KS1 Autumn Maths data handling graph. Five Autumn objects for pupils to find on a walk. Pupils collect/tick off the object on the block graph, add up the totals and use the data to answer the questions on the additional supporting question sheet. Questions include - most/least objects, comparison and explain. Links with cross curricular topics – Autumn, Seasons, Trees, Growing, Gardens. Can also be used as a homework activity.

Theseus and the Minotaur set of 4 English descriptive worksheets for LA/MA KS2. Learning Objective: I can use key words to describe mythological characters. Worksheet 1: Adjective selection from a prepared set of vocabulary to best describe questions about Theseus, the Minotaur and the labyrinth. Worksheet2: Noun, verb, adjective brainstorm to describe Ariadne, Athena, King Minos, Theseus, the Minotaur. Worksheet 3: Creating own mythological beast and adding verbs and adjectives. Worksheet 4: Simple label the characters cut and stick activity. Can be used following introduction of the myth to develop vocabulary and language in writing. **

KS1 & 2 Adventure story planning template. A resource for pupils to use to plan their own adventure writing. Includes a bullet point reminder of the rules for writing adventure stories and spaces for pupils to develop character description, setting and plan the structure of their story. Great to use following an adventure writing lesson or drama. Can also be used with topics : Adventure, Explorers, Travel, Halloween.

KS 1 & 2 Library Treasure hunt grid A simple ‘treasure hunt’ to introduce or develop pupil understanding of a library or book area. Pupils find the treasure and write their answers in the box.

A KS2 power-point of 19 slides which can be used as one lesson or extended over a longer period. Included are examples of 2 short horror stories (not too scary!) for pupils to use in the lesson to analyse against a Horror story features checklist. There are key questions to promote discussion and paired work. Also included is a simple planning and drafting grid. Pupils can use the grids to give paired feedback to improve their work prior to writing the final story. The lesson culminates in a spooky story reading presentation.

KS1 Years 1, 2 and 3 - A series of 5 consecutive power-point lessons about the sights of London (66 slides). Lesson 1 introduces London using the Union Flag as a starting point with learning focusing on the countries of Britain and the location of London. The pupils are encouraged to use a Project Book to record their journey through each lesson. Lesson 2 introduces some simple facts about London and focuses on Buckingham Palace. Pupils will create a simple comparative table which enables them to compare the Palace with their own homes, pose questions and draw conclusions. The lesson can be developed into Art/DT to design a flag. Lesson 3 focuses on the Changing of the Guard with a link to a short YouTube clip followed by a physical group activity. Lesson 4 recognition of London landmarks and a Maths measurement activity with trundle wheels linked to Big Ben. There is also a short activity to develop understanding of Roman Numerals. Lesson 5 London Transport and a Maths activity to devise the quickest routes on the Tube. This lesson includes an end of unit assessment to assess pupil knowledge through a task set by the Prime Minister. Each lesson offers clear steps for pupils to work in partners, small groups and individually. Each slide can be printed separately to enable pupils to have access to information tables and data. At the beginning of each lesson there is a short recap activity to assess learning from the previous lesson.

A complete interactive lesson for KS2 Geography. The 17 slide power-point provides learning opportunities through collaboration, discussion and organising information. Learning includes identifying and naming the seven continents on a map or globe and identifying countries within continents. There is a simple continent recognition activity at the end of the lesson which can be used as an assessment.

KS1 & 2 Label the space shuttle, label the space rocket, label the space suit (3 worksheets) Three separate worksheets to enable pupils to match the technical vocabulary to the correct part of the picture. There are seven items of equipment to label on the space shuttle and rocket worksheets and eight parts to label on the spacesuit. The vocabulary list is included on each worksheet for pupil use and there is a small photograph of a real shuttle and rocket for pupils to make a comparison between a photo and a simplified diagram. This is a useful activity to assess pupil knowledge of key vocabulary at the end of a mini topic on Space, journeys, famous explorers, or Planets.

An interactive power-point for pupils in Years 2, 3 and 4. The power-point is structured as comprehensive, structured lesson which includes an introductory assessment activity, opportunities for paired and group work and whole class information sharing. The slides are cross curricular and cover Halloween activities in Maths, Speaking and Listening, Drama and Poetry. The slide contents include a history of Halloween, superstitions, spells and folklore. The power-point slides are designed to enable the teacher to work progressively through the topic or stop at specific place to develop a theme. The children will need paper, pencils and an atlas or map for group work.

A simple scaffold to aid pupil writing. A scaffold of a poem which can be adapted by theme to support cross curricular writing or to develop a specific aspect of English such as alliteration, similes. Can be modified to provide challenge or support with the aid of dictionaries, Thesaurus and word banks. Very useful as a starter or plenary session.

A chronological 39 slide power-point about the life of George Stephenson illustrated with simplified text and photographs. Many of the photographs have been taken from visits to George Stephenson's home area and linked museum visits. The power-point can be used to introduce a History unit in KS1 or 2 or used as a one off lesson. Includes some simple historical activities, links to useful websites and opportunity for speaking and listening.

Reception/Year 1 Pirate Treasure Map Reading activity linked to topic on pirates and seaside. Includes a blank treasure map, a key vocabulary mat and a set of 9 differentiated activity cards. Learning objectives ALL I must match pictures to the correct letter sound at the beginning of the word. I must match pictures to the correct letter sound at the end of the word. MOST I should find and read words which have double letters. SOME I should identify words which have more than one syllable. CHALLENGE I could read the pirate sentence accurately and follow the instructions.

Sports Day Cross curricular challenges: Five physical Maths and PE challenges for pupils in KS2. Great link to sports day and Olympic and world records in the main sports events. Pupils follow the instructions and measure their best attempts at five track and field events. Following their own efforts they can compare their personal best against the world record holders as well as their friends. Measurement, time, distance, speed, standard units of measure. Develops group work through organising , planning, measuring and recording the sports area as well as the race attempts themselves. Challenge 1 : 100m. Challenge 2 : 200m. Challenge 3 : Long jump. Challenge 4 : Shot Put. Challenge 5 : High jump (reach jump).

KS1 & 2 Science Fiction story planning template. A writing Science Fiction stories and spaces for pupils to develop descriptive words and phrases, space setting , problems, themed vocabulary and the structure of their story. Can be used with topics : Space, Adventures, Explorers, Planets. A writing Science Fiction stories and spaces for pupils to develop descriptive words and phrases, space setting , problems, themed vocabulary and the structure of their story. Can be used with topics : Space, Adventures, Explorers, Planets.

YR,Y1,Y2 (SEN) Eight Christmas themed Maths worksheets. Each worksheet contains a mixture of Maths applications eg simple 4 rules of number to 10 and 20, understanding Maths vocabulary and symbols (subtract, more than), time (o’clock) weight (heavier/lighter than) and shape recognition. Worksheet 1: Circle recognition, one more, counting to 10, comparison of size, who has the most, number story to 10. Worksheet 2: Triangle recognition, one more than, counting to 10, size comparison, one less, addition story to 10. Worksheet 3: Weighing comparison, 2 more than, counting to 10, missing numbers, ordinal numbers, missing number addition stories. Worksheet 4: Half, matching equivalent amounts, counting to 10, take away 1, largest, middle, longest. Worksheet 5: Take away, greater than/less than symbols, height comparison, one more, counting to 20. Worksheet 6: more/less than and symbols, height comparison, subtract, half, o’clock, addition of three numbers. Worksheet 7: Counting to 20, missing numbers to 20, o’clock, pairs, missing number addition, length comparison. Worksheet 8: Hexagon recognition, more/less than, most/least, counting to 20, ordinal numbers, o’clock.

KS2 set of 4 Reindeer resources: The pack includes * 2 different A4 factual Reindeer information sheets for pupils to use. Both information sheets focus on different information about habitat, adaptation, and life of a reindeer. Can be used as a factual support for a project about reindeer to help with pupil research or as a basis for comprehension / using information for a range of purposes. *Label the reindeer diagram worksheet with linked 5 questions ‘fill in the missing word’ sentence activity. * Reindeer Geography activity to help pupils use a map to locate reindeer habitats and key questions. * Simple Arctic Animal tally and block graph activity with three linked questions.

KS1 and 2. Babushka story/Assembly power-point of 37 slides. Written in simple narrative format for easy understanding by pupils in both Key Stages. Can be used as a whole school assembly story, an introduction to the Christmas Nativity, Russian traditional tales or as a starting point for English discussion work on dilemmas.

This planning is for EYFS. A week of cross curricular planning based upon the book 'Dear Zoo'. Includes non - negotiable vocabulary and Literacy and Numeracy learning for one week. Ideas for differentiated learning in Literacy and Numeracy and linked activities in related areas of learning including outdoor learning opportunities.

Unit of work for a week based upon the story 'We're going on a bear hunt'. Includes Literacy and Numeracy planning activities for Higher/middle and Lower ability groups. Includes non-negotiable vocabulary list and activities to develop vocabulary through outdoor learning, role play and creative activity.