A speaking and listening activity where children observe the children in the pictures closely and then answer questions about them in their preferred mode of communication. There are 20 questions with answers. Children can write out the answers or an adult can scribe for them as required. Follow up with children drawing themselves with things that are important to them and talking / sharing with the class / group.

A phonics activity for KS1 or SEN pupils. Here are 5 worksheets where children use the picture cues to sound out and write the words. The words are of 3 and 4 letters. There are also 3 blank template sheets for you, or the children, to make more of their own.

*Licenced to use, produce and sell resources using Boardmaker symbols. 4 symbol boards or visual aids that can be used to support SEND pupils in keeping fit and healthy and communicating about the topic and their needs. Boards: 1 Hair 2 Teeth 3 Washing 4 Exercise There are 24 colour symbols on each page.

*Licenced to use, produce and sell resources using Boardmaker symbols. A resource designed with SEND pupils in mind that works well too, for KS1 children. There are 20 different topic boards using colour Boardmaker symbols. Each board has 10 symbols - 2 rows of 5. Topics covered are: Toys, Buildings, Chocolate, Clothes, Days of the Week, Family, Farm, Feelings, Take away food, Garden, Going for Gold, Growing up, Holidays and Celebrations, Journeys, Keeping Healthy, Under the Sea, Transport, Weather, Shopping and Space. The resource can be used in different ways: a visual aid; to encourage speaking and listening and communication; introducing a new topic or topic vocabulary; cutting out and adding to work or making worksheets;duplicating and playing matching games;adding to displays and much more.

6 sorting activities using colour symbols and linked to a range of topics. Animals and Plants Fruit and Vegetables Transport Easter and Christmas Feelings Weather Children cut out the cards and sort them along the given criteria. Children can work individually or in pairs. *PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols.

*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. Phonics/spelling activity sheets for children learning about ‘cl’. 4 activity sheets in black and white replicated in colour. Sheet 1- Children name the symbols and trace the words and sounds. Sheet 2-A word search where children find 5 words beginning with ‘cl’. There is an answer sheet included. Sheet 3 - Children match the words and pictures and then write the words. Sheet 4 - Children fill in the missing words using the key at the bottom of the page completing the sentences.

*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. A set of 28 flash cards to use with your topic work on occupations or jobs. Each card has a symbol and the occupation written on it. Use as flash cards or / and add to your display on Occupations.

*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. My trip to the Supermarket. One of a set of resources based on trips suitable for EYFS / KS1 and SEND pupils. Each resource includes 12 colour and 12 black and white flashcards with symbols. Sheet 3 asks the children to draw the symbols or paste the pictures under the words. Sheet 4 is a writing and drawing template. Children can write about their trip. Links to topic work, journeys, travel, explorers, shopping, money as well as reading, writing and speaking and listening. *Boardmaker licence.

My trip to the Railway Station. One of a set of resources based on trips suitable for EYFS / KS1 and SEND pupils. Each resource includes 12 colour and 12 black and white flashcards with symbols. Sheet 3 asks the children to draw the symbols or paste the pictures under the words. Sheet 4 is a writing and drawing template. Children can write about their trip. Links to topic work, journeys, travel, explorers as well as reading, writing and speaking and listening *Boardmaker licenced.

2 Rainforest worksheets suitable for SEND and KS1. Each worksheet comes in colour and black and white. Children can label the things that can be found in the Rainforest using the words underneath. There are 12 pictures / symbols on each page. These can be duplicated and cut out to make matching pairs. Children can use the key vocabulary to write about the Rainforest or to make a list. The blank space on the worksheets could also be used for drawings, stories or poems. Pictures and symbols could also be enlarged and used for visual aids or displays. Boardmaker licence

“Our World and Where We Live,” encourages children to explore and appreciate their local environment and culture, and promotes understanding and empathy of others by facilitating comparison and discussion of diverse global environments and cultures. The resource includes a complete lesson plan including aims, resources, activities, assessment and homework. There is a colour disucssion sheet to introduce different aspects of where we live and the local environment. Children can colour in the black and white version of this sheet and overwrite the sentences. The next worksheet asks the children to draw and write about the different aspects and an example sheet is provided that the children can use as a reference or stimulus. *Boardmaker licenced. * The Boardmaker symbols can be a great resource for SEND students. They are a set of picture symbols used for communication with individuals who are nonverbal, have limited speech or who benefit from pictorial / visual input. They can aid in understanding and expressing ideas around the topic of Our World and where we live.

This resource is linked to Phonics and words ending with FF. There are 12 words included here with matching pictures. Worksheets 1 - Children trace the words ending with FF and colour the pictures 2 - Children name the colour pictures , cut and match the pictures to the words on sheet 3 3 - Children can either write the words underneath the words given ending with FF, or draw or paste underneath the words. Suitable for KS1 and SEND pupils. Boarmaker licenced.

This resource is linked to Phonics and words ending with CK. There are 12 words included here with matching pictures. Worksheets 1 - Children trace the words ending with CK and colour the pictures 2 - Children name the colour pictures , cut and match the pictures to the words on sheet 3 3 - Children can either write the words underneath the words given ending with CK, or draw or paste underneath the words. Suitable for KS1 and SEND pupils. Boarmaker licenced.

Welcome to “Toys, Tales, and Tasks” - a six-part lesson for young learners, with special emphasis on SEND, EYFS and KS1 children. Link to your lessons on Toys, Ourselves, Me, Emotions, History and Speaking and Listening. The pack includes lesson plans showing objectives, resources, activities and extension ideas. There are 10 sheets which include 9 black and white symbols of toys on each. Use the sheets as stand-alone worksheets or cut up the cards for games and activities. Emphasizing Inclusivity: Recognizing the diverse needs of SEND pupils, symbols are integrated into the resources to aid communication. These symbols act as familiar visual cues, aiding comprehension. Boardmaker licenced User. Lessons 1 to 6 Overview: Toy Stories: Dive into narratives, enhancing creativity, story skills and vocabulary. Sorting and Matching: Encourage logical reasoning by sorting, classifying and matching toys. Descriptive Adjectives: Build vocabulary and language skills using toys as a reference. Toy History : Understand change over time, introducing a historical perspective. Money and Toy Pricing: Develop mathematical skills around number and money. Emotions : Explore feelings, promoting emotional intelligence and empathy.

The "Food Bumper Resource Pack " is tailored for educators working with SEND, KS1, and EYFS children. The resource pack aligns with a thematic focus on Food , and its cross-curricular connections. Use as a unit of work or dip into the resources for relevant lessons. Contents of the Resource Pack: 3 Planning Sheets Objectives: Clearly defined goals to ensure structured and purposeful learning. Resources: A list of required materials and tools for each activity. Activity Descriptions: Step-by-step breakdowns for each learning activity. Adult Support Needed: Guidelines on how staff can aid and facilitate each activity. 10 Activity Ideas: These include links with a range of subjects e.g. Science: Hot and cold, the sense of taste, as well as Plants. Literacy: Phonics, speaking and listening, and storytelling exercises revolving around food themes. Mathematics: Practical applications e.g. money through buying and selling food items. 80 Colour Picture Symbols: Symbols related to food, ready to be cut out. They can be laminated for durability and for reuse in various activities and games. Worksheets: These are designed to align with the activity ideas and includes a bingo template. The inclusion of symbols and visual aids caters to a diverse range of learning styles, ensuring that children with SEND can equally benefit and engage with the content. Boardmaker licenced.

A welcome addition to your topic on Clothes for SEND pupils and suitable also, for EYFS and KS1. The first page is a colour poster to share and talk about with your class with all things related to Clothes. This includes how to care for clothing such as washing, ironing and storing. The second page is a black and white version of the poster for children to colour in. Pages 3,4 and 5 are worksheets where children write the words under the pictures. These are mostly taken from the poster. Finally, page 6 is a word wall containing some key vocabulary that children may use in their writing, discussing or labelling of clothes and related topics. Children could make their own posters as an extension. Boardmaker licenced.

A set of five lessons on hand care crafted for SEND children (and suitable for EYFS and KS1), emphasizing sensory exploration, using visual symbolism, and interactive learning. Here, children learn about hand hygiene, but also about kindness, empathy, and the value of self-care. The resource contains a unit of work with 5 activities and includes activities, objectives, materials required, steps involved and the teacher support required. Through tactile experiences, colour contrasts in symbols, and role-play scenarios, children are offered a multi-sensory approach, catering to varied learning needs. The lessons provide children with the skills and knowledge to undertake their own hand care, fostering a sense of autonomy. The 15 colour and black & white symbols serve as visual cues, reinforcing memory and association. The role-playing activities emphasize kind actions with hands, guiding children towards empathetic interactions and promoting positive social behaviour. The lessons are modular and can be tailored to suit individual children’s requirements, pacing, and comfort levels. Boardmaker Licenced.

A ‘Hot’ and ‘Cold’ Activity Pack for SEND and KS1 children. A fun and engaging way to teach children about Geography and Science: Hot and Cold. Links to Weather and Seasons. This Activity Pack has 12 colourful hot and cold flashcards, colouring sheets, tracing words activities and word searches for both hot and cold, with picture clues for reading and phonics practice. There is a template sheet for both hot and cold that can be used for drawing, writing, or pasting/sorting into. Answer sheets are included for the word searches, so children can check their own work. Use as a unit of work, a lesson or just dip in for your Science topic / literacy work.

A colour worksheet where children name and label the animals. There is a word bank included to support children that need it. There are 15 animals to name and label.

2 Christmas tracing pattern sheets for children to support their fine motor / pencil control.