This resource is designed to combine the fundamentals of phonics with the festive spirit of Christmas, emphasizing the letter ‘S’. It offers six activity ideas ranging from visual recognition tasks like labeling and colouring pictures to more kinaesthetic tasks such as the ‘S Snow Dance’. Planning comes together with objectives, a list of required resources, and a step-by-step approach. There are: 8 Christmas themed Colour and black and white flash cards A labelling and a writing sheet The letter S template outlines Pictures and Symbols are included. Suitable for SEND/EYFS and KS1. The resource can be used as a unit of work or stand alone activities and worksheets. Boardmaker licenced.

3 differentiated word searches for EYFS /KS1 and Send pupils. Each of the word searches has picture support and there are corresponding answer sheets included. Links to topics on Celebrations, New Year, Winter and spelling and word work in literacy.

A unit of work, complete with resources, for Key Stage 1, focusing on the theme of the four seasons using a fun heart puzzle. This unit or work is designed to be interactive and engaging, encouraging children to learn about the seasons through a combination of artistic expression, discussion, reading, writing and hands-on activities. The progression from tracing outlines, colouring and cutting to more complex tasks like vocabulary matching and personal expression caters to a range of skills and learning styles. There are 6 activities with corresponding worksheets, together with a planning sheet showing objectives, resources needed and step by stop instructions. The resource includes picture and symbols. *Boardmaker licenced. Links to Weather, Seasons, Phonics, Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening and games.

5 examples of writing frames that children can use to write their resolutions for the new year, hopes, dreams and wishes. The 6th sheet has no writing or picture so that children can make it personal to themselves. Suitable for KS1.

A worksheet for each season with a literacy link. Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter worksheets follow the same format. The alphabet runs across the top to assist with phonics, spelling and alphabetical order. The key words that correspond to the pictures are written out for each season. There are pictures to name, colour and write the initial sound next to for each season. There is space for children to write a sentence about each season using the key words to help them. Children can then write out the key words in alphabetical order in their workbook or on paper/ white board. The first page of this resource shows a worked example of the Spring sheet.

Engage KS1 children with this 10-page phonics and spelling resource! Each page features a unique set of letters linked to simple 2- or 3-letter words like to, tin, ham, jig, and pip. Children can: • Find and Link Words using pencils or markers. • Colour In Words Found or Make a Word List. • Compete in Pairs or Groups to find as many words as possible in e.g. 2 minutes (perfect with an egg timer!). Each sheet includes at least 6 words to discover. Laminate the pages for endless reuse! Bonus activity: ask children to locate specific letters, like all vowels or consonants. Perfect for fun, interactive learning sessions. A blank template is included so that children can make their own linking words or teachers can fill in the letters they are introducing or working on at a given time.

Boost language development with this comprehensive 30-page resource! Designed for KS1 and EYFS, it includes 10 engaging sets to build vocabulary, recognition, and descriptive skills.Each of the sets contains a colour silhouette sheet , a black and white sheet and a related worksheet. What’s Inside: Colour Silhouette Sheets to aid visual recognition. Black-and-White Sheets for colouring, matching and labelling. Related Worksheets for practicing language and comprehension. A 6-Lesson Planning Sheet with activity ideas for structured learning. Perfect for interactive, hands-on lessons, this resource supports language development while fostering creativity and engagement. Ideal for individual, pair, or group activities!

These six engaging worksheets for KS1 and EYFS focus on homes, phonics, and early literacy skills. Each worksheet features familiar household items (e.g., clock, iron, lamp, and toothbrush) with activities to match words to pictures, trace and overwrite words, and colour the images. Children practice phonics by identifying initial sounds and blending, while reinforcing reading, writing, speaking and listening and object recognition. Perfect for linking topics on homes with literacy.

This resource for EYFS and KS1 includes six worksheets, each focusing on one of the initial sounds: s, a, t, p, i, and n. Each worksheet features bold pictures to name and colour, helping children develop early phonics skills while reinforcing their understanding of the alphabet. Perfect for introducing and practicing key sounds in a fun, interactive way.

3 worksheets where children identify the missing vowel for each word and add this to complete the words. Each page has 12 pictures for children to complete and trace the words and colour the pictures. Boardmaker Licenced.

This literacy resource is designed for KS1 and SEND children, focusing on consonant blends with the letter ‘L’. The main objectives are to enhance phonetic recognition, improve handwriting, and support spelling skills. Symbols and images are incorporated to aid comprehension and engagement, ensuring the resource is accessible for all learners(Boardmaker Licenced). The resource includes 10 worksheets: 5 in colour and 5 in black and white. Each worksheet targets specific two-letter blends: Page 1 covers “bl” and “cl”, Page 2 focuses on “fl” and “gl”, Page 3 addresses “pl” and “sl”. Pages 4 and 5 are assessment pages, combining various blends: “pl”, “gl”, “cl”, and “fl” on Page 4, and “bl”, “sl”, “fl”, and “gl” on Page 5. Children are prompted to write words under pictures, with each word shown along the right side in dotted form for tracing.

A phonics activity based on reading, spelling and writing. There are 3 worksheets: Words with OT, words with UG and words with UN in them. Each sheet shows 8 picture symbols. Children label the pictures. They can use the provided word walls to help them. Worksheets are in colour and in black and white. Boardmaker licenced.

The phonics literacy resource for SEND and KS1 children is a tool that covers key phonics components, including individual letter sounds and blends. There is a set of 9 worksheets, each one has a focus on 6 letter sounds / blends. There are colour and black and white versions of each of worksheets, catering to different learning preferences and sensory needs. The inclusion of interactive activities such as drawing, writing, and picture sorting helps engage children, while an assessment sheet allows teachers to evaluate progress. A step by step planning sheet is included showing activity ideas, objectives, instructions and resources needed. A blank template sheet with grids, offers versatility, enabling customised instruction to meet diverse children’s needs. The inclusion of symbols, interactive tasks, and adaptability makes this resource a useful choice for developing early literacy skills in young learners, particularly those with SEND. The resource can be used as a unit of work or dipped into as required. Boardmaker licenced.

This literacy resource for Key Stage 1 focuses on consonant blends with the letter R. The main objectives are to help children identify and use consonant blends with R, to improve their handwriting, spelling, reading and to build vocabulary. Symbols and visual aids are used to support learning. Additionally, children are taught that the letter W is silent when it precedes R, as in “write” and “wrist.” The resource includes five colourful worksheets and their black-and-white counterparts, each designed to help children recognize and practice these blends. Each page targets specific blends: Page 1 covers “br” and “cr” Page 2 focuses on “dr” and “fr” Page 3 highlights “gr” and “wr” Page 4 addresses “pr” and “tr” The final page serves as an assessment, combining blends from the previous pages (“br,” “fr,” “tr,” and “gr”). Children are tasked with writing the words under their corresponding pictures. The words are displayed along the right side of each worksheet in dotted form, which children trace before writing them independently. Boardmaker licenced.

Engage your learners with this 10-sheet phonics resource designed to support CVC word building using picture symbols. A blank template for extra practice or custom words is included. Perfect for SEND and KS1 students, this resource helps children sound out letters and form words like dog, bag, fan, bug, and bib. Each sheet includes: At Least 6 CVC Words to find and create. Some more challenging words are included e.g. egg and ape. Picture symbols to aid understanding and pronunciation. Activity Ideas: Colour in Words and Pictures for added creativity. Make Lists of CVC Words for sounding out and spelling practice. Collaborate with Friends to find and write as many words as possible. Laminate the sheets for endless reuse! This resource links with phonics, speaking and listening, reading, writing, and alphabet learning, making it a versatile addition to your classroom. Boardmaker licenced.

Make rhyming fun and interactive with this 10-sheet resource! Each worksheet features symbols to help children identify and link rhyming CVC words, such as jet and net or paw and saw. What’s Included: • 10 Worksheets with 6 rhyming pairs to find per sheet. • A Blank Template for children or teachers to create custom rhyming activities. Activity Ideas: • Link Rhyming Words with a line or colour-coded markers. • Write Out Rhyming Pairs for spelling and phonics practice. • Colour the Sheets to reinforce engagement and links. • Collaborate with Friends to find and match pairs. This resource supports phonics, reading, and vocabulary development, with visual symbols to aid comprehension for SEND learners. Perfect for independent or group activities Boardmaker licenced.

This 10-sheet resource is for SEND and KS1 learners, designed to develop fine motor skills and improve pencil control. Each sheet features a variety of tracing activities, including: • Patterns such as hearts, circles, zig-zag lines, and swirls • Tracing letters of the alphabet • Tracing numbers • Fun designs like faces These sheets are ideal for building pre-writing skills, fostering focus, and boosting confidence in a fun and accessible way. Perfect for classrooms or individual practice!

This Picture Puzzle Game 3 is a versatile resource designed for EYFS and KS1 children. Also available are Game 1 and Game 2. The game encourages thinking skills, vocabulary building, and matching. It begins with a colourful discussion sheet featuring 21 pictures, prompting children to name and describe what they see. Pictures can use compound words or phrases, like combining “cup” and “cake” to form “cupcake”. Some pictures are more straightforward to make the quiz accessible to all. The second page challenges children to recall the missing images by writing or drawing their guesses. On the third page, children match written clues with pictures. They can write the numbers for each word, draw a picture or paste into. The fourth page includes pictures to cut-out which can then be sorted and pasted onto the number grid or matched to words. The final page is an answer sheet, listing all 21 picture-related words or phrases. This resource is ideal for class, group, pair, or individual activities, fostering collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking in a fun and educational way.

This Picture Puzzle Game 1 is a versatile resource designed for EYFS and KS1. It encourages the development of thinking skills, vocabulary building, and matching through a creative and interactive activity. The game begins with a colourful discussion sheet featuring 21 pictures, prompting children to name and describe what they see. Pictures can use compound words or phrases, like combining “cat” and “fish” to form “catfish.” The second page challenges children to recall and imagine the missing images by writing or drawing their guesses. On the third page, children match written clues with pictures. They can write the numbers for each word, draw a picture or paste into. For a hands-on element, the fourth page includes pictures to cut-out which can then be sorted and pasted onto the number grid or matched to words. (Duplicate and laminate for reusable matching games). The final page serves as an answer sheet, listing all 21 picture-related words or phrases. This resource is ideal for class, group, pair, or individual activities, fostering collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking in a fun and educational way.

This activity for KS1 teachers is designed to develop children’s vocabulary, speaking and listening, phonics, writing, and teamwork skills while linking to the theme of school life. On Page 1, children engage with a doodle-style colouring sheet featuring over 50 school-related items, such as pencils, backpack, books, ruler and scissors. They are tasked with finding, naming, and discussing each item before colouring them in, enhancing observation. Page 2 encourages phonics and alphabetical awareness as children complete a template by finding a school-related word for each letter of the alphabet, such as A for “abacus” and B for “blackboard.” Finally, Page 3 introduces a competitive element, where children work alone, in pairs, or in groups to generate as many school-related words as possible within a set time limit. Roles like “seekers” and “scribe” promote collaboration, while discussing and categorizing the words afterward strengthens their understanding. These activities link with English Language Learning: School topics.