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Teaching and Learning Resources for Early Learners and KS1

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Looking for something original? Here are some Resources for Early Learners and Key Stage 1 that you won't have used before. There are also some Key Stage 2 and a variety of SEND resources. Alphabet, Phonics, Speaking and Listening, Reading & Writing Activities and a range of topic resources. Worksheets, flashcards, activities, PPTs, quiz games and posters are all included. Most images licenced from graphicsfactory.com and symbols are licenced from Boardmaker.

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Looking for something original? Here are some Resources for Early Learners and Key Stage 1 that you won't have used before. There are also some Key Stage 2 and a variety of SEND resources. Alphabet, Phonics, Speaking and Listening, Reading & Writing Activities and a range of topic resources. Worksheets, flashcards, activities, PPTs, quiz games and posters are all included. Most images licenced from graphicsfactory.com and symbols are licenced from Boardmaker.
30 Easter Words and Symbols Activities
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30 Easter Words and Symbols Activities

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Activity sheets for SEND pupils and Key Stage 1 related to Easter and Literacy. Sheet 1 shows 30 symbols with an Easter theme. Children can name and colour these and match them to the words on sheet 2. Sheet 3 is a template for children to cut and paste or write the 30 Easter words in alphabetical order. Links to Celebrations, Special Days, reading, writing, alphabetical order and phonics. Extend by asking children to use the key words to write about Easter in creative form, poetry or key phrases / sentences. Boardmaker licenced
Flowers and Plants Symbols
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Flowers and Plants Symbols

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3 pages of flashcards related to flowers and plants. The pages can be used as worksheets or cut into 8 flashcards. Each card shows a symbol such as roots or leaves and asks children to trace over the words and colour in the pictures. Once the children have completed the activity you could add the cards for displays, visual aids, or use in nature trails or scavenger hunts. Links to your Science, nature or outdoor learning topics and suitable for EYFS/KS1 and SEND pupils. Also link to National Plant a Flower Day on March 12th. Boardmaker licenced.
Toys Rhyming Words with Symbols Sheets
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Toys Rhyming Words with Symbols Sheets

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3 Toys worksheets suitable for SEND, EYFS and KS1. Each worksheet is in colour and black and white. Children will need to use their listening skills to hear sounds that are the same and at the same time learn about spelling rules. There are 6 toys symbols on each sheet and symbols that match such as ball and wall and toys and boys. Children can use the words at the bottom of each sheet to help them and make a list of pairs of words that rhyme. Boardmaker licence
Spring + Easter Rhyming Words + Symbols
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Spring + Easter Rhyming Words + Symbols

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3 Spring / Easter worksheets suitable for SEND, EYFS and KS1. Each worksheet is in colour and black and white. Children will need to use their listening skills to hear sounds that are the same and at the same time learn about spelling rules. There are 6 Spring / Easter related symbols on each sheet and symbols that match such as bunny and honey and Spring and ring. Children can use the words at the bottom of each sheet to help them and make a list of pairs of words that rhyme. Boardmaker licence
Buildings and Places with Symbols
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Buildings and Places with Symbols

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A collection of 15 symbol cards in colour and black and white, showing places to visit and /or buildings. Cut and laminate the cards for displays and visual aids and for children to use in their written work. Page 3 is a template showing the names only of the places. Children can draw the places or buildings or paste the symbols into the boxes. Pages 4 and 5 show 5 places each and children have room to write about these places in the spaces provided. **Boardmaker licenced
Oceans and Seas Sound Sorting with Symbols
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Oceans and Seas Sound Sorting with Symbols

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A resource linked to Oceans and Seas / Water and National Dolphin Day on April 14th. Linked also to reading and phonics. There are 3 differentiated worksheets. Sheet 1 Children sort out colour pictures with words into those beginning with S and those not beginning with S. Sheet 2 Children sort the colour pictures without the words. Sheet 3 Children colour the pictures and sort into sets. Boardmaker licenced
On the Farm Counting to 6 with Symbols
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On the Farm Counting to 6 with Symbols

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6 black and white worksheets with a farm theme. Children colour the pictures and count the things that can be found on the farm. Once this is complete, children can cut out their sheets and sequence the pictures from 1 to 6. Suitable for EYFS, KS1 and SEND Boardmaker licenced
My ABC on the Farm with Symbols
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My ABC on the Farm with Symbols

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Add this resource to your topic for the Farm or Animals. Links to the Alphabet, phonics and the Farm. Each of the 3 pages shows black and white symbols or pictures related to the farm. There are pictures for each letter of the alphabet. Children trace the initial sounds / letters, name and colour the pictures. These can then be cut out to make a book or display or to sequence the alphabet. Boardmaker licenced.
Clothes Bumper Resource Pack + Symbols
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Clothes Bumper Resource Pack + Symbols

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The "Clothes Bumper Resource Pack " is tailored for educators working with SEND, KS1 , and EYFS children. The resource pack aligns with a thematic focus on clothing, getting dressed, and its cross-curricular connections. Use as a unit of work or take from the resources for relevant lessons. Contents of the Resource Pack: 3 Planning Sheets Objectives: Clearly defined goals to ensure structured and purposeful learning. Resources: A list of required materials and tools for each activity. Activity Descriptions: Step-by-step breakdowns for each learning activity. Adult Support Needed: Guidelines on how staff can aid and facilitate each activity. 11 Activity Ideas : These include links with a range of subjects e.g. Science: Exploration of different materials used in clothing. Literacy: Phonics, spelling, and storytelling exercises revolving around clothing themes. Mathematics: Practical applications e.g. money through buying and selling clothing items. 80 Colour Picture Symbols: Symbols related to clothing, ready to be cut out. They can be laminated for durability and reuse in various activities and games. Worksheets: These are designed to align with the activity ideas. The inclusion of symbols and visual aids caters to a diverse range of learning styles, ensuring that children with SEND can equally benefit and engage with the content. Boardmaker licenced.
February Workbook with Symbols SEND/KS1
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February Workbook with Symbols SEND/KS1

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Celebrate February with these 3 worksheets using symbols to support learning. 29 Objects to find - this worksheet lists 29 things children may relate to February, including icicles, ice skates, snowballs, pancakes, Valentine’s Day cards, mittens and winter hats. Children can tick off the symbols as they find them. A February Poem - children read the poem and then trace over the words. Children learn about the days in the leap year. Children can go on to write their own simple poems or sentences about February. Calendar - here is a calendar for February that children can complete and add in the key celebrations. Boardmaker Licenced.
On the Farm 20 Picture Symbols to Find
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On the Farm 20 Picture Symbols to Find

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A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white. The resource links Farm themes with counting, reading, close observations skills, animals and colouring. The objective is for children to read and identify farm related picture symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 picture symbols. The black and white sheet can be coloured in. Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers. Boardmaker Licenced.
Transport 20 Picture Symbols to Find
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Transport 20 Picture Symbols to Find

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A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white. The resource links Transport themes with counting, reading, close observations skills and colouring. The objective is for children to read and identify transport picture symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 forms of transport. The black and white sheet can be coloured in. Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers. Boardmaker Licenced.
TOYS 20 Picture Symbols to Find
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TOYS 20 Picture Symbols to Find

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A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white. The resource links Toy themes with counting, reading, close observations skills and colouring. The objective is for children to read and identify the toys pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 toys. The black and white sheet can be coloured in. Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers. Boardmaker Licenced.
Clothes 20 Picture Symbols to Find
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Clothes 20 Picture Symbols to Find

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A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white. The resource links Clothes themes with counting, reading, close observations skills and colouring. The objective is for children to read and identify the clothing pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 items. The black and white sheet can be coloured in. Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers. Boardmaker Licenced.
Minibeasts 20 Pictures + Symbols to Find
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Minibeasts 20 Pictures + Symbols to Find

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A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white. The resource links Minibeast themes with counting, reading, close observations skills and colouring. The objective is for children to read and identify minibeast pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 minibeasts. The black and white sheet can be coloured in. Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers. Boardmaker Licenced.
The Circus 20 Pictures + Symbols to Find
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The Circus 20 Pictures + Symbols to Find

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A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white. The resource links a Circus theme with counting, reading, close observation skills and colouring. The objective is for children to read and identify the circus pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 items. The black and white sheet can be coloured in. Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers. Boardmaker Licenced.
Seaside 20 Pictures and Symbols to Find
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Seaside 20 Pictures and Symbols to Find

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A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white. The resource links a Seaside theme with counting, reading, close observation skills and colouring. The objective is for children to read and identify the seaside pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 items. The black and white sheet can be coloured in. Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers. Boardmaker Licenced.
Emotions Exploring Activity Cards SEND KS1
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Emotions Exploring Activity Cards SEND KS1

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The “Emotions Exploring Activity Kit” is a resource designed for SEND and KS1 children, providing teachers with a planning sheet containing five engaging activity ideas: Emotion Sorting, Emotion Stories, Emotion Matching, Emotion Diary, and Feelings Board. Each activity is clearly outlined with objectives, step-by-step instructions, and a list of necessary resources, making it easy to implement in the classroom. The kit includes two pages of cards displaying symbols connected to various emotions, which can be printed in colour or black and white. Each page features 28 small cards that can be cut out and laminated, offering a versatile tool for a range of activities centered on emotions, feelings, self-awareness, emotional regulation, and behaviour support. This resource supports children to explore and understand their emotions in a structured and supportive environment. Boardmaker licensed.
Let's Label the Picnic with Symbols
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Let's Label the Picnic with Symbols

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This literacy resource for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Key Stage 1 (KS1) and SEND children, integrates reading, writing, and speaking and listening skills through activities centred around picnics. The first page features an illustration of a picnic basket surrounded by picnic items and food such as a picnic table, a rug, fruit, crisps and juice, which children can name and label using the provided word wall. The second page replicates this sheet in black and white for children to colour, reinforcing picnic items recognition and vocabulary. The third page is the word wall itself, offering a reference for matching words to picnic items, spelling and writing practice. This resource supports vocabulary development, reading and writing and handwriting skills. Boardmaker licenced.
Let's Label the Transport with Symbols
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Let's Label the Transport with Symbols

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This literacy resource for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Key Stage 1 (KS1) and SEND children, integrates reading, writing, and speaking and listening skills through activities centred around Transport. The first page features an illustration of transport such as a bus, a car, an ambulance and a boat, which children can name and label using the provided word wall. The second page replicates this sheet in black and white for children to colour, reinforcing transport recognition and vocabulary. The third page is the word wall itself, offering a reference for matching words to transport , spelling and writing practice. This resource supports vocabulary development, reading and writing and handwriting skills. Boardmaker licenced.