Brighten up dull winter days with this colourful resource about Mardi Gras which takes place in many countries around the world prior to the start of Lent. Mardi Gras Presentation This is a fully editable, 55-slide Powerpoint presentation. It focuses on: - the meaning of Mardi Gras - its origins - the different ways countries celebrate Mardi Gras The PowerPoint contains hyperlinks to the Rio Carnival, the New Orleans Carnival, the Nice Carnival, the Belgium Carnival, the Venice Carnival and the Quebec Carnival. The PowerPoint automatically plays Paul Simon's 'Take me to the Mardi Gras' on slide 1 which could be played before the start of an assembly as pupils assemble. Please note that the watermark seen on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. If you purchase the resource the PowerPoint will be found in the zip file when you download the resource. If you purchase this resource and are happy with it, please leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. Puzzle Pack This resource contains three differentiated word searches, three differentiated anagram worksheets and a crossword. More Lent and Easter Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains an editable, 100-slide PowerPoint lesson on words ending in the suffix -tion. This resource will help pupils to master the spelling of ‘tion’ words. (English programmes of study: Endings which sound like /ʃən/, spelt –tion, ). The PowerPoint contains a variety of activities to help pupils to read and spell these words. In the first section pupils read -tion words. They include all the words suggested in the new National Curriculum - station, action, etc. Additional words ending in -tion have been added that will be useful for pupils across the curriculum eg punctuation, fraction, addition, education, question, section, digestion and many more. In the next section the emphasis is on the spelling of the words by ‘chunking’. The PowerPoint visually demonstrates how to do this. Then pupils are challenged to spell words ending in -tion. The next activity involves pupils working in pairs or groups to find as many words ending in -tion as they can in a timed exercise. There is a section for pupils to identify the missing letters from -tion words and also an anagram challenge. The resource could be used as a whole lesson, for a series of lessons, as a lesson starter or plenary. It is suitable for Key Stage 1 pupils and older SEN students who will benefit from the visual nature of this resource. Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Words Ending in tion - 33 Differentiated Worksheets Tasks include finding the missing words, constructing sentences, word searches, anagrams spelling practice sheets (could be used for homework) and worksheets to stretch and challenge more able pupils. Save money and buy both resources together at a discounted rate: Words Ending in tion - Powerpoint Lesson 33 Differentiated Worksheets More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains an editable, 100-slide PowerPoint lesson on words ending in the suffix -tion. This resource will help pupils to master the spelling of ‘tion’ words. (English programmes of study: Endings which sound like /ʃən/, spelt –tion, ). The PowerPoint contains a variety of activities to help pupils to read and spell these words. In the first section pupils read -tion words. They include all the words suggested in the new National Curriculum - station, action, etc. Additional words ending in -tion have been added that will be useful for pupils across the curriculum eg punctuation, fraction, addition, education, question, section, digestion and many more. In the next section the emphasis is on the spelling of the words by ‘chunking’. The PowerPoint visually demonstrates how to do this. Then pupils are challenged to spell words ending in -tion. The next activity involves pupils working in pairs or groups to find as many words ending in -tion as they can in a timed exercise. There is a section for pupils to identify the missing letters from -tion words and also an anagram challenge. The resource could be used as a whole lesson, for a series of lessons, as a lesson starter or plenary. It is suitable for Key Stage 1 pupils and older SEN students who will benefit from the visual nature of this resource. Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Words Ending in tion - 33 Differentiated Worksheets Tasks include finding the missing words, constructing sentences, word searches, anagrams spelling practice sheets (could be used for homework) and worksheets to stretch and challenge more able pupils. Save money and buy both resources together at a discounted rate: Words Ending in tion - Powerpoint Lesson 33 Differentiated Worksheets More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a set of 14 worksheets (includes answers) on determiners and include: The articles - definite and indefinite Demonstratives Possessives Quantifiers Numbers Ordinals Interrogatives You may also be interested in: Determiners PowerPoint Lesson This resource contains an editable 70 slide PowerPoint lesson on determiners. The PowerPoint explains the various types of determiners, gives examples and asks pupils to identify the determiners in sentences Save money and buy both resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Determiner PowerPoint Lesson and Worksheets Determiner Memo Mat More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This is a fully editable, 45 slide PowerPoint lesson on the National Curriculum Year 2 homophones / near homophones list including the following words – there/ their/ they're, here/ hear, see/ sea, bare/ bear, one/ won, sun / son, two / to / too, be/ bee, blue/ blew, night/ knight. The resource includes an explanation of the meaning of the homophones, examples and opportunities for pupils to decide which is the correct homophone. It is appropriate for year 2 pupils and older SEN students. More Homophones Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains: 1. A fully editable 50-slide PowerPoint lesson on the National Curriculum Year 2 commonly confused homophones / near homophones where / were / we're / wear. The resource explains the meaning of the homophones and examples. A variety of opportunities are provided for pupils to choose the correct homophone. 2. An information sheet that explains the meaning of the homophones and when they are used with examples. 3. Seven worksheets in which pupils have to select/compose/correct sentences using the correct homophones. This resource is appropriate for year 2 pupils and older SEN students. You may also be interested in: Where Were Wear We’re - Memo Mat More Homophone Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource includes a set of 15 differentiated worksheets on words ending in 'ge' or 'dge'. (The /dʒ/ sound spelt as -ge and -dge at the end of words National curriculum, English programmes of study Year 2. The resource also contains an explanation sheet and answer sheets. Tasks include: inserting the correct -ge / -dge word into a sentence anagrams -ge / -dge words spelling practise worksheets using ge / dge words in sentences word searches sorting words into ge / dge / categories You may also be interested in: 43 Slide PowerPoint Lesson Words Ending in ge / dge This is a 43 slide PowerPoint lesson explaining when to use 'ge' or 'dge' at the end of words ending in the phoneme /j/. (The /dʒ/ sound spelt as ge and dge at the end of words National curriculum, English programmes of study Year 2). The PowerPoint focuses on: Rules for adding -dge and -ge (long and short vowel sounds) Opportunities to practise spellings Individual / paired / group timed activity - finding as many -dge and -ge words as possible in 5 minutes) Save money and buy both resources together at a discounted rate: 43 Slide PowerPoint Lesson - Set of 15 Worksheets - Words Ending in ge / dge These resources are appropriate for Year 2 pupils and older SEN / ESL students who have yet to master the basics in phonics. More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains four word searches based on the first 100 hundred high-frequency words in phase order. A solution key is included. You may also be interested in: First 100 High Frequency Words Resource Pack It contains: Four PowerPoints containing the first 100 high-frequency words in phase order building blocks based theme 10 Spelling Practice Worksheets (differentiated). Ideal for homework Word mat of the 100 high-frequency words Four word searches on the first 100 high-frequency words (phase order) FlashCards of all 100 high-frequency words- ideal for starter sessions and group work A set of certificates to award to pupils for progress and achievements in mastering the reading and spelling of the first 100 words More High Frequency Word Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a highly visual 80-slide PowerPoint lesson and a 24-page workbook on alphabetical order. PowerPoint Lesson This 80-slide PowerPoint lesson clearly and visually demonstrates and explains alphabetical order to the first, second, third, fourth and fifth letter. It also explains why it is important to understand and use alphabetical order. Opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint to practise putting items into alphabetical order. Workbook This 24 page workbook includes three information sheets, nineteen worksheets (with answers) and a progress check. Tasks include placing words/ items in alphabetical order to the second and third letters locating patients' names in a filing system locating CDs in alphabetically labeled boxes writing a shopping list in alphabetical order Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resources themselves. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a 24-page workbook about alphabetical order. It includes three information sheets, 19 worksheets (with answers) and a progress check. Tasks include: ordering letters of the alphabet placing words/ items in alphabetical order by the first letter only placing words in alphabetical order involving the second and third letters locating patient's names in a dentist's filing system locating CDs in alphabetically labelled boxes placing lists in alphabetical order Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the resource itself. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Alphabetical Order - 80-Slide PowerPoint Lesson This resource contains an editable 80-slide PowerPoint lesson that clearly and visually demonstrates and explains alphabetical order to the first, second, third, fourth and fifth letter. It also explains why it is important to understand and use alphabetical order. Opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to practise putting items into alphabetical order. Save money and buy both resources at a discounted rate: More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource includes a fully editable, 150-slide PowerPoint lesson and a set of 28 worksheets on the National Curriculum Year 3 and 4 homophones / near homophones and confusing words list - accept, except, affect, effect, ball, bawl, berry, bury, fair, fare, grate, great, grown, groan, heel, heal, he'll, knot, not, mail, male, main, mane, meat, meet, medal, meddle, missed, mist, peace, piece, plain, plane, rain, rein, reign, scene, seen, weather, whether, whose, who's. PowerPoint Lesson The PowerPoint explains the meanings of the homophones with examples and provides examples and opportunities for pupils to decide which is the correct homophone. Worksheets This resource contains a set of 28 worksheets on the homophones. Pupils are required to choose the correct homophones, write sentences using the homophones and to correct incorrectly used homophones. This resource is appropriate for year 3 and 4 pupils and older SEN students. More Homophones Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a fully editable 45 slide PowerPoint lesson and a set of 15 worksheets on the National Curriculum Year 2 homophones / near homophones list including the following words – there/ their/ they're, here/ hear, see/ sea, bare/ bear, one/ won, sun / son, two / to / too, be/ bee, blue/ blew, night/ knight. PowerPoint Lesson The PowerPoint provides an explanation of the meaning of the homophones with examples and opportunities for pupils to decide which is the correct homophone. Worksheets This resource contains a set of 15 worksheets, some differentiated, on Year 2 homophones / near homophones. Tasks include choosing the correct homophones for sentences and composing sentences containing homophones. These resources are appropriate for Year 2 pupils and older SEN / ESL students who have yet to master the basics in spelling and phonics. More Homophone Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains an editable, 50-slide PowerPoint lesson on the commonly confused National Curriculum Year 2 Homophones / Near Homophones where / were / we're / wear. The resource explains the meaning of the homophones and when they are used with examples. Opportunities are provided for pupils to choose the correct homophone. This resource is appropriate for Year 2 pupils and older SEN students. You may also be interested in: Where Were Wear We’re – Set of 6 Worksheets Buy both resources together at a discounted rate: Where Were Wear We’re – PowerPoint Lesson and Set of 6 Worksheets Where Were Wear We’re - Memo Mat More Homophone Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide