Embark on an exciting educational journey with our specially curated resource tailored for key stage one learners, designed to explore the enchanting world of islands. Engage young minds as they: Identify the defining characteristics of islands Discover the widespread presence of islands across the globe Learn about the distinctions between islands and continents Delve into the captivating realm of islands through vibrant visuals and interactive content, including: Comprehensive coverage of both human and physical features unique to islands A differentiated worksheet, thoughtfully crafted into three levels of difficulty to accommodate varying abilities A captivating array of images showcasing the breathtaking diversity of islands worldwide Captivate young imaginations with stunning depictions, from serene tropical havens to rugged coastlines, and ignite a sense of wonder about the world’s fascinating geographical wonders. Included is: What an island is lesson slides (16 pages PDF) A worksheet differentiated 3 ways Human and physical features of islands slides (20 page PDF) 11 pictures of various islands around the world for display You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/mapping-for-ks1-12198063 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews

Enhance your students’ understanding of the concept of “one less” with this comprehensive set of worksheets designed for a week-long practice! What’s included: -5 worksheets, each tailored with two levels of differentiation -Every worksheet features a stimulating challenge to promote critical thinking -An open-ended investigation activity to deepen comprehension Ideal for classroom use or as homework assignments, these worksheets effectively reinforce the fundamental concept of “one less,” serving as an introduction to subtraction. Engage your students in meaningful learning experiences with this valuable resource. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/stem-sentences-for-the-maths-working-wall-12353527

“Easter Symbols Explained: Engaging Resource for KS1” Discover the rich symbolism of Easter with our comprehensive teaching resource, designed to introduce KS1 children to the significance of Easter symbols in a straightforward manner. Included in this resource: -An 18-page PDF explaining Easter symbols and their meanings for Christians -A sorting activity for matching symbols to their meanings, with two levels of differentiation -Two exemplary pieces of writing on the topic to guide students in understanding and emulating the writing style -A vocabulary bank for writing support, available as both a display and printer-friendly version -6 Easter Symbols worksheets with accompanying answer sheets Unlock the understanding of Easter symbolism for young learners with our popular resource, perfect for engaging KS1 students in the Easter narrative. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-symbols-display-re-christianity-12254615 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/shrove-tuesday-12254546 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews

Geography skills for KS1. Included are two lesson slides aimed at introducing KS1 pupils to mapping. Each set of slides include lots of questions which can be used by talk partners or whole class to aid students in developing their understanding and meeting the expectations of the National Curriculum. Included: Part one: understanding symbols and keys (18 page PDF) Part two: understanding compass directions and using directional language (12 page PDF) You might also be interested in these mapping worksheets: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12537231 or this geography resource about islands: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/islands-geography-for-ks1-12168489

Task cards can be given as an activity, as something pupils do if they finish early, as a plenary or can be given as a challenge at the end of an activity. These 48 task cards have been designed for Key stage one children. They are ready for home learning too as there is no prep. They include: -identifying and naming shapes -describing differences between two shapes -identifying the shape that does not belong in the group and explaining why -describing how two shapes are similar -identifying what shape is created when two shapes are joined together -Identifying shapes in a given picture -Complete a shape pattern -identify a given shape in a pattern beyond the pattern given -explain if a sequence of shapes is correct or incorrect Some teachers like to laminate the cards. I like to put a pack of cards on each table so children can self select their work. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/open-ended-investigations-12254570

Here are the resources I use with my students to learn about the structure of trees (parts of a tree) and the differences between coniferous and deciduous trees. There are opportunities for children to answer questions with a talk partner or as a class to develop their ideas for writing. Included within the lesson starters is a sample of what their writing might look like and a few prompts for the student to use to keep them on track. To aid in starting to identify trees, I’ve included a lesson starter about identifying and describing an oak tree. There is a word bank and worksheet for this task. Included: Lesson starter on structure of a tree (parts of a tree) PDF Lesson starter on types of trees (conifer and deciduous) PDF Word bank/word mat Lesson starter on identifying an oak tree (PDF) Oak tree worksheet You might also like: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/animal-diets-carnivore-herbivore-and-omnivore-ks1-12278108 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/habitats-writing-for-science-12063557 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews

These are the resources I use when teaching patterns. These lesson starters and worksheets enable children to identify, extend and describe patterns. Included: Lesson starter 1 - Recaps repeating patterns from EYFS and introduces identifying increasing and decreasing patterns. (19 page pdf) Lesson starter 2 - introduces extending patterns (22 page pdf) Lesson starter 3 - Introduces describing the terms of a given pattern. To explain the rule the terms are following. 3 worksheets - one for each lesson starter. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/open-ended-investigations-12254570

Practice mappings skills to demonstrate understanding of symbols and keys as part of ks1 geography. Included in this resource are 3 worksheets and their answers. Two worksheets involve matching the image from a key to its meaning. The last worksheet involves drawing a simple map and key and then populating the map with the pictures from the key. These are perfect for ks1 pupils. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/mapping-for-ks1-12198063

Here are the resources I use when I introduce the au sound to my pupils. Included: word mat flash cards in words and pictures (can also be used for display for matching games) roll and read game 3 worksheets You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/eigh-sound-introduction-phase-5-phonics-12336131

These resources introduce the eigh phoneme to young learners. Included: eigh word mat eigh flash cards in words and pictures 3 worksheets roll and read game You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-word-mat-common-exception-words-12168506 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-read-and-roll-game-year-1-12285122

These resources introduce the ei phoneme (as the long a sound) to young learners. Included: ei word mat ei flash cards in words and pictures 3 worksheets roll and read game You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/eigh-sound-introduction-phase-5-phonics-12336131

This is the introduction I use with Key stage 1 pupils for Shrove Tuesday (Pancake day). What’s included: Introduction slides (14 page PDF) with information and pictures including what is lent, how it is celebrated here and in other places, the origins of pancake day and how it is celebrated. A sorting activity: for lent and not for lent A sample of what writing within the topic might look like A word mat to support writing 3 worksheets and answer pages simple knowledge organiser You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-symbols-ks1-12084396

Here we have an Easter display, ready to be printed, which shows the symbols of Easter including: spring flowers, lilies, chicks, bunnies, eggs, lambs, palm leaves and hot cross buns. Bold images can be used to encourage discussion and relate back to the Easter story. Laminate these PDF labelled pictures and you can use them again and again. I’ve also included some Easter bunting in pastel colours which says “Happy Easter” If you like this resource please have a look in my shop for my other Easter items including Shove Tuesday and Symbols of Easter. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-symbols-ks1-12084396 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/shrove-tuesday-12254546

Discover the fascinating world of animal diets with our educational resource designed for Key Stage 1 students. Delve into the concepts of carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores as you learn how animals are grouped based on their dietary preferences. Engage young minds with this informative introduction to the diverse eating habits of creatures big and small. Included: A 20 page PDF lesson introduction explaining the animal groups and their diets. Includes opportunities for talk partner work and discussion. 3 worksheets. Each worksheet has been differentiated 2 ways. A knowledge organiser. Pictures and headings for display. If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/habitats-writing-for-science-12063557

Discover engaging and comprehensive teaching resources on herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores with our specially crafted slides. Designed specifically for KS1 pupils, each 20-page PDF immerses learners in the fascinating world of herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores, providing vivid imagery and clear explanations of their dietary habits. Foster deeper comprehension with three intriguing true or false questions accompanying each slide set, ideal for sparking engaging discussions among peers or serving as a dynamic conclusion to your lesson. Gain access to the herbivore slides at no cost through our online shop today. Embark on a rewarding learning journey for your students! The herbivore slides can be found for free in my shop here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/herbivores-ks1-science-12623233 Included are: Carnivores 20 page PDF Omnivores 20 page PDF You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/animal-diets-carnivore-herbivore-and-omnivore-ks1-12278108

These clip cards are a great way for students to practice adding prefixes to root words. 32 cards are included; each card has three possible answers. Students select the correct answer by clipping a clothespin, peg or paper clip to it. I like to laminate these cards so students can simply circle the correct answer using a dry erase marker. These cards are great for talk partner work, think-pair-share or in a tough spot. Alternatively, you can print these on paper to hand out to your class at the end of the lesson; pupils circle the correct answer and hand in as a great exit ticket or plenary to the lesson. These are perfect for KS1 pupils but may be helpful for your lower KS2 pupils too. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks1-possessive-apostrophe-12080332 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/verbs-introduction-year-2-12045130

These clip cards are a great way for students to practice reading CVC words. Over 70 cards are included; each card has three possible answers. Students select the correct answer by clipping a clothespin, peg or paper clip to it. I like to laminate these cards so students can simply circle the correct answer using a dry erase marker. These cards are great for talk partner work, think-pair-share or in a tough spot. Alternatively, you can print these on paper to hand out to your class at the end of the lesson; pupils circle the correct answer and hand in as a great exit ticket or plenary to the lesson. These are perfect for EYFS pupils but may be helpful for your lower KS1 pupils too. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-roll-and-read-game-12560636 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews

Here are over 60 clip cards for initial sounds. This is a great phonics activity for early years or for some key stage 1 pupils. It encourages children to hear the initial sound in a CVC word. Once the initial sound is established children can then blend and read the word. This is great in a tough spot for continuous provision or as a table top activity. I like to laminate these as they can be used with clips or with dry erase felt tips. Inlcuded: Over 60 clip cards - initial sounds You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-clipcards-12828829 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews

Practice reading CVC words with this roll and read game. Included are 5 game cards which cover all the short vowel sounds. Included: Instructions 5 game cards These game cards are great for phonics practice, intro to reading lessons or to send home for homework or extra practice. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-read-and-roll-year-1-cute-stripes-12320630