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We offer an extensive range of engaging resource that are proven to educate learners of various ages and abilities. Our catalogue of workbooks cover an array of subjects including Functional Skills, Maths, English, Digital Skills, Retail, Employability, Social Development and Tutorials. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

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We offer an extensive range of engaging resource that are proven to educate learners of various ages and abilities. Our catalogue of workbooks cover an array of subjects including Functional Skills, Maths, English, Digital Skills, Retail, Employability, Social Development and Tutorials. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.
Functional Skills Cooking- Pizza- Theory & Practical Tasks
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Functional Skills Cooking- Pizza- Theory & Practical Tasks

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These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of world foods and recipes while promoting creativity and individuality. This particular unit of work includes a selection of engaging theory tasks (see below) that will enable them to gain new knowledge of this popular cuisine. Learners will then have the opportunity to plan, prepare and follow a Pizza recipe and method. They will finally self-assess their performance, receive feedback from an observer and set targets as part of their overall evaluation. The 8 tasks are set as follows: What is Pizza - Introductory small writing task that promotes group discussion. History of the Pizza - A true and False Quiz that will educate learners on facts of this world foods origin (answers on the last page) Types of Pizza - An activity that requires the learner to match up ingredients with the correct pizza name (Italian to English). The Perfect Pizza - Learners to work in pairs to investigate alternative ingredients and how they can accommodate lactose and wheat intolerances. Health and Safety - A task that enables learners to highlight health, hygiene and safety awareness in the Kitchen. What will you need? - An embedded maths activity where learners have to calculate the right amounts of ingredients depending on how many pizzas they would have to make. Over to you - Practical Element, learners will pair up to follow a method and cook a Margherita pizza using various ingredients supplied. Self-assessment - A written evaluation, including guided questioning. Photographs taken during practical can be attached. Witness Statement - Tutor/Teacher to feedback and promote Target setting in areas needing improvement i.e confidence, communication, timing, focus etc. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.
Functional Skills Cooking- Fajitas - Theory & Practical Tasks
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Functional Skills Cooking- Fajitas - Theory & Practical Tasks

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These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of world foods and recipes while promoting creativity and individuality. This particular unit of work includes a selection of engaging theory tasks that will enable them to gain new knowledge of this popular cuisine. Learners will then have the opportunity to plan, prepare and follow a Fajita recipe method. They will finally self-assess their performance, receive feedback from an observer and set targets as part of their overall evaluation. The 8 tasks are set as follows: What is Fajita? - Learners to choose the right word to complete the correct description. Where did the Fajitas come from? - Reading comprehension with a quiz. (be aware of sensitive vegetarians in the group) Modern Day Fajitas! - Learners to work in pairs to investigate alternative ingredients (includes vegan & Vegetarians) Health and Safety - A task that enables learners to highlight health and safety awareness in the Kitchen. What will you need? - A ‘letter fill’ activity revealing the ingredients for the practical element. Over to you - Practical Element, learners will pair up to follow a method and cook fajitas using various ingredients supplied. Self-assessment - A written evaluation, including guided questioning. Photographs taken during practical can be attached. Witness Statement - Tutor/Teacher to feedback and promote Target setting in areas needing improvement i.e confidence, communication, timing, focus etc. This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.
City & Guilds Unit 405 - Career Planning and Making Applications - Workbook/Final Assignment
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City & Guilds Unit 405 - Career Planning and Making Applications - Workbook/Final Assignment

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This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and then signed off. These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses on the importance of Career Planning and making applications and covers the following criteria. Level 1- UNIT 405- Career Planning and making applications Be able to choose a suitable career pathway Be able to identify a suitable job, training programme or course Understand how to prepare a Curriculum Vitae Understand how candidates are selected for interview Be able to apply for a job, training placement or course Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop
City & Guilds Unit 301 - Planning For Progression - Workbook/Final Assignment
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City & Guilds Unit 301 - Planning For Progression - Workbook/Final Assignment

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This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and then signed off. These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular installment in the series focuses on helping the learner plan for progression by understanding their programme and the facilities and support available and by being able to recognise and build on personal strengths. Entry Level 3 - UNIT 301- Planning for Progression 1 Understand own study or training programme 2 Know the facilities & support available in the college 3 Recognise personal strengths (skills, qualities and attitudes) needed for learning and work 4 Agree an action plan for self-improvement Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop
City & Guilds Unit 402 - Managing Personal Finance - Workbook/Final Assignment
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City & Guilds Unit 402 - Managing Personal Finance - Workbook/Final Assignment

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These series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and then signed off. These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular installment in the series focuses on the importance of Managing Personal Finance and covers the following criteria. UNIT 402 - Managing Personal Finance Understand sources of income and outgoings. Know how to reduce expenditure. Understand how to plan a personal budget. Be able to recognise the products provided by financial institutions. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of borrowing money. Understand how to obtain help with managing own money. Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the Grainge_Ed Resource Shop
City & Guilds Unit 434 - Interpersonal Relationships - Workbook/Final Assignment
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City & Guilds Unit 434 - Interpersonal Relationships - Workbook/Final Assignment

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This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skill Award and Certificate (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses on the importance of Interpersonal Relationships and covers the following criteria. UNIT 434 - Interpersonal Relationships Understand interpersonal relationships. 1.1 describe what is meant by the term interpersonal relationships 1.2 explain the importance of developing positive interpersonal relationships 1.3 describe the differences between interacting with individuals and as part of a group 1.4 describe qualities important in developing interpersonal relationships 1.5 describe qualities important in developing group relationships. Understand how to interact positively with others. 2.1 describe the reasons for having boundaries when interacting with others 2.2 give examples of boundaries in interpersonal relationships 2.3 outline different ways of making decisions. Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the Grainge_Ed Resource Shop
Retail Skills Workbooks Series 1-4 BUNDLE PACK
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Retail Skills Workbooks Series 1-4 BUNDLE PACK

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An extensive bundle of all 4 instalments of resources centered on and around the Retail industry. They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels and can be delivered individually, as worksheets or collectively as a final assignment. Series 1- 4 include the following resource Series 1 What is Retail? Jobs in the industry First impressions Retail Lingo Retail Sectors Customer Service (Observation Task) Taking Payment Cash Transactions Identifying Forgeries Checking a Check Till Problems Maths Task Chip and Pin Monopoly activity & Evaluation Recap Quiz Series 2 Window Displays Visual Merchandising & Task Shop Floor & Sales Areas Manual Handling & Task Lifting Equipment Deliveries Stock Management Stock Checks Product Placement & Task Recap Quiz Series 3 The Customer Internal Customers Customer Profiles Customer Research Effective Customer Service Before, During & After Pro’s & Cons for the Company Presentation Task Non Verbal Communication Communication Task Experiences of Customer Service Customer Service Card Activity Series 4 What is Teamwork Prioritising Tasks Communication Breakdowns Conflict within a team Benefits of Teamwork Communication Types Body Language Two way Communication Team Scenario Task Humour in the Workplace Teamwork Roles Recruitment Task Timed Wordsearch Series Recap Look out for the FLASHCARD series that accompanies the Smartbooks Retail Series of Workbooks. The resourcs are in PDF Format but also available as a fully editable Word doc by request.
Retail Skills FLASHCARDS
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Retail Skills FLASHCARDS

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This series of FLASHCARDS are based around Retail and accompany the Retail Skills Workbook Series available here on TES, however can be used just as effectively as a standalone resource. They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels. They should on printed on card (preferably) double sided and then cut out and used in any way that best compliments your own teaching style. Flashcards are proven as an effective method in assisting learning and ensuring it is taking place. They embrace a wonderful mental process called ‘Active Recall’ and can be used in various ways such as: • Recapping knowledge – As a starter activity related to the previous lesson. • Refreshing knowledge - Incorporating them randomly in any lesson. • Revising for exams - Confirming the knowledge required for assessment. • Embedding both Maths & English. • Embracing Equal Opportunities & Diversity. • Creating new knowledge – The possibilities are endless. Retail Skills Workbook Series 1, 2, 3 & 4 available. Series 5 Coming Soon
Retail Skills Workbook Series 4 - Teamwork
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Retail Skills Workbook Series 4 - Teamwork

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The 4th instalment in a series of resources centered on and around the Retail industry They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels and can be delivered individually, as worksheets or collectively as a final assignment. This particular series focuses on Teamwork and includes the following: What is Teamwork Prioritising Tasks Communication Breakdowns Conflict within a team Benefits of Teamwork Communication Types Body Language Two way Communication Team Scenario Task Humour in the Workplace Teamwork Roles Recruitment Task Timed Wordsearch Series Recap Series 1, 2 and 4 available at the TES Smartbooks Shop Look out for the FLASHCARD Resource that accompanies the Smartbooks Retail Series of Workbooks. The resource is in PDF Format but also available as a fully editable Word doc by request.n