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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.
Easter Writing Frames with Symbols
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Easter Writing Frames with Symbols

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A collection of Easter writing frames using symbols. The resources are in colour and black and white. Boardmaker licenced. Each writing frame shows a section that the children can write on and a picture related to Easter. The black and white pictures can be coloured in. There are 5 different designs of frames and a template for the children to draw their own picture in. The writing frames are useful too, to make into Easter Cards. Great for SEND pupils who will benefit from the use of symbols and also for EYFS and KS1.
Make CVC Words with Letters and Symbols
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Make CVC Words with Letters and Symbols

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A Letters and Sounds Phonics resource using S, A, T, P, I and N and making CVC words. There are 8 worksheets in colour and these are duplicated in black and white. Each worksheet is an activity in itself. Children trace the letters of the CVC words, cut them out and order them to make the word related to the picture. All the letters can be cut out, jumbled and children can make as many words as they can using the pictures to guide them. Laminate the colour cards and letters to make games of matching and making CVC words. The words included are sat, tap, pin, pan, pat, tin, tip, tan and sip.
Draw and write the Alphabet with Symbols
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Draw and write the Alphabet with Symbols

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A resource linked to phonics, the alphabet, reading and writing. There are a set of alphabet colour flash cards showing symbols for each letter of the alphabet. Next there are 2 worksheets: Children draw a picture for each letter of the alphabet using the black and white symbols to guide them and/or the colour flashcards. Children write the words for each sound using the word cards to support them. Boardmaker licenced.
Large and Small Flashcards with Symbols
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Large and Small Flashcards with Symbols

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A set of colour coded flashcards to support Measures and linked to Sorting and Matching for SEND, EYFS and KS1. There are 8 sheets, each with 6 flashcards. 3 are yellow (indicating small) and 3 are blue (indicating large). SEND pupils will be familiar with symbols and this will support their learning. Boardmaker Licenced. Cut out the flashcards and children can use these for speaking and listening, sorting and matching. Measures: In the context of measures, large and small are fundamental concepts that help children understand size, scale, and quantity. These are basic mathematical concepts that are crucial for understanding measurement, comparison, and spatial awareness. For example, children learn to measure and compare objects to determine which is larger or smaller, an essential skill in mathematics. The final page of the resource is a black and white template. Children can draw 3 large objects and 3 small objects and this will assess their learning and understanding.
Rainy Day Bingo Game with Symbols
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Rainy Day Bingo Game with Symbols

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This Rainy-Day Bingo Game resource provides a fun and engaging way to spend a rainy day indoors or to supplement your topic on Weather or Seasons. Children will have fun playing a themed Bingo game using symbols associated with rainy weather. The resource features: Game Planning Guide: Step-by-step instructions on how to set up and play the Rainy-Day Bingo Game. (Children can make their own). Ready-Made Bingo Boards: Six pre-designed Bingo boards featuring a variety of ‘rainy day’ symbols. Each board has a unique arrangement of symbols, ensuring a different experience for each player. Boards are colour coded with different colour borders. Boardmaker licenced
Emotion Bottles Worksheets KS1 and SEND
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Emotion Bottles Worksheets KS1 and SEND

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A collection of bottles, each showing a mixture of faces, representing different emotions (e.g., happy, sad, angry, surprised). Page 1 shows 3 examples. Every other page shows a bottle of emotions for children to recognise, count, match, sort and use for exploring their feelings. There are 12 bottle worksheets filled with emotion faces and a blank bottle template included. Some suggested activities include: Recognizing and Naming Emotions Counting Different Emotions Making Pairs or Sets Matching Faces Listing Emotions Writing About Emotions Using Emotions in a Phrase or Story Say How You Feel Now Exploring Emotions in Different Circumstances Describing an Emotion Making the Face represented in a picture Drawing Your Own Emotions and /or making your own emotion bottles Draw a big bottle (or use the template provided)and fill it with emotions you feel during a typical day. Links to emotional regulation and topics on Ourselves, feelings and emotions.
My Animal Differentiated Workbook
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My Animal Differentiated Workbook

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An 18 page differentiated workbook with an animal theme for EYFS / KS1 and suitable for SEND pupils. Page 1 - Title Page for children to colour showing the 8 animals featured in the workbook. Page 2 / 3 -Worksheets in colour and black and white showing the animals and their names for children to trace over. Page 4 / 5 - Same sheets as Page 2/3 with space for children to write / spell their own words. Page 6 /7 - Children read the text about the animals and locate / underline the animals names as they find them. In colour and black and white. Page 8 / 9 - Children match the animals names with the pictures in colour and B/W. Page 10 - The animals names are jumbled up, children sort them out and match the the original words. Pages 11 - 18 - A worksheet with each animal for children to colour in, trace the words and sentences e.g. Polar bears live in icy places. Links with reading, writing, handwriting, phonics and animal themes.
Number Tracing Bottles Zero to Ten
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Number Tracing Bottles Zero to Ten

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Engage young learners in improving number recognition and writing skills with this SEND-friendly tracing activity. Each page focuses on a single number (0–10), featuring: Numbers for tracing. Fun characters on each page to spark interest. A blank bottle is included as a template for teachers or children. Perfect for EYFS and KS1 learners, including those with special educational needs, to practice handwriting and build confidence in numbers. Cut out and laminate the number bottles for reuse and durability. They make a great addition to the number or writing corner too.
30 Little Tracers Bottles EYFS and SEND
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30 Little Tracers Bottles EYFS and SEND

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This resource consists of 29 bottles featuring unique patterns and shapes for children to trace, plus a blank bottle template for creating their own designs. The resource can be laminated to be durable and reusable. It supports fine motor skill development, creativity, and early pattern recognition. Key Features: • Pre-designed bottles with a variety of patterns and shapes and cross curricular themes. • A blank template for personalised designs. Ideas sheet included for teachers use. Objectives: Develop fine motor skills through tracing and mark-making. Support shape and pattern recognition. Foster creativity by encouraging children to design their own patterns. Enhance focus and hand-eye coordination. Provide a sensory-friendly, hands-on activity suitable for SEND learners.
Alphabet Tracing Bottles Fun
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Alphabet Tracing Bottles Fun

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“Alphabet Tracing Bottle Fun” involves giving children, bottle-shaped letter templates—one for each letter of the alphabet—plus a blank bottle for their own custom letters. By using a range of pencils, felt tip pens and (for laminated sheets) dry-erase markers, children can trace and re-trace letters, developing fine motor skills and improving handwriting. Once complete, each child’s bottle can be displayed together on a classroom wall, creating a collaborative alphabet display. This activity is ideal for Early Years, Key Stage 1, and children with Special Educational Needs, promoting letter formation and handwriting practice in a fun, hands-on way.
Christmas SEN Writing Corner Aids
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Christmas SEN Writing Corner Aids

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20 sheets that can be laminated and added to your writing corner each with a Christmas theme. Children can use dry markers to trace over the Christmas words. Alternatively, use as the basis for children to make their own posters or Christmas cards. Supports handwriting and fine motor control.
A Christmas Symbol Alphabet Sheet
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A Christmas Symbol Alphabet Sheet

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*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. A simple activity for Christmas linked to your phonics work. The sheet shows a symbol for each letter of the alphabet for children to sound and colour in. There is a word box included. Children could cut out and order the picture symbols and write the words beneath.
Colour and Count to 10 at Christmas
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Colour and Count to 10 at Christmas

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*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. A resource for children learning to count to 10, or consolidate their numbers to 10 using symbols to support them. There are 5 worksheets. Add the numbers into the boxes for children to count and then colour in e.g. add 5 to the bells and children then count and colour in 5 bells.
Christmas Colouring Fun with Symbols
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Christmas Colouring Fun with Symbols

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*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. 7 fun colouring sheets using symbols. There is a colour picture in the corner of each sheet for children to copy, or they could use their own colour designs. Children can write over the dotted words for each picture. Pictures are: Santa and his sleigh Santa Christmas tree Candles Wreath Stocking Party
New Year and Christmas Matching Symbols
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New Year and Christmas Matching Symbols

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Create a topical matching activity for EYFS and SEND children, using two themed card sets in both colour and black and white. Set 1: New Year-themed cards featuring fireworks, balloons, and a party. Set 2: Christmas-themed cards including the Nativity scene, Santa, and a Christmas tree. Instructions: (Print, cut, and laminate the cards for durability). Use them for matching games (e.g., match colour to black and white or colour to colour) or as visual aids for displays. Children can colour the black and white symbols and match them. (There are 2 of each picture to match per page). These cards support early learning through play, recognition, and creativity and use symbols to support SEND pupils with their learning. Boardmaker licenced.
Christmas Grid Drawing Sheets
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Christmas Grid Drawing Sheets

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10 different pictures for children to draw and colour using the drawing grids to help them. The theme is Christmas and includes Santa, snowmen, a reindeer, bells and a star. Pupils with special educational needs may benefit from using the grids to assist their drawing too.
10 Christmas Plasticine Mats
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10 Christmas Plasticine Mats

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10 plasticine mats for you to print, laminate and add to your writing table or corner. Each mat shows 4 words which children can match to the pictures and then make a plasticine line or use a dry marker. Useful for reading and fine motor control exercises.
Christmas Writing Frame
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Christmas Writing Frame

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There are 2 versions of this writing frame for Christmas - one shows black and white pictures and one is colour. Children can talk about the things they like at Christmas using their senses and experiences e.g. what they like to eat or watch on TV. They can then complete the sentences or draw a picture. A good resource for KS1, EYFS and SEND children. There are pictures to support children with their writing and communication.
Christmas Symbols to Label Colour Count
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Christmas Symbols to Label Colour Count

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*Licenced to use, produce and sell resources using Boardmaker symbols. This resource can be used as a lesson in itself, or the flashcards can be used for displays or as a Christmas topic resource. Lesson Idea linking literacy and number Share the flashcards. Can children recognise, name, match the pictures? Children can label the pictures on sheet 2. Page 1 shows a collection of 7 Christmas related pictures. Children count up how many there are of each and write the numbers in the boxes.
All You Want for Christmas Symbol Set
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All You Want for Christmas Symbol Set

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*Licenced to use, produce and sell resources using Boardmaker symbols. 15 pages of flashcards with 6 on each page, all with a Christmas theme. The same pages are duplicated in black and white for children to colour in / label and/or match. Great for communication boards, displays and speaking and listening.