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I am a London based primary school teacher with over 20 years experience. I am passionate about Key stage one and have also taught in EYFS and KS2. I love making resources for myself and other teachers.

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I am a London based primary school teacher with over 20 years experience. I am passionate about Key stage one and have also taught in EYFS and KS2. I love making resources for myself and other teachers.
Harvest Festival
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Harvest Festival

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Discover the joy of Harvest Festival! Introduce your KS1 pupils to the wonderful world of Harvest celebrations with these engaging lesson slides and worksheets. Through bold images and vibrant pictures children will learn about Harvest festival and how it is celebrated during this bountiful time of the year. Questioning slides, which are included, spark curiosity and help young learners develop a deeper understanding of the Harvest festival traditions through peer and group discussions. Children can follow this up by showing their understanding using the worksheets included. Included: Lesson slides (15 PDF slides) 3 harvest worksheets You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/harvest-festival-12527607 or https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-words-cute-pumpkins-12354281 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews
Year 1 and 2 Common Exception Words
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Year 1 and 2 Common Exception Words

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Help students with their writing by displaying the common exception words. These words can also be used as flash cards, in your pocket chart or on the washing line. 4 words per A4 sheet. This pack includes all the common exception words for year 1 and year 2. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-2-word-mat-common-exception-words-12312069 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-word-mat-bundle-ks1-12312234
Year 2 Common Exception Words - blue stripes
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Year 2 Common Exception Words - blue stripes

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Here are all the common exception words for year 2. Bold writing and bright blue background make these perfect for display or a small washing line but they also make great flash cards. This is my favourite blue for my classroom use and I hope you’ll like it as much as I do. I like to display these so pupil’s can use them easily for spelling the high frequency words but also for flash cards to develop speed reading. Four words per A4 sheet. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-2-word-mat-common-exception-words-12312069
Year 2 Common Exception Words
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Year 2 Common Exception Words

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Set up your classroom quickly with this display of the year 2 common exception words. Alternatively, these make great flash cards or can be used in your pocket chart or on your washing line. Four word cards per A4 sheet. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-2-word-mat-common-exception-words-12312069
Year 1 Word Mat - Common Exception Words
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Year 1 Word Mat - Common Exception Words

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These common exception words word mats are perfect for the student’s tables. They’ll have easy and quick access to the high frequency words they need as they write. Words are arranged alphabetically. Laminate these common word mats and they can be used again and again. These word mats could be photocopied and stuck into books as a reference sheet for high frequency word spellings, or enlarged and displayed in your classroom. Included: 9 mats in a variety of colours 1 plain word mat You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-read-and-roll-game-year-1-12285122 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-word-flash-cards-or-display-blue-stripes-12168501
Year 1 Common Exception Word flash cards or display - Blue stripes
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Year 1 Common Exception Word flash cards or display - Blue stripes

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All the year 1 common exception words in bold print on a blue background. Perfect for display or flash card use. 4 high frequency words per A4 sheet. I use these cards around my English working wall display. They really support the spelling of high frequency words. These cards also fit nicely into a pocket chart. These can be used as flash cards to develop speed reading of the common exception words. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-words-flash-cards-or-display-cute-crayons-12166345
Islands - Geography for Ks1
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Islands - Geography for Ks1

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Embark on an exciting educational journey with our specially curated resource tailored for key stage one learners, designed to explore the enchanting world of islands. Engage young minds as they: Identify the defining characteristics of islands Discover the widespread presence of islands across the globe Learn about the distinctions between islands and continents Delve into the captivating realm of islands through vibrant visuals and interactive content, including: Comprehensive coverage of both human and physical features unique to islands A differentiated worksheet, thoughtfully crafted into three levels of difficulty to accommodate varying abilities A captivating array of images showcasing the breathtaking diversity of islands worldwide Captivate young imaginations with stunning depictions, from serene tropical havens to rugged coastlines, and ignite a sense of wonder about the world’s fascinating geographical wonders. Included is: What an island is lesson slides (16 pages PDF) A worksheet differentiated 3 ways Human and physical features of islands slides (20 page PDF) 11 pictures of various islands around the world for display You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/mapping-for-ks1-12198063 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews
Book Corner/area  Display - bright stripes
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Book Corner/area Display - bright stripes

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Create a bright and colourful reading corner or area with this bunting and poster pack. Bunting to welcome students into the area and posters to help keep the area purposeful and tidy. Book tub labels are also included to help students find what they need and keep the area organized. I have recently updated the book tub labels to include over 30 labels. I love these bright and cheery stripes and use this version of the reading display in my own classroom. Included: -Welcome Bunting written in all upper case letters -Reading area rules posters -over 30 Book tub labels -15 Reading growth mindset posters -Bunting which says reading corner all upper case letters -Bunting which says reading corner in lower case (with a capital R and C) You might also be interested in these coordinating displays: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-working-wall-display-bright-stripes-12365635 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/growth-mindset-questions-display-bold-colours-12364565 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews
Year 1 Common Exception Word  Display -Plain
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Year 1 Common Exception Word Display -Plain

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Here are the common exception words for year 1. Bold lettering and a simple black and white frame. Great for display or flash card use. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-words-flash-cards-or-display-cute-crayons-12166345
Year 1 Common Exception Words flash cards or display: cute crayons
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Year 1 Common Exception Words flash cards or display: cute crayons

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Here are the common exception words for year 1. I love the cute crayon design. There are four words per A4 size paper which I would cut apart. These can be used as flash cards for reading practice of the high frequency words or they make a really cute display. These are perfect for a back to school display which has a useful element to it. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-word-bundle-12354917 or https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-year-1-patchwork-apples-12356981
Contraction worksheets
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Contraction worksheets

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Here are a few of the worksheets I use with my year 2 students to practice their contraction work. Easily adapted to meet the needs of children in year 3. Included are 4 worksheets and the answers. I hope you find them useful. I’ve recently updated this resources and added 4 additional worksheets to this resource. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks1-possessive-apostrophe-12080332
Easter symbols KS1
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Easter symbols KS1

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“Easter Symbols Explained: Engaging Resource for KS1” Discover the rich symbolism of Easter with our comprehensive teaching resource, designed to introduce KS1 children to the significance of Easter symbols in a straightforward manner. Included in this resource: -An 18-page PDF explaining Easter symbols and their meanings for Christians -A sorting activity for matching symbols to their meanings, with two levels of differentiation -Two exemplary pieces of writing on the topic to guide students in understanding and emulating the writing style -A vocabulary bank for writing support, available as both a display and printer-friendly version -6 Easter Symbols worksheets with accompanying answer sheets Unlock the understanding of Easter symbolism for young learners with our popular resource, perfect for engaging KS1 students in the Easter narrative. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-symbols-display-re-christianity-12254615 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/shrove-tuesday-12254546 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews
KS1 possessive apostrophe
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KS1 possessive apostrophe

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Introduce the use of possessive apostrophe with singular nouns using this resources. There is a short introduction and 10 activities to meet the criteria of using an apostrophe with a singular noun. Included are: sorting activities practice writing activities spot the mistake marking activities Each worksheet includes a challenge to ensure greater depth learning.
Living things and their habitat bundle - year 2
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Living things and their habitat bundle - year 2

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Three great resources to help you meet the learning outcomes for living things and their habitats. Classifying animals parts 1 and 2. In part 1 children will classify vertebrates and invertebrates from a woodland habitat. In part 2 children will further classify vertebrates from a woodland habitat. Each part contains a worksheet in words and with pictures plus examples of writing children can undertake within the subject. Habitats is about getting children ready to write about how animals, from the woodland, are suited to their habitat. It includes picture prompts, examples of what the writing could look like and a word bank. Lots of challenge in each resource allowing for greater depth learning.
Classifying animals part 2 - year 2
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Classifying animals part 2 - year 2

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These are the slides I use with my year 2 children following on from their work on vertebrates and invertebrates. With this resource students will learn to further classify vertebrates into mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds. I use animals from a woodland habitat. Included: lesson slides worksheet with sorting activity in two formats (worded and pictorial) two challenges (ensuring greater depth learning) example of what writing in the topic might look like word bank simple knowledge organiser You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/classifying-animals-part-1-year-2-12071852 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/habitats-writing-for-science-12063557
Vertebrates &  Invertebrates classifying animals part 1
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Vertebrates & Invertebrates classifying animals part 1

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These are the slides I use with my year two children when classifying animals from a woodland habitat. In part 1 animals are simply divided into two groups: vertebrates and invertebrates. Included: lesson slides A sorting worksheet included in two formats. One with words to sort and another simpler one with pictures. A sample of what writing in the topic would look like. Word bank Knowledge organiser If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews You might also like: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/classifying-animals-part-2-year-2-12072195
Measurement: open ended  investigations for length, mass & time
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Measurement: open ended investigations for length, mass & time

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Here are the measurement investigations I use with my students. Included are investigations for mass, length and time. Each investigation contains a single question which has been differentiated 3 ways to meet the needs of challenge in your class. Children are open to solve the question in their own way and each question has multiple answers making it perfect for classroom or home learning. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/3-open-ended-fraction-investigations-12058545
Habitats: writing for science
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Habitats: writing for science

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Here are the slides I use to prepare my KS1 students to describe how animals are suited to their habitats. The focus is a woodland habitat and the animals who make it their home. This resource offers a lesson starter for Year 2 children, teachers and parents covering knowledge relating to ‘Living Things and their Habitats’, as a part of their science learning. This PDF has opportunities for children to answer questions with a talk partner or as a class to develop their ideas for writing. Included: Short introduction with lots of questions for the class or talk partners A sample of what pupil’s writing might look like Prompts for writing Sets a writing task This is a great opportunity for writing within the subject. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You might also like: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/classifying-animals-part-1-year-2-12071852 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/classifying-animals-part-2-year-2-12072195
Arrays
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Arrays

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Here is a little introduction to arrays. There are three resources. Part 1 has lots of pictures of real life arrays as well as the traditional arrangement of dots. Each with a frame to write multiplication equations. The part 2 resource has lots of arrays made of clip art style pictures with a frame to write multiplication equations. Part 3 has further explanation of arrays and array work presented in various styles ie. in pictures, dots, etc. There is also a template for children to use to make and draw their own array. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You might also be interest in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/fractions-3-open-ended-investigations-12058545
Fractions: 3 Open ended  investigations
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Fractions: 3 Open ended investigations

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Unlock the power of problem-solving with these engaging open-ended fraction investigations. Designed to foster critical thinking for key stage 1 pupils, each investigation centers around a single, thought-provoking question, with three differentiated versions to challenge every student in your class. These investigations encourage students to explore fractions in their own way, with multiple possible answers to each question. This flexibility makes them perfect for both classroom and home learning environments, as they provide opportunities for students to think creatively, collaborate, and discover their own solutions. Whether you’re teaching in a mixed-ability classroom or supporting independent learning at home, these fraction investigations are a versatile tool for building deep understanding and confidence in fractions. Key Features: -3 open-ended fraction investigations -Differentiated for three levels of challenge -Multiple possible answers for each question -Ideal for classroom or home learning -Encourages creativity, critical thinking, and independent problem-solving Empower your students to dive into the world of fractions with these engaging, flexible investigations. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/3-open-ended-maths-measurement-investigations-length-mass-time-year-2-12067636