The resources I create are mainly for early years and early KS1.
I enjoy making worksheets, flashcards and games that will compliment children's books and children's interests.
The resources I create are mainly for early years and early KS1.
I enjoy making worksheets, flashcards and games that will compliment children's books and children's interests.
Explore a comprehensive collection of 40 engaging resources tailored for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), drawing inspiration from the beloved book, “The Naughty Bus.”
Our diverse range of materials encompasses literacy, math, water tray signs, story stones, and beyond. With interactive activities designed to captivate young learners, these resources provide immersive learning experiences that bring the adventures of the Naughty Bus to life in the classroom or at home.
Included in this pack
Story sequencing activity
First, then, next
6 caption cards to fill
Writing pieces
8 Story stones
Story mountain
Cut and stick bus
Wanted posters
Labelling
Describing
Height colouring
10 frames and characters
Sinking/floating colouring
Spot the difference
Maze
8 water area/tuff tray signs
Designing
12 more ideas
Explore a comprehensive set of 17 worksheets, engaging activities, and flashcards meticulously designed around the narrative of “A Little Bit Brave” by Nicola Kinnear. This resource pack provides a multifaceted approach to support and enhance the learning experience inspired by the story.
Included are-
cutting and sticking
sorting
feelings flash cards
Differentiated writing frames
Story sequencing
Retelling story
These materials are suitable for both home and school use.
I appreciate any feedback you may have.
These maths and literacy resources inspired by The Jolly Postman are perfect for early years learners, providing a mix of hands-on and creative activities to develop key skills.
Included Activities
Maths:
Match numbered letters to doors.
Count letters in Santa’s sack.
Compare two sacks to find which has more letters.
Add two amounts of letters together.
Colour letters to create repeating patterns.
Compare two letters to determine which is bigger.
Cut and stick the correct amount of letters.
Literacy:
Write a postcard or a letter to the postman.
Match rhyming words.
Label story characters.
Complete a maze to help the postman get home.
Cut and stick numbered letters in the correct order.
Use the word mat to support writing and vocabulary.
Retell the story in your own words.
Write initial sounds for objects or characters.
Use six letter envelopes in roleplay activities.
**
These resources are perfect for blending maths and literacy skills with a fun, story-based theme.**
#TheJollyPostman #EarlyYearsLearning #MathsAndLiteracy #HandsOnLearning #StoryBasedActivities #EYFSResources #CreativeLearning #RolePlayResources #CountingFun #WritingActivities
Explore my other resources for more exciting story-inspired activities, and don’t forget to leave positive feedback—it’s greatly appreciated!
A diverse range of resources spanning math, literacy, and pencil control, crafted to enhance the teaching of Julia Donaldson’s “Stickman.” Geared towards early years,
Resources include
pencil control maze
simple word search
scissor control
order by size
addition to 10
missing numbers
find 2 ways to use a stick, literacy
2 writing frames
speech bubbles
identify stickman’s feelings
number line
positional language
number flash cards to 10
These materials are suitable for both home and school use.
I appreciate any feedback you may have.
The Snowman and the Snowdog-Inspired Early Years Resources
Immerse your early years learners in the magical world of The Snowman and the Snowdog with this engaging collection of printable activities and worksheets.
These resources are perfect for fostering creativity, building foundational maths and literacy skills, and promoting fine motor development.
Included Activities
Creative and Roleplay Fun:
Snowman templates (lined and plain) to laminate for repeated use in roleplay and the writing area.
Design a Snowdog: draw or draw and write about your creation.
Literacy Development:
Retell the story with or without picture prompts.
Write a postcard to the Snowman.
Label pictures, feelings of the boy, and feelings of the dog.
Colour pictures beginning with the letter S.
Trace along dotted lines (small to big snowballs) to practise handwriting.
Write initial sounds of festive-themed words.
Maths Skills:
Compare piles of snowballs and colour the pile with more.
Continue a repeating pattern of snowflakes.
Arrange pictures of the dog in order as he was built.
Number ordering: cut and stick Snowdogs in order from 0-5.
Use positional language to describe where a snowball is in relation to the Snowdog.
Snowman flashcards (0-20) for games or creating a number line.
Snowman cards with 0-5 snowballs: match with the correct numbered cards.
Snowdog cards (0-5): circle or peg the correct number from a choice of three.
Fine Motor and Cognitive Activities:
Maze: help the boy find the Snowdog.
Compare sizes: colour in the biggest snowman or Snowdog.
These activities are versatile, engaging, and perfect for encouraging independent and group learning.
#TheSnowmanAndTheSnowdog #EarlyYearsResources #ChristmasActivities #MathsAndLiteracy #EYFSWorksheets #FineMotorSkills #StoryBasedLearning #WinterFun #CreativeLearning
Please check out my other resources for more fun and engaging activities, and don’t forget to leave positive feedback—it means so much!
Literacy Resources on the Book, Incredible You, by the author, Rhys Brisenden.
16 page of resources are differentiated into 3 levels.
Resources include-
Various Writing
Drawing
Certificates
Posters
Educational Resource Pack Inspired by “Somebody Swallowed Stanley” by Sarah Roberts:
Delve into an enriching educational experience with this comprehensive 13-page resource pack, thoughtfully curated based on the poignant book, “Somebody Swallowed Stanley” by Sarah Roberts. This captivating narrative unfolds the journey of Stanley, the plastic bag, shedding light on the crucial theme of plastic pollution.
Resources-
Ordering the story
Counting x2
Describing
Feelings x2
What would you do?
Where did Stanley come from? (prequal)
Sorting actions
Thought bubbles
Repeating patterns
Design a jellyfish
Ordering by size
Literacy resources for the book, Dear Zoo, by Rod Campbell.
27 pages of resources include
Matching
Sentence writing
Adjectives on each animal
Letter writing for each animal
Warning labels
Draw an animal and describe
Ordering animals
Labels
Drawing
Word mat
Writing frames
I’ve developed a set of 21 worksheets catering to varying abilities, inspired by Julia Donaldson’s story “What the Ladybird Heard.” These worksheets encompass listening, literacy, numeracy, and fine motor skills activities.
Ordering the story
Animals in their homes
pencil controlx2
match animals to their sounds
what does each animal say?
maze
create your own map
put animals on a map
listening game
wanted poster x4
match adjectives to the correct character
count animals
subtraction
draw correct spots on ladybird
flashcard sound game
identify the silhouette
A bumper selection of resources from the popular traditional tale, The Little Red Hen.
Over 30 pages of, maths, literacy and artist resources, aimed at early years.
Included is-
Story mountain and pictures
Initial sounds
Write cvc words
Order by height
Handprint literacy
Short writing/drawing piece x3
Speech bubbles
Describing words x3
Recipe for friendship
Ordering story
Caption writing
Read and draw x2
Sharing x3
Counting
Finger puppets x4
Head bands x4
Missing numbers
Inspired by the book, The Scarecrows Wedding by Julia Donaldson, I have created resources to compliment it.
As well as literacy and maths resources, there are also fine motor and creative sheets.
There are 27 pages, with some which are differentiated to suit various abilities.
Included is-
Short writing
Design a dress
Labelling
Initial sounds
Lists
Recall events
Matching
Tracing
Posters
Speech bubbles
Describing
Feelings
Drawing
Story mountain
Maze
Book review
Counting
Number recognition
Colouring
Design a necklace
Design a scarecrow
I’ve compiled a comprehensive set of 19 literacy resource pages to enhance the teaching of “The Smartest Giant In Town” by Julia Donaldson. Tailored for early years, these resources aim to enrich the learning experience.
The resources include:
Cutting and sticking the correct clothing onto each animal
Matching up the rhyming words
Sorting rhyming words
2x pages of writing CVC words
Maze for pencil control
Rhyming words
2x Writing simple sentences
2x pages of feelings words
Feelings cards
Create a missing poster
Labelling clothes
Adding picture to a story map
Dressing the Giant
Design a tie
Write a thank you letter
Explore a rich collection of 14 pages featuring both mathematics and literacy resources, along with accompanying flashcards, all meticulously designed to complement the teaching of “A Squash and a Squeeze” by Julia Donaldson. Tailored specifically for early years, this pack offers a holistic approach to engaging young learners with the delightful narrative.
Matching animals to the silhouette
ordering by height
counting
addition
size/measure
habitats
adjectives
rhyming
writing frames
wanted poster
8 feelings cards
designing a new house
Ideal for both classroom settings and early childhood education at home, these resources provide flexibility in application. They can be seamlessly integrated into lesson plans or used as standalone activities to enrich the teaching of "A Squash and a Squeeze."
Literacy resources to support the book, Dear Zoo.
Resources included are-
Ordering the story correctly
Labelling
Retelling the story
Comprehension
Thank you letter
List
Santa writing
Word mat
Delivery gifts
Whatever Next? The story of a bear and his adventure to the moon.
This book leads to some great role play in the classroom where the children can have their own adventures in a cardboard box.
In this pack of resources, aimed at early reception to early year one, lends itself to not only literacy but also maths and fine motor skills.
Included is-
Speech bubbles
Positional language
Recalling events
Drawing and labelling
Cutting and sticking
Colouring
Dressing the bear
Labelling
Picnics
Packing
Story Mountain
Lists
Maze
Book Review
Sequencing the story
6x inferencing short story pieces
Scavenger hunt
Shape rocket
23 Pages of resources to use alongside the the story of, ‘Somebody Crunched Colin’, bySarah Roberts.
Resources included are-
Resources for display
Story sequencing
More/less/same
Counting
Feelings cards
Describing Colin
Colin’s feelings
Puppy feelings
Recycling Colin
Colin’s past
Action cards
Thought bubbles
Sorting by size
Maze
Sorting rubbish
Sorting recycling
Recycling poster
3x Writing frames
Signs to help create a curiosity corner.
Help to bring out the language in children by encouraging them to ask questions.
Included is the curiosity corner header, 6 question words and 7 pictures to encourage conversation.
Once laminated and put in place you can then display unusual objects to engage the children’s interests.
Explore an engaging 10-page literacy resource collection thoughtfully crafted to complement the beloved book, “Oi Dog!” by Kes Gray and Jim Field. This dynamic resource pack is designed to captivate young readers and enhance their literacy skills through interactive and entertaining activities.
Whether used in a classroom environment or for homeschooling, these literacy resources serve as versatile tools to complement reading sessions and literacy-focused lessons.
Banded at 40-60m and ELG.
Delve into the enchanting world of “The Detective Dog” by Julia Donaldson with my collection of 19 worksheets tailored for early years. These resources cover a spectrum of subjects, including math, literacy, science, and fine motor skills, offering a delightful and educational journey inspired by the beloved book.
Included are-
positional language
rhyming
smell likes and dislikes
favourite books
pencil control x 2
feelings
book genres
book reviews
library visit
library rules
scavenger hunt
thought bubbles
picture hunt
counting
story sequencing
Suitable for both home and school learning environments, these engaging materials are designed to foster a love for literacy and maths.
I welcome any valuable feedback you may have.
A variety of 11 certificates for children to fill in to award to their teacher, teaching assistant or head teacher.
Certificates could be filled in at home with parents or they could be in the writing area for children to show their appreciation to the teaching staff.
Print off for free.