Hello! I'm Cynthia, and welcome to Glowing Pedagogy: Sparking Joy, Inspiring Minds!
At Glowing Pedagogy, we believe in creating connections, not just resources. Each product is thoughtfully designed to inspire teachers and pupils, bringing excitement, purpose, and joy to every learning experience. Specialising in literacy and phonics, our essential resources for EY to Year 1 are perfect for enriching both classroom and home-schooling environments.
Hello! I'm Cynthia, and welcome to Glowing Pedagogy: Sparking Joy, Inspiring Minds!
At Glowing Pedagogy, we believe in creating connections, not just resources. Each product is thoughtfully designed to inspire teachers and pupils, bringing excitement, purpose, and joy to every learning experience. Specialising in literacy and phonics, our essential resources for EY to Year 1 are perfect for enriching both classroom and home-schooling environments.
Boost your students reading journey with Tricky Words Sentence Cards - List 1, and watch their confidence soar!
Ideal For:
Primary school students
Home schooling sessions
Supplemental reading practice
Classroom centers and group activities
TRICKY WORDS SENTENCE CARDS
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Enhance Early Reading Skills with Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 2! Perfect for young learners, our printable sentence cards make tricky words fun and accessible. Ideal for classroom use or at-home practice, these cards are designed to improve phonics, reading fluency, and word recognition. Loved by teachers and parents alike, this resource is a must-have for literacy development. Download now and watch your students’ confidence soar!
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 2
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Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 1
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Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 3
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Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 6
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Incorporating motor skill activities into learning routines, especially for young children, can be beneficial for both their physical development and cognitive growth.
Steps:
Print them
Laminate them
Stick them or hang them
Ask children to:
Call Out a Word: Call out a tricky word from the list.
Tap on the Word: Ask the children to find the called-out word and tap on it with their hand.
Spell and Tap: For an added challenge, ask the children to spell the word out loud while tapping on each letter.
Sentence Formation: Have the children tap on multiple words and then use those words to form a sentence.
Jump on the Words: Call out a tricky word and have the children find and jump on the corresponding word on the floor.
Word Hunt: Hide some words around the room and let the children search for them, bringing each word back to the floor to place in the correct spot.
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My students adore these resources, and I’m sure yours will too. Most importantly, these resources are highly effective.
Tricky Words Display
Tricky Words Display Flowers
Tricky Words Worksheets
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 1
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 2
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 3
7.Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 4
8. Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 5
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 6
Tricky Words Moon Display
Incorporating motor skill activities into learning routines, especially for young children, can be beneficial for both their physical development and cognitive growth.
Steps:
Print them
Laminate them
Stick them on the floor
Ask children to:
Jump on the Words: Call out a tricky word and have the children find and jump on the corresponding word on the floor.
Create Sentences: Ask the children to jump on a sequence of words and then use those words to create a sentence.
Word Hunt: Hide some words around the room and let the children search for them, bringing each word back to the floor to place in the correct spot.
Click here to find 84 pages of Tricky Words Worksheets
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My students adore these resources, and I’m sure yours will too. Most importantly, these resources are highly effective.
Tricky Words Display
Tricky Words Display Flowers
Tricky Words Worksheets
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 1
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 2
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 3
7.Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 4
8. Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 5
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 6
This collection of 30 high-quality Italy-themed printables is perfect for Italian-themed parties, classroom activities, and home decor. Instantly download and customize these beautiful Italian designs to bring the timeless charm of Italy to your space. Whether you’re planning an Italian-inspired party, decorating for a travel-themed classroom, or enhancing your home with Italian art prints, these versatile printables are ideal for any occasion. Explore Italy maps, famous landmarks, and more to add a touch of Italian elegance to your events or educational spaces.
Italy Printables | Italian-Themed Party Decor, Classroom Activities & Home Decor
Astro Girl worksheets contains 38 meticulously crafted pages inspired by the book “Astro Girl” by Ken Wilson-Max.
Astro Girl Nouns: Brainstorming and defining
Astro Girl Nouns Practice: Tick and circle the nouns
Astro Girl Vocabulary Display: Engaging visuals for word association
Astro Girl Vocabulary Practice: Trace, read, and match
Astro Girl Creative Expression: Read words and bring them to life through drawing
Astro Girl Word Challenge: Exciting word search and crossword puzzle
Astro Girl Building Sentences: Interactive sentence mats for language development
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ASTRO GIRL WORKSHEETS TO LEARN NOUNS
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“Astro Girl Activities” is not just a teaching resource; it’s an immersive linguistic adventure that brings the magic of Astro Girl into your classroom. Elevate your students’ understanding of nouns, boost vocabulary, and create a dynamic learning environment with this carefully curated TPT teacher resource.
Nouns Astro Girl Vocabulary Activities and Sentences for KS1
Encourage positive self-talk and emotional growth this festive season with these Christmas Affirmation Cards and Colouring Pages for Kids! Designed for Early Years-Year 1, this set of 10 vibrant affirmation cards supports young children in building self-confidence, resilience, and a growth mindset—all in a cheerful, child-friendly style. These positive affirmation printables are ideal for fostering social-emotional learning (SEL) and creating a warm, supportive environment at home, in the classroom, or during counselling sessions.
Each card includes simple, child-friendly affirmations with charming Christmas-themed images, perfect for introducing young learners to the power of positive self-talk. Use these cards in multiple ways: display them as posters, incorporate them into morning routines, or allow children to choose a card each day for a mindful start.
Why You’ll Love This Resource:
Ideal for Early Years, Reception, and Year 1
Builds self-esteem and encourages positive thinking
Supports social-emotional development and classroom management
Easy-to-print format for posters or individual cards
Perfect for holiday-themed SEL activities or daily use
Give the gift of positive thinking this Christmas and help young children develop self-belief with these delightful affirmations. An excellent addition to any SEL, character education, or festive activity collection!
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Positive Affirmation Cards and Christmas Colouring Pages for Kids | Self-Talk and SEL Printables
Explore the wonders of botany with this comprehensive KS1 Science Unit on Growing Plants and Growing Seeds! This resource is perfect for young learners eager to understand the plant life cycle and the different parts of plants. With engaging slides and interactive worksheets, this unit promotes hands-on learning and critical thinking in science education.
What’s Included:
Growing Seeds Lesson Plan Slides and Assessment Worksheet:
This “Growing Seeds” lesson plan provides an engaging and easy-to-follow guide to teaching the plant life cycle. With 9 visually appealing slides and 1 comprehensive assessment worksheet, students will explore the stages of seed germination and plant growth.
Growing Plants: Plant Parts - Lesson Slides and Worksheets:
This resource includes a PowerPoint presentation filled with informative lesson slides, interactive activities, and visual learning tools. The pack also features 4 PDF worksheets to help students match and identify the different parts of a plant (roots, stems, leaves, flowers) and understand their functions.
Growing Plants: Plant Parts We Eat - Lesson Slides & Worksheets:
Introduce your students to the fascinating topic of plant parts we eat with this engaging lesson pack for KS1! This resource includes 18 interactive lesson slides and an 8-page PDF filled with printable worksheets available in both colorful and black-and-white versions.
Year 1 Science Unit: Growing Plants and Growing Seeds - Slides and Worksheets
This 36-page Year 4 Nouns Lesson Plan Package: Proper, Common, Singular & Plural Nouns is designed to help students master proper, common, singular, and plural nouns while making meaningful connections to identity and cultural heritage through the book “The Name Jar.” This comprehensive resource is perfect for teachers looking to integrate language arts with social-emotional learning.
3 Comprehensive Daily Lesson Plans: Each plan is carefully structured with clear learning objectives, engaging activities, and formative assessments following a constructivist approach. This ensures students gain a deep understanding of nouns and their usage through active exploration and connection to their own experiences.
23-Slide PowerPoint Presentation: A visually engaging, step-by-step guide that complements the lesson plans, helping students navigate through the lessons with ease and clarity.
5 Nouns Worksheets: These worksheets provide targeted practice on proper, common, singular, and plural nouns, featuring varied exercises to cater to different learning styles.
2 Tutti Fruti Games - Nouns Worksheets Game: A fun classroom activity with a scoring system that encourages children to think creatively and expand their vocabulary. This game is perfect for all ages and adds an interactive element to learning about nouns.
Nouns Lesson Plan Package for Year 4: Proper, Common, Singular and Plural Nouns
Boost reading fluency and word recognition with this comprehensive set of Tricky Words Flashcards and Sentence Cards! Designed for sight words and high-frequency words practice, these printables are perfect for early readers, Year 1 classrooms, and EAL students. Use the flashcards for individual or group activities, while the sentence cards help pupils practise tricky words in context.
Ideal for daily literacy centres, guided reading sessions, or independent practice, these printables support phonics instruction and build confidence in young readers. Whether you’re reinforcing tricky words or helping pupils master sight words, these versatile resources are an essential tool for any teacher!
Tricky Words Flashcards & Sentence Cards Printables | Sight Words & High-Frequency Words Activities
These resources are divided into 6 phases that can be used 1 whole academic year!
Phase 1 Tricky Words | Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 1
Phase 2 Tricky Words | Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 2
Phase 3 Tricky Words | Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 3
Phase 4 Tricky Words |Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 4
Phase 5 Tricky Words | Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 5
Phase 6 Tricky Words | Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 6
Math Activities and Games for Preschool to Year 2,’ your go-to resource for engaging play-based and student-centered learning experiences!
Designed for children aged 3 and up, these activities are crafted to instill a deep understanding of making ten using dynamic ten frames. Through interactive exercises, young learners will develop essential skills such as comparing numbers, reading numerals, and mastering ten-frame construction in both numerical and written formats. Dive into a world where children explore the composition of numbers while honing their counting and addition abilities. Elevate your classroom with ‘Making 10 Games and Activities’ and watch your students thrive!"
Here’s a list of what children can learn from “Making 10 Games and Activities”:
Mastery of making ten through ten frames.
Comparison of numbers and quantities.
Recognition and reading of numerals.
Understanding of building numbers in a ten-frame format.
Ability to write numbers in both numerals and words.
Comprehension of number composition.
Practice in counting skills.
8.Enhancement of addition skills.
9.Engagement in play-based learning experiences.
10.Development of critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
MATH GAMES AND ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOL TO YEAR2
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Scaffolding to learn about “Significant People in History”
This resource, centered on inquiry-based learning, presents a comprehensive approach to exploring significant artists in history. Featuring 21 pages, it offers a wealth of materials to enhance student engagement and understanding.
Inside, you’ll uncover:
Opportunities to identify and learn about notable artists from history.
Writing exercises to document newfound knowledge and insights.
A creative activity inspired by Vincent van Gogh’s masterpiece, “The Starry Night.”
Art-making prompts using polka dots as a technique for creating unique artwork.
Explorations into the principles of cubism through hands-on activities.
Reading comprehension tasks accompanied by fill-in-the-gap exercises focusing on Mozart’s life and achievements.
The chance to experience and play Mozart’s renowned composition, “A Little Night Music.”
FAMOUS ARTISTS LESSON PLAN
These activities are thoughtfully curated to foster curiosity, creativity, and a deeper appreciation for the artistic contributions of individuals throughout history.
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Set 1: HISTORICAL FIGURES LESSON PLAN
Set 2:FAMOUS ARTISTS LESSON PLAN
Set 3:THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF SIGNIFICANT PEOPLE IN HISTORY LESSON PLAN
Set 4:HISTORICAL ICONS LESSON PLAN
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Tricky Words Worksheets
Engage your students and enhance their literacy skills with this comprehensive collection of 84 Tricky Words Worksheets. Designed to help young learners master those challenging sight words, this resource is perfect for reinforcing reading and writing skills.
What’s Included:
Tricky Words and Dictation Charts: Handy charts to guide students through proper spelling and usage of tricky words.
Tricky Words Worksheets: Exercises to reinforce learning and build confidence in word recognition and usage.
Perfect For:
Grade Levels: Suitable for primary grades where mastering tricky words is essential.
Homeschooling: Great for parents looking for structured, effective literacy practice.
Supplemental Learning: A valuable resource for extra practice and review.
Boost your students’ reading and writing skills with these effective and engaging tricky words worksheets. Purchase now and make literacy learning a breeze!
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Tricky Words Worksheets
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 1
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Set 4
Scaffolding to learn about “Significant People in History”.
This resource, centered on inquiry-based learning, presents a comprehensive approach to exploring the contributions of significant historical figures to the world. With 36 pages, it offers a rich array of materials to foster student engagement and deepen understanding.
Inside, you’ll find:
Opportunities to complete web diagrams, visualizing the connections between significant people and their contributions.
Engaging activities to create glowing water, providing a hands-on exploration of scientific concepts.
Reading comprehension tasks focusing on Bill Gates, with accompanying questions to assess understanding.
Writing exercises to reflect on and summarize the contributions of Bill Gates, Mother Teresa, and Albert Einstein.
Prompts to identify and write about the professions of significant historical figures.
Creative role-playing activities, such as acting out as a talking statue, to encourage imaginative exploration.
Summative assessments to evaluate understanding and knowledge retention through written responses.
These varied activities are designed to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity, empowering students to gain a deeper appreciation for the impact of historical figures on our world.
HISTORICAL ICONS LESSON PLAN
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Set 1: HISTORICAL FIGURES LESSON PLAN
Set 2:FAMOUS ARTISTS LESSON PLAN
Set 3:THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF SIGNIFICANT PEOPLE IN HISTORY LESSON PLAN
Set 4:HISTORICAL ICONS LESSON PLAN
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Scaffolding to learn about “The Contributions of Significant People in History”
This inquiry-based learning resource takes a thorough approach to investigating the contributions of significant historical figures. Spanning 22 pages, it offers a rich array of materials designed to facilitate student engagement and comprehension.
Within this resource, you’ll find:
Opportunities to articulate and understand the impact of significant individuals on the world.
Activities utilizing Google Maps to precisely locate the birthplaces of historical figures.
Interactive chart completion exercises focusing on countries associated with these individuals.
Collaborative learning experiences through the think-pair-share technique.
Creative projects, such as making a wig, to deepen understanding and foster hands-on learning.
These activities are thoughtfully crafted to encourage critical thinking, geographical awareness, and creative expression, providing students with a holistic understanding of the contributions made by significant figures throughout history.
THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF SIGNIFICANT PEOPLE IN HISTORY
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Set 1: HISTORICAL FIGURES LESSON PLAN
Set 2:FAMOUS ARTISTS LESSON PLAN
Set 3:THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF SIGNIFICANT PEOPLE IN HISTORY LESSON PLAN
Set 4:HISTORICAL ICONS LESSON PLAN
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Tricky Words
My students adore these resources, and I’m sure yours will too. Most importantly, these resources are highly effective.
Tricky Words Display
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Tricky Words Worksheets
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 1
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 2
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 3
7.Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 4
8. Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 5
Tricky Words Sentence Cards List 6
Scaffolding to learn about “Significant People in History”
Part 1
This resource, centered on inquiry-based learning, offers a comprehensive approach to exploring significant people in history. With 37 pages featuring project answers, it provides a wealth of materials to support student engagement and understanding.
Inside, you’ll discover:
A skill-building exercise to identify significant historical figures.
Opportunities to complete the KWL (Know, Want to know, Learned) thinking routine.
Matching activities to connect significant people with their corresponding pictures.
Descriptive passages about significant people in history, accompanied by picture matching tasks.
Reading passages and discussion prompts to delve deeper into the lives and contributions of historical figures.
Utilization of Padlet, an online collaborative platform, to document and share newfound knowledge about a significant person in history.
These activities are carefully designed to guide students through exploration, analysis, and reflection, fostering a deeper appreciation for the individuals who have shaped our world.
HISTORICAL FIGURES LESSON PLAN
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Set 2:FAMOUS ARTISTS LESSON PLAN
Set 3:THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF SIGNIFICANT PEOPLE IN HISTORY LESSON PLAN
Set 4:HISTORICAL ICONS LESSON PLAN
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Transform your classroom with our exciting Astro Girl-themed worksheets, designed to make learning engaging and fun for young learners. Whether you’re teaching story sequencing, vocabulary, grammar, or reading comprehension, these resources provide a creative way to enhance essential literacy skills. From sequencing activities that reinforce adverbs of time to noun and verb worksheets that solidify grammar understanding, each worksheet pack is crafted to support early literacy and writing development. Perfect for Year 1 and Year 2 students, these worksheets are ideal for teachers looking to enrich their lessons with dynamic and interactive content.
You will find:
Astro Girl Sequencing Worksheets: Teach story sequencing with 24 pages of colourful and black-and-white worksheets. Includes activities like cut and sequence with images, draw the sequence, and write the sequence using picture prompts. Perfect for practising adverbs of time such as First, Next, Then, After That, Finally, and Last.
Astro Girl Vocabulary and Sentences: Boost students’ vocabulary with engaging Astro Girl-themed worksheets. Includes activities for learning new words and creating sentences, enhancing both reading and writing skills. Great for early literacy and comprehension development.
Astro Girl Worksheets to Learn Nouns: Develop a solid understanding of nouns with these Astro Girl-themed worksheets. Activities cover common, proper, singular, and plural nouns, ideal for building a strong grammar foundation.
Astro Girl: Verb Power! Worksheets with Sentences: Learn about action verbs with the help of Astro Girl! These worksheets feature sentence-building activities to help students understand how to use verbs effectively, improving both grammar and writing skills.
Ken Wilson - Astro Girl Reading Comprehension Worksheets: Engage students with reading comprehension worksheets based on Ken Wilson’s Astro Girl. The questions are designed for levels ranging from beginner to intermediate.
Astro Girl Bundle: Sequencing, Vocabulary, Nouns, Verbs, and Reading Comprehension
Significant People in History | Worksheets and Assessments
These resources are part of “Significant People in History | Famous People Bundle”.
24 pages in A-4 format including worksheets and assessments:
5Ws worksheet
Reading and matching activities
Cards game
Reading comprehension: Mozart
Professions worksheet
Jobs worksheet
Countries and Nationalities worksheets
Reading comprehension: Bill Gates
Written assessment: Significant People in History
Oil Pastel Self-Portrait activity
My favourite significant people worksheet
Rubric: Talking Statue
Sidney, Stella and the Moon collection features:
Sidney, Stella and the Moon Story Sequencing: This set includes 17 differentiated worksheets in both colourful and black-and-white versions. Perfect for helping students practice story sequencing and comprehension.
Sidney, Stella and the Moon Vocabulary Posters - Adjectives and Nouns for Year 1: Bright and captivating posters that introduce Year 1 students to adjectives and nouns, supporting vocabulary development and classroom decor.
Facts About the Moon for Kids: Word Order Activity: A 10-page activity designed for Years 1 and 2 to practice word order by cutting out words and arranging them correctly, perfect for young learners fascinated by the moon.
Moon Fact or Fiction Interactive Digital Game for Kids: Designed for Year 1 and Year 2 students, this no-prep, interactive slide game features 32 pages, including 1 page with a clear definition and 31 pages of exciting fact-or-fiction questions. Perfect for KS1, this interactive quiz-style activity engages kids with moon facts in a fun, digital format.
Is it a Fact About the Moon?: Yes/No Activity and Worksheets: 8-page Yes/No Moon Facts Activity and Worksheets set. Available in both colourful and black-and-white versions, these versatile resources are perfect for KS1 and KS2. Use them as standalone activities or worksheets to assess students’ knowledge of moon facts. This resource encourages critical thinking and is ideal for classroom or homeschool settings.
Sidney, Stella and the Moon Year 1 Punctuation Worksheets with Answers
Ideal for Year 1 and suitable for Year 2.
Sidney, Stella and the Moon for Year 1 Bundle
