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Teaching and Learning Resources for Early Learners and KS1

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Looking for something fresh and original to ignite your classroom? Dive into a treasure trove of resources designed to captivate and inspire KS1 children. Plus, explore engaging materials for Key Stage 2 and tailored resources for SEND learners. From Phonics to Speaking & Listening, Reading & Writing activities, Maths, PSHE and a variety of exciting topic-based resources, you’ll find everything you need to create new lessons that stand out.

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Looking for something fresh and original to ignite your classroom? Dive into a treasure trove of resources designed to captivate and inspire KS1 children. Plus, explore engaging materials for Key Stage 2 and tailored resources for SEND learners. From Phonics to Speaking & Listening, Reading & Writing activities, Maths, PSHE and a variety of exciting topic-based resources, you’ll find everything you need to create new lessons that stand out.
Count and Colour to 12 this Christmas
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Count and Colour to 12 this Christmas

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A set of colour posters showing Christmas pictures for children to count from 1 snowman to 12 Santa hats. There is a corresponding black and white picture to go with each colour one for children to colour in using their own colours or copying the colours shown. There are 12 pages in this resources with each one showing 2 pictures - the colour and black and white. Pictures can be matched, sorted and ordered. Once cut and coloured, laminate and make a lovely classroom number banner for Christmas.
Sort and Count to 10 at Christmas
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Sort and Count to 10 at Christmas

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A data handling based fun set of 3 worksheets where children sort and count Santas, Snowmen and Reindeer. They can write the numbers in the boxes provided. One to save for Christmas!
Christmas Animal Matching Card Game
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Christmas Animal Matching Card Game

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A fun festive treat for young children to get them in the mood for Christmas. The activity requires careful observation skills. There are 18 pictures of animals all wearing a different Christmas hat. There are also 18 hat pictures for children to match up to the animals. You could use the activity like a lotto game where 3 children each have a board showing 6 animals in their hats. They would then try to match up the correct hats with the correct animal. Alternatively, duplicate the animal pictures, laminate and cut out for matching games. The final sheet of the resource shows all 18 animals - this can be used for matching the animal pictures, for inspiration for making posters or Christmas cards or for speaking and listening activities. Extend the activity by asking the children to design and make a Christmas hat for themselves or for an animal of their choice.
Christmas Jumper Matching Cards and Designs
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Christmas Jumper Matching Cards and Designs

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18 design ideas to stimulate children’s imagination for making their own designs. There is a blank template included with 6 sweaters / jumpers in black and white. For matching games, duplicate the cards, cut and laminate and children can find ones the same. Alternately, children can colour in the jumpers before photocopying and making into matching cards. Encourages close observation and speaking and listening.
Colour by Numbers at Christmas Time
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Colour by Numbers at Christmas Time

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5 worksheets each with a different design for Christmas number and colouring fun - an elf with a wreath, a Christmas tree, a snowman, a funny skater and a gingerbread man. Children colour the pictures using the colour and number code to help them. Numbers are from 1 to 12.
Christmas Countdown with Symbols
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Christmas Countdown with Symbols

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*Licenced to use, produce and sell resources using Boardmaker symbols. An activity linked to your topic on Christmas / Celebrations and linked to Number / Time. Page 1 shows a colour symbol for each of the 25 days leading up to Christmas. These can be cut out and ordered or pasted onto one of the 5 number templates. Each template is a different colour or there is a black and white version. Page 2 is a black and white version of the 25 symbols shown on page 1.
Christmas Pairs Game EYFS
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Christmas Pairs Game EYFS

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A card game for children to cut out and make. Games include Snap, Pairs, or Sorting games. Children can find pairs, or sets of 3 matching cards. They can use the outline colours of green or red to help them as needed. There are 9 pages of cards to cut out with 3 of each of 2 designs on each one e.g 3 Santas and 3 Santa’s sacks. Each individual sheet could also be used as a worksheet where children cut and match / make sets of 3 Christmas pictures. Laminate the cards for durability and for use next Christmas too! The final page is a template for children to add their own Christmas pictures to.
Christmas Shape Sorting Sheets for KS1
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Christmas Shape Sorting Sheets for KS1

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6 black and white worksheets where children can sort shapes. 3 sheets have Christmas pictures included and 3 are 2D shapes. There is a colour answer sheet for each of the 6 sheets. Links with shape, number, celebrations and Christmas.
Christmas Snap Game EYFS and KS1
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Christmas Snap Game EYFS and KS1

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A simple snap game for Christmas activity week. Cut out the colour pictures and laminate for durability. Children can play pairs or snap games. There are 3 pages with 6 pairs of cards on each one.
Colour and Count to 10 at Christmas
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Colour and Count to 10 at Christmas

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*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. A resource for children learning to count to 10, or consolidate their numbers to 10 using symbols to support them. There are 5 worksheets. Add the numbers into the boxes for children to count and then colour in e.g. add 5 to the bells and children then count and colour in 5 bells.
Heavier or Lighter Christmas Comparing
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Heavier or Lighter Christmas Comparing

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*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. A Christmas activity linked to maths - comparing and encouraging use of language such as heavy, heavier, light, lighter. There are a set of 24 symbols connected to Christmas / Winter. Each picture is numbered 1 - 24. The second sheet is a template for the children to write which symbol in each square is heavier or lighter. The first one is done for them. Cut and laminate the cards for stand alone speaking and listening activities.
Christmas Calendar Classroom Display
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Christmas Calendar Classroom Display

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This resource makes a great classroom display or hang around the room or hall for bunting. There is a card for each of the days in December, each displaying a Christmas picture. Link to maths where children can order the numbers from 1 to 25 or 25 to 1. Duplicate and children can match the cards. Link to speaking and listening and children can try to recall and describe what picture goes with which number. Enlarge and use in an assembly or Christmas production. There is a blank template included that the teacher can photocopy/print out for each child. Children can then design their own cards and make a collection for a class display.
Winter, Count, Cut, Match, Order 1 to 10
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Winter, Count, Cut, Match, Order 1 to 10

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This resource consists of two worksheets, each focusing on Winter. The first worksheet covers numbers 1 to 5, the second covers numbers 6 to 10.Sheet 3 is a blank template that can be used in a variety of ways. Each worksheet includes black and white pictures of things you might see in winter, such as scarves, snowmen, reindeer, jackets and boots. Children count the objects and cut out the pictures. They can colour in the pictures. There are matching number cards for each winter picture. Children can write the corresponding number, trace the numeral, and then match these cards to the winter pictures on the worksheets. There are also cards displaying the names of the objects. Children can practice their writing skills, cut out the words, and match them to the appropriate pictures. The resource also includes a blank template, allowing children to get creative by drawing their own winter pictures or pasting winter pictures in sequence. Links Winter and Number with Reading and Writing.
12 Months Matching with Symbols SEND
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12 Months Matching with Symbols SEND

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An activity linked to numbers to 12, months of the year and handwriting. Children can cut out the colour cards showing numbers 1 to 12, the months of the year and a picture for each month. They can match these and sequence. The fourth sheet is black and white and gives children the opportunity to consolidate their learning and to trace over the months of the year. Boardmaker licenced. Cut and laminate for matching games.
Missing Number Snakes from 1 to 30
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Missing Number Snakes from 1 to 30

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Children fill in the missing numbers on these snakes. Odd numbers and even numbers to 15 and numbers from 15 to 1. Numbers up to 30. Colour and black and white versions of this resource are included. Blank templates are also included for you to write your own number sequences in.
Let's Make Addition and Subtraction Sums
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Let's Make Addition and Subtraction Sums

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Turn addition and subtraction into a fun hands-on activity with this resource. There are 10 cards: • 5 Addition Cards (within 12) and 5 Subtraction Cards (within 10). • A Blank Template for children or teachers to create custom sums. Children write a list of sums they find on each sheet, solve them, and ensure they correctly distinguish between the addition and subtraction symbols. Example links include addition sums like 6 + 2, and subtraction sums like 4 - 3, with at least 6 possible sums per card. Children could also colour in pairs of linked numbers that create sums. Interactive Ideas: • Work in pairs or groups to solve sums collaboratively. • Laminate the cards for reuse and encourage friendly competitions! This resource combines problem-solving and teamwork, making maths fun and engaging.
Block Building Copy and Create Cards
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Block Building Copy and Create Cards

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This resource features 6 pages with colour block patterns for children to replicate using their own blocks. Starting with 3-block patterns on Page 1 and advancing to 10-block patterns on Page 6, the resource helps develop counting, number recognition, spatial awareness, and fine motor skills. There are 6 cards on each page. The coloured patterns encourage children to identify and replicate sequences, promoting shape and space understanding. Ideal for individual, paired, or group activities, it provides a hands-on way to support maths skills, creativity, and problem-solving with no additional resources required. Cut and laminate the cards for reuse and versatility. Add them to your number table or shape displays.
10 2D Shape Creation Worksheets EYFS KS1
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10 2D Shape Creation Worksheets EYFS KS1

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This 10-page resource features 2D shape patterns designed to engage young learners. Each page presents a unique arrangement of shapes, such as circles, squares, triangles, and more, for children to colour in. They can choose to: • Colour by shape (e.g., all circles yellow, all squares green) • Create patterns (e.g., red, blue, green; red, blue, green) Three pre-coloured examples are included to inspire creativity and provide guidance. This resource supports learning in shape, space, and colour, while encouraging thinking skills, pattern recognition, and decision-making. Suitable for EYFS and KS1! Great homework sheets, wet play sheets and useful for early finishers in Maths.