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Teaching and Learning Resources for Early Learners and KS1

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Looking for something original? Here are some Resources for Early Learners and Key Stage 1 that you won't have used before. There are also some Key Stage 2 and a variety of SEND resources. Alphabet, Phonics, Speaking and Listening, Reading & Writing Activities and a range of topic resources. Worksheets, flashcards, activities, PPTs, quiz games and posters are all included. Most images licenced from graphicsfactory.com and symbols are licenced from Boardmaker.

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Looking for something original? Here are some Resources for Early Learners and Key Stage 1 that you won't have used before. There are also some Key Stage 2 and a variety of SEND resources. Alphabet, Phonics, Speaking and Listening, Reading & Writing Activities and a range of topic resources. Worksheets, flashcards, activities, PPTs, quiz games and posters are all included. Most images licenced from graphicsfactory.com and symbols are licenced from Boardmaker.
Number Cards on Balls 1 to 10
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Number Cards on Balls 1 to 10

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3 sets of number cards from 1 to 10 on 3 different types of balls. There are 2 sizes - 2 to a page and 10 small ones to a page. Great for displays, Sports topics and recognising and ordering numbers to 10. cut and laminate for reuse.
EYFS Number and Letter Flashcards
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EYFS Number and Letter Flashcards

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Handy flashcards to make and cut out, laminate and reuse. Here is a set of number cards from 0 to 10 showing numbers made with stars. To match these are black and white picture cards for each number. Similarly, there is a set of alphabet cards showing letters made from stars. To match these are black and white picture cards for each letter of the alphabet. There is a blank template for you or your children to use to make their own. Extend by providing children with outline numbers and letters and let them form them using sticky backed coloured stars. The cards are also good for sorting letters from numbers.
Adding 2 and 3 Numbers to 30 Target Practice
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Adding 2 and 3 Numbers to 30 Target Practice

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A novel way for children to practice their addition. The first 3 pages show 6 targets with a central number. Children add 2 numbers to make the central number. An example is done for them. Sheet 4 is a blank template included for you to make your own. Sheet 5 show 6 targets where children write 3 numbers that make up the central number. Again, an example is done for them. Sheet 6 is a blank template for your to make more of your own. Children can colour in the numbers they write so that all of the sevens for example, are the same colour and all of the threes etc. They can then begin to make out patterns.
Rainbow Border Number Cards 1 to 10
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Rainbow Border Number Cards 1 to 10

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A great visual aid for counting to 10, recognising numbers and number words and ordering numbers. Each page has 2 flashcards and the final page is a template for you or the children to create their own rainbow border cards.
Colour by Numbers at Christmas Time
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Colour by Numbers at Christmas Time

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5 worksheets each with a different design for Christmas number and colouring fun - an elf with a wreath, a Christmas tree, a snowman, a funny skater and a gingerbread man. Children colour the pictures using the colour and number code to help them. Numbers are from 1 to 12.
Maths Basic Symbol Starter Pack Send KS1
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Maths Basic Symbol Starter Pack Send KS1

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*Licenced to use, produce and sell resources using Boardmaker symbols. A set of time saving symbols for using with SEND pupils or KS1 as visual aids. The set includes 210 symbols on 14 boards. Use as boards or cut out for individual cards to laminate and velcro onto your own boards or pupils’s individual communication boards. There are colour and black and white versions of the symbols. Enlarge for flashcards or add to maths displays. The set includes numbers to 20, colours, shapes, size, order, time and capacity symbols. Useful for maths teachers and teaching assistants, parents and cover teachers.
Number Fun with Ice Creams KS1
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Number Fun with Ice Creams KS1

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Children will have fun with this number activity. They can work individually or with partners. There is a question sheet which can be read to the children, or they can read it themselves and answer the questions. Page 1 shows black and white ice creams with numbers on them. Page 2 is the question sheet asking children to think, observe, count, add and subtract, find odd numbers, as well as use a colour code. Page 3 is the ice cream template from page 1 but there are no numbers. Children fill in their own numbers. Numbers are within 10 but these can be differentiated and other questions added accordingly. Extend by asking children to carry out a favourite ice cream survey.
UFO Number Cards Key Stage 1
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UFO Number Cards Key Stage 1

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A set of 48 cards for you to cut out, laminate and use in your writing area or number area. Link the cards to your Space theme. Each sheet could also be used as a worksheet for children to complete. Numbers are from 0 to 6 for sheets, expect sheets 3 and 4 where children can be challenged to add the numbers together. Use dry markers with your laminated cards. A useful ‘finishing early’ activity for children where they can choose and complete cards. Activities Sheets 1 and 2 - write the missing numbers between 1 and 6 Sheets 3 and 4 - add numbers below 6 together Sheets 5 - trace the dotted lines to write the numbers Sheet 6 - trace within the lines to write the numbers Sheets 7 - add the numbers to complete the sequences Sheet 8- this is a template for you or the children to add your own activity or number sets.
3 Maths Borders Colour and Black / White
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3 Maths Borders Colour and Black / White

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3 borders with each with a different maths theme. The borders come in colour and there is a black and white version for children to colour in themselves. The borders are great for displaying the children’s work on the walls and for jazzing up worksheets. Use the borders to make your own maths problems too.
Numbers and Number Lines to 10
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Numbers and Number Lines to 10

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A collection of worksheets for children learning or consolidating numbers from 0 to 10 and/or finding out about number lines. There are links with handwriting and sequencing numbers as well as number recognition. Variety: This set includes nine worksheets and a blank template for you or the children to use. Interactive Matching: Children will enjoy matching the colour numbers to their corresponding positions on the number lines. This process reinforces number recognition but also introduces them to the concept of number lines. Colouring Fun: For those who love a splash of creativity, there’s a black and white version. Children can colour in the numbers before matching them to the number lines. Children can copy the coloured numbers on the sheets or use their own colour choices. Diverse Designs: Each of the nine worksheets showcases a different font style or playful number cartoon characters. Designs include curly fonts to numbers with cute little faces and one sheet shows number words. Target Audience: These worksheets are tailored for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and KS1 (Key Stage 1) children.
Know your Colours and Numbers to 3
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Know your Colours and Numbers to 3

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An Early Years or KS1 activity set based on 6 colours and numbers from 1 to 3. There are 6 labelled colour cards - red, blue, yellow, green, brown and purple. There is a set of cards showing 1 object of each colour e.g. a yellow moon and a green pear. There are then 6 sets of colour cards showing objects of the corresponding colours and numbers from 1 to 3. Children can cut out the cards, match them and order from 1 to 3. They can make sets of cards, irrespective of colour . Cut and laminate for fun maths games.
Tracing the Alphabet and Numbers
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Tracing the Alphabet and Numbers

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A resource of 2 worksheets which teachers can use for assessment and / or to support children with their fine motor control. Sheet 1 shows letters of the alphabet in capital and lower case form. Sheet 2 shows numbers from 1 to 26 to trace. Suitable for SEND, EYFS and KS1 children.
8 Maths Games with Tumbling Towers for KS1
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8 Maths Games with Tumbling Towers for KS1

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8 Tumbling Towers Maths games for the KS1 classroom. These are a fun way to teach and reinforce foundational maths skills. Games include recognition of numbers up to 12, 2D shape, basic addition and subtraction, counting and matching numbers and pictures, and, matching number words and pictures. Each activity idea has objectives, suggested resources and activity instructions and steps. Once you have your tumbling tower blocks, stickers and markers, you need little else which is a great time saver for teachers.
7 Tracing Numbers and Letters Fine Motor Contol Sheets
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7 Tracing Numbers and Letters Fine Motor Contol Sheets

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7 tracing worksheets to share with your class to increase their fine motor control or to use for assessment of their progress. Sheets 1 and 2 are numbers 0 to 10. Sheets 3 to 7 are letters of the alphabet from A to Z as well as the alphabet in lower and upper case on sheet 7.
Teaching and Learning the Number 3 EYFS
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Teaching and Learning the Number 3 EYFS

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An engaging resource designed to make teaching and learning the number 3 fun and interactive for Early Years. There are 10 colour pages, each showcasing 12 activity ideas. Examples are: “Put 3 Blocks in Order of Size”: Children can arrange three blocks from smallest to largest, promoting spatial awareness and mathematical understanding. “Make a Spell with 3 Secret Ingredients”: Children can concoct imaginary potions using three secret ingredients, encouraging imaginative play and counting skills. “Draw and Colour in 3 Kings”: Children can draw and colour three kings, inspired by stories such as the Three Wise Men, fostering creativity and numeral recognition. “Make a Dance with 3 Moves”: Children can choreograph a dance routine with three different moves, promoting physical activity and numerical understanding. “Say Rhymes - 3 Blind Mice”: Children can recite number rhymes reinforcing counting skills and rhythmic patterns. "Share the Story of the 3 Billy Goats Gruff ": Children can listen to or participate in storytelling sessions featuring classic tales involving the number three, fostering language development and storytelling skills. “Survey Who Was Born in March, the 3rd Month of the Year”: Children can conduct surveys to find out who in their class / year group, was born in March, exploring calendar concepts and social interaction. “Create a Picture with 3 Colours”: Children can use three different colours to create artwork, enhancing colour recognition and artistic expression. “Count 3 Objects in the Environment”: Children can explore their surroundings and count groups of three objects they find, promoting observational skills and numeracy. Dip in an out of the resource to support early number work, or use as unit of work.
Welsh Basics Numbers 1 to 10
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Welsh Basics Numbers 1 to 10

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A set of number flashcards to cut out and laminate. Enlarge if required. Cards show numbers 1 to 10, colour coded, with numerals, pictures of objects to count, number words in English and in Welsh. Boardmaker licenced.
120 Activities for Teaching Number 4
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120 Activities for Teaching Number 4

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A collection of activities to support children learning about the number 4. There are 10 pages showing 120 different ways to encourage number work and creativity. Suitable for EYFS/KS1 and SEND children. Examples are: Draw a Monster with 4 Arms: Encourage children to use their creativity to draw a monster with four arms. This activity reinforces the concept of the number 4 but also allows children to explore their imagination. Paint a Rainbow with 4 Colours: Provide children with paint and ask them to paint a rainbow using only four colours. This activity helps reinforce the concept of the number 4 while also exploring colour mixing and creativity. Make 4 Pipe Cleaner Dogs: Using pipe cleaners, children can create four dog figures. This activity involves counting out the pipe cleaners and following instructions to make each dog, reinforcing the concept of the number 4 through hands-on crafting. Finger Painting with 4 Colours: Set up a finger-painting station with four different colours of paint. Children can use their fingers to create artwork while exploring the concept of the number 4 and mixing colours. Find All the 4s in a Deck of Cards: Provide children with a deck of cards and ask them to find and count all the cards with the number 4 on them. This activity helps reinforce number recognition and counting skills. Survey Who Was Born in April (4th Month of the Year): Conduct a survey among the children to find out who was born in April, the fourth month of the year. This activity introduces data handling, the concept of months and their order in the calendar while focusing on the number 4. Practice 4 Kids Yoga Moves: Teach children four different yoga poses or movements and practice them together. This activity promotes physical activity while reinforcing the concept of the number 4. Count Out 4 Coins: Provide children with a selection of coins and ask them to count out four coins (and add). This hands-on activity helps reinforce counting skills and introduces the concept of money. The resource is in colour and contains pictures and symbols (Boardmaker licenced). Dip in an out when you are looking for inspiration, or use as a unit of work.
Fruit and Veg Number Activity Sheets 1-10
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Fruit and Veg Number Activity Sheets 1-10

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“Fruit and Vegetables Cut, Count, and Match” – 4 hands on activity sheets that encourage number and word recognition for children. Learners cut, colour ,match and order cards, each showcasing a variety of fruits and vegetables alongside numbers from 1 to 10. Children can trace over the dotted line words and numbers, developing fine motor skills along with literacy and numerical understanding. The resource includes blank templates, where children can either arrange their completed matches in sequence or draw and label their own fruit and vegetable illustrations. Suitable for EYFS and KS1 children. Links to Food, Handwriting, Writing, Reading, Numbers and Counting.
120 Activity Ideas for Learning Number 5
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120 Activity Ideas for Learning Number 5

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This Cross Curricular resource is designed to support teaching and learning about the number 5 in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) at Key Stage 1 (KS1) and for SEND children. (Boardmaker Licenced). The resource consists of 10 pages, featuring 120 different activities aimed at engaging learners while reinforcing the concept of the number 5. Examples of activities include action rhymes such as “4 Currant Buns” and “5 Fat Sausages;” putting on a 5-minute show for Year 5; collecting 5 stars to earn rewards; and cutting out 5 shapes and arranging them in order of size. Activities span various subject areas, including maths, literacy, art, physical education, music and more, providing a well-rounded approach to learning about the number 5. From relay races and surveys to weather charts, there’s something for every classroom and every child. Dip into the resource for ideas when teaching number 5 or use as a unit of work. Alternatively, children could work in pairs, choose a sheet, and carry out all of the activities on it.
Data Handling with Pumpkins KS1/EYFS
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Data Handling with Pumpkins KS1/EYFS

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This resource offers a practical way to introduce data handling concepts to your KS1/EYFS children. Featuring 18 colour pictures / cards of pumpkins wearing different hats, this resource provides a hands-on approach to data analysis. There is a sheet of questions for children to fill in e.g. how many pumpkins have green eyes, how many wearing party hats etc. Other activities include designing hats for each pumpkin on the sheet and matching black-and-white pumpkins and colouring them in to make them the same. Two writing frames are also included for children to document their findings or reflect on their pumpkin-related experiences. Resource links to Halloween.