Here are 4 sets of jobs people do for children to name, discuss, label and / or write about. Links with Literacy, World of Work, People who Help us and a range of other topics.

Links to World of Work, Occupations, Jobs and People who help us. There are 3 doodle sheets with a focus on tools that are used for different trades or purposes. Sheet 1 is more general, sheet 2 relates to painting and decorating and sheet 3 is to do with car mechanics. Opportunities for speaking and listening, learning new vocabulary and thinking about the jobs people do and the tools they may need.

Write about what Sadie likes and dislikes. Write about what you and your best friend like. Write short descriptions and key words to describe your self and best friend.

This is a speaking and listening activity and works well in pairs or small groups. There are 24 colour cards to cut out. Children discuss the cards and decide if the statements are positive or negative. They can then sort them into 2 sets. Can they change the negative statements into positive ones? The final sheet is a writing frame where children can make 2 lists - positive and negative statements. The first one is written for them. Links to About You and Healthy Lifestyles.

12 cards showing Emotion or Feeling Words to cut out for display or visual teaching aids.

A 3 page colour banner to join together to put on your Occupations or Jobs display.

12 black and white picture cards for children to talk about and cut and match to the coloured in versions. Or duplicate the black and white pictures for children to match. Links to Ourselves and Feelings topics. There is a template included for children to draw their own faces onto.

*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. A resource linked to art as well as Ourselves, Feelings, Emotions, Behaviour Regulation and Speaking and Listening. There are 3 pages each showing 20 black and white pictures of faces. Activities include sorting emotion cards as well as drawing them. There is a blank template included for children to draw in.

3 activity sheets based on the theme of World of Work for KS1. Sheet 1 shows 20 characters with props that suggest their occupations. Children can make a list of what jobs they think the people do and then write the corresponding numbers next to the characters. Sheet 3 gives suggestions that may support the children in their choices and with their written work. Sheet 2 shows 4 characters and asks the children to add props to each person to indicate what jobs they might do. They can then write the titles underneath the pictures. Sheet 3 can also be used for children to draw pictures of occupations or props and /or to write the words.

A fun way to begin to wind down and think about the year and the year ahead. Children can put their thoughts in the form of a poster which they can decorate, customise and make their own. Sheet 1 shows a template for a poster that children can use or use to give them some inspiration and ideas for making their own posters. Sheet 2 is a filled in poster designed on the computer, but could equally be made with art and craft materials, pictures or photos. The completed posters make a fabulous display for Open Days or front covers for End of Year scrapbooks.

3 black and white worksheets where children label the tools for each occupation: Gardener, Artist and General Odd Job person. Links to writing, Occupations, People who help us and World of Work.

2 colour and 2 black and white versions are included in this resource. There are 10 pictures where children can discuss what is happening at the hospital and then match the pictures to the sentences. Children can trace over the sentences or write underneath.

A nice little activity to do with your children towards the end of the school year when they are beginning to think about moving on and transition. There are 2 pages which you can print out double sided to make a little booklet for children to complete and fold. The booklet includes activities: Write 4 positive words about the future Write a word associated with the 8 given e.g. friend, change, new Write about a memorable event or trip Draw or make notes on things your have learned 7 questions to talk about with a friend or write about e.g. What are you most proud of this year? Children can decorate their booklets with stickers or colours to make them their own.

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.

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.

A speaking and listening activity linked to topics such as the World of Work, Occupations, Jobs and the Community. A good activity for those learning English as a second language too. Page 1 shows a collection of 25 people - some of these characters have the same or similar jobs and some are jobs that are open to interpretation. Page 2 gives a list of 7 possible questions or activities to start and develop discussions for individuals or groups.

A 14 page pack based on feelings, emotions and Bullying. The resource includes: 2 pages of vocabulary around feelings and emotions Sorting worksheet for helpful and unhelpful behaviour Writing / drawing about feelings and emotions Discussions about what is bullying and what can we do to stop it Designing a poster

*Licenced to use, produce and sell resources using Boardmaker symbols. 4 symbol boards or visual aids that can be used to support SEND pupils in keeping fit and healthy and communicating about the topic and their needs. Boards: 1 Hair 2 Teeth 3 Washing 4 Exercise There are 24 colour symbols on each page.

This EYFS and KS1 resource features 10 engaging colouring pages, each linked to themes such as kindness, well-being, mindfulness, and friendship and linking with numbers from 1 to 10. The pages are designed to encourage children to reflect on positive values while colouring in fun, relatable images. Each page features a rhyming message, paired with an illustration that reinforces the theme. Examples of the pages include: One Teddy Bear Hug, So Warm and Snug – This page shows a teddy bear giving a warm, comforting hug, promoting the importance of kindness and emotional warmth. Five Gold Stars – The stars represent friends, sharing their kindness. Eight Clever Cats, Stretch and Move All Day Long – A page showing cats doing yoga poses, promoting physical activity, self-care and well-being. Nine Number Friends, Share and Play – Encourages children to learn about numbers while emphasizing sharing and kindness.

This resource for KS1 includes 10 colouring pages / posters with a theme of celebrating Diversity. Most pages or posters feature uplifting messages like “This is Us!”, “Every Voice Matters”, “Different but the Same”, “Colours of the World”, “Everyone Belongs”, “Together We Shine”, and “Diversity is Our Strength”. Each page is different and can be used as a starting point or inspiration for children to create their own posters on Diversity. The resource helps children understand and embrace the idea that we are all unique, yet united, promoting inclusion and acceptance in a fun and creative way.