Five times table with doubling and halving (multiply by 10 and halve strategy) Step counting, Visual Animated Grouping, Arrays, Flashcards, Tips and Tricks. All accessible from the main menu linking to each of the following elements: 1) Step counting hands (0-100) 2) Step counting flashcard (0-200) 3) Visual animated grouping of objects (1x5 up to 10x5) using ice-cream, balloons, fidget spinners, coffee cups, - Make a story to go with the visual 4) Arrays of dots with accompanying sums 5) Flashcards of sums in order, then another slide out of order.6) See product:give sum flashcards 7) click-to-show missing answer multiplication wheels (9 versions) 8) Slide that clearly shows product of times five always ends in a zero or a five; with two fix digits and flying in and out tens number 9) Visual explanation of the Multiply by 10 and Halve it trick: unifix cubes of x5 shown with a confused smiley, then unfix cubes showing x10 shown with a happy smiley, which is in turn covered to show that students can think times ten and then halve the answer to get the x5 answer. Includes differentiated multiply by ten and halve worksheets

Visual Multiplication. See video. This PowerPoint is designed to introduce young students to multiplication visually with the use of multiplication input tables. All facts for the 2, 5 and 10 times tables presented plus 16 other mixed facts. A total of 43 multiplication examples. Different clipart themes for each of the 43 examples allowing for different story scenarios. (e.g. 3x5 uses 3 types of birds with 5 birds in each group) Matching turnaround facts are linked to from each slide. Chosen facts can be directly jumped to from menu slide. Multiplication sum, movement of items from small groups to one large group, and answer controlled by click of the mouse. Designed by a teacher and used in real grade 1 and 2 classrooms.

8 Mental Strategies for Multiplication These thoughtfully made PowerPoints are carefully designed to help students grasp commonly taught multiplication strategies ( and tricks) for x0, x1, x2, x3, x4, x5, x8, and x9 times tables. Ideal for years 3 and 4, but also helpful for year 5 and 6. To multiply by 2 = double the number To multiply by 3 = double the number and add a set To multiply by 4 = double, then double again. To multiply by 5 = multiply by 10 then halve To multiply by 8 = double-double-double To multiply by 9 = use your fingers/ the digits of answer added = 9 To multiply by 0 = the answer is always 0 To multiply by 1 = the answer is always that same number. All the PowerPoints include examples to 12 and extensions to large multiplications to show that the strategy really comes in useful for doing tricky mental multiplication. Please see video for a taster. All slide animations are activated when you click the mouse, giving teacher and student thinking and explaining time. Video is sped up to get through the examples. Includes some supporting, differentiated worksheets

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)

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.

/igh/ trigraph labeling worksheets. Using 12 extra clear, black and white, clip-art images. Differentiated​ with and without workbank, and wordbank with and without sound buttons.

Amenhotep III, Ancient Egypt Pharaoh Reading Comprehension Worksheets This download includes differentiated biographies of Amenhotep III, an ancient Egyptian Pharaoh who ruled during the 18th dynasty. He was born in Thebes, Egypt, in the year 1388 BC and became king when he was just 12 years old. Amenhotep III ruled for 38 years and was one of the most successful and powerful pharaohs in Egyptian history. The biographies are split into two levels, with approximately 500 words and 10 questions in the higher level and approximately 350 words and 8 questions in the lower level. Both levels follow the same structure and cover similar information and facts. Answer sheets are included in two styles: A4 with lines and A5 to print, cut, glue in books, and answer below. These worksheets are suitable for teaching biographies and ancient Egyptians for KS2 and KS3.

Discover the fascinating story of Hatshepsut, one of the most iconic and powerful queens of Ancient Egypt, with our differentiated reading comprehension worksheets. Biography reading worksheet offers two versions of the text to cater to different reading levels. The higher level text provides an in-depth account of Hatshepsut’s life, her reign, accomplishments, and legacy. This version includes 10 challenging comprehension questions to test your understanding of the text. Answer sheet included. If you prefer a simpler version of the text, our lower level text is a single-sided page with a simplified account of Hatshepsut’s biography. This version includes 8 easier comprehension questions, perfect for beginners who want to learn about Ancient Egypt. Answer sheet included. Immerse yourself in the world of Ancient Egypt and explore the life and reign of one of its most iconic rulers with our Hatshepsut differentiated reading comprehension worksheets.

Reading comprehension with differentiated levels. Retelling of Aesop’s fable ‘The Ant and The Grasshopper’. The sheets are written at three reading levels, each with differentiated questions below. The fable is short and traditional, worksheets are printable on one A4 page. An answer sheet is also included.

Differentiated reading comprehension retellings of Aesop’s ‘The Hare and the Tortoise’ fable. Two retellings of the classic fable: one shorter ‘true’ fable at two reading levels and a longer ‘story’ retelling of the fable at three levels. Higher level texts all use more ambitious vocabulary and higher-level questions, middle and lower levels are differentiated to be easier to read and with easier or less questions. All five versions come with answer sheets.

Mohammed Salah Biography Reading Comprehension Worksheets This download includes differentiated biographies of Mohammed Salah, the Egyptian professional football player who currently plays as a forward for Liverpool and the Egypt national team. Salah is considered one of the best football players in the world and has won numerous awards for his skills and accomplishments. The biographies are split into two levels, with approximately 500 words and 10 questions in the higher level, and approximately 350 words and 8 questions in the lower level. Both levels follow the same structure and cover similar information and facts. Answer sheets are provided in two styles: A4 with lines and A5 to print, cut, glue in books and answer below. These worksheets are suitable for teaching biographies and modern-day Egyptians for students in KS2 and KS3. (‘football’ and ‘soccer’ versions included)

6 way differentiated reading comprehension for the fairytale ‘Twelve Dancing Princesses’, suitable for readers aged 6-12 years old. Reading passages are at three reading levels: higher, middle, and lower. The higher-level text is double-sided and features a larger word count, more complex vocabulary, and includes two versions of questions. The first version comprises 19 double-sided comprehension questions, while the second version includes 10 single-sided comprehension questions. The middle-level text is double-sided, includes simpler vocabulary, and has two sets of comprehension questions. The first set comprises 17 questions, while the second set includes 11 questions. The lower-level text has been simplified for lower-level readers and is single-sided. It mainly uses decodable and high-frequency words. This version also has two sets of questions - a 9-question version and a ‘circle the answer’ multi-choice question version, perfect for EAL learners. All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets. Based upon the little known Scottish fairytale Kate Crackernuts Another traditional English fairy tale, Tattercoats An American Fairytale, The Clever Prince

7-way differentiated reading comprehension, suitable for readers aged 6 to 11 years, for the classic fairy tale ‘The Frog Prince’ in which a princess reluctantly befriends a frog who helps her in exchange for her company, and he eventually transforms into a prince when she kisses him. The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary and a larger word count. It includes two versions of comprehension questions: An 18 question classic answer sheet where students write answers on the lines. It is double sided. A 12 question multiple choice version with 4 answer choices. The middle-level text has a slightly smaller word count and simpler vocabulary. It comes with two sets of comprehension questions: A classic 12 question worksheet. A 16 question multiple choice version with 3 answer choices. The lower-level text has been simplified for easier reading, using mainly decodable and high-frequency words whenever possible, apart from a few essential story words. This version includes three sets of questions: A 10 question classic worksheet A 6 question classic worksheet A 21 question ‘circle yes or no’ worksheet. All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets.

12 versions of differentiated reading comprehension for the classic fairy tale ‘Puss in Boots’, suitable for readers aged 6 to 12 years. The  higher-level text  uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs additional literary devices. It has a larger word count and is 2 A4 pages in length. Three versions of comprehension questions come with this level text: ➊ A classic worksheet with 16 questions (wherein students write answers on lines below the questions) ➋ A multiple-choice SAT style version with 26 mixed-level questions, each with 3 answer choices ➌ A multiple-choice vocabulary version with 14 vocabulary questions, each with 3 answer choices The middle-level text has a slightly smaller word count and simpler vocabulary. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and is accompanied by four sets of comprehension questions: ➍ A classic 16 question worksheet ➎ A classic 8 question worksheet ➏ A multiple-choice SAT style version with 28 mixed-level questions, each with 3 answer choices ➐ A multiple-choice SAT style version with 27 mixed-level questions, each with 4 answer choices The lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, using decodable words whenever possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes six sets of questions: ➑ A classic worksheet with 15 questions ➒ A classic worksheet with 7 very easy questions ➓ A multiple-choice style version with 7 very easy to read-questions and 3 answer choices ⓫ A multiple-choice Key Stage 2 SAT style version with 15 mixed-level questions and 3 answer choices ⓬ A multiple-choice Key Stage 2 SAT style version with 27 mixed-level questions and 4 answer choices Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.

Differentiated reading comprehension for the Brothers Grimm’s ‘The Brave Little Tailor’, a humorous traditional tale about a boastful tailor who outsmarts a giant, ogres, and a unicorn with his wit and cleverness. His adventures lead him to marry a princess and gain half a kingdom. Despite his small size, the little tailor’s intelligence and resourcefulness help him triumph against all odds. Suitable for readers aged 7 to 14 years. The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs additional literary devices. It has a larger word count and is 4 A4 pages in length (printable back-to-back on 2 pieces of paper). Two versions of comprehension questions accompany this level of text: ➊ A classic worksheet with 18 questions that require mid to high-level reading comprehension skills, ➋ A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 28 questions that vary in difficulty level, each with 4 answer choices. The middle-level text is a condensed version of the higher level text, with the same plot and events. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and is accompanied by three sets of comprehension questions: ➌ A classic 13 question worksheet ➍ An 11 classic question and 8 multiple choice question worksheet ➎ A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 37 questions that vary in difficulty level, each with 3 answer choices. The lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, using easier to read words whenever possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes two sets of question sheets: ➏A classic worksheet with 10 questions ➐ A TRUE OR FALSE activity with 32 questions Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.

12 versions of differentiated reading comprehension are available for the classic fairy tale ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’, suitable for readers aged 6 to 12 years. The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs additional literary devices. It has a larger word count and spans 4 A4 pages (printable back to back on two pieces of A4 paper). Three versions of comprehension questions are available for this level text: ➊ A classic worksheet with 19 questions (wherein students write answers on lines below the questions) ➋ A classic worksheet with 14 Higher Level Key Stage 3 SAT style questions ➌ A multiple-choice SAT style version with 27 mixed-level questions, each with 3 answer choices. The middle-level text has a slightly smaller word count and simpler vocabulary. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and is accompanied by three sets of comprehension questions: ➍ A classic 20 question worksheet ➎ A 13 question SAT Style worksheet, ➏ A multiple-choice SAT style version with 24 mixed-level questions, each with 3 answer choices. The lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes six sets of questions: ➐ A classic worksheet with 14 questions, ➑ A Key Stage 2 SAT style worksheet with 16 questions, ➒ A classic worksheet with 8 easy-to-answer questions, ➓ A multiple-choice Key Stage 2 SAT style version with 14 mixed-level questions and 3 answer choices, ⓫ A cloze activity, ⓬ A word mat and a labelling activity word mat. Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.

Develop reading comprehension skills with this collection of tales from the Brothers Grimm featuring magical elves. Includes three interconnected stories: "The Elves and the Shoemaker" - The classic tale about a poor shoemaker who receives much-needed help from three young elves. "The Servant Girl" - A hard-working servant girl encounters elves who gift her gold. "The Changeling" - A mother cleverly tricks elves to return her stolen child. This reading comprehension resource includes: ➼ Illustrated, child-friendly versions of each tale faithful to the original Brothers Grimm For “The Elves and the Shoemaker”: ➊ A 20 question VIPERS comprehension sheet requiring written responses ➋ A 32 question SAT-style multiple choice sheet ➌ A 27 question essential questions plus multiple choice sheet ➍ A lower ability/EAL question sheet with written and multiple choice For the complete set of three tales: ➎ A 39 question SAT-style multiple choice sheet ➏ A 21 question written response comprehension sheet Through these engaging fairy tales, students will build key comprehension skills while learning valuable lessons about generosity, caution, and wisdom. The tales connect through the common theme of magical elves impacting human lives. An enchanting addition to any reading curriculum. The tales are written at a year 4 to 5 reading level, with comprehension questions appropriate for key stages 2, 3 and even 4.

Introductory worksheets for multiplication as arrays (and turnaround facts) and multiplication as groups. Differentiated to include 2s, 5s, 3s, 4s and other facts. Two versions of all worksheets - 1 version with differentiation chillies and one without.

Hindu story reading passage worksheets - The Creation of Ganesh Immerse students in Hindu culture and beliefs through this vivid retelling of a cherished origin myth. This illustrated Hindu story recounts the dramatic birth of Ganesh, one of Hinduism’s most beloved deities. Learning Objectives: Understand the significance of Ganesh and the story of his unusual elephant head Analyze the themes of divine power, family bonds, and overcoming obstacles Explore Hindu mythology and culture in a thoughtful, secular context Includes: Illustrated myth retelling with fact boxes 31-question multiple choice quiz Sequencing and true/false activities Cloze summary Written response prompts (leveled) Answer keys Engaging and educational, these materials are ideal for upper elementary through high school. Let this popular Hindu narrative bring an important part of world culture alive in your classroom! And may Ganesh bring you and your students a smooth and obstacle-free life!