Jack and the beanstalk themed activities for KS1 children. These are mainly writing/English subject based. This grid was made for lockdown, home learning for Year 1. It could be used for a homework grid for children to complete activities over a

Instead of flashcards- quick recap presentation of Phase 4 high frequency words. To be shown at the beginning of phonics lessons.

Simple Power Point of Phase 3 words. I use this during quick recap session at the beginning of phonics on a daily basis.

A story map of ‘The Storm Whale’ by Oliver Jeffers. I drew these pictures based on the illustrations of the story. I have used this in early years and within my Year 1 class, to retell the story within small groups, as a whole class and as a visual aid to support independent writing.

‘Stuck’ story map drawn by me. Drawings are not perfect but still identifiable as the story.

Year 1 planning sequence written by me for ‘The Paper Dolls’ by Julia Donaldson. Sequence of 9 lessons. Can build up to a retell of the story. Includes paper dolls template and paper dolls themed writing paper.

The Queen’s Handbag by Steve Antony Hand-drawn by me. Used for Year 1 English lessons to retell the story.

Story map of the The Way Back Home by Oliver Jeffers

A story map to use to retell the story of ‘Lost and Found’. I drew these images based on the story written by Oliver Jeffers, however they are not exact copies.

A planning sequence for ‘The Bog Baby’. These lessons build up to writing a retell of the story.

Up to three weeks worth of planning for ‘Grandad’s Island’ by Benji Davies. Has been used for Year 1 but could easily be used for Year 2 by making a few steps up. Illustrations used are taken from the story.

This planning is for Year 2 but can be adapted for Year 1. Includes a 20 lesson planning sequence and r