2 basic introductory worksheets for KS1 & ESL student homework.
1: They need to read carefully whether the written answer should be either a synonyms or an antonym.
2: Synonym Sort. with synonyms for good, bad, hot, silent, big, small.
Easy to differentiate - just change the words.
Basic worksheet.
With rule.
Decide (based upon the pronoun or noun) whether the being verb should be 'am', 'is' or 'are'...fill in the blank.
(1 non-commercial clip-art image of a happy panda...I am happy, yes I am!)
Also thrown in a very basic quiz / cloze 1 slide PowerPoint ... all for free!
A negative sentence (or statement) states that something is not true or incorrect.
Two back:2:back worksheets (4 pages) with a varity of activities used as a homework.
Negative Sentences using 'Being Verbs' present and past form on worksheet_1
Negative Sentences using 'other verbs' present and past form on worksheet_2.
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3 different activities (over 4 pages) to help students identify and think about the subject of a sentence.
1. Underline the complete subject in the sentence.
2. Add an appropriate subject to the sentence.
3. Read the sentence, identify the subject, match to (non-commercial) clip-art.
Everything you need for letters and sounds phase 3!
Phonics Worksheets, table mats, and tricky words game for letters and sounds Phase 3.
Everything taught is covered:
j, v, w, x, y, z/zz, qu, ch, sh, th, ng, ai, ee, oa, short & long oo, ar, or, ur, ow, oi, er, igh, ear, air, ure
Helpful phonics bundle for Letters and Sounds phases 3 & 5 all graphemes covered.
Includes;
my best selling 242 page phonics book
a carefully designed, and very useful phase 2 and 3 phonics mat
a similar style double-sided, flippable phase 5 mat
phase 3, sets 6 & 7 differentiated worksheets
phase 3, sets 7 & 8 worksheets
phase 3, sets 8,9 & 10
Split digraph flashcards
a helpful medial vowel sounds mat
a fun phase 3 tricky words game
fun partner write & read activity worksheets
/er/ digraph labeling worksheets
/oo/ digraph labeling worksheets
/igh/ trigraph labeling worksheets
Subject Verb Agreement PowerPoint with 5 worksheets about the basic rules of subject-verb agreements.
Subject Verb Agreement PowerPoint progression:
1)Starts by reviewing what the subject and verb of a sentence is.
2)Then an example slide of the grammar rule.
3)Main part of the PowerPoint provides example sentences with various different subjects and students choose the correct form of the verb, on a click the correct form of the verb floats into place.
(rule is removed after a few slides, but then reappears so that you can reinforce [or correct] the rule).
Fun story style to keep students engaged.
4)Ends with a simple task instructing students to write examples for different subjects and pronouns.
I use it with a ESL after-school class and mini-whiteboards for pairs of students to make it into a quiz game format.
Also included are 5 carefully designed, story-style, fun worksheets which provide reinforcement and practice for the rule.
1 of the worksheets repeats the examples used in the PowerPoint.
Homonyms, Homographs & Heteronyms PowerPoint & Crossword.
Homograph PowerPoint with simple clues and clear (labeled for reuse) clip-art.
Each slide is animated: 1st click written clues are presented, 2nd click clip-art is shown, 3rd click answer is revealed - I use it with mini-whiteboards in a quiz game format.
25 common homographs presented (fit, ring, saw, gum, letters, light, train, table, club, watch, calf, coach, jam, dear, wave, cross, bark, park, orange, bat, right, tear, bow, wind, polish) ( - please see a screen shot of 9 of the slides)
Also comes with a crossword using 17 of the 25 homographs to use as a homework or reinforcement activity.
Differentiated crossword - one with clues and word box of spellings, one with only clues.
I use it with ESL grade 2-5 students in an after school club and with my grade 3 (8 & 9 year olds) when we study this in grammar, but would be enjoyed by grades 2,3,4 and 5)
/igh/ trigraph labeling worksheets.
Using 12 extra clear, black and white, clip-art images.
Differentiated with and without workbank, and wordbank with and without sound buttons.
162 Noun, Verbs, Adjectives Display Cards.
42 Verbs
42 Nouns
78 Adjectives
Perfect for classroom display, parts of speech hunt, flashcards, memory games etc.
Selection of words from the common to the more abstract.
Also included are 12 bingo pages using 37 of the above images. Each game card has 2 verbs, 2 nouns, 2 adjectives; students can therefore define words called by type etc.
Complete your verb teaching toolkit with:
EAL Newcomer: Essential Verbs & Verb Tenses
Irregular Verbs V1,V2,V3
Verb Mats
EAL Newcomer - Interactive ESL Activity
Verb Tense Games | Past Tense Cards
Split Digraph (Magic E) Flashcards /a_e/, /e_e/, /i_e/, /o_e/ & /u_e/ (long U and long /oo/ u_e) perfect for letters and sounds Phase 5
3 types of flashcard for each split digraph (i.e. 18 sets)
Black & white split digraph word with clear illustration on one card
Word on one card and illustration on another card (for matching & memory games)
Sound button flashcards
ALL suggested words from Letters and Sound Phase 5 Planning Document used, PLUS all words from Jolly Phonics suggested word list, PLUS some additional example words.
Comparatives and Superlatives worksheet with rules.
One side with 1 syllable adjectives (add 'er' & 'est')
Other side with 2 syllable adjectives (more...than & most)
Good for a homework for ESL learners.
On the left simple sentences with irregular past tense verbs.
On the right simple sentences with either present or future tense verb sentences.
Students have to;
1) Link the similar sentences.
2) Underline or highlight the verbs.
25/25 sentences in total. double sided.
Lots of words and a few sentences. Students are asked to...
Circle the noun, cross out the adjective and draw a zigzag star around the verb.
EAL/ESL Homework for grade/year 1 or 2.
Sentences need to make sense. The order of the words in a sentence can change the meaning of the sentence.
Students read the two sentences and choose the one that makes the most sense.
e.g.
Ben ate a hotdog.
A hotdog ate Ben.
EAL or ESL homework activity.
Homophones are words that sound the same but are spelt differently and have different meanings. e.g. to, too and two
Students have to circle the correct word (homophone) for each sentence.
Homework worksheet.
Food word glossary with 77 carefully selected academic vocabulary words for the IPC unit ‘What’s on the Menu’ (could be used with any food unit of study in any curriculum)
Each word has a definition and a clear picture.
9 A4 pages.
Also included are 54 word wall cards with word and image to use as flashcards or word wall cards.
Both resources designed to support EAL learners grasp essential vocabulary.
Adjectives mats & adjectives posters.
Differentiated adjective scaffolds - one with many adjectives, one with less and larger font.
Adjective mats are A4. Adjective posters are A3.
Also uploaded the publisher file if you wish to edit the example words (the font used is Topmarks )
Christingles Information Text and Fun Supporting Activities (KS1-KS3)
Discover the magical tradition of Christingles with this comprehensive reading comprehension and activity pack! Learn about the fascinating history, symbolism, and modern celebrations of this beloved Christmas custom through two differentiated texts suitable for different reading levels.
Learn about:
• The origins and history of Christingles from 1747 Germany to modern Britain
• The symbolic meaning of each Christingle component (orange, candle, ribbon, and treats)
• How Christingle services bring communities together
• The connection to The Children’s Society charity
• Modern adaptations and safety considerations
• Cultural and religious significance
Download includes:
Two leveled texts:
• KS1/Lower KS2 (Years 2-4): Simplified, engaging text with clear explanations
• Upper KS2/KS3 (Years 5-8): More detailed text exploring deeper meanings and historical context
Each text comes with:
• Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz
• Traditional Written Response Worksheets
• Mixed Activity Sheets (including sequencing, vocabulary work, fact-finding)
• True/False Quiz
• Fill-in-the-blank Cloze Summary
• Two differentiated crosswords (4 total)
Perfect for:
• RE lessons
• Christmas activities
• Reading comprehension practice
All materials are classroom-ready with answer keys included. Ideal for whole class teaching, independent work, or homework activities during the festive season.
Looking for more holiday reading resources? Check out my other Christmas reading resources:
Night Before Christmas Poem Comprehension
Little Match Girl Christmas Story
Little Fir Tree Christmas Reading
The Nutcracker Christmas Worksheets
Non-Fiction:
The History of the Christmas Tree