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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.
6 Early Years Writing Patterns
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6 Early Years Writing Patterns

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3 pattern sheets in black and white and 3 in colour. Fun pattern work to support fine motor control for young children. Laminate and use with dry pens and add to your writing corner, or enlarge and use with paint.
Sound Write Colour Christmas Workbook
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Sound Write Colour Christmas Workbook

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An alphabet literacy based workbook for SEND children and suitable for EYFS and KS1. Boardmaker licenced with symbols. A resource linked to both Christmas, the alphabet and phonics. Each page shows a different letter of the alphabet. Children name the pictures on each page, say the sounds, spell and write the letters and words. The pictures/symbols link to Christmas e.g. A is for angel and G is for gift.
12 Months Matching with Symbols SEND
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12 Months Matching with Symbols SEND

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An activity linked to numbers to 12, months of the year and handwriting. Children can cut out the colour cards showing numbers 1 to 12, the months of the year and a picture for each month. They can match these and sequence. The fourth sheet is black and white and gives children the opportunity to consolidate their learning and to trace over the months of the year. Boardmaker licenced. Cut and laminate for matching games.
6 Hand Writing Skills Food Sheets SEND
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6 Hand Writing Skills Food Sheets SEND

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A set of 6 sheets with a food theme where children can practice their fine motor skills and colour in the pictures. Ice Cream Fruit Vegetables Cakes Party Food Christmas Food
Weather Counting to 10 With Symbols
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Weather Counting to 10 With Symbols

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This resource consists of two worksheets, each focusing on Weather. The first worksheet covers numbers 1 to 5, the second covers numbers 6 to 10. Sheet 3 is a blank template that can be used in a variety of ways. Each worksheet includes five pictures related to weather such as sunny, snowmen and rainy. Children count and colour the pictures and cut them out. There are matching number cards for each picture. Children can write the corresponding number, trace the numeral, and then match these cards to the picture symbols. There are also cards displaying the names such as boots, mittens and snowmen. Children can practice their writing skills, cut out the words, and match them to the appropriate pictures. The resource also includes a blank template, allowing children to get creative by drawing their own weather related pictures or pasting pictures in numerical order. Links Seasons, Winter, Weather, Number with Reading and Writing. Boardmaker licenced
Feelings Counting Activity with Symbols
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Feelings Counting Activity with Symbols

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This resource consists of two worksheets, each focusing on FEELINGS. The first worksheet covers numbers 1 to 5, the second covers numbers 6 to 10. Sheet 3 is a blank template that can be used in a variety of ways. Each worksheet includes five pictures related to feelings, such as worried, happy, sad and excited. Children count and colour the pictures and cut them out. There are matching number cards for each picture. Children can write the corresponding number, trace the numeral, and then match these cards to the picture symbols on the worksheets. There are also cards displaying feeling words such as worried, miserable and angry. Children can practice their writing skills, cut out the words, and match them to the appropriate picture symbols. The resource also includes a blank template, allowing children to get creative by drawing their own feeling related pictures or pasting pictures in numerical order. Links Feelings with Ourselves, Number with Reading and Writing. Boardmaker licenced.
Toys 3 Activities with Symbols
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Toys 3 Activities with Symbols

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This resource focuses on activities cantered around the theme of toys. Tailored to support SEND, EYFS, and KS1 curricula, it provides: Visual Stimulation: 4 coloured worksheets and corresponding black and white versions showcasing a range of toys. Hands-on Interaction: Activities involving cutting, pasting, and colouring to enhance fine motor skills. Cognitive Development: Tasks aimed at categorization, and descriptive language skills. Personal Connection: Opportunities for children to express personal toy preferences, fostering emotional and social growth. Included is a planning sheet with 3 suggested activities which make use of the resources provided. Planning includes resource lists, objectives and step by step guides. Boardmaker Licenced.
Transport Activities with Symbols
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Transport Activities with Symbols

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This “Transport Symbols” resource is tailored to engage SEND, EYFS, and KS1 children. The resource provides opportunities for children to recognise different vehicles, understand their environments, and engage in creative play. It encompasses hands-on activities, from colouring and sticking to collaborative group tasks and imaginative play. There is a planning sheet which sets out 5 different activities, lists resources needed, gives objectives and step by step guides for children / teachers. There are 4 black and white worksheets and 4 in colour. There is also a blank template which is included in the planned activities. Each worksheet contains 13 picture symbols of types of transport. Boardmaker licenced.
Christmas Crosswords, Captions and Colouring
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Christmas Crosswords, Captions and Colouring

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This Christmas workbook blends crosswords, a word search, labelling, writing, and colouring activities, offering a range of learning experiences that cater to different abilities. The resource includes Boardmaker symbols (Boardmaker licenced). The activities align with EYFS and KS1 learning objectives and link to literacy. There are 9 worksheets altogether and an answer sheet to go with the word search.
Tracing the Alphabet and Numbers
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Tracing the Alphabet and Numbers

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A resource of 2 worksheets which teachers can use for assessment and / or to support children with their fine motor control. Sheet 1 shows letters of the alphabet in capital and lower case form. Sheet 2 shows numbers from 1 to 26 to trace. Suitable for SEND, EYFS and KS1 children.
Spooky Fun:5 Halloween Activities SEND / KS1
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Spooky Fun:5 Halloween Activities SEND / KS1

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Overview for Teachers of SEND and KS1: This resource pack provides engaging activities for young learners, ensuring that they can join in the spooky fun while practicing their reading, writing and number skills. 1.Spot the Difference Halloween Sheet: Children are challenged to find 10 differences between two Halloween-themed images. This activity sharpens observational skills and attention to detail. 2.Halloween Crossword: Simplified for young learners, this crossword features 4 words with corresponding images. Symbolic aids ensure children who might struggle with traditional clues can still participate. 3.Halloween Counting up to 10: Maths meets Halloween! Children count each of the six different Halloween symbols such as – pumpkins, witches, and spiders – and jot down the numbers in the boxes. This activity reinforces counting skills and number recognition. 4.Label the Halloween Pictures: Enhancing vocabulary and spelling, children label each of the 8 Halloween pictures. 5.Halloween Word Search: With 9 words to find, this word search incorporates symbols to guide children in their quest. Additional Features: Black and White Format: This saves on printing costs but also allows children to colour in the images, adding an additional layer of engagement. Answer Sheet Included for the Word Search: For easy reference and to aid teachers in guiding children through the activity or for checking own work. Use linked to lessons, for homework or wet play. Boardmaker Licenced.
Seasons, Months and Festivals Activities
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Seasons, Months and Festivals Activities

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Seasons, Months, and Festivals Activity pack" for KS1 and SEND Children. Save time and effort! This resource includes a planning sheet providing objectives, activities, a list of needed resources, an assessment guide, and extension ideas. Worksheet 1 - Interactive Symbols: Engage your children with 30 colour symbols, each representing the characteristics of different months, seasons, and a wide array of festivals. Worksheet 2 - Word Cards: Stimulate cognitive skills with word cards arranged both horizontally and vertically. This design adds an element of interest but also challenges children’s finding skills, making learning more fun. Inclusive Design: The resource is suitable for KS1 and SEND children. Use as a mini unit of work or lesson plan or dip in for a related activity on Weather, Seasons, Sequencing, Reading or Writing. Boardmaker Licenced.
Phonics: Final Sounds Work with Symbols
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Phonics: Final Sounds Work with Symbols

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A comprehensive resource pack, designed to strengthen and consolidate the understanding of final sounds in words, specifically those with 2 letters (e.g., ‘og’) and 3 letters (e.g., ‘ing’). An invaluable tool for SEND and KS1 pupils. Pack Features: 2 planning sheets showing sound, resources needed, activity steps and extension ideas for each sound. Variety and Depth: The pack comprises 15 worksheets, each dedicated to a different final sound. Say, Write, and Trace: The exercises follow a three-step learning process for each sound: Say the Sound: Encourages auditory recognition and oral repetition, building phonemic awareness. Write the Sound: Pupils complete words by matching them with corresponding pictures, promoting association and comprehension. Trace the Letters: Alongside each worksheet, there’s a panel for tracing, fostering fine motor skills and reinforcing letter formation. Integration with Boardmaker Symbols (licenced): Each worksheet incorporates relevant symbols. These symbols offer visual support for auditory instructions. Use the worksheets and ideas to support your phonics work or as a unit of work in itself.
Phonics Initial Sound Work with Symbols
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Phonics Initial Sound Work with Symbols

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A structured phonics lesson pack for SEND and KS1 children, that uses Boardmaker symbols (licenced). The pack includes a planning overview showing the sounds focused on, the resources needed, and an extension activity for each initial sound. There are 15 worksheets, each with a different sound focus including st, sp, pl, pr, gl, gr, cr, cl, tr and th. There are 9 pictures/symbols on each sheet. These can be coloured in. By offering a step-by-step guide, complete with visual cues, repetitive tracing exercises, and engaging pictures, the resources ensure that every child, regardless of their learning style or pace, can begin to grasp the essential phonics concepts. The act of tracing, writing, and visually associating images with sounds offers multi-sensory stimulation, ensuring that learning is not just limited to listening. The extension activities allow children to recognize and apply phonics in varied contexts.
Phonics: N and I Work with Symbols
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Phonics: N and I Work with Symbols

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This phonics resource is prepared with the needs of SEND and KS1 children in mind, focusing on distinguishing between the sounds and written letters N and I. It can form a complete lesson or part of a unit of work on phonics. The visual worksheets, featuring colourful illustrations of Norman, Imelda, and their interests, offer an engaging approach to learning. There are two distinct worksheets for each letter, complete with amusing stories that embed the words beginning with the N and I, facilitating auditory and visual recognition. The activity promotes cutting, matching, colouring, tracing, and writing, covering a range of fine motor skills and comprehension tasks. For SEND children, particular support has been considered, such as adaptive scissors, auditory cues, enlarged fonts, and tactile resources like sandpaper letters. The combination of these features ensures that the resource is inclusive as well as enjoyable. Boardmaker licenced
Phonics: A and T Words with Symbols
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Phonics: A and T Words with Symbols

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This phonics resource is prepared with the needs of SEND and KS1 children in mind, focusing on distinguishing between the sounds and written letters A and T. It can form a complete lesson or part of a unit of work on phonics. The visual worksheets, featuring colourful illustrations of Anne, Tim, and their interests, offer an engaging approach to learning. There are two distinct worksheets for each letter, complete with amusing stories that embed the words beginning with the A and T, facilitating auditory and visual recognition. The activity promotes cutting, matching, colouring, tracing, and writing, covering a range of fine motor skills and comprehension tasks. For SEND children, particular support has been considered, such as adaptive scissors, auditory cues, enlarged fonts, and tactile resources like sandpaper letters. The combination of these features ensures that the resource is inclusive as well as enjoyable. Boardmaker licenced.
Phonics: S and P Work with Symbols
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Phonics: S and P Work with Symbols

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This phonics resource is prepared with the needs of SEND and KS1 children in mind, focusing on distinguishing between the sounds and written letters S and P. It can form a complete lesson or part of a unit of work on phonics. The visual worksheets, featuring colourful illustrations of Paul, Sally, and their interests, offer an engaging approach to learning. There are two distinct worksheets for each letter, complete with amusing stories that embed the words beginning with the S and P, facilitating auditory and visual recognition. The activity promotes cutting, matching, colouring, tracing, and writing, covering a range of fine motor skills and comprehension tasks. For SEND children, particular support has been considered, such as adaptive scissors, auditory cues, enlarged fonts, and tactile resources like sandpaper letters. The combination of these features ensures that the resource is inclusive as well as enjoyable. Boardmaker licenced.
A School Adventure with Symbols
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A School Adventure with Symbols

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In this activity, children will explore different symbols related to school life. They will see pictures of classroom essentials, activities, and some of their favourite places around the school such as the ‘sports’ hall or the library. The aim is to identify each image and write its corresponding word in the boxes provided. To help kick start this journey, already provided are three words for each page, that can be traced over. There are 3 pages in colour and the same 3 in black and white. Links to School, Ourselves, Writing and Handwriting, English Language Learning. Boardmaker licenced.
Expressing Ourselves with Drawing and Writing
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Expressing Ourselves with Drawing and Writing

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The “Expressing Ourselves” activity sheets are designed to encourage self-awareness and self-expression among SEND and KS1 children. Through picture-prompted answers and self-representation drawings, the lesson aims to combine comprehension, creativity, and communication among children. There is a planning overview on how to use the worksheets and activities with objectives, resources needed, activity steps and extension ideas. There are 2 worksheets that come in black and white and colour. Each sheet shows a child with symbols related to their likes and preferences. The picture cues support children in filling in the boxes e.g. My favourite colour is… or Soup I like is…. There is a sheet where children draw their own self-portrait and fill in their likes and preferences in response to the questions. The final sheet is a template for teachers or children to use in their preferred way. Links to topics on Me, Ourselves as well as Literacy, speaking and listening, reading and writing. Boardmaker licenced.
School Resources Adventure for SEND
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School Resources Adventure for SEND

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A set of 4 planned lessons for SEND children including objectives, activity ideas, resources, adult support and notes. Each lesson uses some or all of the 5 sheets of symbols. There are 12 symbols on each sheet. These symbols are in black and white and can be coloured in as an extra activity. The 4 lessons in brief are: My Personal Communication Board This allows children to reflect on their needs, fostering self-awareness and mutual respect. Symbolic Discoveries An engaging task that hones fine motor skills while teaching symbolic recognition. Symbolic Sorting Quest This promotes categorical thinking, symbol recognition and a deeper understanding of everyday tools and inclusiveness. Symbolic Relay Race This lesson combines physical activity with symbolic learning, making lessons fun and engaging. Boardmaker licenced.