Our Local Area - Medium Term Planning - KS1 This 6 week plan gives an overview of some suggested ideas for a local area study. The following National Curriculum subjects are included: Literacy Spoken Language Science Computing History Key Question: Geography Key Question D.T. Art and Design P.E. Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com

Seaside - Topic Web Suitable for KS1 This topic web is a simple overview that could be given to parents to tell them what the key topics will be across the half term. Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com

Dinosaurs Medium Term Planning (6 Weeks) Suitable for KS1 This 6 week Medium Term Plan covers all of the subjects in the National Curriculum around the topic of dinosaurs. The end of unit outcome for this topic is for the children to put on a class museum for their parents. This will include all of the projects they have made over the unit. Never organised a class museum before? Here is a step-by-step guide! This resource also includes a homework project linked to Dinosaurs. Children can choose which projects they would like to do at home. Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com The English lessons mentioned in the planning can be found here: Week 1 - Change a Story Wee 2 - Writing instructions on how to look after a dinosaur! Week 3 - Persuasive Letter - Don’t let a T-Rex read a book! Week 4 - Roarsome Dinosaur Poetry Week 5 - Non-fiction Writing - Information Leaflet for a Class Museum Week 6 - Write an Adventure Story! Or get all the English lessons as a bundle here. © 2021, MrsRosieTeach

Early Years Leader - Planning and Assessment Map Suitably for Early Years Practitioners or Senior Leaders This resource is something I created as a visual of how to systematically work through designing an Early Years curriculum and what provision looks like at all levels. Begin at the top, with ‘pedagogy and ethos’ and work through the map to work out how often and where evidence will be found. If you have any questions about this resource please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com and I would be happy to explain it in greater depth. Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. © 2023, MrsRosieTeach

Valentine’s Day (PowerPoint, Plan + Activities) Suitable for KS1 With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, make life easier for yourself with this Valentine’s Day package! It has everything you need to retell the story of Saint Valentine and keep the children engaged for an afternoon or morning. The resource includes: an 18-slide PowerPoint that introduces children to Valentine’s Day. It then continues on to tell the story of Saint Valentine. The PowerPoint is visually appealing. a 717-word Lesson Plan that talks through the PowerPoint and provides some alternative activities rather than the activity booklet. a 14-page Activity Booklet that includes colouring, a wordsearch, acrostic poem, a ‘list of people I love’ and ‘ways to show love’ page, a poem for children to complete and a pencil control page, as well as a biscuit recipe for the children to take home. Note: To ensure that the PowerPoint works as designed, when you download the PowerPoint make sure you click ‘Extract all’ then ‘Browse’ to save the PowerPoint to your computer. PowerPoint might give you a message saying that some external content has been blocked due to security reasons. Click ‘allow’ or ‘enable’ so that the links work fully. Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com © 2022, MrsRosieTeach

Early Years Continuous Provision - Colour Monster Suitable for Early Years or Year 1 This scheme of work has been planned with emotional literacy in mind. It could be used at any point in the year, particularly if you are helping children to understand and deal with their emotions. However, it would be a great transition resource for the first half term of reception. Part 1 - Each day includes one group or whole class activity that focuses on children dealing with and understanding their emotions. Each day covers a different book linked to a different emotion, these include: • The Colour Monster by Anna Llenas (all feelings) • Angry Octopus by Lori Lite and Max Stasuyk (anger) • Where Happiness Begins by Eva Eland (happiness) • Breathing Makes It Better by Christopher Willard and Wendy O’Leary (calm) • Felix after the Rain by Dunja Jogan (sadness) Part 2 - Part 2 includes a range of suggested continuous provision activities that you may want to put out for the children to access throughout the week. There is a number of activities listed, all engaging and fun. All of the continuous provision planning has links to the NEW EYFS 2021 Development Matters, specifically the ‘Children in reception will be learning to…’ section. This is detailed planning (3460 words). Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com Looking for planning that links to the Year 1 National Curriculum? Find it here! © 2021, MrsRosieTeach

Early Years Continuous Provision - The Gruffalo Suitable for Early Years or Year 1 This planning is based around the book The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson. It ensures that children become really familiar with the book. Part 1 - Each day includes one group or whole class activity that focuses on children completing a specific book related task. The tasks are all fun, crafty and engaging. Part 2 – Part 2 includes a range of suggested continuous provision activities that you may want to put out for the children to access throughout the week. There is a number of activities listed, all engaging and fun. All of the continuous provision planning has links to the NEW EYFS 2021 Development Matters, specifically the ‘Children in reception will be learning to…’ section. This is detailed planning (2640+ words). Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com © 2021, MrsRosieTeach

Year 1 Continuous Provision - Colour Monster This scheme of work has been planned with emotional literacy in mind. It could be used at any point in the year, particularly if you are helping children to understand and deal with their emotions. However, it would be a great transition resource for the first week of year 1. Part 1 - Each day includes one group or whole class activity that focuses on children dealing with and understanding their emotions. Each day covers a different book linked to a different emotion, these include: • The Colour Monster by Anna Llenas (all feelings) • Angry Octopus by Lori Lite and Max Stasuyk (anger) • Where Happiness Begins by Eva Eland (happiness) • Breathing Makes It Better by Christopher Willard and Wendy O’Leary (calm) • Felix after the Rain by Dunja Jogan (sadness) Part 2 - Part 2 includes a range of suggested continuous provision activities that you may want to put out for the children to access throughout the week. There is a number of activities listed, all engaging and fun. All of the continuous provision planning has direct links to the Year 1 National Curriculum (except PE), but links to the new EYFS 2021 Development Matters have also been made on the first page. This is detailed planning (3600 words). Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com Looking for planning that links to the Early Years NEW 2021 framework? Find it here! © 2021, MrsRosieTeach

Minibeasts - Medium Term Planning - Early Years OUTSTANDING detailed 8 week planning PLANNING MATCHES NEW 2021 EYFS FRAMEWORK This is a high quality and very detailed medium term plan aimed at a reception class, however could be used in nursery too. It is very detailed at 6 pages and 3000 words! The plan includes 8 weeks of lessons/ activities around the topic Minibeasts in all areas of the Early Years 2021 curriculum including; Parent-child engagement Communication and language Physical development (gross and fine motor) Personal, social and emotional development Literacy (comprehension, reading and writing) Maths (number) Understanding the World (the natural world and technology as a bonus!) Expressive arts and design (creating with materials) Religious education (7 days of Creation) Outdoor provision Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com © 2021, MrsRosieTeach

Year 1 Continuous Provision - Elmer This scheme of work has been planned with the aim of allowing children to become totally familiar with the story ‘Elmer’, as well as being able to make links to their own lives. There is a focus on emotional literacy throughout. Part 1 - Each day includes one group or whole class activity that focuses mostly on children’s emotions, as well as adjusting to routines and expectations. However, it would be a great transition resource for the first week of year 1. Each day covers a different Elmer book, these include: • Elmer - The Patchwork Elephant • Elmer and the Race • Elmer’s Walk • Elmer and the Lost Teddy • Elmer and Super El Part 2 - Part 2 includes a range of suggested continuous provision activities that you may want to put out for the children to access throughout the week. There is a number of activities listed, all engaging and fun. All of the continuous provision planning has direct links to the Year 1 National Curriculum (except PE, history and music), but links to the new EYFS 2021 Development Matters have also been made on the first page. This is detailed planning (3580 words). The file also includes 2 FREE worksheets! Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com Looking for planning that links to the Early Years NEW 2021 framework? Find it here! © 2021, MrsRosieTeach

Early Years Continuous Provision - Elmer Suitable for Early Years or Year 1 This scheme of work has been planned with the aim of allowing children to become totally familiar with the story ‘Elmer’, as well as being able to make links to their own lives. There is a focus on emotional literacy throughout. The planning has 2 parts; Part 1 - Each day includes one group or whole class activity that focuses mostly on children’s emotions and adjusting to routines and expectations. Each day covers a different Elmer book, these include: • Elmer - The Patchwork Elephant • Elmer and the Race • Elmer’s Walk • Elmer and the Lost Teddy • Elmer and Super El Part 2 - Part 2 includes a range of suggested continuous provision activities that you may want to put out for the children to access throughout the week. There is a number of activities listed, all engaging and fun. All of the continuous provision planning has links to the NEW EYFS 2021 Development Matters, specifically the ‘Children in reception will be learning to…’ section. This is detailed planning (3500 words). 2 FREE resources also included! Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com Looking for planning linked to the Year 1 National Curriculum? Find it here! © 2021, MrsRosieTeach

Early Years Continuous Provision - Christmas Suitable for Early Years or Year 1 This scheme of work has been planned to encourage the children to think about both the secular and the spiritual meaning of Christmas. Feel free to lean more towards either way if appropriate. Part 1 – Each day includes one group or whole class activity that teaches children about the meaning of Christmas, as well as things we associate with Christmas. This section would be perfect for an afternoon session. Each day covers a different book linked to Christmas, these include: The Crayons’ Christmas by Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers. The Nativity Story by various authors Stick Man by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler Dream Snow by Eric Carle A Chubby Little Snowman by Anonymous Part 2 - Part 2 includes a range of suggested continuous provision activities that you may want to put out for the children to access throughout the week. There is a number of activities listed, all engaging and fun. All of the continuous provision planning has links to the NEW EYFS 2021 Development Matters, specifically the ‘Children in reception will be learning to…’ section. This is detailed planning (3194 words). Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com © 2021, MrsRosieTeach

Create a Class Museum (lesson hook) Suitable for KS1 Looking for an inspiring and outstanding end of topic outcome to hook your children in at the start of a unit? A Class Museum is a fantastic end! Don’t be scared, it is not as much work as you think! The children do most of the work. A Class Museum is a great way to display all of the children’s work and learning around a topic of your choice. This detailed and highly useful step-by-step plan will give you all of the information you need to support your children in designing and creating their own museum for parents (or not)! This exciting file contains; A 6 week step-by-step plan with a checklist; A WAGOLL of a Class Museum; A blank Class Museum plan; A list for you to assign the content that the children will make for each area of the museum; A letter to send out to parents inviting them to the museum; 5 planned English lessons for the children to create an information leaflet for the museum (with 4 levels of differentiation); and a list of suggested jobs If you’re looking to develop independence, responsibility and ownership in your children, then this a is a brilliant end to any topic! Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com

Early Years - Medium Term Plan - How does it feel to be me? Suitable for Early Years This is a high quality and detailed early years medium term plan, ideal for Autumn 1. The focus is SEMH and feelings, however it does lead into autumn/harvest. It is detailed at 6 pages and 2797 words! The plan details 7 weeks of suggested taught inputs in each of the below areas. See the photos for a better understanding. There are links to the EYFS 2021 framework, with a focus on what 3 and 4 years olds should be doing at this level. All of the suggestions are engaging and fun! The areas for input include: Communication and language Personal, Social and Emotional Development Physical Development Understanding the World Expressive Arts and Design Each week there is a focus theme/ key text. They include, The Colour Monster; The Colour Monster Goes to School; The Leaf Thief; Oliver’s Vegetables; Autumn Poetry; Autumn. Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com © 2023, MrsRosieTeach

All About Me! - Medium Term Planning - Early Years EXCELLENT detailed 6 week planning - Perfect for the Autumn Term PLANNING MATCHES NEW 2021 EYFS FRAMEWORK This is a high quality and very detailed medium term plan aimed at a reception class, however could be used in nursery too. It is very detailed at 7 pages and 3400 words! The plan includes 6 weeks of lessons/ activities around the topic All About Me!/ Marvellous Me/ Ourselves. The plan covers the areas: Key texts Parent-child engagement Communication and language (Listening, Attention and Understanding), (Speaking) Personal, Social and Emotional Development (Self-Regulation), (Managing Self), (Building Relationships) Physical Development (Gross motor) (Fine motor) Literacy (Comprehension), (Reading), (Writing) Maths (Number) (Get to know the children and then WRM - Just Like Me!) Click the link for more planing that expands upon what is noted in the MTP. Understanding the World (People, Culture and Communities), (Technology as a bonus!) Expressive Arts and Design (Creating with materials) Religious education (Why is the word God so important to Christians?) Click the link for more planing that expands upon what is noted in the MTP. Outdoor provision BONUS: Homework Project Template Please leave a review if you are happy with this product; I would really appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments please email me on BackToBalanceTES@hotmail.com © 2022, MrsRosieTeach