more confidently, effectively and independently. They can be used effectively in Tutorials or Maths sessions.
Each resource has been proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge as well as promoting creativity and individuality.
This Bundle Includes the following 3 Resources
IT COULD BE YOU!
Each has won the lottery and has £1,000,000 to spend.
Task 1 requires learners to decide on how much of their winnings they would gift, if any, to a charity and/or family and friends. This offers an effective platform for discussion around charities, generosity and their individual value of money.
Task two requires the learner to select from a list of items and how they would spend the remaining money. They will write reasons for their choices and share with the rest of the group, which is a great opportunity for speaking and listening and finding common interests within the group.
Task Three asks the learners to complete a shopping list and to include costs and keep a running total of their remaining balance.
The final objective is to get as close to spending 1,000,000 as possible. Calculator use is down to the discretion of the Tutor and the ability of learners.
WHATS ON THE BOX
Learners will work with a Fictional TV guide.
They will study the schedule and then attempt to answer a series of questions related to the information shown. They will then take part in a discussion based on their own favourite TV programme choices. They will create their own Perfect TV schedule, produce questions related to this new timetable and then test their peers.
SMARTIES INVESTIGATION
Learner focus on investigating number and frequency using a tube of Smarties.
Their task is to gather data and produce a bar chart showing their findings.
Learners will then take part in a speaking and listening task that requires them to extract data from other groups allowing them to be able to produce a second chart and accurately present this collective data.
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The 4th instalment in a series of resources centered on and around the Retail industry They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels and can be delivered individually, as worksheets or collectively as a final assignment.
This particular series focuses on Teamwork and includes the following:
What is Teamwork
Prioritising Tasks
Communication Breakdowns
Conflict within a team
Benefits of Teamwork
Communication Types
Body Language
Two way Communication
Team Scenario Task
Humour in the Workplace
Teamwork Roles
Recruitment Task
Timed Wordsearch
Series Recap
Series 1, 2 and 4 available at the TES Smartbooks Shop
Look out for the FLASHCARD Resource that accompanies the Smartbooks Retail Series of Workbooks.
The resource is in PDF Format but also available as a fully editable Word doc by request.n
These BUNDLE Work Books have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials, English or various other sessions .
These particular BUNDLE includes the following;
Work Book 1 PESKY SEAGULLS focus on reading an article based on the growing Seagull problem in the UK and requires learners to demonstrate English and ICT skills that subtly embeds many of the Functional skills required for assessment.
Work Book 2 FOOTBALLERS WAGES focuses on the ongoing debate of Footballer wages and how much they earn compared with other occupations. Tasks include reading through an example of an online forum, leaving their own post, replying to other members comments and then answering a series of question based on the whole forums content.
Work Book 3 FIZZY DRINKS focuses on reading an article based on the growing issue of fizzy drink consumption in the UK and worldwide and requires learners to demonstrate various English and ICT abilities.
Please Note: There are various spelling and grammar mistakes in the Fizzy Drinks article that have been placed intentionally for the purpose of the first 2 tasks. Answers for these tasks are included in the resource on the last page.
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An extensive bundle of all 4 instalments of resources centered on and around the Retail industry. They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels and can be delivered individually, as worksheets or collectively as a final assignment.
Series 1- 4 include the following resource
Series 1
What is Retail?
Jobs in the industry
First impressions
Retail Lingo
Retail Sectors
Customer Service (Observation Task)
Taking Payment
Cash Transactions
Identifying Forgeries
Checking a Check
Till Problems
Maths Task
Chip and Pin
Monopoly activity & Evaluation
Recap Quiz
Series 2
Window Displays
Visual Merchandising & Task
Shop Floor & Sales Areas
Manual Handling & Task
Lifting Equipment
Deliveries
Stock Management
Stock Checks
Product Placement & Task
Recap Quiz
Series 3
The Customer
Internal Customers
Customer Profiles
Customer Research
Effective Customer Service
Before, During & After
Pro’s & Cons for the Company
Presentation Task
Non Verbal Communication
Communication Task
Experiences of Customer Service
Customer Service Card Activity
Series 4
What is Teamwork
Prioritising Tasks
Communication Breakdowns
Conflict within a team
Benefits of Teamwork
Communication Types
Body Language
Two way Communication
Team Scenario Task
Humour in the Workplace
Teamwork Roles
Recruitment Task
Timed Wordsearch
Series Recap
Look out for the FLASHCARD series that accompanies the Smartbooks Retail Series of Workbooks.
The resourcs are in PDF Format but also available as a fully editable Word doc by request.
This 5 series BUNDLE of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546)
The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met.
This BUNDLE of Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and then signed off.
These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery.
Unit 407 focuses on helping the learner to prepare for an interview and includes a mock interview activity. Learning Outcomes include:
1.1 research:
A. the company B. its values C. its impact on the community D. the job role
1.2 prepare answers to a given set of questions that are likely to be asked in the interview
1.3 prepare questions to ask in the interview based on research
1.4 describe different interview techniques
1.5 describe how to seek clarity from the interviewer about questions asked
1.6 collate any documents that may be asked for at interview
1.7 describe the route and means of transport to take to attend the interview on time.
2.1 dress appropriately and display good personal hygiene for the
interview
2.2 use appropriate means of non-verbal communication such as
body language and facial expressions during the interview
2.3 take part in an interview activity
2.4 give clear, straightforward answers to the questions asked
2.5 prepare a short presentation for use at an interview
3 Be able to review own performance at an interview
3.1 describe aspects of the interview that went well
3.2 describe one aspect of the interview that did not go well
3.3 plan actions to improve performance at future interviews.
Unit 408 focuses on Searching for a job and covers the following criteria.
1.1 Describe different resources available to find out about job information.
1.2 Describe the roles and functions of organisations providing employment services
1.3 Use resources to research job opportunities.
1.4 Describe how to sign up to different organisations’ job alert systems
2.1 List the key elements of job adverts
2.2 Extract relevant information from job adverts
2.3 Match personal skills and requirements to job vacancies
Unit 409 focuses on Career Progression and covers the following criteria.
1.1 explain the importance of career progression
2.1 identify sources of career progression information, advice and guidance
2.2 identify different career, course and training options from available sources of information, advice and guidance.
3.1 list transferable skills, qualities and experience required to develop a career
3.2 review own transferable skills, qualities and experience
3.3 identify areas of work or study that might be best suited to own transferable skills, qualities or experience
4.1 identify short-term goals that will help with career progression
4.2 develop a career progression plan.
Unit 410 focuses extensively on Keeping Safe in Social Situations. Learner outcomes included
1.1 identify areas of risk in social situations
1.2 Identify risks associated with alcohol
1.3 identify risks associated with drugs
1.4 identify risks associated with sexual activity
1.5 state risks involved when using social media
1.6 state risks involved when using the Internet.
2.1 identify ways to minimise risks to different groups
2.2 identify ways to minimise risks in social situations
2.3 identify ways to keep identity and personal information safe.
3.1 identify different types of support available
3.2 identify the situations when support is needed
3.3 identify the different ways of accessing support
3.4 explain the benefits of seeking support.
Unit 411 focuses on the importance of Working as part of Team and covers the following criteria.
1.1 describe what makes an effective team
1.2 describe benefits of effective teamwork.
2.1 list different types of team
2.2 identify the values and goals of a team
2.3 describe ways in which team members can work together effectively
2.4 describe a method of avoiding conflict within a team
2.5 identify methods of making team decisions.
3.1 give examples of different roles
3.2 identify the impact these roles have on the way a team works
3.3 identify the impact these roles have on team members
4.1 describe the overall goal of the team
4.2 prepare a plan to achieve a team goal
4.3 describe own role in achieving the goal
4.4 describe others role in achieving the goal
4.5 list activities, milestones and timelines
4.6 identify the support /resources to work towards the goal
5.1 follow a plan and review progress at regular intervals
5.2 suggest improvements and amendments to the plan
6.1 reflect on the overall effectiveness of the plan in helping to achieve the agreed goal
6.2 describe what went well and what did not go well.
Other Units including a Bundle of Units 401-405 are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop
This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.
Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.
These worksheets have been designed to subtly embed the valuable functional skills learners required to get the most out of education, work and everyday life and to help them function more confidently, effectively and independently. They can be used effectively in Tutorials or Maths sessions.
Each resource has been proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge as well as promoting creativity and individuality.
This Bundle Includes the following 10 Resources
IT COULD BE YOU!
Each has won the lottery and has £1,000,000 to spend.
Task 1 requires learners to decide on how much of their winnings they would gift, if any, to a charity and/or family and friends. This offers an effective platform for discussion around charities, generosity and their individual value of money.
Task two requires the learner to select from a list of items and how they would spend the remaining money. They will write reasons for their choices and share with the rest of the group, which is a great opportunity for speaking and listening and finding common interests within the group.
Task Three asks the learners to complete a shopping list and to include costs and keep a running total of their remaining balance.
The final objective is to get as close to spending 1,000,000 as possible. Calculator use is down to the discretion of the Tutor and the ability of learners.
WHATS ON THE BOX
Learners will work with a Fictional TV guide.
They will study the schedule and then attempt to answer a series of questions related to the information shown. They will then take part in a discussion based on their own favourite TV programme choices. They will create their own Perfect TV schedule, produce questions related to this new timetable and then test their peers.
SMARTIES INVESTIGATION
Learner focus on investigating number and frequency using a tube of Smarties.
Their task is to gather data and produce a bar chart showing their findings.
Learners will then take part in a speaking and listening task that requires them to extract data from other groups allowing them to be able to produce a second chart and accurately present this collective data.
World Records
This first resourse focuses on ‘Records set around the World’. Learners are tasked with estimating various measurements from the tallest to the heaviest, longest to shortest etc. They are then challenged to convert those amounts to an alternative form of measurement i.e. litre to pints, miles to Kilometres etc
Time for a Holiday
The second resouces starts with a warm up activity and tests the learner’s knowledge of Seaside towns in the UK and their locations. Great task to use on a SMART Board or in separate groups on A3 paper.
It then requires them to study a series of weather graphes and answer questions to confirm they are able to read and extract the correct information.
The final task involves budgeting a holiday to Newquay using a fictional scenario and an allowance of £650.
Possible Extension Tasks
Task 1 - Ask learners to find the location of other towns and activities.
Task 2 - Extend questions to work out the Mean, Mode and Median.
Task 3 - Limit Budget or change the scenario to make it more challenging.
Reading Timetables
This 3rd resource focuses on ‘Reading Timetables’. Learners are tasked with studying 3 examples, a Bus Timetable, a Swimming Pool Timetable and a College Session Timetable and then extracting the information required to answer the set questions and confirm understanding.
The questions can be answered individually or collectively by cutting them into cards. The larger A3 versions (included) can be displayed and the group can carousel around the room. Alternatively, the questions could be called out by the tutor for a more active learning experience. Lots of scope for interpretation, the resources also included some blank question sheets so learners can create some peer to peer questioning.
The Addition Workbook includes:
Dominoes Challenge
Dominoes (Test your friends)
Roll the dice!
Family Picnic & Quiz
Piggy Pairs
Numbers Game
Against the clock
Squares Count
Pyramid Puzzle (easy, Medium, Hard)
Colour your own sums
Counting the Pennies
Holiday Money
Number Line Counting
Let’s use Tally (Farmyard Task)
Time for Bingo (Bingo & Caller cards included)
he Subtraction workbook includes:
Difference Dots
Fruit & Vet Sale
Less than 2 minutes
Saturday Night Take Away
Subtraction Squares (Easy - Medium - Hard)
The Washing Line
Lets Go Bowling
Lets Bowl Game
Subtraction in Space (Easy - Medium - Hard)
Dice Cream Game
Real Life Sums
Double Decker Bus
Time For Bingo
The Multiplication workbook includes:
Coloured Table and Sums (Easy, Harder and Hardest)
King Fred the frog (Easy, Harder and Hardest)
Mum’s shopping trip (Easy, Harder and Hardest)
A day in the garden (Easy, Harder and Hardest)
Right or Wrong (Easy, Harder and Hardest)
Who has the Answer - A Card game that the whole group can play involving learner listening and calling out the correct answer.
The Division Workbook includes:
What is Division (intro)
Coloured bookmarks to use as revision
Sums (Easy, Trickier and More Difficult)
Joe and Beth Balloon trivia
Animal Division problems (Easy and More difficult)
Joe’s Smudged Homework
Sum Search
I Have Who Has (a 30 card Division based Card game where each learner try not to break the chain)
Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE!
This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com