I am a London based primary school teacher with over 20 years experience. I am passionate about Key stage one and have also taught in EYFS and KS2. I love making resources for myself and other teachers.
I am a London based primary school teacher with over 20 years experience. I am passionate about Key stage one and have also taught in EYFS and KS2. I love making resources for myself and other teachers.
Here are the common exception words for year 1. I love the cute crayon design. There are four words per A4 size paper which I would cut apart. These can be used as flash cards for reading practice of the high frequency words or they make a really cute display.
These are perfect for a back to school display which has a useful element to it.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-word-bundle-12354917
or
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-year-1-patchwork-apples-12356981
Get set for Autumn with the common exception words for year 1. Each high frequency word appears in bold, simple lettering in a cute pumpkin. Four words per A4 paper.
These are perfect for back to school, Autumn term or Harvest display. The high frequency words are great on working walls or English displays. The cards can be used as flash cards or in a pocket chart to develop pupil’s speed reading of the high frequency words. I like to add these to my Harvest Display; they look super cute and add a useful element to the Autumnal theme.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-words-flash-cards-or-display-cute-crayons-12166345
Here are all the common exception words for year 2. Bold writing and bright blue background make these perfect for display or a small washing line but they also make great flash cards. This is my favourite blue for my classroom use and I hope you’ll like it as much as I do.
I like to display these so pupil’s can use them easily for spelling the high frequency words but also for flash cards to develop speed reading. Four words per A4 sheet.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-2-word-mat-common-exception-words-12312069
Task cards can be given as an activity, as something pupils do if they finish early, as a plenary or can be given as a challenge at the end of an activity. These 48 task cards have been designed for Key stage one children. They are ready for home learning too as there is no prep.
They include:
-identifying and naming shapes
-describing differences between two shapes
-identifying the shape that does not belong in the group and explaining why
-describing how two shapes are similar
-identifying what shape is created when two shapes are joined together
-Identifying shapes in a given picture
-Complete a shape pattern
-identify a given shape in a pattern beyond the pattern given
-explain if a sequence of shapes is correct or incorrect
Some teachers like to laminate the cards. I like to put a pack of cards on each table so children can self select their work.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/open-ended-investigations-12254570
This fun shape sorting activity is perfect for your nursery, reception or SEN classroom. The adorable hands-on shape activities are perfect for your math centers. Use it for both independent or small group activities.
Included:
12 match the shape cards which are provided in both colour and printer friendly black and white versions
12 2D shape clip cards
6 real life shape mats and pictures of real objects to sort and match to the given shape
Matching cards:
I like to laminate these so they can be used again and again. Some teachers like to take the matching cards a step further by adding velcro. It’s up to you. To use lay out the shape cards and pupils match the cards to their given shape. The black and white version can be used as an assessment or pupils may enjoy colouring their own set to personalise it.
Clip cards:
The children identify the shape using a paper clip or clothes peg to the matching shape. The game includes 12 cards and can be modified to fit the needs of your students by adding or removing cards.
Real life shape mats:
I like to laminate these. Pupils can first identify their shape on the mat and then go on to sort out the real life pictures which match the shape on the mat.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/heavier-and-lighter-clip-cards-12561853
or
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/numbers-to-10-clip-cards-12564821
Everything you need to create a bright and cheery growth mindset motivational display. 47 posters included which could create a huge display or a smaller display which changes over the year.
Included:
16 portrait growth mindset posters
16 landscape growth mindset posters
15 portrait growth mindset questions
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/book-corner-area-display-bright-stripes-12167366
All of the year 1 Common Exception Words for flash cards or display. Plus all of the common words on word mats which are very useful to have on the desks when students are writing. I love the patchwork apples for Autumn term or back to school display and use the cute pumpkins to add to the Harvest Festival Display.
Included:
CEW patchwork apples
CEW cute pumpkins
CEW blue stripes
word mats on striped backgrounds.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-read-and-roll-game-year-1-12285122
These clip cards are a great way for students to practice their recognition of vertebrates and invertebrates using a multiple choice system. 32 cards are included. Each card has a choice of two answers. Students select the correct answer by clipping a clothespin, peg or paper clip to it. Answer sheet included so pupils can self check their work.
I like to laminate these cards so students can simply circle the correct answer using a dry erase marker. Alternatively, you can print these on paper to hand out to your class at the end of the lesson; pupils circle the correct answer and hand in as a great exit ticket or plenary to the lesson.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/animal-diets-carnivore-herbivore-and-omnivore-ks1-12278108
This is the introduction I use with Key stage 1 pupils for Shrove Tuesday (Pancake day).
What’s included:
Introduction slides (14 page PDF) with information and pictures including what is lent, how it is celebrated here and in other places, the origins of pancake day and how it is celebrated.
A sorting activity: for lent and not for lent
A sample of what writing within the topic might look like
A word mat to support writing
3 worksheets and answer pages
simple knowledge organiser
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-symbols-ks1-12084396
Introducing our comprehensive CVC word activities pack, a must-have resource for early educators and parents alike! With over 80 vibrant CVC word cards, each featuring large, clear writing and bold imagery, this pack is designed to enhance literacy skills in young learners. What sets our pack apart is the inclusion of a recording sheet for each word card, providing children with an interactive way to practice writing. Simply laminate the cards for durability, and let children use dry erase felt tips for endless writing practice. Perfect for independent activities or as a valuable addition to any writing area, these activities offer engaging learning opportunities for children in a variety of settings.
Included in this pack:
Over 80 CVC word cards (3 per A4 page)
5 recording sheets (one for each short vowel sound)
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-worksheets-12830655
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-clipcards-12828829
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Equip your students with the knowledge and skills they need to delve into the fascinating world of trees with this comprehensive resource bundle. Perfect for enhancing science lessons and facilitating deeper understanding of botanical concepts.
Explore three invaluable resources designed to support students in their exploration of trees within their science curriculum.
Included in the bundle:
Lesson slides on structure of a tree (parts of a tree)
Lesson slides on types of trees (conifer and deciduous)
Word bank/word mat
Lesson slides on identifying an oak tree
Oak tree worksheet
1 page vocabulary mat
32 clip cards to identify deciduous and coniferous trees
These clip cards are a great way for students to practice reading CVC words. Over 70 cards are included; each card has three possible answers. Students select the correct answer by clipping a clothespin, peg or paper clip to it.
I like to laminate these cards so students can simply circle the correct answer using a dry erase marker. These cards are great for talk partner work, think-pair-share or in a tough spot. Alternatively, you can print these on paper to hand out to your class at the end of the lesson; pupils circle the correct answer and hand in as a great exit ticket or plenary to the lesson.
These are perfect for EYFS pupils but may be helpful for your lower KS1 pupils too.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-roll-and-read-game-12560636
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Fantasitc CVC Words Teaching Resource: Perfect for EYFS and Lower KS1.
Elevate your literacy lessons with our premier CVC words teaching resource, specially crafted to engage young learners in foundational phonics skills. This comprehensive set features three distinct modules tailored to cater to diverse learning needs.
Set One: Dive into CVC words matching with 10 vibrant worksheets, ideal for EYFS and lower KS1 pupils. Each worksheet showcases a CVC word paired with its corresponding picture, available in both color and printer-friendly black and white versions. Enhance durability by laminating for repeated use, allowing children to utilize felt-tip pens to draw matching lines.
Set Two: Foster independent learning with 12 dynamic worksheets, offering children the opportunity to read CVC words, cut and paste matching pictures, and practice writing the words independently. Perfect for assessment activities and revision sessions, these worksheets provide invaluable reinforcement of CVC word recognition. Each worksheet is thoughtfully designed in both color and printer-friendly black and white versions.
Set Three: Encourage phonetic exploration with 10 engaging worksheets, inviting pupils to write individual sounds to form complete CVC words matching the provided pictures. For added support, word banks are included to assist less confident learners. Available in color and black and white formats, these worksheets promote confidence in phonemic decoding.
Included within this comprehensive resource are:
6 Short ‘a’ CVC word worksheets
6 Short ‘e’ CVC word worksheets
6 Short ‘i’ CVC word worksheets
6 Short ‘o’ CVC word worksheets
6 Short ‘u’ CVC word worksheets
2 Mixed vowel CVC word worksheets
Unlock the power of CVC words mastery with our top-rated teaching resource, designed to inspire young minds and foster literacy proficiency.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-roll-and-read-game-12560636
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-clipcards-12828829
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Create a cute working wall with these resources.
Included:
maths working wall bunting
working wall headings
numbers for the washing line
stem sentences in speech bubbles
questions in a cute frame
All items can be laminated so can be used again and again.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/reading-corner-display-bright-stripes-12167366
These clip cards are a great way for students to practice their recognition of the continents of the world using a multiple choice system. 32 cards are included which cover the 7 continents using various visual representations. Each card has three possible answers. Students select the correct answer by clipping a clothespin, peg or paper clip to it.
I like to laminate these cards so students can simply circle the correct answer using a dry erase marker. Alternatively, you can print these on paper to hand out to your class at the end of the lesson; pupils circle the correct answer and hand in as a great exit ticket or plenary to the lesson.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/islands-geography-for-ks1-12168489
This 28-page PDF guide explores the diverse characteristics, habitats, and distinctive features of reptiles, showcasing vivid imagery and concise descriptions crafted to captivate young minds. Concluding with three interactive true or false questions, it encourages lively group discussions and serves as an ideal conclusion to lessons.
Elevate writing exercises with provided exemplars and a convenient vocabulary mat, enriching learning experiences.
Included:
28-page PDF on Reptiles
Vocabulary mat
You might also be interested in this resource about amphibians:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12979841
Discover two invaluable tools for teaching animal classification.
Our first resource aids students in distinguishing between vertebrates and invertebrates, laying the groundwork for understanding the animal kingdom’s diverse categories.
Delve deeper with our second resource, where learners progress to categorizing vertebrates into mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds, enhancing their comprehension of animal diversity.
Includes:
lesson slides
worksheets
challenges
knowledge organisers
word banks
Perfect for key stage one learning.
Dive into the captivating realm of fish with these extensive teaching slides tailored for KS1 learners.
This 32-page PDF resource explores the attributes, environments, and distinctive features of fish, accompanied by vivid images and concise descriptions to captivate young minds. Delve further with included examples of writing on the topic, providing inspiration and guidance for students. Conclude your exploration with three interactive true or false questions, ideal for stimulating group conversations or summarizing the lesson.
Elevate writing exercises using provided examples and a convenient vocabulary mat.
Included:
32 page PDF teaching slides
vocabulary mat
You might also be interested in this resource on amphibians:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/amphibians-for-ks1-12979841
or this resource on reptiles:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/reptiles-for-ks1-13008455
Unlock the fascinating world of amphibians with these comprehensive teaching slides designed for KS1 pupils.
This 28-page PDF resource delves into the characteristics, habitats, and unique traits of amphibians, featuring vibrant images and clear explanations to engage young learners. At the conclusion, find three interactive true or false questions perfect for group discussions or lesson wrap-ups.
Enhance writing activities with included exemplars and a handy vocabulary mat.
Included:
28-page PDF on Amphibians
Vocabulary mat
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/reptiles-for-ks1-13008455
Explore the excitement of Write the Room games—an entertaining and interactive learning experience for students. Scatter the cards throughout the classroom, prompting students to embark on a thrilling hunt for corresponding pictures while recording the associated words on their sheets. This dynamic activity not only serves as a straightforward assessment tool but also encourages active engagement by getting students out of their seats and into motion.
This comprehensive bundle comprises 14 captivating Write the Room games, accompanied by corresponding recording sheets and answer guides. Perfectly aligned with RWI curriculum standards, these games seamlessly integrate with Word Time Reading 1.2-1.4, making them an ideal resource for RWI schools seeking to enhance their educational repertoire.