Teaching and Learning Resources for Early Learners and KS1
Average Rating3.49
(based on 3612 reviews)
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.
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.
A complete set of ‘handy’ number flashcards from 0 to 20.
There are matching number word cards and numerals of the same colour.
Suitable for SEND pupils and primary / nursery.
Print, cut and laminate for a handy, portable little resource that you can reuse.
3 tracing sheets to develop fine motor control and letter and number formation.
Each sheet shows 9 different fonts for children to trace over.
Sheet 1 - Capital letters A to Z
Sheet 2 - Lower case letters A to Z
Sheet 3 - Number 1 to 10
7 tracing worksheets to share with your class to increase their fine motor control or to use for assessment of their progress.
Sheets 1 and 2 are numbers 0 to 10.
Sheets 3 to 7 are letters of the alphabet from A to Z as well as the alphabet in lower and upper case on sheet 7.
This Cross Curricular resource is designed to support teaching and learning about the number 5 in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) at Key Stage 1 (KS1) and for SEND children. (Boardmaker Licenced).
The resource consists of 10 pages, featuring 120 different activities aimed at engaging learners while reinforcing the concept of the number 5.
Examples of activities include action rhymes such as “4 Currant Buns” and “5 Fat Sausages;” putting on a 5-minute show for Year 5; collecting 5 stars to earn rewards; and cutting out 5 shapes and arranging them in order of size.
Activities span various subject areas, including maths, literacy, art, physical education, music and more, providing a well-rounded approach to learning about the number 5. From relay races and surveys to weather charts, there’s something for every classroom and every child.
Dip into the resource for ideas when teaching number 5 or use as a unit of work. Alternatively, children could work in pairs, choose a sheet, and carry out all of the activities on it.
A collection of activities to support children learning about the number 4. There are 10 pages showing 120 different ways to encourage number work and creativity. Suitable for EYFS/KS1 and SEND children.
Examples are:
Draw a Monster with 4 Arms: Encourage children to use their creativity to draw a monster with four arms. This activity reinforces the concept of the number 4 but also allows children to explore their imagination.
Paint a Rainbow with 4 Colours: Provide children with paint and ask them to paint a rainbow using only four colours. This activity helps reinforce the concept of the number 4 while also exploring colour mixing and creativity.
Make 4 Pipe Cleaner Dogs: Using pipe cleaners, children can create four dog figures. This activity involves counting out the pipe cleaners and following instructions to make each dog, reinforcing the concept of the number 4 through hands-on crafting.
Finger Painting with 4 Colours: Set up a finger-painting station with four different colours of paint. Children can use their fingers to create artwork while exploring the concept of the number 4 and mixing colours.
Find All the 4s in a Deck of Cards: Provide children with a deck of cards and ask them to find and count all the cards with the number 4 on them. This activity helps reinforce number recognition and counting skills.
Survey Who Was Born in April (4th Month of the Year): Conduct a survey among the children to find out who was born in April, the fourth month of the year. This activity introduces data handling, the concept of months and their order in the calendar while focusing on the number 4.
Practice 4 Kids Yoga Moves: Teach children four different yoga poses or movements and practice them together. This activity promotes physical activity while reinforcing the concept of the number 4.
Count Out 4 Coins: Provide children with a selection of coins and ask them to count out four coins (and add). This hands-on activity helps reinforce counting skills and introduces the concept of money.
The resource is in colour and contains pictures and symbols (Boardmaker licenced). Dip in an out when you are looking for inspiration, or use as a unit of work.
Engage young learners in improving number recognition and writing skills with this SEND-friendly tracing activity. Each page focuses on a single number (0–10), featuring: Numbers for tracing.
Fun characters on each page to spark interest.
A blank bottle is included as a template for teachers or children.
Perfect for EYFS and KS1 learners, including those with special educational needs, to practice handwriting and build confidence in numbers.
Cut out and laminate the number bottles for reuse and durability. They make a great addition to the number or writing corner too.
A counting and speaking and listening resource.
Links with number and Animal topics.
A set of posters or slides that can be shown on the Smart Board.
Each slide shows photos of different animals and these go up to the number 10.
Great for speaking and listening and for children who identify with photos before going on to pictures.
3 worksheets where children say the initial sound of the animal and trace it, colour the animal. Then they can read and write the sentence.
Each page shows 9 animals.
Supports children with letter formation and fine motor control.
Links to phonics work.
A resource to encourage children to think about festivals and celebrations and talk about them. The cards could be cut out and added to a child’s communication board.
Sheet 1 shows 16 festivals and celebrations with words along the side and added above the pictures. Children could colour in the pictures.
Sheet 2 shows the same resource but without pictures. Children can draw in their own pictures or write the words.
Sheet 3 has no words or pictures and is a useful template. This could be used for anything from animals they know to people that help us.
Laminate to make a useful writing mat with key words.
5 worksheets that are differentiated with an animal theme.
Each animal begins with a sound in the word ‘Animals’ itself.
Links to reading, phonics, writing and any animal topic.
Worksheets:
Sheet 1 shows 12 colour pictures of animals with words to trace underneath.
A poster for children to colour in showing the 12 animals.
Shows black and white pictures with space for children to write the words.
Shows black and white pictures with words to trace underneath.
Shows boxes for children to draw the animals into or to paste pictures ( they can use the ones on sheet 1) into.
3 worksheets linked to sorting animals and plants.
Links with Science and Maths.
Symbols support learning for SEND, EYFS and KS1.
Boardmaker licenced resource.
Sheet 1
Children can colour and cut the symbol cards and sort them into the 2 categories of animals and plants.
They can write or draw in the boxes to make lists of each set.
Sheet 2
For more able readers, children can underline animals in red and plants in green.
Sheet 3
Children either write or draw to complete the pictures.
This resource features two original engaging poems, each highlighting 10 different animals with simple “dos” and “don’t” phrases to teach children the importance of being gentle and kind to animals.
Examples include “Don’t bother the butterflies, let them fly high,” and “Do smile at the sparrows as they soar by.”
Each poetry sheet includes animal symbols for children to colour and identify, enhancing their understanding and connection to the animals.
The set also comes with a colouring sheet displaying the animals, and both colour and black-and-white flashcards for children to cut, colour, and match.
The flashcards can be used as worksheets or cut out, laminated, and used for matching games.
Additionally, there is a blank sheet where children can create their own simple version of the poem, encouraging creativity and reinforcing lessons about kindness to animals.
A collection of colour symbols related to special days / events and festivals /celebrations.
There are 2 pages, each showing 18 flashcards.
The pages are duplicated with the flashcards appearing in a shuffled order.
Children can talk about the symbols, sort them, order them and match.
Cut out and laminate for sorting, matching and displays.
Boardmaker licenced.
5 worksheets where children can match the animal symbols. They can draw a line to the matching symbol or colour, cut out the pictures and match. They can then trace over the names of the animals improving handwriting skills.
Boardmaker Licenced.
Suitable for SEND children, EYFS and KS1.
This set of 10 worksheets supports fine motor development and early pencil control skills.
Children trace over yellow guidelines to complete simple insects/animals and plant illustrations before colouring them in.
Ideal for EYFS, KS1, and SEND learners, these sheets encourage hand-eye coordination, pre-writing confidence, and creativity.
Perfect for independent work, morning activities, homework, or fine motor intervention sessions.
Laminate the resources for reuse in the writing corner with dry markers.
Links with topics on Animals, Insects, Spring as well as Handwriting.
This PowerPoint supports early learners in recognising fruits and vegetables through real-life images, counting activities, and letter recognition.
All the resources you need for a lesson - just add pencils and crayons.
The 20-slide presentation highlights initial letters on each page (e.g., ‘L’ for Lemon and ‘P’ for Pineapple) and encourages counting up to 13.
Key Features:
• 20-slide PowerPoint with images of fruit and vegetables.
• Letter & Counting Activities – Identify letters and count items.
• Recording Sheet – (Laminate for reuse) - children tick and/or write numbers.
• Pair or Individual Work – Encourages collaboration or independent learning.
• Colouring Sheet – Labelled images for reading and colouring.
• Boardmaker Symbols – Enhances accessibility for SEND learners.
Learning Objectives:
Name and recognise fruits & vegetables increasing vocabulary.
Identify initial letters for literacy/phonics development.
Count and record numbers up to 13.
Encourage speaking & listening in class or group activities.
Support SEND learners with visual aids.
This multi-sensory resource engages children through seeing, saying, counting, writing, and colouring.
Suitable for EYFS / SEND and KS1 learners.
Boardmaker licenced.
Activity sheets to improve fine motor control.
Children can use any media to follow these patterns such as felt pens, paint or pencils.
11 designs of Easter Eggs with handwriting patterns within them.
2 pages of 5 Eggs in a smaller version.
Suitable for children with specific learning difficulties, Nursery and KS1.