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This bundle contains a 60-slide PowerPoint lesson and a 13-page workbook on using the colon appropriately in writing.
PowerPoint Lesson
This is a highly visual and fully editable, 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on using colons appropriately. The PowerPoint explains how to use colons in writing to:
expand on / illustrate independent clauses.
introduce lists within sentences.
introduce quotations.
emphasise a word or phrase at the end of a sentence
The PowerPoint contains many examples and opportunities for pupils to practise to use colons appropriately. It also contains a link to a short video on colons.
Worksheets
This resource contains a 13-page workbook (with five information sheets and eight worksheets) on using colons in writing. Answers are included. Click on the resource link for further details.
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This bundle contains six PowerPoint lessons on the following punctuation devices:
The Possessive Apostrophe
The Apostrophe for Omission
Commas in Lists
The Question Mark and Exclamation Mark
Inverted Comma (Speech Marks)
Full Stops
The Possessive Apostrophe
This is an editable, 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on the possessive apostrophe. It explains how to use the apostrophe to show possession for singular and plural nouns. The PowerPoint provides lots of examples and opportunities for students to use the apostrophe appropriately. The presentation also includes a hyperlink to a short video on the apostrophe for possession.
The Apostrophe for Omission
This is a 50 slide PowerPoint lesson on the apostrophe for contraction / omission. It explains how to use the apostrophe in contracted words. This resource will help students to use apostrophes appropriately in their written work and to improve their punctuation skills. The PowerPoint also contains a hyperlink to a short video explaining how to use the apostrophe for contraction.
Commas in Lists
This is 35-slide PowerPoint lesson explains how to use the comma in lists in sentences. There are opportunities for pupils to insert the comma in the correct place. There are also opportunities for pupils to identify where the comma has been misplaced.
The Question Mark and Exclamation Mark
This editable, 52-slide PowerPoint lesson on the question mark and exclamation mark explains when these punctuation marks are used and gives many examples. It also provides opportunities for pupils to decide the correct punctuation at the end of a sentence - exclamation mark, question mark or full stop. The PowerPoint also contains two hyperlinks to short videos about the question mark and the exclamation mark.
Inverted Comma (Speech Marks)
This editable, 75-slide Powerpoint lesson on inverted commas (speech marks/quotation marks) demonstrates how to:
use inverted commas to enclose direct speech
punctuate reporting clauses and direct speech
punctuate split speech
set out dialogue in writing
use interesting words to replace ‘said’
Many opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to punctuate direct speech.
Full Stops
This 50-slide PowerPoint lesson explains how and when to use the full stop and why it is important to place it accurately in writing. It also clearly demonstrates that a capital letter is needed at the start of a sentence. Ample opportunities are provided throughout the PowerPoint for pupils to decide where the full stops and capital letters should go.
Click on the individual links for further details
These resources are suitable for Key Stage 2 pupils and older SEN pupils who find sentence demarcation and punctuation challenging.
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This bundle contains three fully editable PowerPoint lessons and 47 worksheets on similes, metaphors, personification and alliteration.
Resource 1: Similes and Metaphors PowerPoint and 13 Worksheets
Resource 2: Personification PowerPoint and 16 Worksheets
Resource 3: Alliteration PowerPoint and 18 worksheets.
For more detailed information click on the resource links.
These resources are appropriate for year 2 pupils and older SEN students.
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This bundle contains three PowerPoint lessons and three sets of accompanying worksheets (23 worksheets) on the commonly confused homophones:
1. Where, Wear, We're and Were
2. There, Their, They're
3. Two, Too, To
The PowerPoint explains the meaning of the homophones and when they are used with examples. Opportunities are provided for pupils to choose the correct homophone.
The information sheets explain the meaning of the commonly used and confused homophones - and when they are used with examples.
The worksheet tasks include selecting the correct homophone in sentences and texts, composing sentences using the homophones and correcting sentences.
For more detailed information click on the resource links.
These resources are appropriate for Year 2 pupils and older SEN / ESL students.
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This bundle contains resources for using the colon and semicolon appropriately in writing.
The bundle includes:
Colons - 60 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This is a fully editable, 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on using colons appropriately in writing. The PowerPoint explains when and how colons are used. It provides many examples and opportunities for pupils to practise using colons appropriately.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on semicolons.
Colons - 13 Page Workbook
This workbook includes five information sheets and eight worksheets on using colons appropriately.
Semicolons - 45 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This is an editable, 45-slide PowerPoint lesson on using semicolons in writing. The presentation explains when and how they are used in linking two related sentences / independent clauses, in complex lists and in sentences containing conjunctive adverbs.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on semicolons.
Semicolons - 12-Page Workbook
This resource contains a 12-page workbook and includes two information sheets and nine worksheets on using semicolons appropriately in writing.
Click on the individual links for further details.
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This bundle contains:
1. A fully editable 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on 'wr' digraph words.
2. A set of 16 differentiated worksheets on words containing the 'wr' digraph.
3. A set of 4 spelling practice worksheets for words containing the 'wr' digraph.
PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains an editable, 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on 'wr' digraph words.
Pupils are introduced to both the common words containing this silent letter (write, wreath, wren, wriggle, wrong, wrestle, wrinkle, wrapper, wrinkly, wrap and more) and the less common words (wry, awry, wreak, writhe, wrench) with an explanation of their meaning. Words containing 'wr' in the middle of the word are also covered - shipwreck, playwright, typewriter, wheelwright.
The PowerPoint also includes a spelling challenge where pupils are given clues to guess the 'wr' words and then spell them.
Worksheets
The 16 differentiated worksheets include the following tasks:
matching the correct 'wr' word to image
identifying and correcting misspelled 'wr' words in sentences/passages
composing own sentences containing 'wr' words
solving 'wr' anagram puzzles (3 differentiated worksheets)
finding 'wr' words word search (3 differentiated worksheets)
finding the 'wr' words from the clues puzzle
Spelling Worksheets.
There are four spelling practice worksheets that are ideal for homework.
These resources are suitable for primary aged pupils, older SEN students who have yet to master the basics in spelling and ESL, EFL and ESOL learners. They are also ideal for homework.
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This resource contains a 14-page spelling practice workbook and 14 spelling tests for students working towards English Functional Skills Entry Level 2 accreditation (AQA, OCR. Pearson Edexcel, City and Guilds, NCFE)
The workbook and tests contain all the words that students are expected to both read and spell correctly. The spellings have been compiled from the Entry 2 word lists specified by DfE and provided in Appendix 2 of the Functional Skills Entry Level English (Entry 1) Qualification and Assessment Specification.
Workbook tasks include practising spelling the words using the look, say, cover, write method: inserting the correct word into a sentence and composing simple sentences using words in the list. The resource also contains a checklist for recording students’ ability to read and spell all of the words. It is an ideal resource for homework.
The spelling tests are delivered in the format used by accreditation boards and accompany the worksheets.
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This resource has been designed for students working towards Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English accreditation (AQA, OCR. Pearson Edexcel, City and Guilds, NOCN, NCFE).
It contains a variety of age-appropriate resources to successfully deliver the writing component of the specification. Resources include PowerPoint lessons, explanations, worksheets and progress checks on all aspects of writing:
It includes:
Spelling Workbook
Spelling Tests
Adjectives PowerPoint lesson
Adjectives workbook
Punctuation PowerPoint lesson
Punctuation workbook
Form filling PowerPoint lesson
Form filling workbook
Alphabetical order PowerPoint lesson
Alphabetical order workbook
Conjunctions and compound sentences PowerPoint lesson
Conjunctions and compound sentences workbook
Plurals PowerPoint lesson
Plurals workbook
Writing workbook
Writing PowerPoint lesson
Learning Outcomes
To use basic punctuation correctly (e.g. full stops, capital letters, question and exclamation marks)
To form regular plurals
To use the first and second letters to sequence words in alphabetical order
To spell correctly words designated for Entry Level 2
To communicate information using words and phrases appropriate to audience and purpose
To complete a form asking for personal information (e.g. first name, surname, address, postcode, age, date of birth)
To write in compound sentences, using common conjunctions (e.g. or, and, but) to connect clauses
To use adjectives and simple linking words in the appropriate way
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This resource has been designed for students working towards Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English accreditation (AQA, OCR. Pearson Edexcel, City and Guilds, NCFE).
It contains a variety of age appropriate resources to successfully deliver the writing component of the specification. Resources include PowerPoint lessons, explanations, worksheets and progress checks on all aspects of writing:
Capital letters and full Stops {punctuating sentences)- 50 slide PowerPoint lesson
Capital letters and full stops (punctuating sentences) - 17 Page Workbook
Capital Letters (when used) PowerPoint lesson
Capital letters (when used) - 17 page workbook
25 page spelling booklet containing the word list specified by DfE and provided in Appendix 2 of the Functional Skills Entry Level English (Entry 1) Qualification and Assessment Specification.
25 spelling tests using the functional skills spelling format
Writing - 17 page workbook
Learning Outcomes
Recognise and write lower case letters
Recognise and write
Place letter in alphabetical order
Read and spell specified words for entry level 1
Start sentence with capital letter
Mark the end of sentences with a full stop
Use capital letters for proper nouns in writing
Write simple phrases, sentences, notes and short letters.
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This bundle contains a variety of Easter resources for the Lent and Easter period.
1. Three PowerPoint presentations on Easter Around The World - 18 countries.
2. Fascinating and Fun Easter Facts PowerPoint.
3. Stations of the Cross presentation.
4. Puzzle Pack containing differentiated anagrams, word searches and crosswords.
5. Set of 7 Holy Week and Easter Information Texts and Comprehensions.
6. Holy Week and Easter presentation.
7. Why do we have pancakes on Shrove Tuesday? presentation.
8. The Eggheads 100 question Easter quiz.
For more detailed information click on the resource links.
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These resources will contribute to the pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural learning (SMSC) and will help to actively promote the British Values of mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.
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This resource contains two resources on Albert Einstein - a fully editable, 85 slide PowerPoint presentation on Albert Einstein and a set of 25 A3 sized, inspiring Albert Einstein quotes posters.
The PowerPoint includes hyperlinks to an explanation of some of his theories, a documentary on his life and work and two short videos on his life and work.
It is an ideal resource for British Science Week.
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This resource contains nine sets of inspirational quote posters. These are ideal for displays, libraries, special days, for discussion and creative writing inspiration.
Jesus Quotes
Martin Luther King Quotes
Quotes About Mothers
Kindness Quotes
Reading and Book Quotes
Albert Einstein Quotes
Shakespeare Quotes
Roald Dahl Quotes
Nelson Mandeal Quotes
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This resource contains a 50-slide PowerPoint lesson and a 10-page workbook on co-ordinating conjunctions for Year 2 pupils. (National Curriculum Year 2 Programme of Study - Writing - Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation - using and, or, but, so).
PowerPoint Lesson
This 50-slide PowerPoint lesson on co-ordinating conjunctions for Year 2 pupils focuses on the conjunctions - ‘and’. ‘or’, ‘so’ and ‘but’.
The PowerPoint clearly explains what conjunctions are and provides many examples and opportunities for pupils to identify and use conjunctions. It also contains a link to a short video on co-ordinating conjunctions.
Workbook
The workbook includes two information pages, six worksheets (with answers) and a progress check. Tasks include:
identifying the conjunctions - and, or, but and so
choosing the correct conjunction to complete sentences
joining sentences using conjunctions
composing own sentences containing a conjunction
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This bundle contains a selection of resources on Roald Dahl. It includes:
1. A simple text, 78-slide PowerPoint presentation on the life and works of Roald Dahl.
2. A 100 Question Roald Dahl's Books quiz.
3. A puzzle pack containing a set of 14 differentiated word searches, crosswords, anagrams.
4. A set of 12 Roald Dahl posters.
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This bundle contains six resources on Roald Dahl. They include:
1. A fully editable84 slide PowerPoint Presentation on Roald Dahl
2. A 78-slide, simple text PowerPoint presentation on Roald Dahl
3. A 100 question PowerPoint Quiz on Roald Dahl's children's books
4. A set of 13 differentiated puzzles - word searches, anagrams, cryptograms and crosswords
5. A set of 12 posters containing quotes by Roald Dahl.
6. A 50 question quiz on the life and work of Roald Dahl
Click on the individual links for further details. It is an ideal resource for Roald Dahl Day in September and World Book Day.
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This bundle contains a variety of resources on Roald Dahl - his life and works, his children's books and his quotes. Click on the individual links for further details. It is an ideal resource for Roald Dahl Day in September and World Book Day.
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This Roald Dahl bundle contains:
1. An informative and fully editable 85-slide PowerPoint on Life and Works of Roald Dahl.
2. An accompanying 50 Question PowerPoint quiz on the life and works of Roald Dahl.
3. Puzzle Pack - a set of 12 differentiated word searches, crosswords, anagrams and cryptograms.
4. A set of 12 Roald Dahl posters - ideal for display.
This bundle is an ideal resource for World Book Day and Roald Dahl Day.
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This bundle contains:
1. An 84 Slide PowerPoint presentation on the life and works of Roald Dahl
2. A 100 Question Roald Dahl's Books PowerPoint quiz
3. A puzzle pack containing differentiated word searches, crosswords, anagrams,
4. A set of 12 Roald Dahl posters - ideal for display.
These are ideal resources for World Book Day and Roald Dahl Day.
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This resource contains four fully editable Roald Dahl quizzes on 'The BFG', 'Matilda', 'Fantastic Mr Fox' and 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.'
This is an ideal resource for World Book Day or Roald Dahl Day.
The quizzes contain 50 questions with three possible answers. It can be administered in a variety of ways - to individuals or teams. The answers can be found by clicking on the Roald Dahl image on each slide. Answers can be given either as you go through the quiz or at the end.
An answer sheet is provided to allow individuals/teams to record their answers.
This resource is also suitable for older SEN students due to the visual nature of the resource and the multiple-choice format of the questions and answers.
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This resource contains three informative and fully editable PowerPoint presentations on William Shakespeare, Robert Burns and Roald Dahl. These resources are ideal for World Book Day.
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This resource contains a variety of PowerPoint presentations suitable for assemblies throughout the year. Never be short of an assembly again!
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