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We are a team of two sisters who specialise in primary education. We are determined to create resources of the highest standard that can be used without further preparation. Our lessons and assemblies have been designed to challenge children of all levels within a creative, engaging and inspiring context. Explore our shop to find lesson packs for languages, art and religious education, plans for assemblies and numerous high-quality resources to help you teach phonics, mathematics and literacy

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We are a team of two sisters who specialise in primary education. We are determined to create resources of the highest standard that can be used without further preparation. Our lessons and assemblies have been designed to challenge children of all levels within a creative, engaging and inspiring context. Explore our shop to find lesson packs for languages, art and religious education, plans for assemblies and numerous high-quality resources to help you teach phonics, mathematics and literacy
Phonics phase 3 - The 'w' sound
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Phonics phase 3 - The 'w' sound

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This resource is an interactive lesson aimed at whole class or group phonics. It is a powerpoint presentation that allows children to revise phonemes and learn or revisit the sound ‘w.’ It takes 15-20 minutes. This powerpoint is split into different sections: - Revision of phase 2 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to ‘w’ sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Spotting the odd one out (the picture without the ‘w’ sound) - Segmenting and blending sounds in ‘w’ words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with ‘w’ sound - Writing a sentence with ‘w’ sound - Revision of common exception words
Phonics phase 3 - The 'zz' sound
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Phonics phase 3 - The 'zz' sound

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This resource is an interactive lesson aimed at whole class or group phonics. It is a powerpoint presentation that allows children to revise phonemes and learn or revisit the sound ‘zz.’ It takes 15-20 minutes. This powerpoint is split into different sections: - Revision of phase 2 and 3 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to ‘zz’ sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Spotting the odd one out (the picture without the ‘zz’ sound) - Segmenting and blending sounds in ‘zz’ words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with ‘zz’ sound - Writing a sentence with ‘zz’ sound - Revision of common exception words
Phonics phase 3 - The 'y' sound
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Phonics phase 3 - The 'y' sound

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This resource is an interactive lesson aimed at whole class or group phonics. It is a powerpoint presentation that allows children to revise phonemes and learn or revisit the sound ‘y.’ It takes 15-20 minutes. This powerpoint is split into different sections: - Revision of phase 2 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to ‘y’ sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Spotting the odd one out (the picture without the ‘y’ sound) - Segmenting and blending sounds in ‘y’ words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with ‘y’ sound - Writing a sentence with ‘y’ sound - Revision of common exception words
Year 1 Comprehension - Minibeasts, Creepy Crawlies
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Year 1 Comprehension - Minibeasts, Creepy Crawlies

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This resource contains 4 comprehension activities suitable for using with year 1. They each contain a short piece of text (about 5 sentences) with words that can be sounded out. There are three trickier words which have pictures to help children work out what they say. The text is followed by 5 questions, containing ‘what’ ‘why’ and ‘where’ questions and some multiple choice questions. The theme in this pack is ‘minibeasts/creepy crawlies/invertebrates.’ There are four different texts: Minibeasts British minibeasts Hunting minibeasts Minibeasts around the world There is also a powerpoint included in the pack containing a slide for each text so that you can go through the comprehensions before the children complete them. Each slide also contains 3 words that are trickier to sound out, with sound buttons underneath them. PDF file format
Phase 3 phonics - alphabet sounds
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Phase 3 phonics - alphabet sounds

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This bundle contains a selection of interactive lessons aimed at whole class or group phonics. The lessons cover early phase 3 - the individual alphabet sounds. Each lesson takes 15-20 minutes. The powerpoint lessons are split into different sections: - Revision of phase 2 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to the new sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Segmenting and blending words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with focus sound - Writing a sentence - Revision of common exception words
Year 1 comprehension - France
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Year 1 comprehension - France

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This resource contains 3 comprehension activities suitable for using with year 1. They each contain a short piece of text (about 5 sentences) with words that can be sounded out. There are three trickier words which have pictures to help children work out what they say. The text is followed by 5 simple questions. The theme in this pack is ‘France.’ There are three different comprehensions: What to do in France What to eat in France Famous French people There is also a powerpoint included in the pack containing a slide for each text so that you can go through the comprehensions before the children complete them. Each slide also contains 3 words that are trickier to sound out, with sound buttons underneath them. PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
Phonics phase 3 - The 'x' sound
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Phonics phase 3 - The 'x' sound

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This resource is an interactive lesson aimed at whole class or group phonics. It is a powerpoint presentation that allows children to revise phonemes and learn or revisit the sound ‘x.’ It takes 15-20 minutes. This powerpoint is split into different sections: - Revision of phase 2 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to ‘x’ sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Spotting the odd one out (the picture without the ‘x’ sound) - Segmenting and blending sounds in ‘x’ words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with ‘x’ sound - Writing a sentence with ‘x’ sound - Revision of common exception words
Year 1 comprehension - Spain
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Year 1 comprehension - Spain

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This resource contains 3 comprehension activities suitable for using with year 1. They each contain a short piece of text (about 5 sentences) with words that can be sounded out. There are three trickier words which have pictures to help children work out what they say. The text is followed by 5 simple questions. The theme in this pack is ‘Spain.’ There are three different comprehensions: What to do in Spain What to eat in Spain Spanish Traditions There is also a powerpoint included in the pack containing a slide for each text so that you can go through the comprehensions before the children complete them. Each slide also contains 3 words that are trickier to sound out, with sound buttons underneath them. PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
Phonics phase 3 - The 'v' sound
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Phonics phase 3 - The 'v' sound

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This resource is an interactive lesson aimed at whole class or group phonics. It is a powerpoint presentation that allows children to revise phonemes and learn or revisit the sound ‘v.’ It takes 15-20 minutes. This powerpoint is split into different sections: - Revision of phase 2 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to ‘v’ sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Spotting the odd one out (the picture without the ‘v’ sound) - Segmenting and blending sounds in ‘v’ words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with ‘v’ sound - Writing a sentence with ‘v’ sound - Revision of common exception words The words included rely primarily on knowledge of phase 2 phonemes, with a few trickier words. The lesson can be bought on its own or as part of a bundle.
SATs style comprehension - St George's Day - Year 2
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SATs style comprehension - St George's Day - Year 2

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This resource is a fiction comprehension activity for year 2. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels. There are a range of ‘what,’ ‘who’ and ‘how’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page. This comprehension is the legend of St George. I hope you find it useful. PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
Phonics phase 3 - The 'z' sound
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Phonics phase 3 - The 'z' sound

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This resource is an interactive lesson aimed at whole class or group phonics. It is a powerpoint presentation that allows children to revise phonemes and learn or revisit the sound ‘z.’ It takes 15-20 minutes. This powerpoint is split into different sections: - Revision of phase 2 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to ‘z’ sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Spotting the odd one out (the picture without the ‘z’ sound) - Segmenting and blending sounds in ‘z’ words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with ‘z’ sound - Writing a sentence with ‘z’ sound - Revision of common exception words
Year 3 and 4 comprehension - St George
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Year 3 and 4 comprehension - St George

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This resource is a fiction comprehension activity for Lower Key Stage 2. It tells the legend of St George. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and KS2 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels. There are a range of ‘what,’ ‘who’ and ‘how’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets. The lower ability have the text split into four sections with accompanying questions and the middle and higher ability have a page of text before 2 pages of questions. PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
Phonics phase 3 - The 'th' sound
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Phonics phase 3 - The 'th' sound

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This resource is an interactive lesson aimed at whole class or group phonics. It is a powerpoint presentation that allows children to revise phonemes and learn or revisit the sound ‘th.’ It takes 15-20 minutes. This powerpoint is split into different sections: - Revision of phase 2 and 3 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to ‘th’ sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Spotting the odd one out (the picture without the ‘th’ sound) - Segmenting and blending sounds in ‘th’ words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with ‘th’ sound - Writing a sentence with ‘th’ sound - Revision of common exception words
Phonics phase 5 - The 'ay' sound
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Phonics phase 5 - The 'ay' sound

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This resource is an interactive lesson aimed at whole class or group phonics. It is a powerpoint presentation that allows children to revise phonemes and learn or revisit the sound ‘ay.’ It takes 15-20 minutes. This powerpoint is split into different sections: - Revision of phase 3 and 4 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to ‘ay’ sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Spotting the odd one out (the picture without the ‘ay’ sound) - Segmenting and blending sounds in ‘ay’ words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with ‘ay’ sound - Writing a sentence with ‘ay’ sound - Revision of common exception words
Phonics phase 5 - The 'aw' sound
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Phonics phase 5 - The 'aw' sound

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This resource is an interactive lesson aimed at whole class or group phonics. It is a powerpoint presentation that allows children to revise phonemes and learn or revisit the sound ‘aw.’ It takes 15-20 minutes. This powerpoint is split into different sections: - Revision of phase 3 and 4 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to ‘aw’ sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Spotting the odd one out (the picture without the ‘aw’ sound) - Segmenting and blending sounds in ‘aw’ words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with ‘aw’ sound - Writing a sentence with ‘aw’ sound - Revision of HFW
Year 2 non-fiction comprehension - transport bundle
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Year 2 non-fiction comprehension - transport bundle

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A collection of non-fiction comprehension activities for year 2 about different forms of transport. Each booklet comes in 3 differentiated levels. They are all based on the reading SATs paper, containing a similar style of questions. They are also laid out in the same way as a SATs booklet to provide the children with greater experience. These are the 3 different forms of transport explored in the comprehensions: Cars Trains Aeroplanes PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
How to build a sandcastle (seaside) - Year 2 comprehension - summer
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How to build a sandcastle (seaside) - Year 2 comprehension - summer

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This resource is a comprehension activity for year 2, perfect for using in the summer term. There are three differentiated sets of instructions on how to build a sandcastle, with differentiated questions. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper. There are a range of 'what, ’ ‘where’ and ‘why’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page. Enjoy! PDF file format
Phonics phase 5 - The 'ew' sound
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Phonics phase 5 - The 'ew' sound

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This resource is an interactive lesson aimed at whole class or group phonics. It is a powerpoint presentation that allows children to revise phonemes and learn or revisit the sound ‘ew.’ It takes 15-20 minutes. This powerpoint is split into different sections: - Revision of phase 3 and 4 phonemes in a random order - Introduction to ‘ew’ sound and opportunity to trace the shape of the sound - Spotting the odd one out (the picture without the ‘ew’ sound) - Segmenting and blending sounds in ‘ew’ words - Phoneme counting - Phoneme spotting in sentences - Writing words with ‘ew’ sound - Writing a sentence with ‘ew’ sound - Revision of HFW
Reading comprehension - Making lemonade - Year 2
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Reading comprehension - Making lemonade - Year 2

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This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for year 2, perfect for using in the summer term. There are three differentiated sets of instructions on how to make lemonade, with differentiated questions. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper. There are a range of 'what, ’ ‘how’ and ‘why’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page. PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
Year 1 comprehensions - Summer theme
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Year 1 comprehensions - Summer theme

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This resource contains 5 comprehension activities suitable for using with year 1. The theme in this pack is ‘summer instructions.’ There are five different texts for the children to read and answer questions about: How to grow a sunflower How to build a sandcastle How to make lemonade How to prepare a picnic How to go pond dipping Each comprehension contains a short piece of text with words that can be sounded out. There are pictures to help with the trickier words. The text is followed by 5 questions, containing ‘what’ ‘how’ and ‘where’ questions and some multiple choice questions. There is also a PowerPoint included in the pack containing a slide for each text so that you can go through the comprehensions before the children complete them. PDF file format