A great resource to support the teaching of different reading skills. These can be printed into cards and laminated for children to use but also printed larger to use as posters for the classroom. This pack focuses on the skills of summarising, predicting, identifying the meanings of unknown words or phrases and creating and answering higher order questions about a novel. This resource can be used with any novel. Included in this pack are: 1 x Teacher's Guide Card 4 x Role Posters (Summariser, Word Finder, Predictor, Question Master) 1 x Summariser Worksheet 1 x Word Finder Worksheet 1 x Predictor Worksheet 14 x Question Master Cards with a range of different higher order questions which can be used with any novel. The posters are colourful, attractively designed and contain fun clipart images thanks to our link with clipart.com

This 58 slide PowerPoint is the perfect revision tool for the KS2 literacy curriculum In total 17 different types of puncutation are covered with each term covered over at least two slides. Slide 1 - a multiple choice quiz where the term is given and the children have to then choose from four possible definitions. Slide 2/3/4 - the correct definition is given. This is then followed by an activity for the children to complete which will consolidate their understanding of the type of punctuation. Depending on the type of punctuation, some have the definition and activity on the same slide whilst others covering 3 separate slides. Terms covered - apostrophe, brackets, bullet points, capital letters, colon, commas, dash, direct speech, elipsis, exclamation mark, full stop, hypen, indirect speech, paragraph, question mark, semi colon, speech marks, The punctuation types are listed in alphabetical order meaning they are quick to locate and use as and when appropriate. This resource is perfect for that little and often revision and can either be displayed on the interactive whiteboard or given to pupils to work through on their own devices. Contributed by one of our resource makers, Michael Spalton, this is a fantastic resource for Year 6 pupils.

These A4 adverb mats are great for use in the classroom. In total there are three different A4 mats covering: Adverbs to describe how Adverbs to describe how often Adverbs to describe when Each mat comes in three different formats; cursive, pre cursive and joined.

These A4 differentiated word vocabulary mats are an essential tool for any child and would be perfect laminated and stored in boxes in the middle of the table. The mat focuses on writing a persuasive letter. The mat gives helpful sentence starters for the beginning, middle and end of the letter as well as possible adverbs and adjectives that could be used. There is also an example of a persuasive letter that the children can use to uplevel or improve their own piece of writing. The attached images show each mat but each pack includes: Mat 1 for the less able pupils (one A4 sheet) Mat 2 for the middle ability pupils (one A4 sheet) Mat 3 for higher ability pupils (on A4 sheet) Mat 4 - an example of a model persuasive letter (could be laminated back to back with one of the above mats) The resource is colourfully designed with the colours linked to the language through colour system. However any child can use these mats regardless of whether they are using this system.

These A4 differentiated word vocabulary mats are an essential tool for any child and would be perfect laminated and stored in boxes in the middle of the table. The mat focuses on writing a persuasive advert. The mat gives helpful sentence starters for the beginning, middle and end of the advert as well as possible adverbs and adjectives that could be used. There is also an example of a persuasive advert that the children can use to uplevel or improve their own piece of writing. The attached images show each mat but each pack includes: Mat 1 for the less able pupils (one A4 sheet) Mat 2 for the middle ability pupils (one A4 sheet) Mat 3 for higher ability pupils (on A4 sheet) Mat 4 - an example of a model persuasive advert (could be laminated back to back with one of the above mats) The resource is colourfully designed with the colours linked to the language through colour system. However any child can use these mats regardless of whether they are using this system.

These A4 differentiated word vocabulary mats are an essential tool for any child and would be perfect laminated and stored in boxes in the middle of the table. The mat focuses on writing a set of instructions. The mat gives helpful sentence starters for the beginning, middle and end of a set of instructions as well as possible adverbs, verbs and adjectives that could be used. There are also two examples of sets of instructions that the children can use to uplevel or improve their own piece of writing. The attached images show each mat but each pack includes: Mat 1 for the less able pupils (one A4 sheet) Mat 2 for the middle ability pupils (one A4 sheet) Mat 3 for higher ability pupils (on A4 sheet) Mats 4 and 5 - examples of model instructions (could be laminated back to back with one of the above mats) The resource is colourfully designed with the colours linked to the language through colour system. However any child can use these mats regardless of whether they are using this system.

These A4 differentiated word vocabulary mats are an essential tool for any child and would be perfect laminated and stored in boxes in the middle of the table. The mat focuses on writing a letter of complaint. The mat gives helpful sentence starters for the beginning, middle and end of a letter of complaint as well as possible adverbs, conjunctions and adjectives that could be used. There is also a model example of sets of a letter of complaint that the children can use to uplevel or improve their own piece of writing. The attached images show each mat but each pack includes: Mat 1 for the less able pupils (one A4 sheet) Mat 2 for the middle ability pupils (one A4 sheet) Mat 3 for higher ability pupils (on A4 sheet) Mats 4 - example of model letter of complaint (could be laminated back to back with one of the above mats) The resource is colourfully designed with the colours linked to the language through colour system. However any child can use these mats regardless of whether they are using this system.

A great resource to help improve all genres of writing. These A4 posters can be arranged into a colourful and informative display which will provide your pupils with useful prompts and tips for redratfing their writing. It will also provide an excellent preparation resource for year 6 pupils. Included in this pack are: 9 x A4 Posters all with a black border 1 x Title Posters (How to Write - Top Tips) 5 x Information Posters on how to improve any piece of written work under the headings; punctuation, spelling, grammer, vocabulary, audience 3 x Graphic Display Posters to turn your Top Tips into a colourful display The posters are attractively designed and thanks to iclipart, each poster has an animated character to give a colourful and appealing look.

A great classroom display resource. This is the latest of our 'Can you describe me?' character packs. A great resource to help with the teaching of descriptive writing. Included in this pack are 10 x A4 posters each showing a different superhero. Around the outside of the character are a number of key questions to help the child describe the character. All images provided thanks to our subscription to clipart.com

The second of our 'Can you describe me?' character monster pack. A great resource to help with the teaching of descriptive writing. Included in this pack are 10 x A4 posters each showing a different monster like character. Around the outside of the character are a number of key questions to help the child describe the character. All images provided thanks to our subscription to clipart.com

A special monster pack of our 'Can you describe me' range.A great resource to help with the teaching of descriptive writing. Included in this pack are 10 x A4 posters each showing a different monster like character. Around the outside of the character are a number of key questions to help the child describe the character. All images provided thanks to our link with iclipart.com

A second pack of our new 'Can you describe me' range.A great resource to help with the teaching of descriptive writing. Included in this pack are 10 x A4 posters each showing a different character. Around the outside of the character are a number of key questions to help the child describe the character. Pictures range from monsters to human characters. All images provided thanks to our link with iclipart.com

A great resource to help with the teaching of descriptive writing. Included in this pack are 10 x A4 posters each showing a different character. Around the outside of the character are a number of key questions to help the child describe the character. Pictures range from monsters to human characters. All images provided thanks to our link with iclipart.com

This pack includes guided reading plans for the following text: The Water Horse by Dick King-Smith (years 4/5) In total there are 10 guided reading lesson plans, covering each of the chapters in the book. Each plan contains a 'reading and responding to the text' activity which is designed to be completed with the class teacher with the reading group. There are then follow up independent activities which the children can then complete during the remainder of the week. All of these activities are closely linked to each of the reading assessment focuses and these are listed at the beginning of each plan. Each plan also has a list of difficult words which the children can check the meaning of before the teacher led session, space to list the names of the children who are working on the text and a space for a teacher notes and evaluation. The plans have been written by an experienced primary school teacher and have been tried and tested in the classroom.

This pack includes guided reading plans for the following text: The Man whose Mother was a Pirate (years 2/3) In total there are 3 guided reading lesson plans, covering each of the chapters in the book. Each plan contains a 'reading and responding to the text' activity which is designed to be completed with the class teacher with the reading group. There are then follow up independent activities which the children can then complete during the remainder of the week. All of these activities are closely linked to the new National Curriculum objectives and these are listed at the beginning of each plan. Each plan also has a list of difficult words which the children can check the meaning of before the teacher led session, space to list the names of the children who are working on the text and a space for a teacher notes and evaluation. The plans have been written by an experienced primary school teacher and have been tried and tested in the classroom.

This pack includes guided reading plans for the following text: The Gorilla Who Wanted to Grow Up by Jill Tomlinson (years 2/3) In total there are 8 guided reading lesson plans, covering each of the chapters in the book. Each plan contains a 'reading and responding to the text' activity which is designed to be completed with the class teacher with the reading group. There are then follow up independent activities which the children can then complete during the remainder of the week. All of these activities are closely linked to the new National Curriculum objectives and these are listed at the beginning of each plan. Each plan also has a list of difficult words which the children can check the meaning of before the teacher led session, space to list the names of the children who are working on the text and a space for a teacher notes and evaluation. The plans have been written by an experienced primary school teacher and have been tried and tested in the classroom.

This pack includes guided reading plans for the following text: Enchantment in the Garden by Shirley Hughes (years 3) In total there are 5 guided reading lesson plans, covering each of the chapters in the book. Each plan contains a 'reading and responding to the text' activity which is designed to be completed with the class teacher with the reading group. There are then follow up independent activities which the children can then complete during the remainder of the week. All of these activities are closely linked to the new National Curriculum objectives and these are listed at the beginning of each plan. Each plan also has a list of difficult words which the children can check the meaning of before the teacher led session, space to list the names of the children who are working on the text and a space for a teacher notes and evaluation. The plans have been written by an experienced primary school teacher and have been tried and tested in the classroom.

This pack includes guided reading plans for the following text: Bill's New Frock by Anne Fine (years 4/5) In total there are 7 guided reading lesson plans, covering each of the chapters in the book. Each plan contains a 'reading and responding to the text' activity which is designed to be completed with the class teacher with the reading group. There are then follow up independent activities which the children can then complete during the remainder of the week. All of these activities are closely linked to each of the reading assessment focuses and these are listed at the beginning of each plan. Each plan also has a list of difficult words which the children can check the meaning of before the teacher led session, space to list the names of the children who are working on the text and a space for a teacher notes and evaluation. The plans have been written by an experienced primary school teacher and have been tried and tested in the classroom.

Year 5/6 Great at Grammar - Autumn Term Pack - newly updated to meet the demands of the New National Curriculum. We are pleased to announce that this resource has been updated to meet the demands of the new National Curriculum with the objective listed at the top of each activity. With the introduction of the new National Curriculum it is vitally important that grammar is taught throughout the school and is an integral part of the curriculum. This pack comes with 12 weeks of activities with five activities per week. These include activities which are linked to all aspects of the new grammar National Curriculum. At the top of each slide the learning objective from the National Curriculum is shown. There are also activities from the Year 3/4 National Curriculum which will serve as useful revision to the children. Each activity is only designed to take 5 minutes which means these activites are perfect to complete first thing in the morning or straight after lunch. Built up over the term the children will become grammar experts! These activities are aimed at children in years 5/6 and can be completed on paper or in books. These activities are provided in both PDF and PowerPoint format so they can be displayed on a whiteboard or printed out. Each page is decorated with a playful Clipart image thanks to our license with Clipart.com

This display pack contains seven different A4 adjective mats. Each mat comes with joined and pre cursive handwriting. The mats include adjectives for Bad feelings Good feelings People Time Size Objects Taste The resource is colourfully designed and can be used as a display item or as a word bank on the table.