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.
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.
This phonics resource is prepared with the needs of SEND and KS1 children in mind, focusing on distinguishing between the sounds and written letters S and P.
It can form a complete lesson or part of a unit of work on phonics.
The visual worksheets, featuring colourful illustrations of Paul, Sally, and their interests, offer an engaging approach to learning.
There are two distinct worksheets for each letter, complete with amusing stories that embed the words beginning with the S and P, facilitating auditory and visual recognition.
The activity promotes cutting, matching, colouring, tracing, and writing, covering a range of fine motor skills and comprehension tasks.
For SEND children, particular support has been considered, such as adaptive scissors, auditory cues, enlarged fonts, and tactile resources like sandpaper letters.
The combination of these features ensures that the resource is inclusive as well as enjoyable.
Boardmaker licenced.
This phonics resource is prepared with the needs of SEND and KS1 children in mind, focusing on distinguishing between the sounds and written letters N and I.
It can form a complete lesson or part of a unit of work on phonics.
The visual worksheets, featuring colourful illustrations of Norman, Imelda, and their interests, offer an engaging approach to learning.
There are two distinct worksheets for each letter, complete with amusing stories that embed the words beginning with the N and I, facilitating auditory and visual recognition.
The activity promotes cutting, matching, colouring, tracing, and writing, covering a range of fine motor skills and comprehension tasks.
For SEND children, particular support has been considered, such as adaptive scissors, auditory cues, enlarged fonts, and tactile resources like sandpaper letters.
The combination of these features ensures that the resource is inclusive as well as enjoyable.
Boardmaker licenced
Celebrate February with these 3 worksheets using symbols to support learning.
29 Objects to find - this worksheet lists 29 things children may relate to February, including icicles, ice skates, snowballs, pancakes, Valentine’s Day cards, mittens and winter hats. Children can tick off the symbols as they find them.
A February Poem - children read the poem and then trace over the words. Children learn about the days in the leap year. Children can go on to write their own simple poems or sentences about February.
Calendar - here is a calendar for February that children can complete and add in the key celebrations.
Boardmaker Licenced.
A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white.
The resource links Farm themes with counting, reading, close observations skills, animals and colouring.
The objective is for children to read and identify farm related picture symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 picture symbols.
The black and white sheet can be coloured in.
Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers.
Boardmaker Licenced.
Celebrate Spring with these 4 worksheets using symbols to support learning.
25 Objects to find - this worksheet lists 25 things children may relate to Spring, including sunshine, flowers, Easter eggs, umbrella, bee, butterfly and caterpillar. Children can tick off the symbols as they find them.
A Spring Poem - children read the poem and then trace over the words. Children can colour the pictures and go on to write their own simple poems or sentences about Spring.
2 Spring labelling sheets - Children label the Spring symbols and colour them in.
Boardmaker Licenced.
A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white.
The resource links Transport themes with counting, reading, close observations skills and colouring.
The objective is for children to read and identify transport picture symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 forms of transport.
The black and white sheet can be coloured in.
Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers.
Boardmaker Licenced.
A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white.
The resource links Toy themes with counting, reading, close observations skills and colouring.
The objective is for children to read and identify the toys pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 toys.
The black and white sheet can be coloured in.
Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers.
Boardmaker Licenced.
A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white.
The resource links Clothes themes with counting, reading, close observations skills and colouring.
The objective is for children to read and identify the clothing pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 items.
The black and white sheet can be coloured in.
Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers.
Boardmaker Licenced.
A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white.
The resource links Minibeast themes with counting, reading, close observations skills and colouring.
The objective is for children to read and identify minibeast pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 minibeasts.
The black and white sheet can be coloured in.
Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers.
Boardmaker Licenced.
A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white.
The resource links a Shopping theme with counting, reading, close observation skills and colouring.
The objective is for children to read and identify the shopping related pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 items.
The black and white sheet can be coloured in.
Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers.
Boardmaker Licenced.
These 3 choosing boards provide a visual and interactive way for children to express their preferences and actively participate in selecting songs and rhymes for music time. Each sheet/board shows 12 well known songs and rhymes.
The resource can enhance children’s communication skills, promote independence, and create a sense of ownership over the learning experience.
Examples of pictures range from “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” to “Humpty Dumpty,” “Five Little Ducks,” “Five Little Speckled Frogs,” and “Hickory Dickory Dock.” The colourful pictures make it simple for children to make their selections and participate in rhymes and songs during music time.
The resource has a mix of symbols and pictures(Boardmaker Licenced).
This resource consists of six worksheets aimed at Key Stage 1 and SEND children, focusing on the initial sounds of the letters S, A, T, P, I, and N.
Each sheet features a list of 20 words and corresponding symbols (licensed by Boardmaker), designed to help children associate sounds with images.
The worksheets are available in both colour and black-and-white.
Children are tasked with matching the words to the right symbols and can either tick off the words as they find them or write the word’s number next to the correct picture. This activity set supports learning in phonics and reading.
To extend the use of the resource you may want to laminate the colour sheets and children can use dry markers with these in the writing corner.
The "Gingerbread Man with Symbols " is a resource pack for teachers, particularly those working with SEND, EYFS, and / or KS1 children.
It is designed to complement work on Folk Tales - The Gingerbread Man in particular.
This pack integrates learning areas such as storytelling, speaking and listening, reading, writing, matching and word work.
The pack includes activities like filling in missing letters in a puzzle related to the story, supported by both symbols and words, available in both colour and black and white versions.
The inclusion of 15 symbol cards aids in speaking and listening exercises, story sequencing, vocabulary development and matching activities. These are in colour and black and white.
The gingerbread-themed borders, provided in both colour and black and white, offer a creative space for children to write or draw about the story.
Additionally, the pack includes three coloured gingerbread-themed cards along with three for black and white cards for colouring.
The pack forms the basis of a lesson or unit of work.
Boardmaker licenced.
A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white.
The resource links a Circus theme with counting, reading, close observation skills and colouring.
The objective is for children to read and identify the circus pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 items.
The black and white sheet can be coloured in.
Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers.
Boardmaker Licenced.
A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white.
The resource links a Seaside theme with counting, reading, close observation skills and colouring.
The objective is for children to read and identify the seaside pictures and symbols and mark these off on the list. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 items.
The black and white sheet can be coloured in.
Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers.
Boardmaker Licenced.
“Shapes in the Real World,” includes six colourful worksheets, each showcasing a variety of objects in different shapes: circles, rectangles, squares, triangles, and ovals. The final worksheet presents a mix of shapes for a review and includes a diamond shape.
Each worksheet features six cards that can be cut out and laminated and used for sorting shape games or matching activities. There is a space under each shape picture for children to practice writing the shape names or the names of the objects, enhancing their literacy skills.
The worksheets are also available in black and white, providing an opportunity for children to colour them in. They can also trace over the added words.
To further enhance the learning experience, consider incorporating activities that encourage children to find shapes in their environment. Here are some ideas:
Shape Scavenger Hunt: Organise a scavenger hunt where children search for objects around the classroom or school that match the shapes they are learning about. They can take pictures or draw what they find.
Nature Walks: Take children on a nature walk and challenge them to find and identify shapes in natural objects, such as leaves, rocks, and flowers. They can document their findings through drawings or by collecting items to bring back to class.
Shape Collages: Have children create collages using cut-out shapes from magazines or coloured paper. They can categorise their findings by shape and glue them onto large posters.
Suitable for EYFS, KS1 and SEND children.
Boardmaker licenced.
This Autumn Bingo Game resource provides a fun and engaging way to spend a wet play indoors or to supplement your topic on Autumn, Seasons, Weather or Clothes.
Children will have fun playing a themed Bingo game using symbols associated with Autumn.
Make your own game using the plan provided or use the 6 ready made symbol boards and/or the blank template.
The resource features:
Game Planning Guide: Step-by-step instructions on how to set up and play the Autumn Bingo Game ; Objectives and resources needed.
Ready-Made Bingo Boards: Six pre-designed Bingo boards featuring a variety of colour ‘Autumn’ symbols. Each board has a unique arrangement of symbols, ensuring a different experience for each player. Boards are colour coded with different colour borders.
Boardmaker licenced
The “Emotions Exploring Activity Kit” is a resource designed for SEND and KS1 children, providing teachers with a planning sheet containing five engaging activity ideas: Emotion Sorting, Emotion Stories, Emotion Matching, Emotion Diary, and Feelings Board.
Each activity is clearly outlined with objectives, step-by-step instructions, and a list of necessary resources, making it easy to implement in the classroom.
The kit includes two pages of cards displaying symbols connected to various emotions, which can be printed in colour or black and white.
Each page features 28 small cards that can be cut out and laminated, offering a versatile tool for a range of activities centered on emotions, feelings, self-awareness, emotional regulation, and behaviour support.
This resource supports children to explore and understand their emotions in a structured and supportive environment.
Boardmaker licensed.
This SEND/EYFS/KS1 resource is designed to engage children in learning about hospitals, self-care, and various occupations through a literacy-based activity.
The pack includes 11 worksheets, available in both colour and black and white, where children identify pictures and symbols related to the theme and write the corresponding words underneath.
Utilizing Boardmaker symbols, this resource features images of medicine, mobility aids like walking frames and wheelchairs, and first aid items such as plasters, bandages, and creams.
Children will also learn about the roles of different professionals including doctors, hospital teachers, occupational therapists (OT), and physiotherapists.
The pack includes pictures of vehicles like ambulances and police cars; medical instruments such as blood pressure monitors and stethoscopes, and personal care items including toothbrushes, shampoo, and shower facilities.
Additionally, the resource emphasises the importance of keeping healthy and personal hygiene, making it a valuable tool for PSHE education.
Boardmaker licenced.
Teacher’s Guide for EYFS SEND children.
Objective: Introduce children to music and movement through engaging singing games.
Resource Components:
Singing Games:
o The Farmer in the Dell: Sing and act out the roles in the song.
o Looby Loo: Follow the lyrics with actions for each body part.
o Oranges and Lemons: Sing along and join in the game.
o The Grand Old Duke of York: March and follow the actions in the song sitting or standing.
Lyrics and Instructions:
o Each game includes the lyrics and simple instructions for the actions / games.
Flashcards:
o Flashcards with symbols for each game. In colour and black and white for 3 games and colour for The Grand Old Duke of York.
o Use for reference, sequencing activities, or matching and sorting.
Boardmaker licenced.