A simple assessment tool to add to your phonics toolbox. Cut out these cards and laminate and use over again as an assessment tool. There are 2 cards per page. Each card contains capital letters. Children can name the letters and sounds and use their phonics skills to read words. They can blend / sound out any words that they come across. The final 2 words on each cards are animals and this gives a clue to children.

The resource is a homework log designed for whole-school use, with each page featuring two logs in different colours and designs to keep the process engaging. The logs show the 7 days of the week. Children could record in different ways e.g. a tick, a subject symbol, a date or children could colour in squares using a subject code. The final page is in black and white, encouraging children to personalize the logs with their own drawings, colours, and symbols, fostering creativity and ownership of their homework tracking.

A resource linked to weather. It can be used over several weeks or a single week. The resource is a Weather Log designed for whole-school use, with each page featuring two weather logs in different colours and designs to keep the process engaging. There are 8 designs of logs with 2 to a page. Children can use the sections for each day of the week in a multitude of different ways e.g. noting the date, weather conditions (sunny, rainy, cloudy, etc.), morning or afternoon, temperature, and / or for drawing or pasting symbols. This allows children to track daily weather effectively. The logs can be enlarged as required. The final page is in black and white, encouraging children to personalize it with their own drawings, colours, and symbols, fostering creativity and ownership of their weather tracking.

10 colour designs for childrens labels for school books in a range of subjects. 10 labels on each page. Subjects: Maths, Nature, Topic x 2, Sketch, Craft, Science, Weather, Phonics and Music.

A selection of sports day / sports certificates for your children. Included are 1st, 2nd, 3rd place and an array of sports such as rugby, tennis and football. Something for all those taking part.

24 colour cards for your class jobs board to encourage children to be responsible in and around school and have ownership and pride in their surroundings. Cut out and laminate the cards and add to your jobs board. Children can choose a job or share jobs and their names or photos can be placed next to the appropriate cards.

7 school award certificates and 1 blank template for you to fill in yourself. These awards are for areas that are often overlooked. Certificates: Golden Buzzer award Being You! Number one friend as voted for by your class mates Most improved attendance award Amazing friendship buddy Lunch time monitor award Group organiser award Blank template There is no specific age group for these awards.

15 colour flashcards showing different school subjects as follows: Maths, Reading, French, History, Geography, RE, PE, Science, Art, Music, Technology, Food Technology, PSHE, Drama and Outdoor Learning. Children could use these for front covers of exercise books, or on displays or schedules. Any that are not included, could be made by the children themselves. Cut and laminate for durability. Duplicate for matching games.

This resource is invaluable for SEND, EYFS and KS1 teachers, providing a variety of fresh and encouraging comments across a wide range of topics and subjects. The resource is useful in enabling educators to offer specific and meaningful praise that goes beyond the commonplace ‘good’ or ‘very good’, thereby fostering a more positive and engaging learning environment for young learners. Table 1 is based on EYFS topics: Alphabet, reading, writing, number, shape, Ourselves and Toys. Table 2 is based on KS1 subjects: Literacy, Maths, Science, Topic, ICT, RE, PE and PSHE. Each subject area has 6 statements that teachers can use in their marking, assessment or verbal feedback. Statements can be adapted for report writing. Boardmaker licenced.

This is a creative and flexible activity that has a multitude of uses. The idea is to make a tree out of puzzle pieces. On a large scale this looks really effective. Display in class or in the Hall for assemblies. There are a set of instructions for a class or group to use to make their own tree or for an individual to make a puzzle tree. There are then, 8 ideas or ways of using the tree. My favourite is the ‘Achievement Tree’ where the tree starts off with no pieces and then as a child achieves a goal or learns a new skill, then they add a piece of puzzle to the tree. The tree is regularly reviewed and celebrated. This idea supports behaviour manaagement. Other activity ideas include a Story tree, a Number tree, and a 4 Seasons tree. All you need is a box of old puzzle pieces, paint, paper and glue.

A useful resource to organise childrens books. There are 6 different coloured book labels. Add these to drawers or boxes so children know where to put their books and can start to be independent. Just add tiles and a picture as in the 2 examples of the History and Maths books.

A great way to start the year by rewarding children for their first day at school! There are 7 designs of this certificate for you or the children to choose from.

These planning sheets for using playdough with young learners offers teachers a structured approach to foster creativity, enhance motor skills, and integrate cross-curricular themes. The sheets will save preparation time, introduce new learning methods, ensure classroom safety, and facilitate differentiation and sensory learning. In essence, the planning sheets are designed to elevate the experience of using playdough in the classroom. The resources link to SEND and Sensory exploration and activities. This collection of planning resources for teachers or parents includes: 8 Pages of Planning sheets as outlined below: 1.Making Dough with Nursery and Reception children -5 ideas for making different types of dough e.g. glitter and salt dough. 2.Keeping Dough fresh for Nursery and Reception children - 5 ways to maximise the life of your dough. 3.Types of Dough to Make or Buy - including descriptions and use, sources and safety issues. 4/5/6. Set 1 to 3 - Fifteen ideas for working with dough for Nursery and Reception children - ideas set out in a table with headings, activity, support needed, resources, objectives and age of the children. 7. Useful Tools for working with Dough - a list of tools such as a patterned roller and dough cutters, their purpose and benefits. 8. Five Playdough Mats and Activity Ideas including an example worksheet for each theme. You can use these sheets or they can act as inspiration for making your own.

Make awards ceremonies extra special with this fun activity! Children can colour and cut out their own trophies, badges, and rosettes to celebrate their achievements. Whether it’s for academic accomplishments, good behaviour, sports day, effort, or special talents, this project adds a personal touch to any awards event. Let children take pride in their colourful creations and enjoy the moment of recognition in style! Teachers can also use the trophies, badges and rosettes as templates for making certificates or cards. There are 10 pages each showing 2 black and white templates. Page 11 offers a description of the resource.

4 designs of certificates for you to award to children on Graduation Day at the end of the year or class / key stage. Each certificate shows a child graduating and receiving their awards. The teacher can fill out the details and sign the certificates.

Show this lovely animated one slide card on your white board or for children coming into assembly to wish them all a Merry Christmas. Add some Christmas music. Presents will appear on the screen and each picture is animated.