This resource contains a worksheet and a revision guide on parenthesis and parentheses - the punctuation devices used to mark parenthesis (brackets, commas and dashes). You may also be interested in: Parenthesis - 12 Page Workbook This resource contains a 12-page workbook that includes three revision sheets and five worksheets about parenthesis and parentheses - the punctuation devices used to mark parenthesis. The workbook clearly explains what parenthesis is and the different forms of punctuation - brackets, commas and dashes - used to mark it. The worksheets contain tasks for pupils to: identify parenthesis in sentences punctuate sentences containing parenthesis compose sentences containing parenthesis Parenthesis - 55 Slide PowerPoint Lesson This resource contains a 55-slide PowerPoint lesson on parenthesis and parentheses. The PowerPoint clearly and visually explains what parenthesis is, why it is used and the different forms of punctuation used to mark it. Many opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to identify parenthesis and to extend sentences to make then more interesting by adding parenthesis - brackets, commas and dashes. The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on parenthesis. Save money and buy both resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Parenthesis - PowerPoint Lesson and Workbook More Punctuation Resources

This resource contains a memo mat on the commonly used / confused homophones - where, were, we're and wear. The mat is available in four font variations. The mat could be laminated and used by pupils when covering the topic of commonly used/confused homophones or placed in their files for reference. It could be enlarged to A3 size and used for display purposes. You may also be interested in: Where Were Wear We’re – PowerPoint Lesson Where Were Wear We’re – Set of 7 Worksheets Where Were Wear We’re – PowerPoint Lesson and Set of 7 Worksheets This resource is appropriate for Year 2- and older SEN / Entry Level pupils who will benefit from the visual nature of the resource. More Homophone Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a 100 slide PowerPoint lesson on how to use the article/determiner 'a' or 'an' before a word. It explains how to use the first letter sound of a word to determine whether it is 'a' or 'an'. The presentation also includes exceptions to the rule - one, hour, unicorn, university, euro. You may also be interested in: Set of 8 Worksheets on 'a' or 'an' This resource contains a set of 12 worksheets on the use of 'a' or 'an' before a word. Set of 10 Writing Frames - 'a' or 'an This resource contains a set of ten writing frames to reinforce the correct use of 'a' or 'an' before a word. In addition to helping pupils to choose the correct article 'a' or 'an'. It is a particularly useful resource for students who struggle to master the basics of writing. It provides a framework and scaffolding for pupils to achieve some success in creating sentences independently. Save money and buy all three resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: The Articles 'a' and 'an' Bundle More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains an editable, 55 slide PowerPoint lesson on words ending in -ey with the long ‘e’ sound. Words include journey, money, monkey, honey, jockey, abbey… It explains that the plural of -ey words are formed by just adding the letter ‘s’. The PowerPoint also contains a section where the pupils have to try and guess the word ending in -ey from the clues given and then spell the word correctly. You may also be interested in: Set of 20 Differentiated Worksheets - Words Ending in -ey This resource contains a set of 20 worksheets, some differentiated, on words ending in -ey at the end of a word with a long 'e' sound. Activities include finding the missing words, composing sentences, finding the meaning of some -ey words, word searches and spelling practice worksheets. Save money and buy both resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: PowerPoint Lesson and Set of 20 Worksheets on words ending in -ey These resources are appropriate for primary pupils and older SEN / ESL pupils who have yet to master the basics in phonics. More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource includes 1. A 40-slide PowerPoint lesson on alliteration. It contains an explanation of alliteration and many examples from: literature - (Harry Potter) poetry ( The Highwayman, The Listeners, Kubla Khan, Cargoes, Sea Fever, The Ancient Mariner) the commercial world 2. An accompanying set of 18 worksheets. The worksheets are available in both PDF format and in an editable version. Tasks include: Identifying alliteration in sentences and poetry and literature from Harry Potter, The Highwayman, The Listeners, Kubla Khan, Cargoes, Sea Fever and The Ancient Mariner. Composing sentences and short paragraphs containing alliteration. The paragraphs include six scenes to encourage the use of alliteration - poppy field, fireworks, busy street, ice cream, spider's web and snow-covered tree. Designing and creating product names and catchy slogans for a shampoo, canned drink and chocolate bar using alliteration You may also be interested in: Alliteration Posters This resource contains a set of 26 posters on alliteration. They contain examples of alliteration from poetry, literature, - The Listeners (Walter De La Mare), The Ancient Mariner (Samuel Taylor Coleridge), Harry Potter (J K Rowling), Sea Fever (John Masefield), Cargoes (John Masefield) , Kubla Khan (Samuel Taylor Coleridge) and The Raven (Edgar Allen Poe). Several posters contain examples from famous speeches, films, song lyrics and from product and company brands. Save money and buy all three resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Alliteration Bundle More Figurative Language Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains an editable, 70-slide PowerPoint lesson on words ending in the suffixes -sion and -ssion. It will help students to master the spelling of -sion and -ssion words. (English programmes of study: Endings which sound like /ʃən/, spelt –sion, ssion). The PowerPoint contains tasks and activities to introduce, reinforce and consolidate the reading and spelling of these words. It includes the rules for adding the suffix -sion to words ending in -d, -de, -s, -ss, -mit, -el and exceptions to the rules. The PowerPoint visually demonstrates how to do this. There are numerous opportunities within the PowerPoint for pupils to practise the spelling of these words. Tasks include: Spelling challenges A timed activity for pupils working in pairs or groups to find as many words ending in -sion as possible An anagram challenge The resource could be used as a whole lesson, for a series of lessons, as a lesson starter or plenary. The resource is suitable for primary pupils and older SEN students who will benefit from the visual nature of this resource. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Words Ending in -sion and -ssion - Set of 21 Worksheets Tasks include finding the missing words, constructing sentences, word searches, anagrams, converting verbs to nouns by adding the suffix ‘sion’ or ‘ssion’ spelling practice sheets (could be used for homework) and worksheets to stretch and challenge more able pupils. All tasks and worksheets are to encourage the identification and correct spelling of these words. Worksheets contain sections for what went well, next targets, level of support and pupil evaluation. *Save money and buy both resources together at a discounted rate: Words Ending in -sion and -ssion PowerPoint Lesson and Set of 21 Worksheets Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This is a succinct, figurative language mat containing an explanation of and examples of the following literary devices - similes, metaphors, personification, onomatopoeia, alliteration, imagery, assonance and consonance. It is ideal for display purposes or as a revision aid for pupils on desks / in files. The mat is available in four fonts. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. More Figurative Language Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a homophone mat that can be laminated and used by Key Stage 2 pupils and older SEN students to refer to and check the spellings of commonly used homophones / near homophones and confusing words. The homophones include: where / were / we're / wear their / there / they're hear / ear / here too / two / to which / witch whose / who's one / won your / you're More Homophone Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step- by-Step Guide

This resource contains a set of 12 worksheets definite and indefinite articles - the, an and a. Answers are included. You may also be interested in: Definite and Indefinite Articles PowerPoint Lesson This resource contains a fully editable, 62 slide PowerPoint lesson on determiners. These include: The articles - definite and indefinite Demonstratives Possessives Quantifiers Numbers Ordinals Interrogatives Determiner Revision Mat This resource is a determiner revision mat containing an explanation of, and examples, for all the different types of determiner. More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains spelling practice worksheets based on Year 3 and Year 4 spelling word lists. They are ideal for homework. More Spelling Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

Add some interest to addition and subtraction to 20 with these 8 worksheets using Chinese symbols for numbers. They are ideal for use during the Chinese New Year period. Pupils complete addition and subtraction tasks and insert the corresponding Chinese symbol. - addition to 10 - addition to 20 - subtraction from 10 - subtraction from 20 - find the missing numbers - addition and subtraction up to 20 You may also be interested in: Coordinates in The First Quadrant Worksheets Chinese New Year Battleships Team Coordinates PowerPoint Game Chinese New Year Themed Battleships - Coordinates Partner Game Chinese New Year Presentation - 77 Slides Chinese New Year Lantern Riddles PowerPoint Quiz - What's orange and sounds like a parrot? Chinese New Year Puzzle Pack - Word Searches, Crossword, Anagrams, Chinese Riddles, Word Making Chinese Proverbs - Thought Provoking PowerPoint and Posters Chinese New Year Quiz Chinese New Year Presentation Thinking of publishing your own resources? Check out this step- by- step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains 11 differentiated anagrams, crosswords and word searches on the theme of Shakespeare and his work. It is suitable for Key Stage 2 pupils and older SEN students. It is also an ideal resource for World Book Day and Shakespeare Week. You may also be interested in: Shakespeare - Set of 45 Quote Posters These posters contain powerful images and a range of quotes -some poignant, some comedic, some tragic and some romantic - all illustrate Shakespeare’s mastery of words, his skilful use of language and poetic devices. This is an ideal resource to promote discussion or for display purposes or for use in an assembly. Wiliam Shakespeare Simple Text Presentation This is a fully editable, 56-slide presentation, with simple text, on the life and work of William Shakespeare, ‘’The Bard of Avon’. It is appropriate for primary and older SEN pupils. The presentation focuses on his birthplace and parentage; his family; references to and excerpts from well-known plays – Hamlet, Macbeth, Midsummer Night’s Dream; The Globe Theatre, Shakespeare Memorial Theatre; the Puritans' banning of theatres and plays; The Royal Shakespeare Company; Shakespeare's contribution to the English language; his use of literary techniques and poetic devices; his burial place; his former home New Place -his former home; list of his plays in chronological order. The PowerPoint contains hyperlinks to engaging short clips (3 minutes) of Macbeth – film and opera versions. Wiliam Shakespeare Presentation This is a slightly longer, more detailed 67-slide presentation; more suitable for older pupils. Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a set of 8 differentiated worksheets to practise spelling words containing the silent letters ‘k’ and ‘g’ when followed by ‘n’ - the ‘kn’ and ‘gn’ digraphs. This resource is ideal for spelling practice homework. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: ’kn’ and ‘gn’ Digraphs Set of 18 Worksheets This resource contains 18 differentiated worksheets and exercises to help pupils learn how to read and spell words containing the digraphs ‘kn’ and ‘gn’. Tasks include: Identifying words containing the 'kn’ and ‘gn’ digraphs by matching words to pictures Inserting the correct word into sentence Composing sentences using words that contain the kn’ and ‘gn’ digraphs Finding ‘kn’ and ‘gn’ words in word searches Unscrambling anagrams containing ‘kn’ and ‘gn’ digraphs ’kn’ and ‘gn’ Digraphs Set of 18 PowerPoint Lesson This is an accompanying 50-slide PowerPoint lesson on the silent ‘k’ and ‘g’ . The PowerPoint introduces most of the common words containing these two silent letters. Pupils are asked to read and spell some of the words Save money and buy both resources at a discounted rate: kn’ and ‘gn’ Digraphs Set of 18 PowerPoint Lesson and Worksheets Buy the bundle of PowerPoint lesson, worksheets and spelling practice workbook and make even more savings! kn’ and ‘gn’ Digraphs Set of 18 PowerPoint Lesson, Worksheets and Spelling Practice Bundle More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a succinct, colourful and highly visual noun memo mat reminding pupils of the different types of noun. Common nouns, proper nouns, abstract nouns, compound nouns and collective nouns are all featured. There are several font variations. The mat could be laminated and used by pupils to use when covering the topic of nouns or placed in their files for reference. It could be enlarged to A3 size and used for display purposes. You may also be interested in: PowerPoint Lesson on Nouns More Nouns Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a set of ten writing frames to reinforce the correct use of the article/determiner 'a' or 'an' before a word. It also contains a sentence writing sheet for the construction of sentences. In addition to helping pupils to choose the correct article 'a' or 'an', it is a particularly useful resource for students who struggle to master the basics of writing. It provides a framework and scaffolding for pupils to achieve some success in creating sentences independently. You may also be interested in: 100 Slide PowerPoint Lesson Set of 12 Worksheets on 'a' or 'an' The Articles - 'a' and 'an' - Bundle More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a set of 36 posters on personification. They contain examples of personification including some from poetry and literature and include I Wandered Lonely As a Cloud, The Ancient Mariner, Snow and Snow, The Fog, The Eight-Story Kiss. An accompanying set of 16 worksheets is also available: Personification - Set of 16 Worksheets This resource contains a set of 16 worksheets on identifying and using personification. Tasks include: Identifying personification in sentences and poetry and literature from The Ancient Mariner by Coleridge, The Fog by Carl Sandburg , Jack Frost, The Eight-Story Kiss by Tom Robbins , The Windmill by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow , Sea Fever by John Masefield, I wandered lonely as a cloud by William Wordsworth, Snow and Snow by Ted Hughes. Writing sentences and short paragraphs containing personification on themes including foggy day, the haunted house, the snow, the combine harvester, the candle flame, the trees, firework display, fast-flowing river. The resource also contains an explanation and definition sheet about personification. Save money and buy both resources at a discounted rate: Personification - PowerPoint Lesson and Set of 16 Worksheets More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains an editable, 50 slide PowerPoint lesson on the apostrophe for contraction / omission. It explains how to use the apostrophe in contracted words. This resource will help students to use apostrophes appropriately in their written work and to improve their punctuation skills. The PowerPoint also contains a hyperlink to a short video explaining how to use the apostrophe for contraction. You may also be interested in: Apostrophe for Contraction 18 Page Workbook This resource contains a 18 page workbook (18 worksheets) on the apostrophe for contraction / omission. It also includes an information sheet explaining when and how to use the apostrophe for omission / contraction. The worksheets contain a variety of tasks and will help students to master using apostrophes appropriately in their written work and to improve their punctuation skills. Answers are included. Save money and buy both resources together at a discounted rate: Apostrophe for Contraction - PowerPoint Lesson and Workbook If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a set of 30 colourful posters on onomatopoeia. You may also be interested in: Onomatopoeia PowerPoint Lesson This is a fully editable and engaging 75-slide PowerPoint lesson on the literary device of onomatopoeia. The PowerPoint includes: 1. Explanation and definition of onomatopoeia. 2. Why it is used. 3. Examples of onomatopoeia from poetry, literature, adverts and comics -including The Ancient Mariner (Samuel Taylor Coleridge), The Highwayman (Alfred Noyes), The Charge of the Light Brigade (Alfred Tennyson), The Lake Isle of Innisfree (W. B. Yeats), The Bells (Edgar Allan Poe), The Tempest by William Shakespeare and For Whom the Bell Tolls (Ernest Hemingway). 4. Challenges and opportunities within the PowerPoint for pupils to identify and use onomatopoeia. 6. Images to stimulate students to compose their own onomatopoeic words. The PowerPoint contains hyperlinks to a short, entertaining video on onomatopoeia; some adverts containing onomatopoeia and a recitation by Roger McGough of his poem 'The Sound Collector'. Onomatopoeia - Set of 20 Worksheets Save money and buy all three resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Onomatopoeia Bundle More Figurative Language Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains four SATS style spelling practice tests for kn and gn digraphs. For each test there is: A pupil test worksheet. A teacher dictation sheet. An answer sheet If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: kn and gn Digraphs Spelling Practice Worksheets 50 Slide PowerPoint Lesson - The Silent k and g This resource contains a 50-slide PowerPoint lesson on the silent letters ‘k’ and ‘g’ when followed by ‘n’. In the PowerPoint pupils are introduced to most of the common words containing these two silent letters and are asked to read and spell some of these words. Save money and buy both the PowerPoint and the worksheets at a discounted rate: 50 Slide PowerPoint Lesson - Set of 12 Differentiated Worksheets on silent k and g More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a succinct, colourful and visual memo mat on the commonly used/confused National Curriculum Year 2 homophone / near homophones where / were / we’re / wear. The mat is provided in different fonts and on two different backgrounds. The mat could be laminated and used by pupils when covering the topic of commonly used/confused homophones or placed in their files for reference. It could also be enlarged to A3 size and used for classroom display purposes. You may also be interested in: There, Their, They’re - PowerPoint Lesson There, Their, They’re - PowerPoint Lesson and Worksheets Where, Were, Wear and We’re - PowerPoint Lesson Where, Were, Wear and We’re - PowerPoint Lesson and Set of 8 Worksheets More Homophone Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide