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Experienced KS1 and KS2 teacher currently teaching in Year Six. Specialist Leader for Mathematics across three Local Authorities. All resources have been tried and tested. I'm open to suggestions and requests and aim to help anyone who requires it. Please leave feedback and rate my resources.

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Experienced KS1 and KS2 teacher currently teaching in Year Six. Specialist Leader for Mathematics across three Local Authorities. All resources have been tried and tested. I'm open to suggestions and requests and aim to help anyone who requires it. Please leave feedback and rate my resources.
KS2 SATs GPS / SPAG Prep worksheet/assessment bundle
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KS2 SATs GPS / SPAG Prep worksheet/assessment bundle

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Four differentiated worksheets that will help children develop their knowledge of GPS (SPAG), ready for the KS2 assessments. All have been tried and tested. Set up to challenge children who are working towards, working at the expected standard and even aiming for greater depth.
Treason - Whole class guided reading
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Treason - Whole class guided reading

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This resource is intended to be used to help teach the skills of the KS2 National Curriculum for Reading, by domain. Included: • Comprehension questions for the first fourteen chapters of the book. • A teaching PowerPoint with an introduction to the author, their other works and copies of the questions. This resource works best if the chapter is read, talked about and discussed in one day, then comprehension questions are given the day after. This resource has been used with both Year Five and Year Six classes to great effect and has boosted their reading skills and their comprehension scores.
Millionaire Quiz! (Fractions, Decimals and Percentages Edition)
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Millionaire Quiz! (Fractions, Decimals and Percentages Edition)

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This fully interactive high-quality gameshow features all the drama of the Who Wants to be a millionaire TV show. Ideal for revision, assessment or purely for fun, this fully interactive game features increasingly challenging questions including: Equivalencies Word problems Adding and subtracting fractions Expressing answers in their simplest form …and more! Each possible answer is linked to either a pass or fail screen indicating the amount of money ‘won’. A free trial of my best-in-class version is available here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/millionaire-quiz-free-trial-edition-11697409 Please see my shop for other gameshows, worksheets, activities and time-saving ideas. All feedback is welcome so please do comment and rate. N.B The original logos for Who Wants to be a Millionaire are property of Sony Pictures Television. For this reason they have not been included, but a similar non-trademarked version has. The music is also not copyrighted.
Millionaire Quiz! (States of Matter - Solids, Liquids and Gases)
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Millionaire Quiz! (States of Matter - Solids, Liquids and Gases)

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Perfect for revising, assessment or purely for fun, this fully interactive game features increasingly challenging questions including: Features of solids, liquids and gases Evaporation and condensation Behaviour of particles Changes in energy …and more! This fully interactive high-quality gameshow features all the drama of the TV show. Each possible answer is linked to either a pass or fail screen indicating the amount of money ‘won’. A free trial of my best-in-class version is available here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/millionaire-quiz-free-trial-edition-11697409 Please see my shop for other gameshows, worksheets, activities and time-saving ideas. All feedback is welcome so please do comment and rate. N.B The original logos for Who Wants to be a Millionaire are property of Sony Pictures Television. For this reason they have not been included, but a similar non-trademarked version has.
KS2  2018 SATs Maths Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis (QLA)
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KS2 2018 SATs Maths Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis (QLA)

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These are excel spreadsheets Gap Analysis documents for the May 2018 Year Six SATs Papers for Maths (Arithmetic, Reasoning 1 and Reasoning 2). The sheet totals up the scores automatically and each child’s final score changes colour to reflect their ability. If their total score for a subject goes green, it means they would have passed the 2018 SATs with that score. If it goes Purple with a white font, it means that child would have achieved a ‘More Able’ score for that tested subject. I have also included an instructions and document page, linking to a freely available copy of each test, mark scheme and instructions. Additionally, I have included a link to the conversion tables from RAW Score to Scaled Score. All a teacher has to do is enter their children’s names and enter the 0’s, 1’s, 2’s or 3’s for each question, which also change colour too for a visual reference. I recommend that a teacher should enter ‘N’ if a child did not attempt that question. This gives an idea of who is not even attempting certain questions, not just whether they got the question wrong. The sheets are set up for 30 or 90 pupils but more can be added/deleted and instructions are on the first page/sheet. Some cells are locked/protected in this document but the parts that you need to insert yourself are editable. This is so that the formulas/algorithms do not break and render the spreadsheet’s functionalities as broken. This password will not be given out, but I am more than happy to make adaptations or changes for you, provided you show proof of purchase. All of my contact details are in the resource. I take requests for Gap Analysis Grids. Please leave feedback if you like this resource as I am planning to produce more for each SATs paper going forward, as well as CGP Practice Papers. Please remember to rate this resource as I made this to save teachers time. Thank-you.
Complete Non-chronological Report teaching sequence (UKS2 / KS3)
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Complete Non-chronological Report teaching sequence (UKS2 / KS3)

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A complete teaching sequence for teaching children how to write a high-quality non-chronological report. Included are: Two high-quality end of KS2 standard non-chronological report to use as an example and reference. A Planning proforma. A whole PowerPoint teaching sequence that has activities, probing questions and learning opportunities related to: What is a non-chronological report? Analysis of the text type. The structure of a non-chronological report Research and fact-checking. Planning Writing a high-quality introduction Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling (The passive voice, Fronted adverbials, Past tense verbs, Punctuation for Parenthesis) Writing for effect Editing and redrafting Responding to feedback Celebrating success Designed to save you hours and raise attainment, this is an excellent resource to get the best out of your whole cohort.
Complete Diary Entry teaching sequence (UKS2 / KS3)
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Complete Diary Entry teaching sequence (UKS2 / KS3)

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A highly-detailed and complete teaching sequence for teaching children how to write a high-quality diary entry. Included are: Two high-quality end of KS2 standard diary texts to use as an example and reference. A Planning proforma. A whole PowerPoint teaching sequence that has activities, probing questions and learning opportunities related to: What is a diary text? Analysis of the text type. Comparing two diaries (activity included!) The structure of a diary text Planning Writing a high-quality introduction Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling (First person pronouns, The passive voice, Fronted adverbials, Past tense verbs, Punctuation for Parenthesis) Writing for effect (Emotive language, sentence structure) Editing and redrafting Responding to feedback Celebrating success Designed to save you hours and raise attainment, this is an excellent resource to get the best out of your whole cohort.
Compare diary entries (KS2)
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Compare diary entries (KS2)

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Two diary entries based on the same event (visiting the new school wildlife/garden area) One is basically written with very little attempt at adding detail, high-level punctuation and complex sentences. The other is of end of KS2 Standard. I used this activity to get the children to realize that as teachers, we see pieces of text about the same event but the quality of the texts varies drastically. Which would they rather be writing? Which would I rather be reading? Why? Explain why one is better than the other. Files are uploaded as Publisher, PDF and Word.
Millionaire Quiz! (Circulatory System / The Heart)
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Millionaire Quiz! (Circulatory System / The Heart)

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This fully-interactive gameshow quiz with working 50/50 lifelines is a sure way to make learning and assessment fun! There are 15 questions, testing children's understanding of: - The stucture of the heart - Gases that are exchanged during the cardiac cycle. - Famous Cardiac Doctors - Interesting facts about the heart - ... and more! Please leave feedback or send me suggestions in the comments. N.B The original logos for Who Wants to be a Millionaire are property of Sony Pictures Television. For this reason they have not been included, but a similar non-trademarked version has.
Millionaire Quiz! (e-Safety/Safer Internet Day)
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Millionaire Quiz! (e-Safety/Safer Internet Day)

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Featuring functional correct/wrong screens and 50/50 lifelines, this is perfect for assessment, Safer Internet day or parent workshops, this new and improved interactive gameshow is an entertaining way to teach groups about online safety. There are 15 questions, testing children's knowledge of: - Vital e-Safety organisations - Definitions of key terms - Steps children can take to remain safe online - Shocking statistics ...and more! Fantastic for Safer Internet Day but equally good for any e-Safety lesson. N.B The original logos for Who Wants to be a Millionaire are property of Sony Pictures Television. For this reason they have not been included, but a similar non-trademarked version has. Please see my shop for other gameshows, worksheets, activities and time-saving ideas. All feedback is welcome so please do comment and rate.
Poetry Reading Comprehensions - SET 1 (KS2) - Revision
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Poetry Reading Comprehensions - SET 1 (KS2) - Revision

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Three famous poems and reading comprehension questions and mark schemes to go with them. Questions include question types found in the 2016, 2017 and 2018 SATs papers or in End of Year assessments. Poem 1 - I sit beside the fire and think (The Hobbit) - J.R.R Tolkien Poem 2 - Warning Poem 3 - Please Mrs. Butler I have used these as whole class exercises and for specific groups in guided reading.
KS2 Time adverbials - GPS (Differentiated)
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KS2 Time adverbials - GPS (Differentiated)

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A challenge based worksheet aimed at securing a child’s knowledge of Time Adverbials. Activities include using given time adverbials in sentences, varying the position of the adverbials (to help meet the goals of the KS2 Interim Assessment Framework 2016/2017/2018), using time adverbials within a paragraph and using time adverbials in a set of instructions.
Millionaire Quiz! (World War II Edition)
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Millionaire Quiz! (World War II Edition)

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Fully interactive gameshow about World War II, featuring sound effects and background music. This fully interactive high-quality gameshow features all the exciting sounds, background music and drama of the TV show. Each possible answer is linked to either a pass or fail screen indicating the amount of money ‘won’. A free trial of my best-in-class version is available here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/millionaire-quiz-free-trial-edition-11697409 There are 15 questions, testing children’s knowledge of: - Key dates - Battles - Leaders of countries - Key figures - Key events - and more! Please see my shop for other gameshows, worksheets, activities and time-saving ideas. All feedback is welcome so please do comment and rate. N.B The original logos for Who Wants to be a Millionaire are property of Sony Pictures Television. For this reason they have not been included, but a similar non-trademarked version has.
Complete KS2 May 2018 SATs Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis (QLA)
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Complete KS2 May 2018 SATs Gap Analysis / Question Level Analysis (QLA)

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A complete bundle of Gap Analysis Grids / QLA (Reading, GPS, Spelling, Arithmetic, Reasoning 1, Reasoning 2) for the May 2018 KS2 SATs assessments. I have also included links to the papers, the mark schemes and the conversion grids within each spreadsheet. These grids will save you many hours work and will help you quickly identify individual or whole cohort weaknesses in specific areas of the curriculum. The sheets are set up for 90 pupils but more can be added/deleted and instructions are on the first page/sheet. Some cells are locked/protected in this document but the parts that you need to insert yourself are editable. This is so that the formulas/algorithms do not break and render the spreadsheet’s functionalities as broken. Please read the description of each resource before purchasing. Please remember to leave feedback as I am aiming to build a reputation as a creator who aims to save teachers time and improve their effectiveness.
15 Year Five and Six example creative writing texts (WAGOLL)
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15 Year Five and Six example creative writing texts (WAGOLL)

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Having trouble finding high-quality examples of Year 5 and 6 texts for children to analyse and aspire to? So did I! These texts were shared-written with my class over the course of a year and contain all of the grammatical features a Year 5 or 6 child is expected to have in their writing - including the Greater Depth statements. Examples of features include: Modal and Passive verbs Expanded Noun Phrases Prepositional Phrases The subjunctive Colons and Semi-colons between independent clauses Brackets, Dashes and Commas for Parenthesis Punctuating direct and indirect speech These texts were written to engage a reader and I’m confident they’ll engage your class. The 15 texts include: A biography of Michael Faraday A biography of Isambard Kingdom Brunel A Victorian short narrative A spy short narrative An information text about Volcanoes A description/explanation of a World War spy gadget Three dramatic recounts A newspaper article A dragon-themed factfile A non-chronological report of a fictitious creature
KS2 SATs Arithmetic Practice - Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
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KS2 SATs Arithmetic Practice - Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

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A bundle containing high-quality PowerPoint and Smart Notebook questions set out exactly like the KS2 Paper 1 - Arithmetic. Using the built-in pen software of PowerPoint or Smart Notebook, you can model how to answer the questions effectively. 189 questions in total, each sub-sectioned into sub-domains so that you can easily identify areas for development for your cohort. Alternatively, you can focus on a specific aspect of fractions, decimals and percentages across a series of lessons.
Millionaire Quiz! (Ancient Rome Edition)
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Millionaire Quiz! (Ancient Rome Edition)

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This fully interactive high-quality gameshow features all the drama of the TV show. Each possible answer is linked to either a pass or fail screen indicating the amount of money ‘won’. A free trial of my best-in-class version is available here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/millionaire-quiz-free-trial-edition-11697409 There are 15 questions, testing children’s knowledge of: - Roman Politicians - Poets - Roman army - Roman geography - Gods and Goddesses Please see my shop for other gameshows, worksheets, activities and time-saving ideas. All feedback is welcome so please do comment and rate. N.B The original logos for Who Wants to be a Millionaire are property of Sony Pictures Television. For this reason they have not been included, but a similar non-trademarked version has.
KS2 SATs Arithmetic Practice - Fractions
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KS2 SATs Arithmetic Practice - Fractions

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A PowerPoint and Smart Notebook set out exactly like the KS2 SATs arithmetic paper. This resource focuses on all of the fractions question types found in the papers since 2016 and features 74 questions. Adding and subtracting proper fractions - same denominators Adding and subtracting proper fractions - different denominators Multiplying proper fractions Multiplying a proper fraction by an integer Dividing a proper fraction by an integer Adding and subtracting proper fractions to/from mixed numbers Adding and subtracting mixed numbers - same denominators Adding and subtracting mixed numbers - different denominators Multiplying a mixed number by an integer
Find and correct errors/mistakes
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Find and correct errors/mistakes

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This teaching PowerPoint is made up of 45 slides. It is useful for children to practise identifying and correcting mistakes in writing so that they can apply their learning to their own independent writing. This resource has teaching slides and answer slides. Activities include: Grammatical errors (sentences) Grammatical errors (paragraphs) Punctuation errors (sentences) Punctuation errors (paragraphs) Spelling errors (sentences) Spelling errors (paragraphs) Mixed practice