This literacy resource for EYFS and Key Stage 1 children features a colour storybook with ten pages, each dedicated to the adventures of a charming character named Bill. Bill enjoys a variety of activities, such as swimming, playing football, listening to the birds sing and learning about Space. Each page showcases an illustration of Bill paired with a simple sentence to read. After sharing the storybook, children can further their learning with corresponding worksheets designed to develop their handwriting skills. These worksheets allow children to trace words and sentences related to Bill’s activities and draw accompanying pictures. Each worksheet aligns with the storybook pages, enabling children to either select individual sheets or complete the entire booklet over time. Extend by asking children to make a storybook / worksheet about themselves. This resource is perfect for linking themes of self-awareness, Ourselves, storytelling, reading, speaking and listening, writing, and handwriting development.

A pack of resources for children based around the topics of the Seaside / Beach / Tropics / Hot Countries and Weather. There are 3 activity types: Matching words and pictures: There are 10 worksheets both in colour and in black and white. Children cut and match the words and pictures. Symbols and pictures are used. Boarmaker licenced. Scavenger Hunt: There are 2 Scavenger Hunt sheets in black and white. You can use the colour or black and white cards from the worksheets, cut these out, enlarge (if desired) and place around the classroom, school or play ground. Children locate the cards and tick off what they have found. They can then colour the sheets. Matching Words and Descriptions: Sheet 1 shows a list of words related to the topic and descriptions. Children match the correct description to the right words. Sheet 2 is a list of words and children write a brief description for each word.

This resource is designed to offer Key Stage 1 children an introduction to global cultures through the lens of clothing and diversity. Children can talk about the colour pictures of people from around the world, explore the traditional dress and reflect on how relevant these may be today. Children can discuss continuity and change. There is a planning table with 4 lessons including objectives, resources needed and step by stop instructions. There are 18 colour pictures and matching black and white versions for children to colour in. Each lesson encourages children to participate actively through colouring, storytelling, crafting, and designing. By exploring traditional dress from various countries, children will learn about different styles and purposes of clothing but also develop an appreciation for cultural diversity. This approach fosters respect and curiosity about the world around them helping children to build a foundation of inclusivity and global awareness. Links include Art and Design, Geography and Literacy.

This Autumn resource comprises nine pages, each with six colour ideas boxes tailored for both teachers and children to utilize during the autumn season. The ideas encapsulate the essence of Autumn, offering sensory experiences such as tasting toffee apples and autumnal jams. There’s an emphasis on tactile learning, with opportunities to handle autumn-hued sand, clay and playdough, or feel the textures of woollen toys, gloves, and hats. Additionally, the resource encourages fine motor skill development with boxes of autumn-coloured beads for threading. Creativity is further encouraged with wallpapers for cutting and bricks for constructive play. Overall, the resource is an autumn-themed ideas toolkit that enhances hands-on learning and creativity in the classroom. Individual cards could be duplicated, cut and matched as well as used as visual aids for displays or speaking and listening.

10 activities for EYFS and KS1 with a Bonfire Night theme. Children talk about the scene in the picture and colour in the black and white version to match the colour picture. Children have a colour picture showing children with their sparklers. Children write about the picture. A counting and writing activity. Children count and answer the questions e.g. how many rockets can they see. A starter for a Bonfire Night poster for children to complete. Children write in the missing numbers on the rockets and then colour them in. The beginning of a story about Peter on Bonfire Night for children to complete. The beginning of a story about Stella on Bonfire Night for children to complete. 5 Safety First rules for children to read and then trace over. The pictures support reading. Children write out 5 safety rules of their own on this sheet. Children read the number rhyme and then write and illustrate a simple one of their own.

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.

As Halloween approaches, don’t miss out on this specially created “Spooky Fun for All” collection. This unit of work has been carefully crafted, keeping in mind the diverse needs of our SEND, EYFS, and KS1 students. Within, there are 10 fully inclusive Halloween activities, each accompanied by clear objectives, required resources, easy-to-follow steps, suggested adult input, and tailored differentiation strategies to ensure all learners feel valued and engaged. Activities include matching and making pairs, Halloween card making, Bobbing for Apples, making a hat for a witch, carving a Jack O’ Lantern, working with dough and making a scarecrow. The unit culminates in a celebration Halloween party, providing children with a platform to showcase their creations, participate in newly learned games, and join a parade. Included are two sets of 15 Halloween symbols /visuals: one in color and the other in black and white, all themed around and linked to the activities. There are also 2 sample scary poems and imaginative story/poem starters designed to ignite creative writing. Boarmaker licenced.

In this resource, teachers will find five engaging short stories designed to spark the imaginations and creative writing skills of their children. “George the Ghost” scares himself by reading spooky tales, “Hide and Squeak”, a fun-filled game in a haunted house, “Pip Wins First Place”, a tale of a little girl’s triumph in a Halloween costume contest, “Winnie Witch Learns to Fly”, the journey of a young witch mastering her first broomstick, “Trick or Treat at Halloween”, a lively Halloween night adventure. Alongside the stories, each tale is accompanied by a colouring sheet.

This resource is an engaging tool for Key Stage 1 and EYFS teachers, aiming to instill an understanding of the desert and animals that can be found there, in young children. It links to primary science, literacy, geography and art areas of the curriculum. The resource pack includes a unit of work planning template detailing objectives, activities, assessment and resources as well as interesting extension ideas. Activities like word searches, labelling, drawing and discussions help to engage children and cater for different learning styles. The planning is adaptable to different abilities, and can be used as a whole or in parts. The resource also provides suggestions for teachers to assess children’s learning and understanding of the desert and desert animals.

This resource is an engaging tool for Key Stage 1 and EYFS teachers, aiming to instill an understanding of the Arctic and animals that can be found there, in young children. It links to primary science, literacy, geography and art areas of the curriculum. The resource pack includes a unit of work planning template detailing objectives, activities, assessment and resources as well as extension ideas. Activities like word searches, labelling, drawing and discussions help to engage children and cater for different learning styles. The planning is adaptable to different abilities, and can be used as a whole or in parts. The resource also provides suggestions for teachers to assess children’s understanding of Arctic animals. Tes paid licence

This resource is an engaging tool for Key Stage 1 and EYFS teachers, aiming to instill an understanding of Madagascar, and animals that can be found there, in young children. It links to primary science, literacy, geography, citizenship and art areas of the curriculum. The resource pack includes a unit of work detailing objectives, activities, assessment and resources as well as challenging extension ideas. Activities like the word search, labelling, drawing, colouring and discussions help to engage children and cater for different learning styles. The planning is adaptable to different abilities, and can be used as a whole or in parts. The resource also provides suggestions for teachers to assess children’s understanding of Madagascar and animals found there.

A pack of resources for Early Years children and KS1 children linked to Animals and Autumn. There is a planning sheet which gives 5 suggestions for activities including story, rhyme, poetry, art, song and dance. There are resources in colour and black and white which link to the activity ideas.

A lesson resource or unit of work when introducing the topic of Time Detectives or timelines to young children. There is a planning sheet included with learning objectives and activity ideas. There are 2 worksheets included where children can familiarize themselves with the idea of using information and answering questions. There is a template timeline sheet that children can use to make a simple personal timeline. There is a colour timeline completed by ‘Robert’ to share with your class to give them some ideas for when they make their own.

A complete set of resources for your topic on World of Work, Jobs or Occupations. Suitable for EYFS and KS1. There are 18 colour flashcards showing characters working in different roles/jobs. There are 8 worksheets with a range of cross curricular activities. Sheets 1, 2 and 3 Children name the occupation from looking at the colour characters and match these up with the titles of their jobs. Sheet 4 Children match up the workers with the objects related to their jobs. Sheet 5 List writing occupations using the template with picture border to support. Sheet 6 Children complete 6 Identification badges for given occupations by drawing or writing a phrase or sentence. Sheet 7 A fill in the missing word sheet using the key at the bottom of the page. Sheet 8 Children use the template to write a simple job application.

A 20 page resource pack for your topics on Explorers and Adventurers, Animals or / and David Attenborough. The resources link to animals and vocabulary used in the book David Attenborough by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara. Resources Colour and label the things explorers may take with them on their adventures Jungle borders for writing or drawing in Sea horse borders for writing or drawing in 16 word cards Blank template for you to create more word cards or for drawing in Class bunting outlines - children can make these to decorate your classroom Cut and match the animal pictures and photographs Match 3 animals to their habitats 9 - 15. 7 pages for phonics / handwriting practice based on animals in the book - turtle, gorilla, penguin, chameleon, sea horse, ant and bird A fossil colouring page 17 - 20 3 animals per page for children to write a sentence about

This is an animated PPT with 2 activity sheets as a follow up. Jo wants a new dog and is viewing them on ‘Zoom’! There are 20 dogs to choose from. Children watch the PPT and help Jo to decide on a dog they feel would be suitable. The slides are animated so the children will delight in watching the dogs on the TV, There are lots of details too on the slides for children to talk about and spot in the other slides. Some of these are animated also. The activity sheets are at the back: A writing frame for children to write their choice for Jo and their personal choice. They then draw these dogs. All 20 dog pictures - can children recall their names and write them underneath the pictures? You could also cut these out and laminate them and children can find the pictures to go with the slides as you go along. Extension activities include data handling - how many children chose the same or different dogs? How many children have pets?

A great speaking and listening slide show for the smart board or set of posters to print and use as visual aids when thinking about Ourselves or Toys.

A slide show on Transport or things that move. Great speaking and listening activity for young children for use as a slide show or series of posters.

A Father’s Day / Celebrations PPT and activities. This is an animated PPT with 2 activity sheets as a follow up. Jo wants to get her dad a Father’s Day gift but she cannot decide what. There are 20 animated ideas to choose from. Children watch the PPT and help Jo to decide on a gift they feel would be suitable. The slides are animated so the children will delight in watching the present ideas on the TV, There are lots of details too on the slides for children to talk about and spot in the other slides. Some of these are animated also. The activity sheets are at the back: A writing frame for children to write their choice for Jo and their personal choice. They then draw these gift choices. Activity sheet 2 is for children to draw and label all the choices of gift. One is done for them. Extension activities include data handling - how many children chose the same or different gifts? Make a Father’s day gift, card or write a letter to dad.

10 lovely transport pictures to learn to count with. Use on the Smart Board or as individual posters or visual aids. Great as a lesson starter.