5 assessment sheets linked to Letters and Sounds, where children say the sound, write a word beginning with the sound and then over or under write the letters. The final sheet includes the sounds ck, ff and ss. Children write a word that ends in each of these sounds. A useful resource at the beginning of the school year and as an ongoing assessment.

6 worksheets for children at KS1. There are pictures on each worksheet. Children decide what word joins the pictures and draw a line e.g. drinking glasses and sight glasses and car bonnet and Easter bonnet. There is a vocabulary sheet showing all of the words used in the worksheets. Children can use this as a reference; mark off the words they find and / or underwrite the words. Children could also write the linking words on the sheets themselves.

Harriet the Hedgehog and the Letter H Objective: Reinforce phonics and early literacy skills by identifying, tracing, and writing words that begin with the letter “h.” Resource Components: Short Story: Read the story to the children and have them listen for words starting with “H”. They can then find and underline the words beginning with ‘h’ and colour the picture of Harriet and Heidi. Activity Sheets and Instructions: Phonics and Story Time: o Read the story, identifying “h” words. Worksheet Activities: o Sheet 1: Write “h” words under each colour picture. o Sheet 2: Complete the activity in black and white. o Sheet 3: Trace “h” words under the pictures. Children could finish off by making up their own story about Harriet the Happy Hedgehog and her friends.

Benny the Happy Bunny and the Letter B Teacher’s Guide for EYFS and KS1 Objective: Reinforce phonics and early literacy skills by identifying, tracing, and writing words that begin with the letter “B.” Resource Components: Short Story: Read the story and have children find and underline words starting with “b.” Next children can colour in the 4 pictures of the story and cut and sequence. Activity Sheets: Sheet 1: Colour Picture Sheet o Includes images of bunny, banana, bath, bird, balloon, butterfly, bus, book, and bee. o Children write the “b” words under each picture. Sheet 2: Black and White Picture Sheet o Same images as Sheet 1 in black and white. o Children write the “b” words under each picture. Sheet 3: Traceable Sheet o Same images as Sheet 2 with “b” words in dotted form. o Children trace the words. Links to Phonics, Story, Reading, Writing:

Learning the Letter P Objective: Reinforce phonics and early literacy skills by identifying, tracing, and writing words that begin with the letter “P.” Resource Components: Short Story: Read the story “Peter, Pam, and the Pets Party” and have children underline the words starting with “P” and then colour the pictures. Activity Instructions: Phonics and Story Time: o Read the story, identifying and underlining “P” words. o Discuss the “P” sound and list other words starting with “P.” Worksheet Activities: o Sheet 1: Label the colour pictures. o Sheet 2: Label and colour in the black and white pictures. o Sheet 3: Trace dotted “P” words and colour in the pictures. This resource supports early literacy development by combining storytelling, phonics, and writing activities in a fun way. Boardmaker licenced.

Alphabet Games A set of game boards for young children to learn the alphabet. Board examples are given which can be changed and adapted to suit the teacher’s/ children’s needs. All the alphabet letters are included, and the pictures used. All you need is a dice, and you are ready to go. For a super effective game board, change the page colours.

Game 1 in this series. Linking Words and Picture Games and Activity Sheets 18 colour picture clues with linking words and written clues. Words can link in 2 ways e.g. Iced lolly or lolly pop. Instructions included: Game 1 Share picture slides 1, 4 and 7 Can children name the objects and think of any words that link with the pictures e.g. apple and tree. They could write these on their whiteboards. Game 2 Share slides 1,4, 7 reading out the 3 clues to go with each picture e.g. Polar, teddy and three. Children work out which picture the clues refer to – bears Repeat for all the pictures on slides 1,4 and 7. Differentiated Game / Activity 3 Cut out the pictures and words and match Pictures to pictures Pictures to words Pictures to 3 clues Pictures to pictures with words

Set 2 in this series. Linking Words and Picture Games and Activity Sheets 18 colour picture clues with linking words and written clues. Words can link in 2 ways e.g. Iced lolly or lolly pop. Instructions included: Game 1 Share picture slides 1, 4 and 7 Can children name the objects and think of any words that link with the pictures e.g. pizza and hut. They could write these on their white boards. Game 2 Share slides 1,4, 7 reading out the 3 clues to go with each picture e.g. piggy, savings and account . Children work out which picture the clues refer to – bank. Repeat for all the pictures on slides 1,4 and 7. Differentiated Game / Activity 3 Cut out the pictures and words and match Pictures to pictures Pictures to words Pictures to 3 clues Pictures to pictures with words

2 sheets showing photos of games and hobbies such as Chess, reading and football. Students talk about the games and hobbies and their likes and dislikes. They then match the numbered pictures to the words in the lists. A good activity to consider free time and leisure and how children use theirs and also suitable for those learning English as a second language.

4 memory games to play with your children improving their concentration and memory. There are 2 black and white and 2 colour. The games are differentiated so that children can start with 8 items to recall and then move on to 10. Children will use their spelling skills also to write the word or for younger children they can dictate their answers. Extend with more objects and/or real objects covered with a cloth as in Kim’s game.

A phonics activity for KS1 or SEN pupils. Here are 5 worksheets where children use the picture cues to sound out and write the words. The words are of 3 and 4 letters. There are also 3 blank template sheets for you, or the children, to make more of their own.

Set 2 in this series. Linking Words and Picture Games and Activity Sheets 18 colour picture clues with linking words and written clues. Words can link in 2 ways e.g. Iced lolly or lolly pop. Instructions included: Game 1 Share picture slides 1, 4 and 7 Can children name the objects and think of any words that link with the pictures e.g. cat and Tom. They could write these on their white boards. Game 2 Share slides 1,4, 7 reading out the 3 clues to go with each picture e.g. desk, mountain, spinning. Children work out which picture the clues refer to – top. Repeat for all the pictures on slides 1,4 and 7. Differentiated Game / Activity 3 Cut out the pictures and words and match Pictures to pictures Pictures to words Pictures to 3 clues Pictures to pictures with words

Children will have fun with these games for any time or the end of the term or school year. There are 12 cards to choose from. The aim of the game is for children to choose a letter of the alphabet for their chosen card and then answer the questions verbally or written e.g. the blue card catergories are hospital, family, cafe, chemist, winter and summer. If a child chooses the letter C, then answers could be: cousin for family; coffee for cafe; cough medicine for chemist, cold for winter and cool for summer. Each of the 12 cards has 6 different categories on them. The game could be carried out with a timer or a bell ring to signify the end. Add points to make it more interesting. Links to speaking and listening and works well in groups, pairs or against the clock. Useful for children learning English as a second language increasing vocabulary and understanding.

A topical set of resources based on the Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022. Links to Sports topics and literacy. Activity sheets provide a range of activities and can be used in different ways at KS1. Sheet 1 shows 12 events that form part of the Commonwealth games. Children can name these, talk about them and categorise them such as team games and individual events. What equipment is needed for each event? Sheet 2 shows the pictures without the names of the events. Children can label the events or/ and cut and match to sheet 1 or sheet 3. Sheet 3 shows the names of events with no pictures. Children can draw in events, write key words or paste the pictures from sheet 2. The final sheet shows a list of all the events. Children can write a sentence or phrase about each one.

Delve into this engaging way to introduce phonics to KS1 learners or to consolidate or assess knowledge and learning. This resource includes a collection of 9 creative games, each built around the theme of phonics, using tumbling tower blocks. These activities bolster skills like recognizing initial sounds, blending sounds to form words, sequencing the alphabet, and familiarizing children with picture and letter recognition. The lessons / activities planned have clear objectives, a list of resources, and straightforward steps for the games themselves. For teachers, the activities require minimal preparation time and so are easily integrated into the daily routine. For learners these games provide opportunity for fun and teamwork.

Are you looking to engage your Key Stage 1 children in a fun and educational way as the term wraps up? Here is a pack of 10 interactive set of tasks allowing your children to wind down while keeping their minds active. Each poster can be used at its current A4 size or can be enlarged for bigger groups and has been designed with a variety of tasks to suit a range of abilities. The 8 tasks on each sheet include: Mazes to challenge problem-solving skills and spatial awareness Handwriting exercises to reinforce good writing practices Counting activities to boost math proficiency Speaking and listening tasks to improve communication skills Symmetry exercises to promote an understanding of shapes and patterns Word art tasks to bolster vocabulary and artistic abilities Spot-the-difference games for enhancing attention to detail Word search to enrich language and spelling The pack also includes a blank template for you or the children to create their own game posters. This resource is useful for classroom, at home or in after-school settings. Children can work individually, with a friend or a group to complete the tasks.

These Heart Alphabet Phonics Puzzles are for KS1 children and are a fun way to teach the alphabet and phonics. Materials: 7 heart-shaped puzzles, each with 4 sections.1 blank heart puzzle template included. Each of the 4 sections in the hearts feature a letter sound and related colour pictures. Children trace lines around the hearts and puzzle pieces for cutting. Introduce each letter sound with its pictures. Practice saying sounds and naming the pictures. Cut along lines and re assemble hearts. Extension: Use a range of different sections from different hearts to form simple words. Display: Showcase completed puzzles. Link to your shape work in maths.

A unit of work, complete with resources, for Key Stage 1, focusing on the theme of the four seasons using a fun heart puzzle. This unit or work is designed to be interactive and engaging, encouraging children to learn about the seasons through a combination of artistic expression, discussion, reading, writing and hands-on activities. The progression from tracing outlines, colouring and cutting to more complex tasks like vocabulary matching and personal expression caters to a range of skills and learning styles. There are 6 activities with corresponding worksheets, together with a planning sheet showing objectives, resources needed and step by stop instructions. The resource includes picture and symbols. *Boardmaker licenced. Links to Weather, Seasons, Phonics, Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening and games.

Circle of Learning Cards is a literacy-focused resource that brings fun to the classroom. The activities enhance vocabulary, promote critical thinking and link to reading, writing and speaking and listening. There are 10 worksheets with 8 circular cards on each page. Each page is colour coded. There is a blank template for children to make their own cards. There is a planning sheet with 3 activity ideas for teachers including objectives, resources needed and instructions. Engaging Visual Learning: The cards are designed with colourful illustrations and text that engage learners and sparks imagination. Promotes Critical Thinking and Discussion: The cards encourage children to observe, describe, and infer meanings. For example, asking “What does it mean to be ‘all tied up’?” prompts children to explore figurative language and context clues. Enhances Vocabulary and Language Skills: Cards introduce new vocabulary and phrases in a fun, memorable way. Children can expand their language skills, learn new words, and practice using them in context. Supports Creative Expression: The resource includes activities where children create their own cards, encouraging them to express their ideas and creativity. By designing cards like “Sporty Turtle” or “Rainbow Fish,” children practice writing descriptive text and drawing illustrations, integrating art with literacy. Interactive and Fun: The cards include interactive activities such as the “Feely Bag Matching Game,” which combines tactile exploration with literacy skills. A fun end of term lesson too!

A phonics activity where children have 8 words containing ‘EN’ to find: Pen, ten, hen, den, men, oven, women and engine. Picture symbols will support children with their spellings and reading. There is an answer sheet included. There are 2 worksheets: Children read and answer simple questions to find the correct ‘EN’ words and write their answers. Children label the 8 picture symbols of words with ‘EN’. Boardmaker licenced.