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This resource contains a short presentation on using the comma in lists in sentences.
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Commas in Lists in Sentences - 35 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains a 20-page workbook (18 worksheets and 2 information sheets) with answers on using commas to demarcate items / phrases within sentences and to separate adjectives when there are two or more describing a noun. It is an ideal independent learning pack for home learning, distance learning and remote learning.
Tasks include:
inserting commas in the correct places in sentences
rewriting incorrectly punctuated sentences
composing own sentences containing a list of items
composing own sentences using two or more adjectives
punctuating The Twelve Days of Christmas with commas
composing own lyrics for the Twelve Days of Christmas and punctuating with commas
Commas in Lists in Sentences - PowerPoint Lesson
This is a fully editable, 35-slide PowerPoint lesson on using the punctuation device, the comma, in lists in sentences. The PowerPoint explains how to use the comma in lists in sentences and to separate adjectives when there are two or more describing a noun. There are opportunities for pupils to insert the comma in the correct place and to identify where the comma has been misplaced in sentences.
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This resource contains two worksheets on the apostrophe for contraction/omission.
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Apostrophe for Contraction 18 Page Workbook
This resource contains a 18 page workbook (18 worksheets) on the apostrophe for contraction / omission. It also includes an information sheet explaining when and how to use the apostrophe for omission / contraction. The worksheets contain a variety of tasks and will help students to master using apostrophes appropriately in their written work and to improve their punctuation skills. Answers are included.
Apostrophe for Contraction 50 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains an editable, 50 slide PowerPoint lesson on the apostrophe for contraction / omission. It explains how to use the apostrophe in contracted words. This resource will help students to use apostrophes appropriately in their written work and to improve their punctuation skills. The PowerPoint also contains a hyperlink to a short video explaining how to use the apostrophe for contraction.
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This resource contains a PowerPoint lesson on using the colon appropriately in writing:
To introduce an explanation or an example
To introduce lists within sentences
To introduce bulleted or numbered lists within sentences
To emphasise a phrase or single word at the end of a sentence
To introduce quotations
The PowerPoint contains explanations, examples and opportunities for pupils to practise using colons appropriately.<
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Colons - 13 Page Workbook
This resource contains a 13-page workbook (eight worksheets, five information sheets) on using colons.
Colons - PowerPoint Lesson and Workbook
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Colons and semi Colons Punctuation Mat
This is a succinct punctuation mat with explanations and examples of when and how to use colons and semi-colons.
Semi Colons PowerPoint Lesson
This is a 40-slide PowerPoint Lesson on using semi-colons to link two related sentences / independent clauses, in complex lists and in sentences containing conjunctive adverbs.
Semi Colons - Set of 7 Worksheets
This resource contains a set of 7 worksheets on using semi-colons in writing.
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This resource contains an information sheet on using the colon and semicolon in writing using the theme of tennis.
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Colons - 60-Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This PowerPoint focuses on using the colon to:
• introduce an explanation / example
• introduce lists in sentences
• introduce bulleted / numbered / lettered lists in sentences
• emphasise a phrase or single word at the end of a sentence
• introduce quotations
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Semicolons - 40 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This is a 40-slide PowerPoint Lesson on using semicolons in writing.
Semicolons - Set of 7 Worksheets
Colons and Semicolons Punctuation Mat
This is a succinct punctuation mat with explanations and examples of when and how to use colons and semicolons.
This resource contains a short presentation on how to use speech marks/ quotation marks / inverted commas for direct speech in writing.
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Inverted Commas - 75 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains an editable, 75-slide Powerpoint lesson on inverted commas.The PowerPoint demonstrates how to:
use inverted commas to enclose direct speech
punctuate reporting clauses and direct speech
punctuate split speech
set out direct speech in writing
use interesting words to replace ‘said’
Many opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to punctuate direct speech.
Inverted Commas - 26-Page Workbook
This resource contains a 22 page workbook on inverted commas (speech marks/quotation marks/direct speech). It is appropriate for pupils in Years 3, 4 and 5 and older, SEN pupils who have yet to master the basics in punctuation. The workbook contains four information/revision sheets, 17 worksheets and an answer booklet.
Tasks include:
using inverted commas to enclose direct speech
punctuating reporting clauses and direct speech
punctuating split speech
setting out direct speech in dialogue
using alternative words to ‘said’ in reporting clauses
composing writing containing direct speech
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This is a worksheet on the Year 2 National Curriculum commonly confused homophones - there, their and they’re.
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Bring the amazing world of nature into your classroom - take the students out of the classroom, with this 48 slide PowerPoint containing an amazing array of photographs.
Although the subject of the PowerPoint is collective nouns this resource could be used for displays, as a starter activity to promote discussion, as part of a tutor group activity and / or to introduce pupils to the richness of vocabulary in describing groups of things.
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This resource contains a handy and succinct revision memo mat showing the rules for, and examples of, making nouns plural.
The rules include those for:
regular nouns
nouns ending in -ch ,-'sh, -x, -s
nouns ending in -f, -fe, -ff
nouns ending in -y preceded by a consonant
nouns ending in -y preceded by a vowel
nouns ending in -o preceded by a consonant
nouns ending in -o preceded by a vowel
nouns that do not change in the plural form
irregular pupils
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Plurals - 30 Page Workbook
This workbook includes and information page, 26 worksheets (with answers) and a progress check on forming plurals.
Plurals - 200 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This is an editable, 200-slide PowerPoint lesson on making plurals for nouns. The PowerPoint explains the rules for the forming of all plurals and includes exceptions. Opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to form plurals and there is a timed plural challenge activity.
Plurals Posters
This resource contains a set of 16, A3-sized posters showing the rules for, and examples of, the forming of plural nouns.
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This resource contains a 15-page workbook (15 worksheets) on using full stops to demarcate sentences.
Tasks include:
Placing full stops at the end of simple sentences
Placing full stops in writing containing several sentences
Placing full stops in short paragraphs
Composing own sentences
Correcting sentences in which the full stops have been incorrectly placed
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Full Stops - 55 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This 55-slide PowerPoint lesson is presented by the punctuation character - the 'Full Stop' who explains how and when to use the full stop and why it is important to place it accurately in writing. The PowerPoint clearly demonstrates that a capital letter is needed at the start of a sentence. Ample opportunities are provided throughout the PowerPoint for pupils to decide where the full stops and capital letters should go.
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This resource contains a 55 slide PowerPoint lesson and a 15-page workbook on action verbs.
PowerPoint Lesson
This is an editable, 55-slide PowerPoint lesson. The PowerPoint includes:
Explanations of action verbs with examples
Opportunities for pupils to identify action verbs in sentences
Action pictures as a stimulus for pupils to think of appropriate verbs
Sorting words into adjectives, nouns and verbs
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on action verbs.
Actio Verbs Workbook
This 15-page workbook contains one information sheet and fourteen worksheets on action verbs. Tasks include:
matching verbs to pictures
choosing the correct verb to insert into a sentence
identifying verbs within sentences
writing own sentences using verbs
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This resource includes a fully editable, 35-slide PowerPoint lesson and an accompanying set of worksheets with answers on using the comma in lists and to separate adjectives when two or more adjectives are used to qualify nouns. It is an ideal resource for remote learning/distance learning and can be used effectively on google classroom and other online teaching platforms.
The PowerPoint explains how to use the comma in lists in sentences. There are opportunities for pupils to insert the comma in the correct place. There are also opportunities for pupils to identify where the comma has been misplaced.
Tasks on the worksheets include:
inserting commas in the correct places in sentences
composing own sentences containing a list or series of items
punctuating The Twelve Days of Christmas with commas
composing own lyrics for the Twelve Days of Christmas and punctuating with commas
The resource is ideal as an independent learning pack for remote learning/distance learning/ home schooling and can also be used on google classroom.
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This resource contains a fully editable, 100-slide PowerPoint lesson on how and when to use the articles/determiners 'a' or'an'. It includes the basic rules and also addresses the exceptions - heir, honour, hour, unicorn, one etc
The PowerPoint includes:
Explanations and rules
Examples
Opportunities for pupils to decide which article is needed
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This resource contains a set of 15 writing addresses tasks and envelope templates.
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Addressing Envelopes 22 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains a fully editable, 22 slide PowerPoint presentation that clearly explains and demonstrates how to address an envelope, as recommended by the Post Office. Several slides ask students to identify what is incorrect about how the address has been set out.
This resource is ideal for SEN Entry Level 1 students. The ability to set out and write addresses is a skill needed for most English Entry Level Qualifications and accreditation. It is also suitable for primary pupils.
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This resource includes a set of 15, age appropriate, writing tasks to enable older SEN students to use full stops and capital letters accurately in sentence demarcation.
Task 1 - Pupils rewrite a short paragraph (about 100 words) placing full stops and capital letters in the correct places. The content is designed to be engaging and about different characters who the pupils ought to be able to identify with.
Task 2 - Pupils complete a short comprehension about the paragraph answering in full sentences with a capital letter at the beginning and full stop at the end.
Task 3 - Involves pupils writing a short paragraph about a character.
These worksheets are ideal to give pupils practice at using capital letters and full stops in their writing to reinforce and consolidate this skill. This resource is also appropriate for SEN / ESL students who may find sentence demarcation challenging. Answers are included.
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This resource contains four information sheets on how to use the articles/ determiners 'a' or 'an' before a word and a table of rules and exceptions.
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Set of 10 Writing Frames - 'a' or 'an
This resource contains a set of ten writing frames to reinforce the correct use of 'a' or 'an' before a word. In addition to helping pupils to choose the correct article 'a' or 'an', it is a particularly useful resource for students who struggle to master the basics of writing. It provides a framework and scaffolding for pupils to achieve some success in creating sentences independently. Writing sentences and reading them back helps pupils to embed and consolidate high-frequency words which they will then be able to use freely in their writing.
a or an - 100 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
The PowerPoint lesson explains how to use the article 'a' or 'an' before a word by looking at the first letter to determine whether or not it is a vowel sound.
Set of 12 Worksheets on 'a' or 'an'
This resource contains a set of 12 worksheets on the use of 'a' or 'an' before a word.
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This resource consists of 12 posters containing some of Roald Dahl's most well-known quotes: some poignant, some comedic and some 'gobblefunk'. This is an ideal resource to promote discussion, for display purposes in the library or classroom or for use in an assembly on Roald Dahl Day on 13th September or on World Book Day.
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Worksheet on making plurals by adding ‘es’ to nouns ending in -s and -x.
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Set of 5 Christmas Themed Worksheets on Plurals
This resource contains five worksheets on plurals. Tasks include making plurals for:
- regular nouns - adding ‘s’
- nouns ending in ‘ch’ , ‘sh’, ‘x’ and ‘s’
- nouns ending in ‘f’ and ‘fe’ - change ‘f’ to ‘v’ and add ‘es’
- nouns ending in ‘y’ preceded by consonant - change ‘y’ to ‘i’ and add ‘es’
- common exceptions
There is also a revision sheet on making plurals.
An accompanying highly interactive and fully editable 30 slide PowerPoint lesson on making plurals (Christmas themed) is also available.
Christmas Themed PowerPoint Lesson on Making Plurals
This resource is a highly visual, seasonal and interactive and fully editable 30 slide PowerPoint lesson on making plurals for nouns. The lesson is ably delivered by Santa. The PowerPoint is editable and can be adapted to suit any time of the school year! It is appropriate for primary pupils and older SEN students to the highly visual nature of the resource.
Resources include:
1. PowerPoint explaining the rules for making plurals for
- regular nouns - adding ‘s’
- nouns ending in ‘ch’ , ‘sh’, ‘x’, ‘ss’ and ‘s’
- nouns ending in ‘f’ and ‘fe’ - change ‘f’ to ‘v’ and add ‘es’
- nouns ending in ‘y’ preceded by consonant - change ‘y’ to ‘i’ and add ‘es’
Opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to apply the rules.
Christmas Themed Making Plurals PowerPoint Lesson and 5 Christmas Themed Worksheets on Plurals
These resources are suitable for Year 1-6 pupils and older SEN students who will benefit from the highly visual nature of these resources.
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This resource contains two worksheets on alphabetical order.
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Alphabetical Order: 24 Page Workbook
This is a 24 page workbook on alphabetical order that includes three information sheets, nineteen worksheets (with answers) and a progress check. Tasks include:
placing words in alphabetical order - to the first. second, third and fourth letters
locating patient’s names in a filing system
locating CDs in alphabetically labelled boxes
writing lists in alphabetical order
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.
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This resource contains three PowerPoint lessons and three sets of worksheets (47 in total) on personification, alliteration, similes and metaphors.
Personification
This resource contains a fully editable 50 slide PowerPoint lesson and 16 worksheets on similes and metaphors. The PowerPoint includes an explanation and definition of similes and metaphors, why they are used, examples from poetry and literature - I Wandered Lonely As a Cloud (Wordsworth), The Ancient Mariner (Coleridge), The Highwayman (Noyes), My luv is like a red, red rose ( Burns) and Bible quotes.
It also contains images to stimulate students to compose their own similes and metaphors. The worksheets include tasks on identifying similes and metaphors in sentences, poetry and literature from The Ancient Mariner ( Coleridge), Sea Fever (Masefield), I wandered lonely as a cloud (Wordsworth), The Highwayman (Noyes), A red, red rose (Burns), bible verses and Shakespeare quotes. There are also worksheets designed to encourage pupils to compose sentences and short paragraphs containing similes and metaphors. Themes include - a foggy day, the haunted house, the snow, the combine harvester, candle flame, trees, hate, love and happiness
Alliteration
This resource contains a 34 slide PowerPoint lesson on alliteration and includes an explanation of alliteration and examples from literature and poetry ( The Highwayman, The Listeners, Kubla Khan, Cargoes, Sea Fever, The Ancient Mariner, Harry Potter), the commercial world and in speeches.
There are 18 accompanying worksheets on identifying alliteration in sentences and poetry and literature from Harry Potter, The Highwayman, The Listeners, Kubla Khan, Cargoes, Sea Fever and The Ancient Mariner. Tasks also include writing sentences and short paragraphs containing alliteration using six scenes to encourage the use of alliteration.
Similes and Metaphors
This resource includes a 38 slide PowerPoint lesson and 13 worksheets on similes and metaphors. The PowerPoint includes an explanation and definition of simile and metaphors, why they are used, examples of similes and metaphors from poetry and literature - I Wandered Lonely As a Cloud (William Wordsworth), The Ancient Mariner (Coleridge), The Highwayman (Noyes), My love is like a red, red rose (Burns) and Bible quotes.
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This resource contains:
1. A fully editable, 80 slide PowerPoint presentation on the Chinese New Year.
2. A PowerPoint Quiz on the Chinese New Year.
3. A set of texts and comprehensions on the Chinese New year.
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