This lesson provides an introduction to positive and negative integers. It begins by explaining what an integer is and discussing different examples of how we use negative integers in real life. It then has a few different examples and discussion points using real life examples which can be done as whole class, individuals or groups e.g. weather, money etc. The resource then goes on to describe positive integers as hot numbers and negative integers as cold numbers. I find this really helps learners when performing calculations involving integers. The resource also contains a simple tug of war game that can be printed and played in pairs or played on the board with volunteers. For the game, someone is positive and someone is negative, they roll a dice and they move that number of spaces on the number line. Negative player moves to the left and positive player to the right. The winner is the person who makes it to their end of the number line. This is just a very simple game that encourages the children to add positive or negative integers and helps them visualise it on a number line. The resource then goes through different examples of adding and subtraction integers. It has a visual number line to support learners. When explaining this to learners, I use the terminology of hot and cold numbers and use the example of a drink e.g. adding hot numbers will increase the temperature, adding cold numbers will decrease it or subtracting hot numbers will decrease the temperature and subtracting cold numbers will increase the temperature. Finally, there are 6 quick questions that learners can answer and this can be used as a means of formative assessment.

Short grammar input which revises the rules for direct speech and includes some written activities.

This lesson explains the purpose and audience of a persuasive text. It then teaches different persuasive strategies. It includes a writing task which is to persuade a family member to get you a new pet. It also contains a modeled letter which can be used as an example for learners.

This powerpoint teaches learners how to calculate simple and then more complex percentages of amounts. It contains finisher questions for both which can be used as a means of formative assessment. It also contains a set of three questions sets which are differentiated by stars to challenge all learners.

This resource teaches learners how to write a newspaper article by looking at the main features. It covers Names of newspapers Headlines Bylines/leadlines Formal tone

This resource demonstrates the connection between fractions, decimals and percentages.

This lesson teaches children about persuasive writing and different persuasive strategies they can use. It then gives different targets (success criteria) that learners need to achieve in order to successfully produce a good persuasive letter. It also includes two different example texts (one good and one that requires improvement)

Daily morning Starters to engage learning first thing in the morning. The starters rotate on a weekly basis. The colour scheme is ASN/ASD friendly. I have chosen muted colours with grey undertones as this can be more calming and less over stimulating for learners with ASN. They cover a range of topics from: Numeracy Spelling Grammar Writing Problem solving Geography General Knowledge Inferencing Skills

This resource explains the order of operations. It then provides examples for learners to try. It has a multiple choice quiz and then a set of differentiated questions for learners to try which can be used as a means of formative assessments.

This writing resource works well along the RSPB Bird Watch which takes place this time of year. Whether children are actively bird watching outside or simply learning about birds around them, it is a great way to engage with nature. This lesson models for learners how to research four different birds and take notes in their jotter. It then demonstrates how to turn these short notes into engaging sentences for their reader. Finally it models for learners how they can lay this out neatly in their jotter and include some of the key features of an information text like headings, subheadings, pictures and captions.

This Chinese New Year is the year of the dragon so the writing focus is going to be on a character description of a Chinese Dragon. This resource explains the five different aspects of a character that pupils should describe in order to successfully convey their character to their reader. It also provides a modelled text, and a table worksheet for them to record examples of each aspect from the text. This will help give them inspiration for their own story. This resource includes the main lesson, the recording table and the planning page. I have also included a printed copy of the texts which could be printed out for pupils.

This resources takes learners through what a mixed number and improper fraction are. There are visual representations of these to support the learners. There are lots of opportunities for learners to engage with the resource if used on an interactive whiteboard or the tasks can be completed on a show me board.

Daily morning Starters to engage learning first thing in the morning. The starters rotate on a weekly basis. They cover a range of topics from: Numeracy Spelling Grammar Writing Problem solving Geography General Knowledge Inferencing Skills

This resources teaches learners how to locate scripture passages. It breaks Bible references down into sections and teaches it in stages. It has a range of challenges which can be used to engage learners and make it more exciting.

This powerpoint demonstrates the connection between common F,D & P. It uses visuals to supports learners understanding.

This resource contains a variety of quizzes or activities that can be used to encourage learners to read more, share about what they read and introduce them to more authors or books. It contains. Become an illustrator Lesson and Worksheet. In this activity, pupils will see the blurb of a book but not the front cover. Based on what they read, they have to decide what front cover they should design to illustrate. It contains four different blurbs and a worksheet with four blank book covers. Who Am I? Book character quiz. Book Speed Dating Worksheet. Learners would each have a book on their table and when told they must move to another table. They then have a short time to skim and scan the book then review on their speed dating worksheet. Who is my author quiz. Pupils must match the front cover to the author of the book. Book activities. This resource contains five different activities that can be completed in class or independently as a home learning activity.

This is fun resource to help learners frame an imaginative spooky story. Learners roll a dice to help them choose -who? -where? -when? -what happens?

This is a fun activity that can help learners develop their miming skills. Learners can play as a whole class or compete in teams. This resources is available in both PDF and powerpoint.

Discursive Writing - Should Animals be Kept in Zoos. This resource explains discursive writing, models a table for learners to complete, provides a short planning format example, includes a modelled paragraph and contains a word bank for learners.

10 x Christmas literacy starters covering spelling, grammar, writing and talking & listening (KS2 or 2nd Level)