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Experienced KS1 and KS2 teacher currently teaching in Year Six. Specialist Leader for Mathematics across three Local Authorities. All resources have been tried and tested. I'm open to suggestions and requests and aim to help anyone who requires it. Please leave feedback and rate my resources.

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Experienced KS1 and KS2 teacher currently teaching in Year Six. Specialist Leader for Mathematics across three Local Authorities. All resources have been tried and tested. I'm open to suggestions and requests and aim to help anyone who requires it. Please leave feedback and rate my resources.
Interactive Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling (SPAG) Spinners
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Interactive Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling (SPAG) Spinners

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Ideal for a whole class fun, interactive game, or this file can be saved in a shared area for children to practice with on their laptops or tablets. This resource contains spinners for: Concrete, collective or abstract nouns Adjectives and prepositions Coordinating or subordinating conjunctions Naming and using punctuation The past and present progressive The present and past perfect forms of verbs Adjective or adverb? -ly words Modal verbs - certainty or possibility? The active and passive voice Relative pronouns The past, present and future tense Prefixes and suffixes Synonyms and antonyms Determiners Homophones Mixed practice N.B - This resource uses the ppsx format, which all modern Windows operating systems use. It is an automatic PowerPoint presentation format that has been used for your ease.
Year 5/6 Guided Reading Novel Bundle
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Year 5/6 Guided Reading Novel Bundle

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A huge time saver that will improve reading skills with structured practise that meets the aims of the KS2 SATs by domain. Novels include: Cosmic Goodnight Mr. Tom Pig Heart Boy Secrets of the Tombs: Phoenix Code Stormbreaker Street Child Tom’s Midnight Garden Treason Please see each resources page for more details and previews.
KS1 2018 SATs Reading Gap Analysis Grid / Question Level Analysis - SATs Prep
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KS1 2018 SATs Reading Gap Analysis Grid / Question Level Analysis - SATs Prep

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These are excel spreadsheets Gap Analysis documents for the 2018 Year Two SATs Papers for Reading. The sheet totals up the scores automatically and each child’s final score changes colour to reflect their ability. If their total score for a subject goes green, it means they would have passed the 2018 SATs with that score. If it goes Purple, it means that child would have achieved a ‘Greater Depth’ score for that tested subject. I have also included an instructions and document page, linking to a freely available copy of each test, mark scheme and instructions. Additionally, I have included a link to the conversion tables from RAW Score to Scaled Score. All a teacher has to do is enter their children’s names and enter the 0’s, 1’s, 2’s or 3’s for each question, which also change colour too for a visual reference. I recommend that a teacher should enter ‘N’ if a child did not attempt that question. This gives an idea of who is not even attempting certain questions, not just whether they got the question wrong. The sheets are set up for 32 pupils but more can be added/deleted and instructions are on the first page/sheet. Some cells are locked/protected in this document but the parts that you need to insert yourself are editable. This is so that the formulas/algorithms do not break and render the spreadsheet’s functionalities as broken. I take requests for Gap Analysis Grids. Please leave feedback if you like this resource as I am planning to produce more for each SATs paper going forward, as well as CGP Practice Papers. Please remember to rate this resource as I made this to save teachers time. Thank-you.
KS2 SATs GPS / SPAG Prep worksheet/assessment bundle
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KS2 SATs GPS / SPAG Prep worksheet/assessment bundle

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Four differentiated worksheets that will help children develop their knowledge of GPS (SPAG), ready for the KS2 assessments. All have been tried and tested. Set up to challenge children who are working towards, working at the expected standard and even aiming for greater depth.
SATs Colons, Semi-colons and Punctuation for Parenthesis Expected Standard Questions (+ Mark Scheme)
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SATs Colons, Semi-colons and Punctuation for Parenthesis Expected Standard Questions (+ Mark Scheme)

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GPS questions to help a child reach the expected standard for the end of Key Stage 2. Included for every question is a mark scheme and examiner notes. Types of skills tested in this set: Inserting colons and semi-colons Identifying sentences that have been correctly punctuated Inserting Brackets ...and more! 11 questions in total. Available as a huge money saving bundle. Tried and tested!
Gov.uk Sample Papers 2016+ Curriculum (KS2 SATS) Gap Analysis (All subjects)
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Gov.uk Sample Papers 2016+ Curriculum (KS2 SATS) Gap Analysis (All subjects)

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UPDATED DUE TO FEEDBACK This is an excel spreadsheet document for the Gov.uk Year Six Sample Papers for Reading, Mathematics (Arithmetic, Reasoning 1 & 2), GPS and Spelling Papers. The sheet totals up the scores automatically and each child's final score changes colour to reflect their ability. If their total score for a subject goes green, it means they would have passed the 2016 SATs with that score. If it goes Orange, it means they are within touching distance. If it goes Green with a yellow font, it means that child would have achieved a 'More Able' score for that tested subject. The spreadsheet is broken down into six pages. Arithmetic, Reasoning 1, Reasoning 2, Reading, GPS and Spelling. I have also included a digital copy of each test, mark scheme and instructions. Additionally, I have included the conversion tables from RAW Score to Scaled Score. These can be found inside the .Zip file. The sheets are set up for 30 pupils but more can be added/deleted and instructions are on the first page/sheet. Some cells are locked/protected in this document but the parts that you need to insert yourself are editable. This is so that the formulas/algorithms do not break and render the spreadsheet's functionalities as broken. *You are paying for the gap analysis grids, not the freely available tests I have included which can be found at Gov.uk.* All a teacher has to do is enter their children's names and enter the 0's, 1's, 2's or 3's for each question, which also change colour too for a visual reference. I recommend that a teacher should enter 'N' if a child did not attempt that question. This gives an idea of who is not even attempting certain questions, not just whether they got the question wrong. Please remember to rate and/or comment on this resource. Your feedback is appreciated. I take requests for Gap Analysis Grids. Please leave feedback if you like this resource as I am planning to produce more for each SATs paper going forward, as well as CGP Practice Papers.
Colour Synonym Flip-pack for desks/tables
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Colour Synonym Flip-pack for desks/tables

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These handy flip-packs enable children from Years 2-8 to improve their vocabulary choice within writing lessons. To create the final resource all you need to do is cut out each 'colour', laminate them and then hole punch through the hole on each laminated colour. A treasury tag can then be used to keep them all together. I have one of these on each desk my children sit at and they find them very useful. It also gets the point across that there are many ways of saying the same thing, but some ways are more impactful than others!
Summarise what a myth, legend or traditional story is
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Summarise what a myth, legend or traditional story is

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This is a two page document about Myths, Legends and Folk Tales, covering the difference between the three and definitions of what each are. Excellent as an activity to get children to summarise the three different types of story or good as reading comprehension.
Complete KS2 2016 SATs Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis (QLA)
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Complete KS2 2016 SATs Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis (QLA)

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A complete bundle of Gap Analysis Grids / QLA (Reading, GPS, Spelling, Arithmetic, Reasoning 1, Reasoning 2) for the May 2016 KS2 SATs assessments. I have also included the actual SATs papers and their mark schemes. These grids will save you many hours work and will help you quickly identify individual or whole cohort weaknesses in specific areas of the curriculum. The sheets are set up for 30 pupils but more can be added/deleted and instructions are on the first page/sheet. Some cells are locked/protected in this document but the parts that you need to insert yourself are editable. This is so that the formulas/algorithms do not break and render the spreadsheet’s functionalities as broken. Please remember to leave feedback as I am aiming to build a reputation as a creator who aims to save teachers time and improve their effectiveness.
Complete KS2 May 2016 SATs Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis (QLA)
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Complete KS2 May 2016 SATs Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis (QLA)

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These are excel spreadsheet Gap Analysis documents for the May 2016 Year Six SATs Papers for Reading, Mathematics (Arithmetic, Reasoning 1 & 2), GPS and Spelling Papers. The sheet totals up the scores automatically and each child’s final score changes colour to reflect their ability. If their total score for a subject goes green, it means they would have passed the 2016 SATs with that score. If it goes Orange, it means they are within touching distance. If it goes Green with a yellow font, it means that child would have achieved a ‘More Able’ score for that tested subject. There are three spreadsheet documents. One for Reading, one for Maths, and one for GPS. They are broken down into individual papers inside. I have also included a digital document, linking to a freely available copy of each test, mark scheme and instructions. Additionally, I have included the conversion tables from RAW Score to Scaled Score. All a teacher has to do is enter their children’s names and enter the 0’s, 1’s, 2’s or 3’s for each question, which also change colour too for a visual reference. I recommend that a teacher should enter ‘N’ if a child did not attempt that question. This gives an idea of who is not even attempting certain questions, not just whether they got the question wrong. Last academic year I used these grids to provide targeted feedback and to spot trends. As a result my class were well over National Average for all subjects (much to my relief!) I take requests for Gap Analysis Grids. Please leave feedback if you like this resource as I am planning to produce more for each SATs paper going forward, as well as CGP Practice Papers. Please remember to rate this resource as I made this to save teachers time. Thank-you.
Identify similes, metaphors and personification (with answers)
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Identify similes, metaphors and personification (with answers)

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This resource will help teach or reinforce children’s understanding of figurative language. Challenge 1 - Identify similes Challenge 2 - Identify metaphors Challenge 3 - Identify personification. Answers included. If you require activities that go into much more depth for similes, metaphors and personification, please see my shop for individual resources or a bundle. Please rate this resource.
Identify and use personification (differentiated, with answers)
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Identify and use personification (differentiated, with answers)

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A differentiated activity sheet/ worksheet to help children develop their understanding of similes as figurative language. Challenge 1 - Identify the personification Challenge 2 - Write personification sentences about specific nouns Challenge 3 - Write sentences that include personification, that feature specific aspects of grammar or punctuation. Please see my shop for bundles.
KS2 Grammar teaching/revision Mat (2016+ Curriculum)
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KS2 Grammar teaching/revision Mat (2016+ Curriculum)

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A fantastic resource, used to great effect last year during guided written work and for GPS revision. A double sided GPS learning mat (or poster/display) that contains examples of: -Sentences written in the active and passive verb forms - Present tense - Present Progressive - Past tense - Past Progressive - Present Perfect - Present Perfect Progressive - Past Perfect - Past Perfect Progressive - Future tense - Future Progressive - Modal Verbs - Cohesive Devices - Simple sentences - Compound sentences - Complex sentences - Complex sentences that begin with a subordinate clause
Poetry Reading Comprehensions - SET 3 (KS2) - Revision
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Poetry Reading Comprehensions - SET 3 (KS2) - Revision

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Three famous poems and reading comprehension questions to go with them. Questions include question types found in the 2016 and 2017 SATs papers or in End of Year assessments. Poem 1 - You are old, Father William - Lewis Carroll Poem 2 - Sick - Shel Silverstein Poem 3 - Mary’s Lamb - Sarah Josepha Hale I have used these as whole class exercises and for specific groups in guided reading to great effect.
Reading Comprehensions SET 1 (KS2) - With Mark Scheme
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Reading Comprehensions SET 1 (KS2) - With Mark Scheme

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Three fantastic reading comprehensions based on three of the best fantasy texts for children. Each contains comprehension questions with question stems from the 2016, 2017 and 2018 SATs assessments and a detailed mark scheme. 1. The Hobbit - J.R.R Tolkien 2. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe - C.S Lewis 3. Alice’s adventures in Wonderland - Lewis Carroll Perfect for guided reading, whole class text dissection or homework. Tried and tested with great results.
2016-2018 KS2 SATs Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis (QLA) Bundle
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2016-2018 KS2 SATs Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis (QLA) Bundle

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Included in this bundle are three complete suites of Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis grids for the 2016, 2017 and 2018 KS2 SATs. Every paper, every question. Grids change colour depending on whether questions have been answered correctly and the grids auto calculate scores, indicating pass/fail or greater depth. Please see individual resources for more details.
Years 2-6 spelling wordsearch bundle
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Years 2-6 spelling wordsearch bundle

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Twenty-five wordsearches covering every spelling pattern found in the National Curriculum for Years 2-6. Ideal as homework, morning tasks, afternoon tasks, interventions or as golden time.
Year 2 spelling list wordsearches
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Year 2 spelling list wordsearches

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A fun way to learn the Year 2 spellings. Each wordsearch focuses on a different phoneme/spelling pattern: -Long (o) as –old, -ost and -oll -ss words -Long (i) as –ild and -ind -ll words -wa and squa -ck words -war and wor -ff and zz words -all -ch words -short (u) as o 1 -sh words -short (u) as o 2 -th words
Reading Comprehensions SET 2 (KS2) - With Mark Schemes
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Reading Comprehensions SET 2 (KS2) - With Mark Schemes

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Three fantastic reading comprehensions based on four of the best fantasy texts for children. Each contains comprehension questions with question stems from the 2016 and 2017 SATs assessments and a detailed mark scheme, and an audio version of the story. 1. Black Beauty - Anna Sewell 2. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz - L. Frank Baum 3. The Hare and the Tortoise/ The Fox and the Stork - Aesop Perfect for guided reading, whole class text dissection or homework. Tried and tested with great results.