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This resource contains two worksheets on punctuating direct speech with inverted commas (speech marks).
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Inverted Commas - 75 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains an editable, 75-slide Powerpoint lesson on inverted commas.The PowerPoint demonstrates how to:
use inverted commas to enclose direct speech
punctuate reporting clauses and direct speech
punctuate split speech
set out direct speech in writing
use interesting words to replace ‘said’
Many opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to punctuate direct speech. It also contains a hyperlink to a short video on punctuating direct speech.
Inverted Commas - 26-Page Workbook
This resource contains a 22 page workbook on inverted commas (speech marks/quotation marks/direct speech). It is appropriate for pupils in Years 3, 4 and 5 and older, SEN pupils who have yet to master the basics in punctuation. The workbook contains four information/revision sheets, 17 worksheets and an answer booklet.
Tasks include:
using inverted commas to enclose direct speech
punctuating reporting clauses and direct speech
punctuating split speech
setting out direct speech in dialogue
using alternative words to ‘said’ in reporting clauses
composing writing containing direct speech
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This is a worksheet on the apostrophe for possession / possessive apostrophe.
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Possessive Apostrophe - 15 Page Workbook
This resource contains a 15-page workbook (with answers) on using the possessive apostrophe / apostrophe for possession for both singular and plural nouns. It also contains an information sheet on how to use apostrophes for possession.
Possessive Apostrophe - 60 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains 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.
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This resource contains a 55-slide PowerPoint lesson and a 12-page workbook on parenthesis and parentheses - the punctuation devices used to mark parenthesis.
PowerPoint Lesson
The PowerPoint clearly and visually explains what parenthesis is, why it is used and the different forms of punctuation used to mark it. Many opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to identify parenthesis and to extend sentences to make then more interesting by adding parenthesis - brackets, commas and dashes.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on parenthesis.
Parenthesis Workbook
This twelve page workbook includes three revision sheets and seven worksheets on parenthesis and the punctuation devices used to mark parenthesis - brackets, commas and dashes. It is available in PDF and an editable PowerPoint version to enable editing and personalisation of the resource.
The workbook clearly explains what parenthesis is and the different forms of punctuation used to mark it. The worksheets contain tasks for pupils to:
identify parenthesis in sentences
punctuate sentences containing parenthesis
compose sentences containing parenthesis
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This resource contains a 50-slide PowerPoint lesson and a 12-page workbook on using commas to clarify meaning and avoid ambiguity (National Curriuclum: Years 5 and 6 Programme of Study: Using commas to clarify meaning and / or to avoid ambiguity in writing).
Using Commas to Clarify Meaning PowerPoint Lesson
This fully editable, 50-slide PowerPoint lesson explains how commas are used to clarify meaning.
Many examples are provided within the PowerPoint and pupils have the opportunity to identify where commas and pairs of commas should go in a sentence to clarify meaning. Pupils are asked to explain how the meaning changes with the addition/removal of commas. The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on commas to clarify meaning.
Using Commas to Clarify Meaning Workbook
The 12-page workbook includes one information sheet and eleven worksheets. Tasks include rewriting sentences and adding or removing commas to change meaning. Pupils also need to explain how the meaning has changed. Answers are included.
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Commas - 135 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains a fully editable and highly-visual, 135-slide presentation on how commas are used in writing. It focuses on:
commas to clarify meaning and avoid ambiguity
commas in a list/series
commas and coordinating adjectives
commas in direct speech
commas and subordinate clauses
commas and embedded clauses
commas in direct address
commas and fronted adverbials
commas and coordinating conjunctions
other use of commas
The PowerPoint clearly explains how commas are used and provides many examples and opportunities for pupils to identify where commas should be placed in writing. The PowerPoint also contains hyperlinks to short videos on - commas to clarify meaning, commas in lists and subordinate clauses.
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This resource has been designed for students working towards Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English certification. It contains an age-appropriate, 34-page workbook on the Entry Level 2 writing component - form regular plurals (those ending in 's’ and ‘es’ ).
The workbook contains 12 information pages, 20 worksheets (with answers) and a progress check on making plurals for:
regular nouns - adding ‘s’
nouns ending in -ch , -sh, -x, -ss, -s
nouns ending in -o
nouns ending in -z
Tasks include:
selecting the correct plural form
sorting nouns into those ending in ‘s’ and those ending in ‘es’
rewriting sentences containing the correct plural
composing sentences containing plurals
The workbook is provided in PDF format and an editable PowerPoint version to enable personalisation of the resource. It can be used for classwork, homework, revision or as an independent learning pack.
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Plurals - 110 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This editable, 110-slide PowerPoint lesson clearly explains the rules for forming plurals. Opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to form plurals and there is a timed plural challenge activity. The PowerPoint also contains two links to short videos on making plurals by adding ‘s’ and ‘es’.
The PowerPoint is ideal for introducing the writing components of the Entry Level Functional Skills specification and for revision purposes.
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This resource contains two worksheets on the possessive apostrophe / apostrophe for possession .
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Possessive Apostrophe - 15 Page Workbook
This resource contains a 15-page workbook (with answers) on using the possessive apostrophe / apostrophe for possession for both singular and plural nouns. It also contains an information sheet on how to use apostrophes for possession.
Possessive Apostrophe - 60 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains 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.
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This resource contains two worksheets on alphabetical order.
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Alphabetical Order: 24 Page Workbook
This is a 24 page workbook on alphabetical order that includes three information sheets, nineteen worksheets (with answers) and a progress check. Tasks include:
placing words in alphabetical order - to the first. second, third and fourth letters
locating patient’s names in a filing system
locating CDs in alphabetically labelled boxes
writing lists in alphabetical order
Alphabetical Order - 80 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains an editable, 80-slide PowerPoint lesson that clearly and visually demonstrates and explains alphabetical order to the first, second, third, fourth and fifth letter. It also explains why it is important to understand and use alphabetical order. Opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to practise putting items into alphabetical order.
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This is a succinct and handy sheet on determiners for SATS revision.
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Determiners - 60 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
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This resource contains a short PowerPoint presentation on full stops and capital letters.
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Full Stops - 50 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This is a fully editable 50-slide PowerPoint lesson presented by the punctuation character - the ‘Full Stop’ who explains how and when to use the full stop and why it is important to place it accurately in writing. The PowerPoint 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.
Full Stops - Set of 14 Worksheets
This resource contains a set of 14 worksheets on using full stops to demarcate sentences. Answers are also included.
Tasks include:
Placing full stops at the end of simple sentences
Placing full stops in writing containing several sentences
Placing full stops in short paragraphs
Composing own sentences
Correcting sentences in which the full stops have been incorrectly placed
These resources are appropriate for Year 2- 6 pupils and older SEN / ASL / Entry Level students who may find sentence demarcation challenging and have yet to master the basics of punctuation in writing.
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This resource contains worksheets on plurals for words ending in -y.
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Plurals PowerPoint Lesson
This resource is a fully editable, 100+ slide PowerPoint lesson on making plurals for nouns. It is appropriate for primary aged pupils and older SEN students due to the highly visual nature of the resource.
The PowerPoint explains the rules for making plurals for:
regular nouns - adding ‘s’
nouns ending in ‘ch’ , ‘sh’, ‘x’, ‘ss’ , ‘x’ , ‘z’ and ‘s’
nouns ending in ‘o’
nouns ending in ‘f’, ‘ff’ and ‘fe’
nouns ending in ‘y’ preceded by a consonant
nouns ending in ‘y’ preceded by a vowel
irregular plurals
exceptions to the rules
Opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to form plurals and there is a timed plural challenge activity.
Plurals - Set of 26 Worksheets
This resource contains a set of 26 differentiated worksheets on plurals.
Plurals Revision Memo Mat
This is a succinct revision mat containing the rules and exceptions for forming plurals.
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This resource contains a 28-page workbook (28 worksheets) on adjectives. Answers are included. Tasks involve:
Matching adjectives to pictures
Using adjectives to describe objects
Identifying adjectives in word searches
Identifying adjectives in sentences
Identifying adjectives and the noun they describe
Identifying adjectives in poems and literature
Choosing adjectives for nouns
Choosing adjectives to describe pictures and images
Inserting adjectives into sentences from a word bank
Writing sentences with adjectives
Sorting words into adjectives, nouns and verbs
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Adjectives PowerPoint Lesson
This is an editable, 80-slide PowerPoint lesson on adjectives.
The PowerPoint includes:
An explanation of what adjectives are
Examples of adjectives
Identifying adjectives tasks
Using interesting adjectives tasks
It also contains two hyperlinks to short videos on adjectives.
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This resource includes a set of 15 differentiated worksheets on words ending in 'ge' or 'dge'. (The /dʒ/ sound spelt as -ge and -dge at the end of words National curriculum, English programmes of study Year 2. The resource also contains an explanation sheet and answer sheets.
Tasks include:
inserting the correct -ge / -dge word into a sentence
anagrams
-ge / -dge words spelling practise worksheets
using ge / dge words in sentences
word searches
sorting words into ge / dge / categories
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43 Slide PowerPoint Lesson Words Ending in ge / dge
This is a 43 slide PowerPoint lesson explaining when to use 'ge' or 'dge' at the end of words ending in the phoneme /j/. (The /dʒ/ sound spelt as ge and dge at the end of words National curriculum, English programmes of study Year 2).
The PowerPoint focuses on:
Rules for adding -dge and -ge (long and short vowel sounds)
Opportunities to practise spellings
Individual / paired / group timed activity - finding as many -dge and -ge words as possible in 5 minutes)
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These resources are appropriate for Year 2 pupils and older SEN / ESL students who have yet to master the basics in phonics.
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This resource contains a 24-page workbook about alphabetical order. It includes three information sheets, 19 worksheets (with answers) and a progress check.
Tasks include:
ordering letters of the alphabet
placing words/ items in alphabetical order by the first letter only
placing words in alphabetical order involving the second and third letters
locating patient's names in a dentist's filing system
locating CDs in alphabetically labelled boxes
placing lists in alphabetical order
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Alphabetical Order - 80-Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains an editable 80-slide PowerPoint lesson that clearly and visually demonstrates and explains alphabetical order to the first, second, third, fourth and fifth letter. It also explains why it is important to understand and use alphabetical order. Opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to practise putting items into alphabetical order.
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This resource contains an editable, 100-slide PowerPoint lesson on the National Curriculum Year 5 and 6 homophones / near homophones and confusing words list - licence, license, practice, practise, prophecy, prophesy, father, farther, guessed, guest, heard, herd, lead, led, morning, mourning, past, passed, precede, proceed, principal, principle, profit, prophet, stationary, stationery, steal, steel .
The PowerPoint provides an explanation of the meaning of the homophones with examples and opportunities for pupils to decide which is the correct homophone. This resource is appropriate for year 5 and 6 students and older Special Education students.
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Year 5 and 6 Homophones - Set of 15 Worksheets
This resource contains a set of 15 worksheets on the National Curriculum Year 5 and 6 homophones / near homophones and confusing words list. Tasks include choosing the correct homophones in sentences, correcting homophones in sentences and composing sentences containing the homophones. There are also five spelling practice worksheets.
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This resource contains an editable, 50-slide PowerPoint lesson on the commonly confused National Curriculum Year 2 Homophones / Near Homophones where / were / we're / wear.
The resource explains the meaning of the homophones and when they are used with examples. Opportunities are provided for pupils to choose the correct homophone. This resource is appropriate for Year 2 pupils and older SEN students.
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This resource contains a PowerPoint lesson and worksheets on the /aɪ/ sound spelt –y at the end of words. (English programmes of study: Key Stage 2 National Curriculum).
The resource includes:
an editable 31 slide PowerPoint lesson
11 accompanying differentiated worksheets on words ending in 'y' at the end of a word with a long 'i' sound. For example - dry, cry, fry, why, sly July
Tasks include finding the missing words, constructing sentences, word searches and differentiating between 'y' sound with long 'i' and 'y' at the end of a word with long 'e' or 'ee' sound. There are also worksheets to stretch and challenge more able pupils eg find the meaning of words like clarify, rectify, pacify, deny, defy...
All tasks and worksheets encourage the identification and correct spelling of these words. This resource is also appropriate for older SEN / ESL pupils who have yet to master the basics in phonics.
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This resource includes a fully editable and highly visual PowerPoint lesson explaining when to use -ge / -dge at the end of words. (The /dʒ/ sound spelt as -ge and -dge at the end of words National curriculum , English Programmes of Study Year 2).
The PowerPoint includes rules for adding -dge and -ge and exceptions and opportunities to practise spellings through a challenge and sorting activity. It is appropriate for Year 2 pupils and older SEN students who have yet to master the basics in phonics.
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Set of 15 Differentiated Worksheets- Words Ending in dge/ge
This resource includes a set of 15 differentiated worksheets on words ending in -ge / -dge. Tasks include:
inserting the correct -ge / -dge word into a sentence
anagrams
-ge / -dge words spelling practise worksheets
using ge / dge words in sentences
word searches
sorting words into ge / dge / categories
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This resource contains a 12-page workbook and includes two information sheets and nine worksheets on semicolons. Tasks include using semicolons in related sentences, complex lists and in sentences containing a conjunctive adverb.
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Semicolons - 40 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
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Colons and Semicolons Punctuation Mat
This is a succinct punctuation mat with explanations and examples of when and how to use colons and semicolons.
Colons - 50 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
Colons - 13 Page Workbook
Colons PowerPoint Lesson and Workbook
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This is a fully editable, 35-slide PowerPoint lesson on using the comma in lists in sentences. The PowerPoint explains how to use the comma in lists and coordinating adjectives 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 Powerpoint also contains a link to short video on using commas in lists.
The resource is suitable for primary pupils, SEN pupils and older pupils who find sentence demarcation challenging.
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Commas in Lists Worksheets - Set of 16 Worksheets
This resource contains a set of sixteen worksheets with answers on using commas to demarcate items / phrases within sentences.
Tasks include:
inserting commas in the correct places in sentences
rewriting incorrectly punctuated sentences
composing own sentences containing a list of items
punctuating The Twelve Days of Christmas with commas
composing own lyrics for the Twelve Days of Christmas and punctuating with commas
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This resource contains a set of 12 worksheets definite and indefinite articles - the, an and a. Answers are included.
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Definite and Indefinite Articles PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains a fully editable, 62 slide PowerPoint lesson on determiners.
These include:
The articles - definite and indefinite
Demonstratives
Possessives
Quantifiers
Numbers
Ordinals
Interrogatives
Determiner Revision Mat
This resource is a determiner revision mat containing an explanation of, and examples, for all the different types of determiner.
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