This fully editable PowerPoint has been designed to help schools celebrate WBD 2026 with an engaging, inclusive and inspiring assembly or lesson. Perfect for primary or lower secondary settings, it introduces pupils to the joy of reading, the purpose of WBD, and the power stories have to spark imagination and build confidence. The presentation includes: A clear introduction to WBD 2026 and why it’s celebrated Age‑friendly explanations of how reading supports wellbeing, creativity and learning Interactive discussion prompts to get pupils talking about their favourite books and characters Spotlight sections on different genres and global storytelling traditions Creative challenges to inspire pupils to read, write or share stories Reflection questions to build enthusiasm, curiosity and a love of reading Bright, student‑friendly visuals to support engagement and accessibility Ideal for assemblies, English lessons or tutor‑time activities, this resource helps pupils connect with books in a meaningful, enjoyable way and encourages a whole‑school celebration of reading.

Fun matching activity. Match the missing character from 10 popular children’s book covers. Comes as a cut & stick sheet and a large scale cut version to cut and laminate. Large scale version comes with and without book title to differentiate.

Start Listening A and B are excellent for those pupils with poor auditory and concentration skills. The differentiated tasks suit a range of abilities. The activities are carefully structured, enabling those who find listening difficult to develop their confidence and listening skills. This book involves colouring and drawing to instruction, and identifying whether or not sentences are reasonable. A further book is available: book B uses sentences and stories to focus on auditory memory. Previously sold through Easylearn.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Story Map- Simple pictures taken from the book to help sequencing of the story when writing.

Stories to improve sequencing and text comprehension, each with a three-part text to put in order. Each story has two versions: one with simpler text and more limited vocabulary, which is useful for less-confident readers. Suitable for KS1 plus older pupils with less-developed literacy skills. Previously available through Easylearn. Two more books available.

Story Openings: Narrative Writing is an engaging, single-lesson introduction to what makes a great story opening in narrative fiction. The lesson can be taught as a stand-alone lesson or integrated as part of a unit of work on narrative writing. It is intended for use in a Secondary School English lesson, for a KS3 audience (11-14 year-olds), but it could also be used at KS2. The lesson includes: A quiz of well-known children’s book openings Tips on how to create effective story openings Activities to help pupils practise the techniques in the ppt Main Creative Writing activity and plenary The 20-slide ppt is easy to follow with all answers provided.

Stories to improve sequencing and text comprehension, each with a five-part text to put in order. Each story has two versions: one with simpler text and more limited vocabulary, which is useful for less-confident readers. Suitable for KS2 plus older pupils with less-developed literacy skills. Previously available through Easylearn. Two more books available.

The pack includes: DISPLAY Display banner Display border Story words Large lettering- Large A-Z letters in lower and upper case with a leaf decoration- great for larger display titles or to create a different alphabet line Large pictures- Large coloured pictures of the animals in the story, leaves and plants and different bugs to help you create a great display Word and picture cards- cards with the name and picture of each of the animals in the story LITERACY Word mat- An A4 word mat with words and pictures relating to the story Speech bubble worksheets- various worksheets to write what the different animals are saying Writing paper- various writing sheets with themed borders to use for work about the story or to add to the writing area Alphabet line Acrostic poems Guess the animal cards- read the clues and match to the correct animal from the story Worksheets- Various worksheets about the story and animals including matching the animal to the clue, initial sounds, cut and stick animal names etc My jungle day Describe your mum- A worksheet to draw and describe your own mum Favourite part- draw and write about your favourite part of the story NUMERACY Number line Size ordering- order the caterpillars and snakes in length order Roll-a-die game- roll a die and collect the part of your animal Colour by numbers Symmetry Counting worksheets- Count the animals worksheets with numbers 1-3, 1-5 and 1-10 Addition- an alternative colour by numbers sheets where children find the answer and colour the part of the butterfly Missing numbers- fill in the missing numbers on the caterpillars ART AND CRAFT Animal puppets Animal masks Draw a jungle scene- draw your own jungle and the animals in it Colouring Jigsaw puzzle- design your own jigsaw puzzle and then cut out the pieces Poems and rhymes- a collection of decorated cards with rhymes and poems about jungle animals Tracing UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD Animal photos- lovely colour photos to print out and add to a display Jungle photos Animal fact cards Butterfly life cycle pictures Life cycle worksheets- various worksheets about the life cycle of a butterfly Power Point STORY TELLING Story sack tag Coloured puppets Coloured face masks Sequence cards Please note: The art work used in these resources has been produced by ourselves. It is not associated with, or endorsed by the authors or publishers of the story, or any related stories or products.

This social story helps children understand the importance of respecting personal boundaries and appropriate touch. It explains gently what private parts are and why it’s important not to touch others in ways that may feel uncomfortable. It also shares examples of positive and friendly touches that are okay. Ideal for parents, teachers, and caregivers, this story helps children learn about appropriate touch in a simple, clear way, encouraging respect and kindness in their interactions with others. What’s Inside? Along with a 18-page social story, there’s also a shorter, adapted version with movable pictures to help engage children on each page. Why Is This Social Story Helpful? Social stories use a gentle and reassuring tone to teach children about social situations in a way that’s easy to understand. They are particularly useful for: • Children who struggle to grasp social concepts. • Learning social skills, social cues, and appropriate responses. • Providing guidance on expectations, emotions, and problem-solving. • Supporting autistic children who may find social interactions challenging and benefit from clear, structured explanations. How to Use This Story Effectively • Create a focused environment – Read the story in a quiet space with minimal distractions. • Read it regularly – Start by reading it twice, then revisit it often to reinforce learning. • Incorporate it into daily routines – Use the story as part of a structured schedule. • Use it when needed – If the child struggles with apologising, read the story at relevant moments (without making it feel like a punishment). • Encourage and praise – Keep the experience positive, reinforcing good behavior with encouragement. Durability & Reusability For long-term use, consider laminating and binding the pages or placing them in a display book. This allows for repeated reading and reinforcement, making the lesson more effective over time.

Story sequencing based on the book The Owl Who Was Afraid Of The Dark by Jill Tomlinson. Page 1 - Pictures for sequencing. Page 2 - Pictures and text for sequencing. Page 3 - Draw the picture to match the text.

15 ‘My little Books’- designs to support children’s writing and story telling skills. Traditional Tales *Little Red Riding Hood *The Three Little Pigs *Goldilocks and the Three Bears *Jack and the Beanstalk *The Gingerbread Man *The Three Billy Goats Gruff Fairytales *Open ended with different characters and objects to inspire children to create their own stories. A mixture of books with coloured images and plain for children`s own ideas. These little books are perfect for little hands and to put around different provision areas in your classroom. Print off on A4 and fold in half and half again. Space to write on lines. See classroom photos using my resources @inspireplaycreate_eyfs

In “The Magical Starlight Forest,” a curious child stumbles into a glowing forest where stars grow on trees and secrets of nature whisper through the air. This enchanting storybook invites readers into a magical realm filled with wonder, adventure, and life lessons. The tale begins with a young protagonist—brave, imaginative, and kind-hearted—who accidentally discovers a hidden path leading into the mysterious Starlight Forest. Unlike any forest they’ve ever seen, this one glows at night, as stars dangle from tree branches like fruit, lighting up the path ahead. Within this forest, animals talk, trees have memories, and each star holds a unique story from the past, present, or future. Guided by a wise old owl named Orion, the child learns about the importance of listening, protecting nature, believing in oneself, and embracing curiosity. As the story unfolds, the child faces challenges: helping a lonely star find its way home, solving a riddle to open the Moon Gate, and standing up to the Shadow of Doubt that threatens the harmony of the forest. Through courage and compassion, the child not only saves the forest but discovers their own inner light. “The Magical Starlight Forest” is more than just a bedtime story. It’s a journey into imagination, mindfulness, and the magic that lies within every child. Perfect for children aged 6–10, this beautifully illustrated book nurtures emotional intelligence, environmental awareness, and the spirit of adventure. Whether read aloud or enjoyed independently, this story promises to captivate young hearts and leave them with the belief that even the smallest star can shine brightly in the darkest sky.

Story maps for retelling the story of Easter. Excellent for assisting children with communication and language skills and for use as a prompt for writing. A great resource for Talk for Writing lessons. Suitable for Early Years and Key Stage 1. 2 versions included - one featuring the main parts of the story and one allowing for more detail. Story maps are included in both colour and black and white. Use alongside the Easter Story PowerPoint The Easter Story PowerPoint - simple version The Easter Story PowerPoint - more detailed version Other Fairydoesit! Easter resources available. The Easter Story Colouring Sheets The Easter Story - Retell the Story Picture Cards The Easter Story Word Mats The Easter Story Writing Sheets The Easter Story Writing Booklets Check out more resources at Fairy does it! Teaching Resources

Stories to improve sequencing and text comprehension, each with a four-part text to put in order. Each story has two versions: one with simpler text and more limited vocabulary, which is useful for less-confident readers. Suitable for KS1-mid KS2 plus older pupils with less-developed literacy skills. Previously available through Easylearn. Two more books available.

This unit simplifies the writing unit plan. Key focus: Traditional story features Deliberate adjective choice (Positive and negative) Conjunctions (but,because, however) Subordination Speech Adverbials onomatopoeia Similes Repetition for effect 9 lessons for writing 5 lessons for an independent sequence. Included is a full set of slides to teach from and a planning document. The most important image from the text are included on the slides (although having a full copy of the book is needed).

Widget friendly story Free printable activities pack (this has not been created by me- this is free to download- Just handy to have together).

6 books per term for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2- list of books under headings.

This story centres on the Clayton household where Roger, Debbie Clayton’s nephew, is wasting energy wthout a thought for who pays. Children will explore how energy is used in the home and discover simple strategies to conserve energy. Children will plan individual actions to reduce energy waste around the home and the school environment and work collectively to create an energy-saving action plan for the class or whole school.

A fun story for young children about a duck who is learning about the similarities and differences between him and other birds. Great for provoking conversations about how we are all different as well as helping to identify common birds.

6 story book characters to colour, label and use to help with story writing.

Bungling Bert on Board the Pirate Ship An engaging story in six, short chapters suitable for whole class, group and individual reading with additional FREE resources for follow up activities. Stories are approx 15 minutes long. This is the PDF version of the narrated PowerPoint. Bert is a lovable rogue who gets up to mischief, always wanting something for nothing! He is closely watched by PC Percy and his dog, Buster. FREE resources for follow up activities: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/book-cover-design-bb-pirate-activity-12278716 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/bungling-bert-pshe-citizenship-being-responsible-12033385 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/bungling-bert-pirate-comprehension-card-11890610 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/bungling-bert-pirate-ship-answer-card-11890617 Great as a creative writing stimulus, a fun story in itself, or used in conjunction with the comprehension cards for more in depth sessions. One in a series of four e Bert books, all with follow up resources.