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This resource has been designed for Entry Level 3 students working towards Level 1 Functional Skills English certification (Edexcel-Pearson, NCFE, City and Guilds and Open Awards).
It contains six age-appropriate, workbooks covering all of the learning outcomes for the reading, writing, spelling and speaking and listening components of the English Functional Skills Level 1 specification.
Level 1 – Reading Workbook
Level 1 - Writing Composition Workbook
Level 1 - Grammar Workbook
Level 1 - Punctuation Workbook
Level 1 - Spelling Workbook
Level 1 - Speaking and Listening Task Book
All the workbooks are available in both PDF and editable PowerPoint versions. The workbooks can be used for classwork, homework, for independent work and for revision.
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Level 1 Functional Skills PowerPoint Lesson Bundle
All the PowerPoints are fully editable. They are ideal for introducing each component of the Level English Functional Skills specification and for revision purposes.
Level 1 Functional Skills Workbook and PowerPoint Lesson Bundle
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Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English Resources
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This resource contains a poster illustrating the difference between a simile and metaphor.
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Similes and Metaphors - Set of 22 Posters
Similes and Metaphors PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains a 39 slide PowerPoint on similes and metaphors. The PowerPoint includes:
An explanation and definition of simile and metaphors, the differences between them and why they are used.
Examples of similes and metaphors from poetry and literature - I Wandered Lonely As a Cloud (William Wordsworth), The Ancient Mariner (Samuel Taylor Coleridge), The Highwayman (Alfred Noyes), My luv is like a red, red rose ( Robert Burns) and the Bible.
Images to stimulate students to compose their own similes and metaphors.
Similes and Metaphors Set of 13 Worksheets Lesson
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This resource contains worksheets on plurals for words ending in -y.
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Plurals PowerPoint Lesson
This resource is a fully editable, 100+ slide PowerPoint lesson on making plurals for nouns. It is appropriate for primary aged pupils and older SEN students due to the highly visual nature of the resource.
The PowerPoint explains the rules for making plurals for:
regular nouns - adding ‘s’
nouns ending in ‘ch’ , ‘sh’, ‘x’, ‘ss’ , ‘x’ , ‘z’ and ‘s’
nouns ending in ‘o’
nouns ending in ‘f’, ‘ff’ and ‘fe’
nouns ending in ‘y’ preceded by a consonant
nouns ending in ‘y’ preceded by a vowel
irregular plurals
exceptions to the rules
Opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to form plurals and there is a timed plural challenge activity.
Plurals - Set of 26 Worksheets
This resource contains a set of 26 differentiated worksheets on plurals.
Plurals Revision Memo Mat
This is a succinct revision mat containing the rules and exceptions for forming plurals.
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This is a short presentation on the Year 5 and 6 homophones - advice, advise, device, devise. You may also be interested in:
Year 5/6 Homophones 100 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
The resource includes an explanation of the meaning of the homophones with examples and opportunities for pupils to decide which is the correct homophone. It is appropriate for year 5 and 6 pupils and older SEN students.
The homophones include licence, license, practice, practise, prophecy, prophesy, father, farther, guessed, guest, heard, herd, lead, led, morning, mourning, past, passed, precede, proceed, principal, principle, profit, prophet, stationary, stationery, steal, steel, whose, who's
Year 5/6 Homophones - Set of 15 Worksheets
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This resource contains a worksheet and a revision guide on parenthesis and parentheses - the punctuation devices used to mark parenthesis (brackets, commas and dashes).
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Parenthesis - 12 Page Workbook
This resource contains a 12-page workbook that includes three revision sheets and five worksheets about parenthesis and parentheses - the punctuation devices used to mark parenthesis.
The workbook clearly explains what parenthesis is and the different forms of punctuation - brackets, commas and dashes - used to mark it. The worksheets contain tasks for pupils to:
identify parenthesis in sentences
punctuate sentences containing parenthesis
compose sentences containing parenthesis
Parenthesis - 55 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains a 55-slide PowerPoint lesson on parenthesis and parentheses.
The PowerPoint clearly and visually explains what parenthesis is, why it is used and the different forms of punctuation used to mark it. Many opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to identify parenthesis and to extend sentences to make then more interesting by adding parenthesis - brackets, commas and dashes. The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on parenthesis.
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This resource contains a worksheet on capital letters. You may also be interested in:
Capital Letters PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains a fully editable, 75-slide PowerPoint lesson on and a set of 27 worksheets on capital letters. The PowerPoint clearly explains and demonstrates why, when and where capital letters are used. The PowerPoint focuses on using capital letters for: the start of sentences, the pronoun I, proper nouns - places, names, geographical features, book and film titles, days of the week, months of the year, special days, buildings etc, addressing envelopes
Tasks include:
Identifying words that require capital letters
Identifying where capital letters should be used in sentences
These resources are suitable for Key Stage 1 pupils and older SEN students who will benefit from the visual nature of the resource.
Capital Letters - Set of 27 Worksheets
This resource contains a set of 27 worksheets on when capital letters are used. Tasks include using capital letters for: the start of sentences, the pronoun I, proper nouns - names, places, days of the week, months,
geographical features and landmarks, wellknown and famous buildings, brand names / companies / businesses, movie and book titles, the start of direct speech, addressing envelopes
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This resource contains an example of how to write a thank you card and a template for pupils to write their own thank you card. It has been designed for students working at Entry level 1 and 2 in English.
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Writing Short Notes / Messages
This resource contains a set of exemplars and templates on note writing / postcard writing designed for students working at Entry level 1 and 2.
Examples include:-
Get Well Soon
Thank You
Sorry
Party Invitation
Good Luck
Happy Birthday
This resource is ideal resource for Entry Level 1 students working towards Entry level English where students have to:
Use written words and phrases to present information.
Construct simple sentences using full stops.
Spell correctly personal or very familiar words
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This resource contains differentiated worksheets on the first set of 100 high-frequency words. They are ideal for spelling practice and homework.
1. The first set is the most challenging and requires pupils have to use the words in a sentence.
2. The second set contains just the words for spelling (no sentences).
3. The third set is for those pupils who experience difficulty in writing. The words can be written over.
This resource is also suitable for SEN pupils who have yet to master the spelling of high-frequency words.
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This resource contains a 20-page grammar revision guide. It is ideal for SATS revision and includes guidance on:
Phrases, Clauses, Sentences
Nouns
Adjectives
Noun Phrases
Verbs
Co-ordinating and Subordinating Conjunctions
Pronouns
Adverbs
Adverbials
Fronted Adverbials
Prepositions
Determiners
Subject and Object
Functions of Sentences
Verb Tenses
Verb Forms
Passive and Active Voice
Prefixes and Suffixes
Synonyms and Antonyms
Standard English
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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.
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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.
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This resource contains a fully editable, 55 slide Powerpoint lesson and a 15-page workbook (15 worksheets) on using full stops and capital letters accurately in sentence demarcation.
PowerPoint Lesson
The PowerPoint presentation is presented by the punctuation character - the Full Stop. He explains when and how to use the full stop and why it is important to place it accurately in writing. The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on using capital letters and full stops when writing sentences.
This resource is appropriate for Year 2- 6 pupils and older SEN / Entry Level pupils who may find sentence demarcation challenging and have yet to master the basics in punctuation and writing.
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This resource contains four word searches based on the first 100 hundred high-frequency words in phase order. A solution key is included.
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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
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This resource contains a fully editable, 45-slide PowerPoint lesson and a set of 15 worksheets on the National Curriculum Year 2 Homophone / Near Homophone 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
Tasks involve choosing the correct homophone in sentences and composing sentences using the homophones.
These resources are appropriate for year 2 pupils and older SEN students who have yet to master the basics in spelling.
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This resource contains:
Two fully editable, 50 slide PowerPoint lessons on adding the suffixes -ing and -ed where no change is needed to the root word (as outlined in the New National Curriculum Spelling Appendix).
A set of six worksheets to consolidate the skills.
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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.
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Where Were Wear We’re – Set of 6 Worksheets
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This resource contains a 40-slide PowerPoint lesson on using semicolons appropriately in writing to link two related sentences / independent clauses, in complex lists and in sentences containing conjunctive adverbs. The PowerPoint contains explanations, examples and opportunities for pupils to practise placing semi-colons appropriately.
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Semicolons - 12 Page Workbook
This resource contains a 12-page workbook and includes two information sheets and nine worksheets on semicolons. Tasks include using semicolons in related sentences, complex lists and in sentences containing a conjunctive adverb.
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Colons - 50 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This is a PowerPoint lesson on using the colon in writing.
Colons - 13 Page Workbook
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Colons and Semicolons Punctuation Mat
This is a succinct punctuation mat with explanations and examples of when and how to use colons and semicolons.
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This resource contains:
1. A 50-slide PowerPoint lesson on the silent letters 'k' and 'g' when followed by 'n' - kn and gn digraphs.
2. An accompanying set of 12 differentiated worksheets to help pupils learn how to read and spell words containing the digraphs 'kn' and 'gn'.
In the PowerPoint pupils are introduced to most of the common words containing these two silent letters. Tasks include reading and spelling some of the words.
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This resource contains an editable, 50-slide PowerPoint lesson and an accompanying 20-page workbook that includes two information sheets and eighteen worksheets on fronted adverbials. The new National Curriculum requires children to be taught to use fronted adverbials and to use commas after fronted adverbials.
20 Page Workbook
This workbook contains 18 worksheets and 2 information sheets on adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials. The worksheet tasks include:
identifying adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials of time, place, manner and frequency in sentences
inserting appropriate adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials in sentences
insertion of comma after fronted adverbial
using fronted adverbials in writing
changing sentences so that the adverbial phrase is at the beginning of a sentence
PowerPoint Lesson
This is an editable, 50-slide PowerPoint lesson on fronted adverbials.
The PowerPoint focuses on:
recap of adverbs
adverbial phrases of time, place, manner and frequency
fronted adverbials
insertion of comma after fronted adverbial
opportunities for pupils to identify adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials
opportunities for pupils to change a sentence so that the adverbial phrase is at the beginning of a sentence
opportunities for pupils to create fronted adverbial sentences
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This resource contains an 11-page workbook and 6 revision/explanation sheets on relative clauses. Tasks include:
Identifying relative clauses
Distinguishing between defining and non-defining relative clauses
Choosing the correct pronoun for a relative clause
Expanding a noun phrase with a relative pronoun
Punctuating non-defining relative clauses
Identifying relative clauses that do not need a relative pronoun or adverb
Combining sentences with a relative pronoun to make a relative clause
Deciding whether the relative pronoun can be omitted in a sentence
Writing using relative clauses
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Relative Clauses - 80 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains an editable, 80-slide PowerPoint lesson on relative clauses. It explains what relative clauses are, the difference between defining and non-defining relative clauses and how relative clauses for objects can have the pronoun omitted .
Opportunities are provided for pupils to identify both defining and non-defining relative clauses.
**[Relative Clauses - Revision/Memo Mat]
This is a succinct and handy memo/revision mat on relative clauses. Understanding relative clauses can be a bit tricky.
This mat includes:
a definition of relative clauses
the difference between defining relative clauses and non-defining relative clauses
how to punctuate relative clauses
how to determine when a relative pronoun can be omitted from a relative clause
The mat contains clear examples. It is available in five different fonts.
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This resource contains a set of 16 Christmas themed worksheets on plurals with answer key. Tasks include making plurals for:
regular nouns - adding -s
nouns ending in -ch , -sh, -x and -s
nouns ending in -f and -fe
nouns ending in -y preceded by consonant
nouns ending in -o preceded by consonant / vowel
common exceptions
There is also a revision sheet on making plurals. It is appropriate for primary aged pupils and older SEN pupils.
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**Making Plurals - Christmas Themed PowerPoint Lesson
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