Here are the slides I use to prepare my KS1 students to describe how animals are suited to their habitats. The focus is a woodland habitat and the animals who make it their home. This resource offers a lesson starter for Year 2 children, teachers and parents covering knowledge relating to ‘Living Things and their Habitats’, as a part of their science learning. This PDF has opportunities for children to answer questions with a talk partner or as a class to develop their ideas for writing. Included: Short introduction with lots of questions for the class or talk partners A sample of what pupil’s writing might look like Prompts for writing Sets a writing task This is a great opportunity for writing within the subject. 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 missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You might also like: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/classifying-animals-part-1-year-2-12071852 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/classifying-animals-part-2-year-2-12072195

Practice reading the year 1 common exception words with this roll and read game. Included are 8 games which cover all the tricky words for the year 1 curriculum. Also included is a blank game so you can create your own game using word which suit your pupils, theme or topic. There are two versions included: one with striped backgrounds and one plain. This is a great resource for home learning too. 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 missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-word-mat-common-exception-words-12168506

Here are the worksheets I use when measuring mass using balance scales in KS1. Included are 5 worksheets; each has been differentiated 2 ways. That’s a week’s worth of mass worksheets, plus there is an added bonus challenge at the end. These worksheets allow children to use their mass/ measurement vocabulary and their reasoning skills. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/measurement-open-ended-investigations-for-length-mass-and-time-12067636

Display images and vocabulary for parts of a tree. Each slide has bold images and vocabulary necessary for children to identify and describe the parts of a tree. Included are: trunk, blossom, bark, needles, branches, roots, leaves, crown, canopy, pine cones, conifer and deciduous. Included: 11 page PDF images and vocabulary of parts of a tree. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks1-trees-writing-for-science-12306458 or https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/parts-of-a-plant-display-12365981

Create a calming and tranquil book corner or cozy reading nook with this display pack which includes bunting, poster packs and labels. Bunting which spans across the reading area or bulletin board welcomes students into the area and serves to highlight the dedicated space for reading and exploring books. The reading posters to help keep the area purposeful and tidy. The growth mindset posters serve to create a welcoming and inviting atmosphere. Book tub labels can be attached to bins or containers that hold different categories of books in the classroom. They help students find what they need and keep the area organized. Overall, by incorporating neutral colours, these classroom display resources create a calm and harmonious environment, allowing the focus to remain on the learning materials and encouraging a sense of tranquility conducive to reading and learning. Included: -Bunting which says reading corner all upper case letters -Bunting which says reading corner in lower case (with a capital R and C) -Welcome Bunting written in all upper case letters -Reading area rules -20 Book tub labels -15 growth mindset reading posters I also have this same display in a hessian version here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/book-corner-display-natural-hessian-12569705

Transform Your Outdoor Play Area with Our Mud Kitchen Resource Pack. Get your mud kitchen ready for students with this comprehensive and engaging resource. Designed to inspire creativity and enhance outdoor learning, this pack includes everything you need to set up an inviting and educational mud kitchen. What’s Inside: Adorable Bunting: Add a touch of charm and excitement to your mud kitchen area with our cute bunting in natural hessian print. Over 50 Labels: Keep everything organized and easy to find with a wide variety of labels. From kitchen tools to action cards, these labels make sure everything has its place. Number Cards: Incorporate numeracy skills into playtime with our set of number cards. Perfect for counting ingredients or setting up shop in the mud kitchen! Recipe Cards for writing: Encourage budding chefs to get creative with their culinary concoctions. These recipe cards provide fun and simple formats to get pupils writing and imagining. Educational Benefits: Literacy Skills: Promotes writing and reading through recipe creation and label recognition. Numeracy Skills: Enhances number recognition and counting practice. Creativity and Imagination: Sparks imaginative play and creativity in an engaging outdoor setting. Social Skills: Encourages teamwork and communication among students as they play and cook together. Equip your mud kitchen with this delightful and educational resource pack, and watch your students’ imaginations and skills flourish! Perfect for early years and primary school settings, this pack is a must-have for any outdoor learning environment. You might also be interested in this free resource to create a construction area in your classroom: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12897587

Practice mappings skills to demonstrate understanding of symbols and keys as part of ks1 geography. Included in this resource are 3 worksheets and their answers. Two worksheets involve matching the image from a key to its meaning. The last worksheet involves drawing a simple map and key and then populating the map with the pictures from the key. These are perfect for ks1 pupils. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/mapping-for-ks1-12198063

Discover engaging and comprehensive teaching resources on herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores with our specially crafted slides. Designed specifically for KS1 pupils, each 20-page PDF immerses learners in the fascinating world of herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores, providing vivid imagery and clear explanations of their dietary habits. Foster deeper comprehension with three intriguing true or false questions accompanying each slide set, ideal for sparking engaging discussions among peers or serving as a dynamic conclusion to your lesson. Gain access to the herbivore slides at no cost through our online shop today. Embark on a rewarding learning journey for your students! The herbivore slides can be found for free in my shop here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/herbivores-ks1-science-12623233 Included are: Carnivores 20 page PDF Omnivores 20 page PDF You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/animal-diets-carnivore-herbivore-and-omnivore-ks1-12278108

Empower your students to participate in meaningful mathematical talk and articulate their thought processes effectively. Explore our collection of thought-provoking questions designed to encourage conversation and deepen understanding in math. Each question is presented in an adorable frame, conveniently sized for individual A4 papers. Ideal for various activities such as warm-ups, number talks, collaborative thinking sessions, and plenaries, these questions prompt students to engage in discussions about their mathematical concepts and reasoning behind their answers. Enhance your classroom environment by displaying these questions around your math working wall. With the option to laminate, these resources can be utilized repeatedly, ensuring lasting utility in your lessons. Elevate mathematical communication and critical thinking skills among your students today! Included: 13 questions which can be applied to many different lessons. This resources goes well with: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-working-wall-natural-hessian-12708007

Unlock the power of problem-solving with these engaging open-ended fraction investigations. Designed to foster critical thinking for key stage 1 pupils, each investigation centers around a single, thought-provoking question, with three differentiated versions to challenge every student in your class. These investigations encourage students to explore fractions in their own way, with multiple possible answers to each question. This flexibility makes them perfect for both classroom and home learning environments, as they provide opportunities for students to think creatively, collaborate, and discover their own solutions. Whether you’re teaching in a mixed-ability classroom or supporting independent learning at home, these fraction investigations are a versatile tool for building deep understanding and confidence in fractions. Key Features: -3 open-ended fraction investigations -Differentiated for three levels of challenge -Multiple possible answers for each question -Ideal for classroom or home learning -Encourages creativity, critical thinking, and independent problem-solving Empower your students to dive into the world of fractions with these engaging, flexible investigations. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/3-open-ended-maths-measurement-investigations-length-mass-time-year-2-12067636

Here are twenty stem sentences to put around the working wall. They give pupils a clear model of how to start their sentences when speaking about their maths work, their approach and their learning. One speech bubble per A4 size paper. Laminate the speech bubbles and they can be used again and again. A super addition to a working wall. Included: 20 stem sentences each in their own speech bubble If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-working-wall-display-12351121

Cute and classic style birthday chart. One month per page. I laminate each page and use a white board marker to write the children’s names and day. For example, 5th John or 16th Samantha. Once you’ve done this you can just wipe them off at the end of the year and reuse the birthday chart again year after year. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-working-display-cute-stripes-12331850

Want a cute and purposeful ‘Growth Mindset Display’ to brighten up your reading corner? Simply print these growth mindset reading posters to display in your reading nook or class library. Included: 15 growth mindset reading posters in portrait formation on a bright and cheery striped background. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12167366

Motivate both your students and yourself with these cute and colourful growth mindset posters. They are sure to brighten an area of your classroom. Included are 16 posters in portrait formation. 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 missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/growth-mindset-questions-display-bold-colours-12364565

Want a cute and purposeful ‘Growth Mindset Display’ to brighten up your classroom? Simply print these growth mindset questions to display on a wall or bulletin board. It’s a useful element that children can use to question each other when reflecting on their work. These work great during a plenary or as questions to use as exit tickets. Included: 15 growth mindset questions in portrait formation on a bright and cheery striped background. These posters coordinate well with: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/book-corner-area-display-bright-stripes-12167366 You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/growth-mindset-motivational-posters-12360998

These common exception words word mats are perfect for the student’s tables. They’ll have easy and quick access to the high frequency words they need as they write. Words are arranged alphabetically. Laminate these common word mats and they can be used again and again. These word mats could be photocopied and stuck into books as a reference sheet for high frequency word spellings, or enlarged and displayed in your classroom. Included: 9 mats in a variety of colours 1 plain word mat You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-read-and-roll-game-year-1-12285122 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-word-flash-cards-or-display-blue-stripes-12168501

These clip cards are a great way for students to practice recognizing numbers to 10 including subitizing and in words. 55 cards are included which model various visual representations including ten frames and pictures. Each card has three possible answers. Students select the correct answer by clipping a clothespin, peg or paper clip to it. I like to laminate these cards so students can simply circle the correct answer using a dry erase marker. This works great as a tough spot activity. Alternatively, you can print these on paper to hand out to your class at the end of the lesson; pupils circle the correct answer and hand in as a great exit ticket or plenary to the lesson. You might also be interested in these other clip cards: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/one-more-and-one-less-clip-card-bundle-12558925 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/heavier-and-lighter-clip-cards-12561853

Prepare for the back-to-school season in style with our vibrant bunting set. Craft a charming classroom ambiance and warmly greet your students with this delightful addition. Easily cut out the bunting and adorn your classroom walls or elevate your bulletin boards for an irresistibly sweet display. Each flag is A4 size. Included in the set: “Welcome” bunting Two additional flags for extra flair To complement your classroom decor seamlessly, consider enhancing your setup with these coordinating items: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/book-corner-area-display-bright-stripes-12167366 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-working-wall-display-bright-stripes-12365635 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/huge-growth-mindset-display-bundle-bright-stripes-12365887

Discover the wonders of garden and wild plants with our easy-to-use knowledge organiser designed specifically for Key Stage 1 pupils. Pupils can unlock the secrets of nature with this essential teaching tool. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/parts-of-a-plant-display-12365981

This taster pack includes 3 Growth Mindset posters for display. Included is 1 portrait poster, 1 landscape poster and 1 question. More growth mindset posters are available in my shop. If you like this resource you might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/growth-mindset-poster-bundle-12361248 or https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/huge-growth-mindset-display-bundle-bright-stripes-12365887