Dive into the Most Sacred Day of the Jewish Calendar! This comprehensive resource offers a thoughtfully researched information text about Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement, accompanied by 8 differentiated, engaging supporting worksheets. The download includes: A meticulously crafted information text about Yom Kippur (both color and ink-saving black and white versions) The carefully researched Yom Kippur information text covers key aspects including: The significance and origins of Yom Kippur in Jewish tradition Historical context, including Moses and the Golden Calf incident Observance practices: fasting, prayer, and abstinence The Ten Days of Repentance and Erev Yom Kippur Rituals like Kol Nidre and the sounding of the shofar The importance of seeking and granting forgiveness Yom Kippur’s place in the broader Jewish calendar Engage your students with 8 diverse activities catering to different learning styles and abilities: Two levels of SAT-style Multiple-Choice Quizzes 3 Levels of Differentiated Written Response Sheets 2 Themed Crossword Puzzles Comprehensive True or False Question Sheet (41 questions) Answer Keys for all activities This resource provides a thorough introduction of Yom Kippur, its practices, and its profound significance in Jewish life, promoting cultural awareness and interfaith understanding. Unravel the mysteries of Yom Kippur and ignite curiosity in your classroom! Perfect for years 7-10. The fascinating text and fun activities will engage your students and help them appreciate Yom Kippur. Also see: Moses & Exodus of Egypt Moses & The Burning Bush Moses in the Bulrushes Joseph and His Brothers Queen Esther’s Story of Purim Story of Creation Story of Hanukkah Judaism Information Text David and Goliath

A4 Double-sided Titanic Reading Comprehension. Differentiated question sheets (higher 16, lower 10) with answers. 1 SAT style multiple choice question sheet. Answers are included for all levels and styles of questions. Reading sheet is a comprehensive overview which includes information about the construction, maiden voyage, passengers and crew, life aboard the Titanic, disaster, sinking, aftermath, and legacy.

Homonyms, Homographs & Heteronyms PowerPoint & Crossword. Homograph PowerPoint with simple clues and clear (labeled for reuse) clip-art. Each slide is animated: 1st click written clues are presented, 2nd click clip-art is shown, 3rd click answer is revealed - I use it with mini-whiteboards in a quiz game format. 25 common homographs presented (fit, ring, saw, gum, letters, light, train, table, club, watch, calf, coach, jam, dear, wave, cross, bark, park, orange, bat, right, tear, bow, wind, polish) ( - please see a screen shot of 9 of the slides) Also comes with a crossword using 17 of the 25 homographs to use as a homework or reinforcement activity. Differentiated crossword - one with clues and word box of spellings, one with only clues. I use it with ESL grade 2-5 students in an after school club and with my grade 3 (8 & 9 year olds) when we study this in grammar, but would be enjoyed by grades 2,3,4 and 5)

Clear verbs, nouns, adjectives mats or posters with definition and clear pictures to illustrate a selection of verbs, nouns, adjectives. 11 A4 posters included 4 verb posters or mats. 3 noun posters or mats. 4 adjective posters or mats. 1 version of the verbs poster with verbs defined twice as; ’ verbs are action words’ twice as ’ verbs are action words that describe what the noun is doing’ 1 extra version of verb posters (e.g. 4 verb posters) as above but action words replaced with doing words. Ideal for introducing and/or reinforcing verbs and nouns in year 1 and 2. Make it into a display with the bundle (See below)

Pronunciations of ‘ou’ sorting flashcards, read and colour the 4 pronunciations worksheet, and grouping and listing frame. Alternative pronunciations of ‘ou’ ‘ou’ as in ‘oo’ sound (e.g. you, group) 'ou’ as in ‘o’ sound (e.g. could, should) 'ou’ as in ‘oa’ sound (e.g. shoulder, boulder) Standard pronunciation of ‘ou’ ‘ou’ as in ‘ou’ sound (e.g. cloud, proud) Supports Phase 5 of Letters and Sounds.

Differentiated phonics​ worksheets for /j/, /v/, /w/, /x/, /y/, /z/ & /zz/, /qu/ Each sound has: Labeling worksheet (differentiated versions) Circle the matching word worksheet Find, Highlight and Write worksheet (differentiated versions) All worksheets designed with reference to the Letters and Sounds Word List. e.g. All the example /j/ words use only graphemes​ taught previously (i.e. during phase 2). The example /qu/ words might contain graphemes taught in previous weeks of phase 3 and those taught in phase 2. Very clear black and white clip-art used. I often enlarge the worksheets to A3 and use them for whole class teaching.

Contractions anchor chart / contractions poster, contractions worksheets, contractions quiz-quiz-trade cards. Variety of contraction activities - differentiated.

The seaside themed PowerPoint explains and shows what an array is, with fun seaside and beach illustrations, arrays using circles, clear examples, top tips for saving time e.g. counting in 2s, 5s and 10s. (Please see video for a 8 second per slide run through of the PowerPoint, actual PowerPoint is far smoother and controlled via right click to begin each animation, giving time for explanations and children to think and answer) Also included a fun, introductory array cut-match-stick worksheet (2 version: one at a lower level and one slightly harder)

Animated & illustrated PowerPoint introduction to prefixes and suffixes and how they change the meaning of (base) words. Most common prefixes and suffixes covered. Each prefix or suffix is presented with 10+ logical examples in an engaging style. Think-pair-share activities for each prefix or suffix. Slide Order: Review of base words quickly covered with an identify the base word activity. Explanation and examples of common prefixes: ‘re’, ‘un’, ‘mis’, ‘pre’, and ‘dis’. Each prefix then followed with a think-pair-share activity. 20+ examples of words with the prefix then shown for students to self check against. Explanation and examples of common suffixes: ‘-ful’, ‘-less’, ‘ly’, ‘er’, ‘est’ Each suffix followed with a think-pair-share activity 20+ Examples of words with the suffix. Quite a long slide show if all done at once (whole lesson perhaps). Could be used to introduce/review just prefixes or suffixes in one lesson by showing only 1 half of the presentation. Some slides could also be hidden. Other than a brief explanation and examples for each prefix or suffix, I’ve tried to keep it quite straight forward so that their isn’t too much lecturing or reading required. Recommend students use mini-whiteboards for the think-pair-shares or list on paper the examples pairs or small groups can come up with. Been designed with ESL grade 3, 4 and 5 students as the target pupils, so repetitive language used with vocabulary building as a desired outcome.

Yelling, telling or asking? A sentence type resource for year 2 and year 1 with 159 illustrated telling, asking or exclamatory sentences. Learners to add end punctuation. 3 similar sentences per A4 page - 1 of each sentence type (yelling, telling or asking) 1 version with 3 very similar sentences, but which on careful reading are each different (i.e. 1 is a simple telling, 1 is exclamatory, 1 is a question sentence) (51 sentences) 1 version with 3 obviously different sentences (36 sentences) but with a the same sentence topic. 1 version as above with easier to read/decodable sentences for LA learners (21 sentences) 1 version with 3 very similar sentences but which change dependent upon the end punctuation (51 sentences)

66 differentiate phonics worksheets for phase 3 (weeks 3 and 4) Consonant digraphs ch, sh, th, ng Vowel digraphs ai, ee, oa, long oo, short oo Each digraph has: A variety of differentiated labeling/spelling worksheets (LA / MA / HA). Choose the word from three words reading worksheet. ‘Find the word’ reading and writing worksheet. All worksheets designed with reference to the Letters and Sounds Word List. e.g. All the example /ng/ words use only graphemes​ taught previously (i.e. during earlier weeks of phase 3 and during phase 2). Therefore all the words used should be fully decodable for the learner. Very clear black and white clip-art used. I often photocopy and enlarge to A3 for whole class teaching and modelling of the worksheet Phonics cooperative partner activity Phase 3 Set 1 Worksheets Phase 3 Set 3 Worksheets Spelling Mats Phase 3 and Phase 5

EAL Past Tense Verb Memory Games: Classroom & Everyday Essential Verbs Master English Verbs Through Fun Memory Games! What’s Included: 72 Classroom & School-Related Verbs 108 Essential Everyday Verbs 3 Game Variations for each verb set Game Versions: Simple Present Match (match identical verb cards) Present-Past Match (match present to past tense) Complete Verb Forms (match V1, V2, V3 - base form, past tense, and past participle. Example: write, wrote, written) Perfect for EAL Learning! Each card features clear illustrations paired with the verb text, making learning intuitive and engaging. These memory games build confidence and fluency while reinforcing verb tenses through active play. How to Play: Shuffle and lay out the cards face-down Players take turns flipping two cards Find matching pairs (identical illustrations with corresponding verb forms) Player with the most pairs wins! Game Details: Players: 2-5 students (ideal for small groups) Duration: 20-30 minutes per game Cards per Game: 48 cards (24 pairs) - Create hundreds of unique game combinations from the ≈170 provided verbs (72 classroom verbs + 108 everyday verbs)! Printing Tip: Print on thin card stock for durability. Decorative card back patterns are included to prevent see-through and create a professional finish. Extended Learning Activities: Create sentences using the verbs in different tenses Use illustrations as conversation starters Practice talking about the illustrations using adjectives, adverbs, and prepositions Mix and match verb sets for endless combinations! Perfect for EAL learners, tutoring sessions, and language learning centers. Watch your students’ confidence grow as they master essential English verbs through play! Complete your verb teaching toolkit with: EAL Newcomer: Essential Verbs & Verb Tenses Irregular Verbs V1,V2,V3 Verb Mats EAL Newcomer - Interactive ESL Activity

Differentiated phase 3 phonics worksheets (weeks 5, 6, & 7) Vowel digraphs: /ar/, /or/, /ur/, /ow/, /oi/, /er/ Vowel trigraphs: /igh/, /ear/, /air/, /ure/ Each phase 3 digraph/trigraph has: A variety of differentiated labeling/spelling worksheets (LA / MA / HA). Choose the word from three words reading worksheet. ‘Find the word’ differentiated (LA / HA) reading and writing worksheets. All worksheets designed with reference to the Letters and Sounds Word Lists. e.g. All the example /ur/ words use only graphemes​ taught previously (i.e. during earlier weeks of phase 3 and during phase 2). Therefore all the words used should be fully decodable for the learner. Very clear black and white clip-art used. Perfect for colouring. I often photocopy and enlarge to A3 for whole class teaching and modeling of the worksheet. Phonics cooperative partner activity Phase 3 Set 1 Worksheets Phase 3 Set 2 Worksheets Spelling Mats Phase 3 and Phase 5

Differentiated /oo/ digraph worksheets long /oo/ labeling short /oo/ labeling long OR short /oo/ ? worksheets Phoneme frame listen, spell and draw 16 words grid activity Differentiated versions include with or without word bank (and sound button or no sound button word bank versions) Using extra clear, black and white clip-art.

EAL Newcomer Ask Around: Classroom Nouns & Verbs - Interactive ESL Activity Engage EAL newcomer learners with this interactive, fun, social-based vocabulary activity. “Ask Around: Classroom Nouns and Verbs” is designed to make learning English enjoyable and effective for EAL students. This activity encourages children to walk around the classroom, engaging with their peers by asking and answering essential, repetitive questions. This method incorporates key grammar and vocabulary building, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Key Features: Interactive Learning: Children interact with classmates, asking and answering questions to build social and academic vocabulary. Balanced Development: Combines social English and academic classroom English for accelerated learning, as research shows EAL social English develops faster. Comprehensive Grammar Coverage: Noun sheets progress from singular questions (What is this?) to plural questions (What are these?), and combining both forms (40 nouns covered). Verb sheets cover simple present (infinitive) tense (What can he/she do?), present continuous tense (What is he/she doing?), and direct questions (Can you x, y, z?) (28 verbs included). Progressive Levels: 6 levels of noun activity sheets 10 levels of verb activity sheets. Labeled and Unlabeled Versions: Each sheet comes in both labeled (with words) and unlabeled versions for learners to either write themselves or try to remember without reading. Flashcards Included: Matching flashcards for both verbs and nouns are perfect for direct teaching by EAL specialist teachers, class teachers, or classroom assistants. Ideal for various flashcard games. Why Choose “Ask Around: Classroom Nouns and Verbs”? This resource seamlessly integrates essential classroom vocabulary with social English, creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment. By incorporating both nouns and verbs, and progressing through various levels, students gain a solid foundation in English while enjoying the learning process. Additionally, this activity helps new EAL children make friends with their new classmates, fostering a sense of belonging and community. Perfect for EAL specialists, classroom teachers, and assistants, this versatile tool is a must-have for any classroom aiming to support EAL students effectively. Also check out my ESL Newcomer Essential Verbs Ask Around activity And my spelling and vocabulary building workbook

Subject Verb Agreement PowerPoint with 5 worksheets about the basic rules of subject-verb agreements. Subject Verb Agreement PowerPoint progression: 1)Starts by reviewing what the subject and verb of a sentence is. 2)Then an example slide of the grammar rule. 3)Main part of the PowerPoint provides example sentences with various different subjects and students choose the correct form of the verb, on a click the correct form of the verb floats into place. (rule is removed after a few slides, but then reappears so that you can reinforce [or correct] the rule). Fun story style to keep students engaged. 4)Ends with a simple task instructing students to write examples for different subjects and pronouns. I use it with a ESL after-school class and mini-whiteboards for pairs of students to make it into a quiz game format. Also included are 5 carefully designed, story-style, fun worksheets which provide reinforcement and practice for the rule. 1 of the worksheets repeats the examples used in the PowerPoint.

Flashcards with images and words and a spelling table to support teaching of alternative spellings of /oa/ (Phase 5 Week 25) Review spelling: ‘oa’ as in coat, float, throat. Alternative spellings: ‘ow’ = ‘oa’ as in blow, elbow, shadow, ‘oe’ =‘oa’ as in toe, tomatoes, heroes, o_e = ‘oa’ as in smoke, telescope, cone, globe ‘o’ = ‘oa’ as in tomato, gecko, mango, no, so 16 clear images/words for each grapheme above used in: Flashcards with word and image on one card. Flashcards with image on one card and a matching flashcard/grid for the corresponding word. 2 versions of a ‘spelling grid’ (one version all 5 graphemes, one version 4 = /ow/,/oe/,/o_e/,/o/) with a accompanying word bank. Alternative Spellings for /sh/ Alternative Spellings for /igh/ Alternative Spellings for /ee/ Alternative Spellings for /or/ Alternative Spellings for /air/

Discover the Devastating Impact of the Great Plague of 1665 Transport your students back in time to the harrowing year of 1665, when a deadly outbreak of plague ravaged the city of London. This engaging and meticulously researched resource brings to life the chilling account of the Great Plague, offering a rich tapestry of historical details, heart-wrenching tales, and enduring lessons. As the plague spread through the overcrowded streets and alleyways, carried by flea-infested rats, Londoners found themselves in a desperate battle against the invisible yet lethal enemy. From the initial dismissal of the outbreak to the implementation of strict quarantine measures and the mass burial of victims in “plague pits,” your students will witness the unfolding horror and the resilience of a city pushed to the brink. The aftermath of the Great Plague, though catastrophic, laid bare the harsh realities of poverty, lack of medical knowledge, and the vulnerability of densely populated urban centers. Students will explore the societal impacts, the ineffective remedies attempted, and the enduring legacy of this devastating event on public health and urban planning. Through this captivating historical recounting, your students will not only gain a deep understanding of a pivotal moment in London’s history but also develop invaluable insights into themes of human resilience, the consequences of ignorance, and the transformative power of adversity. Differentiated activities reinforce comprehension: • 3 levels of SAT-style multiple-choice quizzes Lower level: 2 pages Middle level: 2 pages Higher level: 3 pages • 2 levels of written response sheets with a variety of engaging question types • 1 classic style 13 question double-sided written response (13 traditional paragraph answers) • Event sequencing activity with true/false questions • Cloze summary activity • 2 levels of Great Plague of London crossword puzzles Lower level Higher level • Answer keys provided for all activities Perfect for grades 6-11 across ELA, social studies, and history classrooms. Let your students catch the contagious plague of historical curiosity with this immersive look at the Great Plague that swept through London.

Input-Output Tables to help relate multiplication and division. PowerPoint focuses on building a connection between multiplication and division operations using an active model to reinforce the connection between the two operations. Visual of the relationship between division and multiplication using input and output tables to show that division is sharing and multiplication is combining. The PowerPoint is designed to encourage students to combine equal groups of clipart images to make a total (multiplication), as well as share a collection to form equal groups (division). The PowerPoint uses a variety of public domain clipart images to act out a multiplication or division problems to encourage students to determine the total and reverse the action to determine the quotient and vice versa. Your students can make up little stories to help them understand each operation. x3/÷3 & x4/÷4 Facts used (28 slides). Includes differentiated worksheets for 3’s and 4’s facts