Engage your KS1 and SEND learners with 20 themed topic sheets that support speaking, listening, reading, writing and matching. Each sheet includes central images or symbols with topic-related words around the edge. Most words have dotted lines for tracing. Where there are words in capital letters, children can start the activity here. Topics include Farm, Pirates, Weather, Going for Gold, Shopping, Feelings, Nature, Music, Seaside, Transport, Animals, Space, Shapes, Food, Buildings and School. These resources are designed to develop vocabulary, and foster communication skills while aligning with key curriculum areas. By integrating visual and written elements and symbols, they provide opportunities for differentiation and support diverse learning objectives, including improved comprehension, language development, and engagement in cross-curricular topics. Boardmaker licenced.

Children can discover what’s in their kitchen cupboards! Use fun activity sheets to explore everyday items like vinegar, tomato sauce, olive oil, salt, and soy sauce. Match labels to bottles, colour and label containers, and think about the foods and liquids we use at home. Draw and label what is inside the containers, and answer quiz questions to show understanding and learning. A great way to connect learning to the Home and the foods we eat! Links with literacy, science, Homes and Ourselves.

A fun activity to develop observation, labelling, and drawing skills while exploring baby animals: Tiger cub, lamb, baby hedgehog or hoglet, piglet, foal, chick. Children are introduced to the animals with colour pictures and can then complete the labelling black and white worksheet showing each animal. Each subsequent sheet then shows one of the animals. The task is for children to see what is missing on each of the pictures of the animals and complete/draw these features to end up with a complete picture of the animals (e.g., missing ears, eyes, tail).

This is Set 5 in this series. Kim’s Memory Game with photos of Food is a fun activity for young children. It starts with a picture of six foods: strawberry gateau, fruit flan, cookies, apple pie, boiled sweets and doughnut. On each of the next 9 pages, one or more foods are removed, and children are asked to remember which one/s are missing. They can use positions to help recall the items. For a hands-on follow-up, real food can be used for matching or to replicate the game. The game includes picture cards of each food and a template sheet where children can draw or write their own food combinations. This game helps improve memory, problem solving, concentration and observation as well as speaking and listening. It links to shape and space and to topics on food.

This is Set 4 in this series. Kim’s Memory Game with photos of Food is a fun activity for young children. It starts with a picture of six foods: pineapple, broccoli, nuts, pumpkin, onion and pear. On each of the next 8 pages, one or more foods are removed, and children are asked to remember which one/s are missing. They can use positions to help recall the items. For a hands-on follow-up, real food can be used for matching or to replicate the game. The game includes picture cards of each food and a template sheet where children can draw or write their own food combinations. This game helps improve memory, problem solving, concentration and observation as well as speaking and listening. It links to shape and space and to topics on food.

This is Set 3 in this series. Kim’s Memory Game with photos of Food is a fun activity for young children. It starts with a picture of six foods: Fruit Platter, Burger, Egg, Milk, Crisps and Pizza. On each of the next 9 pages, one or more foods are removed, and children are asked to remember which one/s are missing. They can use positions to help recall the items. For a hands-on follow-up, real food can be used for matching or to replicate the game. The game includes picture cards of each food and a template sheet where children can draw or write their own food combinations. This game helps improve memory, problem solving, concentration and observation as well as speaking and listening. It links to shape and space and to topics on food.

This is Set 2 in this series. Kim’s Memory Game with photos of Fruit and Vegetables is a fun activity for young children. It starts with a picture of six foods: grapes, banana, artichoke, apple, cabbage and asparagus. On each of the next 9 pages, one or more foods are removed, and children are asked to remember which one/s are missing. They can use positions to help recall the items. For a hands-on follow-up, real fruit and vegetables can be used for matching or to replicate the game. The game includes picture cards of each food and a template sheet where children can draw or write their own food combinations. This game helps improve memory, problem solving, concentration and observation as well as speaking and listening. It links to shape and space and to topics on food and plants.

Set 1 Kim’s Memory Game with photos of Fruit and Vegetables is a fun activity for young children. It starts with a picture of six foods: lemon, strawberry, tomato, yellow pepper, lettuce, and orange. On each of the next 9 pages, one or more foods are removed, and children are asked to remember which one/s are missing. They can use positions to help recall the items. For a hands-on follow-up, real fruit and vegetables can be used for matching. The game includes picture cards of each food and a template sheet where children can draw or write their own food combinations. This game helps improve memory, problem solving, concentration and observation as well as speaking and listening. It links to shape and space and to topics on food and plants.

This interactive resource is designed to support KS1 teachers in facilitating discussions about the New Year 2025, through the use of 16 picture and phrase flashcards. The activity encourages creativity, critical thinking, and communication skills, linking with PSHE and Speaking & Listening objectives. An engaging way to kick off the New Year, fostering positive conversations and a growth mindset for the year ahead! Key Features: • Picture and Phrase Flashcards: Each set includes a picture card (e.g., a child reaching for stars) and a matching phrase card (e.g., “Reach for the stars this New Year!”). • Open-Ended Activity: o Display a picture card and invite pupils to interpret its meaning in the context of the New Year. o Encourage them to suggest phrases that could match the image. o Discuss why they made their match, emphasizing that there are no wrong answers. • Whole-Class Discussion: Share one card at a time with the whole class. Discuss ideas together, encouraging different perspectives to be shared. • Small Groups or Pairs: Give each group or pair one or more picture cards. Let them discuss, collaborate, and share their thoughts with the class afterward. Materials Needed: • Printed flashcards (no pencils or additional resources required). Cut and laminate for reuse and versatility.

A fun, interactive resource introducing young learners to farm life through 9 cross curricular activities. Ideal for building vocabulary, speaking and listening, reading, writing and numeracy. Activities: Farm Doodle Colouring – Colour a detailed farm-themed doodle. List 10 Farm Items – Name and write down 10 things seen on a farm. Label 10 Animal Pictures – Identify and label illustrations of farm animals. Label 10 Animal Photos – Recognize and name farm animal photos. Cut and Order Animal Cards – Arrange animal cards (1–12) in order. Match Numbers to Animals – Match numerals (1–12) with animal cards. Colour ‘Farm Scene’ Observation – Discuss the scene, list items, and write a description or story. Match Animals to Sounds – Pair animals with their sounds (e.g., cow–moo). Farm Word Search – Find 5 farm words, write them, and colour the pictures. Answer Sheet – Solutions for the word search.

This resource for EYFS and KS1 guides children through decorating a Christmas tree in 10 easy steps. Starting with a simple tree outline, each worksheet adds details like patterned baubles, lights, a present and a kitten in a Santa hat, building up to a fully decorated tree in a festive scene. The final result is a colourful holiday picture, perfect for making into a poster or a Christmas card.

This KS1 comprehension activity features a black-and-white town scene for children to explore, discuss, and colour in. With 24 questions designed to encourage observation, speaking and listening, problem-solving, and comprehension, children can answer verbally or in writing. The activity also supports numeracy skills through links to counting and addition. An included answer sheet makes it easy to check responses. The resource fosters critical thinking and creativity in a fun, interactive way! Other links include Transport, Where we live and Buildings.

3 colouring sheets for children with a Valentine’s Day theme.

Celebrate the New Year with this 2025-themed back to school doodle activity! Perfect for KS1, these 3 worksheets feature fun images to colour and decorate. Children can also use the ideas from the doodles to create their own New Year posters. An engaging way to ring in 2025!

This set of 3 engaging doodle fun worksheets is designed for EYFS and KS1 learners, featuring a homes theme. Each worksheet includes items that can be found in the home. Perfect for learning new vocabulary and for children to explore different aspects of homes while having fun with doodles.

This set includes 10 black-and-white Christmas-themed letter-writing templates designed for children aged 4 and above. Each template features a festive illustration, perfect for writing thank-you notes after Christmas , or letters to express holiday wishes. The simple designs can be coloured in. These templates make letter writing fun and engaging, helping young children develop their writing skills while celebrating the Christmas spirit.

3 black and white worksheets for children to doodle with. The theme is nature and children can look out for the hidden animals in 2 of the sheets. Links with Science, Animals and Seasons and also a fun activity for back to school, wet play or early finishers.

This set of 10 writing frames is perfect for young learners, featuring a variety of themes to inspire creativity and support cross-curricular writing activities. Each page includes a border with playful designs, from nature-inspired motifs like leaves, and flowers to fun topics like musical instruments, a beach scene, balloons and shapes. The writing frames are tailored for young writers with lines to guide letter formation. The sheets are ideal for integrating writing practice into topics like science, maths, music, and art, making them a useful resource for classroom or home use.

10 printable sheets with ocean-themed borders. 5 in colour and 5 duplicated in black-and-white for children to colour in. Themes include fish, a beach scene, seaweed and ocean wildlife. Ideas for Use: • Creative Art: Children can colour the black-and-white borders and draw their own pictures in the centre. • Writing Activities: Use sheets for creative writing, poetry, or descriptive sentences related to ocean themes. • Topic Links: Incorporate into topics like Water, Our World, Travel, Animals, Conservation, or Holidays. • Cross-Curricular Activities: Combine with science (marine life), geography (oceans and islands), or literacy (writing, vocabulary and spelling).