(Letters and Sounds Phase 5) alternative spellings for ‘or’ sorting cards, illustrated sentence, phoneme spotter story, blending for reading sheets and worksheets.
Sorting cards/Flashcards, sentences, worksheets and phoneme spotter include:
Review spelling of ‘or’ as in for, fork, stork, pork.
‘or’ = ‘al’ as in talk, walk, wall, stalk
‘or’ = ‘our’ as in pour, court, mourn, fourteen.
‘or’ = ‘augh’ as in taught, naughty, caught, daughter.
To support teaching of Phase 5 Week 21
Alternative Spellings for /sh/
Alternative Spellings for /oa/
Alternative Spellings for /igh/
Alternative Spellings for /ee/
Alternative Spellings for /air/
Split Digraph (Magic E) Flashcards /a_e/, /e_e/, /i_e/, /o_e/ & /u_e/ (long U and long /oo/ u_e) perfect for letters and sounds Phase 5
3 types of flashcard for each split digraph (i.e. 18 sets)
Black & white split digraph word with clear illustration on one card
Word on one card and illustration on another card (for matching & memory games)
Sound button flashcards
ALL suggested words from Letters and Sound Phase 5 Planning Document used, PLUS all words from Jolly Phonics suggested word list, PLUS some additional example words.
Flashcards, differentiated worksheets, illustrated sentences, spelling grids, sorting activities and crosswords.
Spellings for igh (long i): igh, ie, y, i_e, (Phase 5 Week 24)
igh as in light, tight, eyesight.
ie as in pie, fried, satisfied.
y as in dry, cry, deny
i_e as in bike, time, smile
Sorting flashcards, differentiated worksheets (black and white and colour), illustrated sentences, spelling grids and crosswords.
illustrated flashcards/sorting cards (2 versions - 1 version with picture and word on 1 card for sorting, 1 version with separate pictures and words for reading/matching).
Spelling table with word bank.
Illustrated example sentences from P5 W24 Letters and Sound plan document.
Various worksheets (labeling, reading, cloze sentence, sound buttons etc) in black and white and colour.
Alternative Spellings for /sh/
Alternative Spellings for /oa/
Alternative Spellings for /ee/
Alternative Spellings for /or/
Alternative Spellings for /air/
(Letters and Sounds Phase 5) alternative spellings for ‘air’ sorting cards, illustrated sentence, phoneme spotter story and worksheets.
2 versions of clip-art sorting cards with all example words for all 4 spellings for air (air, ere, ear, are) - 1 version picture with word (sort into spelling groups) & 1 version match picture to word (focus on reading)
11 Illustrated sentences (from letters and sound plan + homophone examples)
3 Worksheet focusing on 1 spelling (i.e. air worksheet, ere worksheet, are worksheet)
1 homophone and homograph choice worksheet.
1 phoneme spotter story
Alternative Spellings for /sh/
Alternative Spellings for /oa/
Alternative Spellings for /igh/
Alternative Spellings for /ee/
Alternative Spellings for /or/
Carefully curated collection of 26 classic fables, designed to enrich your students’ reading comprehension skills. Each fable has been thoughtfully written to conform to the traditional short length of fables, making them easily digestible for young readers. Additionally, 5-7 comprehension questions are provided below each fable, allowing for a thorough understanding of the text.
The collection includes beloved tales such as “The North Wind and the Sun,” “The Goose and the Golden Eggs,” “The Tortoise and the Eagle,” and “The Ant and the Dove,” among others. Answer sheets are also included for each fable to facilitate easy marking.
This product is an excellent resource for teachers who wish to engage their students in meaningful discussions about important life lessons, such as perseverance, hard work, and empathy. With this collection of timeless fables, your students will learn valuable lessons while also improving their reading comprehension skills.
Furthermore, a link to a Google slide is provided, featuring each fable on one page for whole-class reading.
Full list of included fables:
The North Wind and the Sun
The Goose and the Golden Eggs
The Fox and the Grapes
The Eagle and the Rabbits
The Fox without a Tail
The Caged Bird and the Bat
The Frogs Choose a King
The Goat and the Wolf
The Rabbits and the Frogs
The Thrush and the Jay
The Tortoise and the Eagle
The Two Stubborn Goats
A Swallow and a Spider
An Ant and a Pigeon
The Ant and the Dove
The Bundle of Sticks
The Fox, The Grapes and The Berries
The Cat and the Mice
The Crab and His Mother
The Dog and the Egg
The Dog and the Wolf
The Dog, the Cockerel, and the Fox
The Donkey and the Shepherd
The Donkey Carrying the Statue
The Donkey in the Lion’s Skin
The Donkey, the Fox, and the Lion
Another carefully curated collection of 28 classic fables, designed to enhance your students’ reading comprehension skills. Each fable has been thoughtfully written to conform to the traditional short length of fables, making them easily readable for young readers. In addition, 5-7 comprehension questions are provided below each fable to encourage a deep understanding of the text.
The collection encompasses beloved tales such as “Hare and the Tortoise,” “The Fox and the Stork,” “The Crow and the Pitcher,” “The Town Mouse and Country Mouse,” and “The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing,” along with 23 other timeless fables.
Answer sheets are also included for each fable, making it easier to mark.
This product is an excellent resource for teachers who want to engage their students in meaningful discussions about important life lessons, such as perseverance, hard work, and empathy. With this collection of fables, your students will learn valuable lessons while also improving their reading comprehension skills.
Moreover, a link to a Google slide is provided, featuring each fable on one page for whole-class reading.
Fables in this pack:
Hare and the Tortoise (5 levels)
The Fox and the Stork (2 levels)
The Bat and the Weasels
The Boys and the Frogs
The Crow and the Pitcher
The Farmer and His Sons
The Fly and the Lion
The Fox and the Leopard
The Fox and the Rose Bush
The Lion and the Bulls
The Lion and the Donkey
The Lion and the Hare
The Monkey and the Camel
The Monkey as King
The Mosquito and the Bull
The Old Lion
The Ox and the Frog
The Proud Lion and the Donkey
The Stag at the Pool
The Tame Donkey and the Wild Donkey
The Town Mouse and Country Mouse
The Vain Jackdaw and His Borrowed Feathers
The Wolf and His Shadow
The Wolf and the Goat
The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing
A Fox and a Raven
A Mountain and a Mouse
An Eagle and other Birds
A carefully curated collection of 29 classic fables, designed to enhance your students’ reading comprehension skills. Each fable has been thoughtfully written to conform to the traditional short length of fables, making them easily readable for young readers. In addition, 5-7 comprehension questions are provided below each fable to encourage a deep understanding of the text.
The collection encompasses beloved tales such as “The Lion and the Mouse,” “The Ant and the Grasshopper,” “The Wolf and The Crane,” “Belling the Cat,” and “A Peacock and a Crane,” along with 24 other timeless fables.
Answer sheets are also included for each fable, making it easier to mark.
This product is an excellent resource for teachers who want to engage their students in meaningful discussions about important life lessons, such as perseverance, hard work, and empathy. With this collection of fables, your students will learn valuable lessons while also improving their reading comprehension skills.
Moreover, a link to a Google slide is provided, featuring each fable on one page for whole-class reading.
Full list of included fables:
Wolf and Crane (2 levels)
Lion and Mouse (3 levels)
Boy Who Cried Wolf (2 levels)
Ant and Grasshopper (3 levels)
The Hornets and the Bees
The Greedy Fox
The Fox, the Rooster and the Dog
The Fox and the Woodcutter
The Fox and the Goat
The Farmer and the Stork
The Donkey and the Lap Dog
The Donkey and the Dog
The Discontented Dog
The Cat and the Fox
The Bear and the Bees
Belling the Cat
An Oak and a Willow
A Peacock and a Crane
The Wolf and the Lion
The Wolf and the Lamb
The Wild Boar and the Fox
The Turtle and the Ducks
The Pig and the Sheep
The Miser’s Gold
The Man and the Lion
The Lion, the Fox, and the Donkey
The Lion, the Bear, and the Fox
The Lion and the Boar
The Hunting Dog, the Lion, and the Fox
Enhance reading comprehension skills with this bundle of classic fables from fables packs A&B.
It includes 55 fables, offering great value, and features timeless tales such as “The Lion and the Mouse,” “The Ant and the Grasshopper,” “The Wolf and The Crane,” “The North Wind and the Sun,” and “The Goose and the Golden Eggs.” and many more.
Each fable comes with an answer sheet and is easy to print on one A4 page.
Plus, many fables are differentiated at three levels to accommodate different reading comprehension abilities.
Don’t miss out on this comprehensive resource for improving reading comprehension.
Enhance reading comprehension skills with this bundle of classic fables from fables packs B&C.
It includes 57 fables, offering great value, and features timeless tales such as “Hare and the Tortoise,” “The Fox and the Stork,” “The Crow and the Pitcher,” “The Town Mouse and Country Mouse,” “The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing,” “The Lion and the Mouse,” “The Ant and the Grasshopper,” “The Wolf and The Crane,” “Belling the Cat,” and “A Peacock and a Crane,” and many more.
Each fable comes with an answer sheet and is easy to print on one A4 page.
Plus, many fables are differentiated at three levels to accommodate different reading comprehension abilities.
Don’t miss out on this comprehensive resource for improving reading comprehension.
Enhance reading comprehension skills with this bundle of classic fables from fables packs B&C. It includes 54 fables, offering great value, and features timeless tales such as “Hare and the Tortoise,” “The Fox and the Stork,” “The Crow and the Pitcher,” “The Town Mouse and Country Mouse,” “The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing,” “The North Wind and the Sun,” “The Goose and the Golden Eggs,” “The Tortoise and the Eagle,” “The Ant and the Dove,” and many, many more.
Each fable comes with an answer sheet and is easy to print on one A4 page.
Plus, many fables are differentiated at three levels to accommodate different reading comprehension abilities.
Don’t miss out on this comprehensive resource for improving reading comprehension.
ea Alternative Pronunciation of ea.
‘ea’ as in head, feather, bread.
(and ‘ea’ as in sea, dream, meat)
Sorting flashcards with 42 images and words (21 for each pronunciation)
and
FInd, highlight, read and write in two column worksheet.
Explore the charm and tradition of Christmas with my ‘Xmas Trees Collection’ bundle. This resource includes Hans Christian Andersen’s ‘The Little Fir Tree,’ a tale that captures the life journey of a fir tree destined to become a cherished Christmas symbol. Complementing this story is ‘The History of the Christmas Tree,’ an educational exploration that delves into how these evergreens evolved from pagan icons to festive centerpieces. This bundle is perfect for KS3 (and upper KS2) learners and educators looking to enrich their holiday experience with historical insights and heartwarming narratives.
Engage learners and foster a profound respect and understanding of Sikhism through this collection of four pivotal traditional Sikh stories, which illuminate the roots and core principles of the Sikh faith.
Included are the following four traditional Sikh stories:
The Story of Guru Nanak and the Full Bowl of Milk: A well-known tale from the life of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, illustrating his teachings of kindness, humility, and the universality of goodness.
Guru Hargobind’s Justice (traditionally known as Bandi Chhor Divas): Commemorating the release of Guru Hargobind along with 52 Hindu princes from imprisonment in the Gwalior Fort. This event is celebrated by Sikhs worldwide on the same day as Diwali but holds distinct significance in Sikh tradition.
Emperor Akbar Visits Guru Amar Das: Highlighting the humility, equality, and principles of self-sufficiency practiced in Sikhism, particularly exemplified by Guru Amar Das and his langar, where all are welcomed and treated equally regardless of social status.
Guru Nanak’s Needle: Illustrating the spiritual lesson of detachment from material wealth and the importance of focusing on good deeds and virtues rather than accumulating riches.
Each story is written at an approximate middle school reading level, and accompanied by illustrations and “Did You Know?” boxes presenting fascinating facts about the Sikh religion.
Each story comes with:
Double-sided multiple-choice quizzes
Double-sided written response comprehension sheets
Shorter, single-sided written response versions for each story
Detailed marking answer sheets
Complements my Sikh Introduction worksheets superbly!
Also see Sikh Stories Pack B
Buddhist Stories and Jewish Stories
Immerse learners in the profound wisdom and values of Sikhism through this curated collection of four seminal traditional Sikh stories, which shed light on the origins and guiding principles of this faith.
Included in this Pack B are the following four traditional Sikh narratives:
“The Test of Humility: Guru Amar Das Chooses His Successor” - Depicting the virtues of humility, diligence, and devotion embodied by Jetha, who later became Guru Ram Das, the fourth Sikh Guru.
“Makhan Shah and the True Guru” - Chronicling Makhan Shah’s pious quest to identify Guru Har Krishan’s true successor, which led him to recognize Guru Tegh Bahadur as the rightful Guru, fulfilling a sacred prophecy.
“The Taste of Truth: Guru Nanak and Malik Bhago” - Underscoring the importance of earning an honest livelihood through ethical means, as exemplified by the contrast between the bread of the greedy Malik Bhago and the simple yet wholesome bread of the truthful Bhai Lalo.
“The Birth of the Khalsa” - Recounting the pivotal moment when Guru Gobind Singh initiated the Khalsa, a committed order of pure and valiant Sikhs, during the Baisakhi festival of 1699 at Anandpur Sahib, marking a defining event in Sikh history symbolizing righteousness, equality, and courage.
Each narrative is crafted at an approximate middle school reading level, accompanied by vibrant illustrations and “Did You Know?” insights providing fascinating facts about the Sikh faith.
Furthermore, the resource includes:
Double-sided multiple-choice quizzes
Double-sided written response comprehension sheets
Abridged single-page written response versions
Comprehensive marking answer keys
Also see Sikh Stories Pack A
Buddhist Stories and Jewish Stories
Yom Kippur Bundle: The Golden Calf Story & Yom Kippur Information Text
Deepen your students’ understanding of Yom Kippur with this comprehensive bundle, combining two essential resources:
The Sin of the Golden Calf: Illustrated story with worksheets exploring this pivotal event’s connection to Yom Kippur’s origins.
Yom Kippur Information Text: In-depth guide covering significance, practices, and rituals, with diverse activities.
Features:
Illustrated storytelling and informative text
Multiple-choice quizzes, written responses, and crossword puzzles
Differentiated worksheets for various learning levels
Answer keys for all activities
Ideal for grades 5-11, this bundle provides a thorough exploration of Yom Kippur’s historical context, observances, and cultural importance. Perfect for ELA, social studies, and Jewish studies curricula.
Engage your students with this comprehensive package, promoting cultural literacy and interfaith understanding through the most sacred day in the Jewish calendar.
Embark on a journey through Christmas past and present with my ‘Holiday Traditions Explored’ bundle. This educational package combines four insightful resources:
’The History of the Christmas Tree,’ tracing the evolution of Christmas trees from ancient times to the present.
’Christingles Information Text,’ which delves into the rich history and symbolism of Christingles since 1747, exploring their role in community gatherings and their ties to The Children’s Society charity.
’Saint Nicholas Biography,’ offering a detailed look at the life of Saint Nicholas, his contributions to Christmas traditions, and his lasting legacy as the beloved Santa Claus.
’Saint Nicholas Biography,’ Single PAge Version
Ideal for learners looking to understand the deeper meanings behind these festive customs.
Discover the Nativity story with this three-level differentiated pack, perfect for Christmas reading.
Features engaging activities for lower, middle, and advanced readers: vocabulary, cloze, true/false, sequencing, written responses, multiple-choice quizzes, crosswords, and more.
Answer keys included for easy marking. Ideal for festive lessons and mixed-ability classrooms!
Christmas Classics Reading Comprehension Bundle (2 Resources)
Bring the magic of the holiday season to your classroom with this engaging bundle featuring two timeless Christmas stories:
The Nativity Story Reading Comprehension
'Twas the Night Before Christmas: A Visit From St. Nicholas
Designed for years 3–8, each resource includes captivating reading passages along with multiple-choice quizzes, written response sheets, sequencing tasks, cloze activities, crossword puzzles, and vocabulary exercises. This bundle enhances reading comprehension and critical thinking skills while immersing students in the cherished narratives that celebrate the spirit of Christmas.