Here are two simple, fun cross stitch patterns to use with KS2 pupils, although they may be suitable for upper years of KS1 also. The pattern charts are on pdfs. They have coloured blocks. Each block is equal to one cross stitch. I have also included some basic cross stitch information/instructions and a photograph of the finished picture. The patterns are stitched on 6 count binca material and obviously can be completed in any colour combinations. The wing shapes are completed in simple back stitch. Have fun and I hope your pupils enjoy stitching the pictures. Here are some further links for other fun, simple cross stitch designs on binca: (All patterns can also be stitched on aida fabric but note that the finished design will be smaller) Easy Christmas Tree Cross Stitch: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12946295 Easy Easter Egg designs: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12980258 Easy Poppy Cross Stitch design: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12742390 Positive Mind Set Design ‘Dream, Hope, Believe, Achieve’ : https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12962781 Collection (20) of mini cross stitch motifs: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12692137

KS2 Descriptive Writing Paragraph -Volcano Eruption Creative/descriptive writing example. Key Features: Modelling creative language choices/figurative language; kS2 grammatical features such as varied sentence starters and structures; fronted adverbials; expanded noun phrases; varied punctuation. Used when working with small groups of Year 6 pupils tasked with writing their own short narrative paragraph(s). Suitable for KS2. This resource is also available as a Powerpoint: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12984370 Further descriptive paragraphs can be found at following: Dragons: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959414 (word doc) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959437 (ppwerpoint) KS2 Descriptive Writing Paragraph – Abandoned House in Forest: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960501 Same paragraph as a powerpoint https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12978017 Also, a resource with ideas of how to make descriptive/creative writing more exciting using figurative language: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12986538

A modern re-telling of the popular fairy tale. Suitable for use in KS1 as a simple story example; an early comprehension exercise - and also for KS2 - as a tool for comprehension; descriptive, creative writing example, illustrating varied sentence structures, use of dialogue to progress story, variety of punctuation and figurative language. There are some straightforward questions at the end of the powerpoint for use if needed. See also my other KS2 TES resources for descriptive/creative writing examples: Dragons! Powerpoint and written: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959437 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959414 Abandoned House https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960501 Volcano! https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960494

Cross Stitch Positive Words Binca Pattern Positive Mind set cross stitch pattern on binca fabric Here is a simple, fun cross stitch pattern to use with KS2 pupils, although it may be suitable for upper years of KS1 also. ** Dream, Hope, Believe, Achieve** I have included some basic information/instructions and a pattern as a pdf with coloured crosses. Each cross on the pattern = one cross stitch. The pattern is stitched on 6 count binca material and obviously can be completed in any colour combinations. The border can be cross stitched, a simple back stitch or left blank. Have fun and I hope your pupils enjoy stitching the design. Here are some further links for other fun, simple cross stitch designs on binca: (All patterns can be stitched on aida fabric but note that the finished design will be smaller) Easy Christmas Tree Cross Stitch: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12946295 Easy Easter Egg designs: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12980258 Easy Poppy Cross Stitch design: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12742390 Single Bee and ‘Bee Happy’ Logo designs: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959872 Collection (20) of mini cross stitch motifs: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12692137

Short Story Powerpoint - Creative/Descriptive Writing Example. Suitable for use in KS1/KS2 - as a tool for comprehension; descriptive, creative writing story example, illustrating varied sentence structures, variety of punctuation and figurative language. There are some straightforward questions at the end of the powerpoint for use if needed. See also my other KS2 TES resources for descriptive/creative writing examples: Dragons! Powerpoint and written: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959437 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959414 Abandoned House https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960501 Volcano! https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960494

Great descriptive/creative writing example - erupting volcano! Descriptive paragraph included plus: Key features include: examples of creative language choices/vocabulary in order to create mood/atmosphere/setting of the point at which a volcano erupts. Illustrates expanded noun phrases//fronted adverbials/varied sentence structures Suitable for KS2. This resource is also available as a word document: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960494 See also my other KS2 TES resources for descriptive/creative writing examples: Dragons! Powerpoint : https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959437 Dragons as a word doc: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959414 Abandoned House: KS2 Descriptive Writing Paragraph – Abandoned House in Forest: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960501 Same paragraph as a powerpoint https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12978017 Also, a resource with ideas of how to make descriptive/creative writing more exciting using figurative language: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12986538 Descriptive Writing Thunderstorm Pdf: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13106981

Descriptive writing paragraph example for KS2. Approaching an abandoned house through a dark forest at night. Modelling creative language choices/figurative language; kS2 grammatical features such as varied sentence starters and structures; fronted adverbials; expanded noun phrases; varied punctuation. Used when working with small groups of Year 6 pupils tasked with writing their own short narrative paragraph(s). Suitable for KS2. This resource is also available as a word document: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960501 See also my other KS2 TES resources for descriptive/creative writing examples: Dragons! : https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959437 (powerpoint) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959414 (word doc) Volcano! https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960494 (word doc) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12984370 (powerpoint) Descriptive Writing Thunderstorm Pdf: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13106981 Also, a resource with ideas of how to make descriptive/creative writing more exciting using figurative language: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12986538

Here is a simple quick to make Easter Egg cross stitch patterns - to use with KS2 pupils, although it may also be suitable for upper years of KS1. The colour cross stitch pattern chart is on a pdf. The eggs can be completed in any colour. Pictures and patterns are a guide only. This has coloured crosses. Each cross is equal to one cross stitch. I have also included some basic cross stitch information/instructions. Would be great to use as front of a Handmade Easter Card or as a lovely framed picture! Finished size of each egg: approx: 5cm x 4cm on 6 count binca. If stitched on 14 count aida, the finished picture will be smaller. The pattern is stitched on 6 count binca material using 6 strands of stranded cotton and a blunt tapestry needle. Here are some further easy to make cross stitch patterns for binca cross stitch fabric. Pictures can be stitched on aida fabric also, but the finished pictures would be smaller: ‘Dream, Hope, Believe, Achieve’ Positive Mind Set Cross Stitch: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12962781 Christmas Tree Quick Make - Ideal for Card Making: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12946295 Bees - single Bee and ‘Bee Happy’ picture: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959872 Poppy Cross Stitch - Easy make pattern: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12742390 Collection of Mini Cross Stitch Motifs: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12692137 Easter Fun Facts Powerpoint/Wordsearch/Word Unscramble Game. KS1/KS2 can be found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12975694

This resource can be used in creative writing for earthquakes and volcanoes • Short narrative example for an Earthquake – modelling some of the descriptive language and grammatical features/structure that pupils could use in their own stories. Although primarily used for Year 6, the information could be used for other ks2 year groups. If you liked this resource, see my other resource pack on earthquake/volcano descriptive writing which includes additional resources - https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12785584 This separate resource includes: • Word bank/sentence starters/content idea cards for earthquake and volcano descriptive writing/narratives a set of quick reference idea cards and story model used when working with small groups of Year 6 pupils who were tasked with writing their own short narratives as part of their studies on earthquakes and volcanoes. Thank you!

KS2 Descriptive Writing Paragraph– Abandoned House Creative/descriptive writing example. Key Features: Modelling creative language choices/figurative language; kS2 grammatical features such as embedded clauses; varied sentence starters and structures; fronted adverbials; expanded noun phrases. Used when working with small groups of Year 6 pupils tasked with writing their own short narrative paragraph(s). Suitable for KS2. This resource is also available as a powerpoint: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12978017 Further descriptive paragraphs can be found at following: Erupting Volcano: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960494 (word doc) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12984370 (powerpoint) Dragon! https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959414 (word doc) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959437 (powerpoint) Also, a resource with ideas of how to make descriptive/creative writing more exciting using figurative language: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12986538

Two short chiller stories which can be used as a great model for KS2 to write their own narratives. The models have been used for Year 6 Literacy groups when creating their own chiller stories. Second story is annotated with a structure summary alongside. See my other Chiller resource pack (link below) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12785581 This separate resource pack includes in addition to the stories: • Chiller structure/feature word bank cards Descriptive writing feature guidance • Vocabulary idea card

KS2 Powerpoint - Descriptive Writing Paragraph Models: Dragon Volcano Earthquake Abandoned House Chiller Intro - Alone! These paragraphs can be used to illustrate key features of KS2 descriptive writing. Can also be used as ideas/models for story starters. Key Features: Modelling creative language choices/figurative language; kS2 grammatical features such as embedded clauses; varied sentence starters and structures; fronted adverbials; expanded noun phrases. Used when working with small groups of Year 6 pupils tasked with writing their own short narrative paragraph(s). Suitable for KS2.

KS2 Year 6 Sats Reading Comprehension – ‘Retrieval’ and ‘Word Meaning in Context’ Practice The questions that follow the short fiction story (The Hare and The Tortoise’ by Aesop ) cover content domains: 2a = to give or explain the meaning of words in context. 2b = retrieve and record information or identify key details from fiction and non-fiction. They are straightforward questions written in the style of SATS retrieval/word meaning questions. Another retrieval/meaning/summary practice story with questions can be found here https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13019793

KS2 Year 6 Sats Reading Comprehension – ‘Retrieval’ / ‘Word Meaning in Context’ /Summary Practice The questions that follow the short fiction story (The Hare and The Tortoise’ by Aesop ) cover content domains: 2a = to give or explain the meaning of words in context. 2b = retrieve and record information or identify key details from fiction and non-fiction. 2c = to summarise main ideas from more than one paragraph. They are straightforward SATS style questions. Another retrieval/meaning practice story with questions can be found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13018091

Fun powerpoint for use as morning starter or filler fun activity. Suitable for KS2 A KS1 ‘name 5 things’ can be found on this link: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13038457

KS2 Descriptive Writing Paragraph Model: A Mystery! Starter Paragraph set in 3 different times - past/present/future. These paragraphs can be used to illustrate key features of KS2 descriptive writing pupils all start with the same character at the beginning of a mystery story, but chooses one of 3 beginnings - each paragraph sets the character in a different time - one from the past, one present day and one set in the future. Fun way to encourage creative writing. Used when working with small groups of Year 6 pupils tasked with writing their own short narrative paragraph(s). Suitable for KS2.

Fun powerpoint for use as morning starter or filler fun activity. Suitable for KS1 KS2 Name 5 Things can be found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13038464

Great descriptive/creative writing example paragraph - describing a thunderstorm. Can be used to introduce a descriptive writing activity for pupils. Also included are notes re: which features to include to make writing more expressive. Key features include: examples of creative language choices/vocabulary in order to create mood/atmosphere/setting. Illustrates expaned noun phrases/adverbials/varied sentence structures. Suitable for KS2. Further descriptive paragraphs can be found at following: Erupting Volcano: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960494 (word doc) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12984370 (powerpoint) Abandoned House in Forest: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12960501 (word doc) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12978017 (powerpoint) Dragon hunting: KS2 Descriptive Writing Paragraph Model – Dragon! https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959414 Same dragon paragraph as a Powerpoint: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959437 Also, a resource with ideas of how to make descriptive/creative writing more exciting using figurative language: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12986538

Buy this pack of** 3 **narratives to utilise as examples to use in creative writing/descriptive writing sessions. Primarily used for Year 6 Literacy Groups. Could be suitable for lower KS2 Year Groups. Included: Earthquake/Volcano story Chiller/Suspense stories (second story annotated with structure guidance) A Greek Myth re-imagined - featuring Theseus and Hydra. An imagined greek myth featuring Theseus and Hydra - used to assist pupils to invent their own version of a Greek Myth. My other resource packs with additional material for earthquakes/volcano and chiller/suspense narrative construction can be found here : https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12785584 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12785581 Thank you for looking at my resource.

Here is a simple quick to make Christmas Tree cross stitch pattern - to use with KS2 pupils, although it may also be suitable for upper years of KS1. The colour cross stitch pattern chart is on a pdf. This has coloured crosses. Each cross is equal to one cross stitch. I have also included some basic cross stitch information/instructions. Would be great to use as front of a Handmade Christmas Card! Finished size: approx: 3" x 2" The pattern is stitched on 6 count binca material using 6 strands of stranded cotton and a blunt tapestry needle. Here are some further links for other fun, simple cross stitch designs on binca: (All patterns can be stitched on aida fabric but note that the finished design will be smaller) Easy Easter Egg designs: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12980258 Easy Poppy Cross Stitch design: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12742390 Single Bee and ‘Bee Happy’ Logo designs: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12959872 Collection (20) of mini cross stitch motifs: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12692137 Positive Mind Set Design - ‘Dream, Hope, Believe, Achieve’: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12962781