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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.

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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.
Working wall numbers display
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Working wall numbers display

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Here are the numbers which I use on my working wall washing line. Each number appears on a little shirt. This is a small size washing line to fit onto a working wall or to use in a pocket chart. Also included are socks numbers 1-20. I love these for odd and even. Included: numbers 0-100; each number on a shirt shirts with addition, subtraction and equals symbols shirts with one more and less, ten more and less and equals numbers 1-20 on socks This is a super addition to any maths working wall. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-working-wall-bunting-cute-stripes-12331850
year 2 word mat - common exception words
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year 2 word mat - common exception words

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Use the common exception word mats on each table when your year 2 students are writing. They will have easy and quick access to the words they need as they write. Included: 9 different coloured word mats 1 plain word mat You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-2-common-exception-word-display-blue-background-12170275
KS1 trees: writing for science
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KS1 trees: writing for science

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Here are the resources I use with my students to learn about the structure of trees (parts of a tree) and the differences between coniferous and deciduous trees. There are opportunities for children to answer questions with a talk partner or as a class to develop their ideas for writing. Included within the lesson starters is a sample of what their writing might look like and a few prompts for the student to use to keep them on track. To aid in starting to identify trees, I’ve included a lesson starter about identifying and describing an oak tree. There is a word bank and worksheet for this task. Included: Lesson starter on structure of a tree (parts of a tree) PDF Lesson starter on types of trees (conifer and deciduous) PDF Word bank/word mat Lesson starter on identifying an oak tree (PDF) Oak tree worksheet You might also like: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/animal-diets-carnivore-herbivore-and-omnivore-ks1-12278108 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/habitats-writing-for-science-12063557 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews
Common Exception words read and roll game year 1
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Common Exception words read and roll game year 1

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Practice reading the year 1 common exception words with this roll and read game. Included are 8 games which cover all the tricky words for the year 1 curriculum. Also included is a blank game so you can create your own game using word which suit your pupils, theme or topic. There are two versions included: one with striped backgrounds and one plain. This is a great resource for home learning too. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-word-mat-common-exception-words-12168506
Animal diets: Carnivore, Herbivore and Omnivore KS1
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Animal diets: Carnivore, Herbivore and Omnivore KS1

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Discover the fascinating world of animal diets with our educational resource designed for Key Stage 1 students. Delve into the concepts of carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores as you learn how animals are grouped based on their dietary preferences. Engage young minds with this informative introduction to the diverse eating habits of creatures big and small. Included: A 20 page PDF lesson introduction explaining the animal groups and their diets. Includes opportunities for talk partner work and discussion. 3 worksheets. Each worksheet has been differentiated 2 ways. A knowledge organiser. Pictures and headings for display. If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/habitats-writing-for-science-12063557
Doubling for KS1
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Doubling for KS1

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Here are a few of the items I use when introducing doubling of two digit numbers to pupils. Included is a part, part, whole doubling model and a couple of questions I use with pupils. One of the questions is open ended. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/one-less-worksheets-12192722
Easter symbols display -RE: Christianity
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Easter symbols display -RE: Christianity

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Here we have an Easter display, ready to be printed, which shows the symbols of Easter including: spring flowers, lilies, chicks, bunnies, eggs, lambs, palm leaves and hot cross buns. Bold images can be used to encourage discussion and relate back to the Easter story. Laminate these PDF labelled pictures and you can use them again and again. I’ve also included some Easter bunting in pastel colours which says “Happy Easter” If you like this resource please have a look in my shop for my other Easter items including Shove Tuesday and Symbols of Easter. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-symbols-ks1-12084396 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/shrove-tuesday-12254546
Open ended maths investigations
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Open ended maths investigations

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Open ended maths investigations are vital for allowing opportunities for pupils to use their developing skills. Included here are investigations for: fractions of number and shapes measurement including length, time and mass addition with regrouping Each investigation is differentiated 3 ways to meet the needs of your classroom and allow for challenge. These are perfect for home learning too.
Easter bundle
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Easter bundle

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Here are the resources I use with key stage 1 pupils during their spring work on Christianity. Included is everything you need to teach children about the symbols of Easter and what they might mean to Christians, information about pancake day including pancake day in other countries and a super Easter symbols display for your classroom. Cute Easter bunting too! I hope you enjoy using these resources as much as I do.
Pancake Day Shrove Tuesday
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Pancake Day Shrove Tuesday

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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 You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-symbols-ks1-12084396
2D shape activity cards - 48 activities
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2D shape activity cards - 48 activities

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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. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/open-ended-investigations-12254570
Length problem solving Year 1
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Length problem solving Year 1

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Here is an introduction I use for problem solving with length with year 1 students. I use this following on from measuring lengths using non-standard units. It uses the non-standard units of cubes. It enables children to use part, part whole model and begins a gentle introduction on bar modeling. If you like this resource, please have a look at my others available in my shop including the one less worksheets which are also aimed at year 1 pupils: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/one-less-worksheets-12192722
Mapping for KS1
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Mapping for KS1

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Geography skills for KS1. Included are two lesson slides aimed at introducing KS1 pupils to mapping. Each set of slides include lots of questions which can be used by talk partners or whole class to aid students in developing their understanding and meeting the expectations of the National Curriculum. Included: Part one: understanding symbols and keys (18 page PDF) Part two: understanding compass directions and using directional language (12 page PDF) You might also be interested in these mapping worksheets: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12537231 or this geography resource about islands: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/islands-geography-for-ks1-12168489
One less worksheets
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One less worksheets

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Enhance your students’ understanding of the concept of “one less” with this comprehensive set of worksheets designed for a week-long practice! What’s included: -5 worksheets, each tailored with two levels of differentiation -Every worksheet features a stimulating challenge to promote critical thinking -An open-ended investigation activity to deepen comprehension Ideal for classroom use or as homework assignments, these worksheets effectively reinforce the fundamental concept of “one less,” serving as an introduction to subtraction. Engage your students in meaningful learning experiences with this valuable resource. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/stem-sentences-for-the-maths-working-wall-12353527
Harvest Festival
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Harvest Festival

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Discover the joy of Harvest Festival! Introduce your KS1 pupils to the wonderful world of Harvest celebrations with these engaging lesson slides and worksheets. Through bold images and vibrant pictures children will learn about Harvest festival and how it is celebrated during this bountiful time of the year. Questioning slides, which are included, spark curiosity and help young learners develop a deeper understanding of the Harvest festival traditions through peer and group discussions. Children can follow this up by showing their understanding using the worksheets included. Included: Lesson slides (15 PDF slides) 3 harvest worksheets You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/harvest-festival-12527607 or https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-words-cute-pumpkins-12354281 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews
Year 1 and 2 Common Exception Words
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Year 1 and 2 Common Exception Words

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Help students with their writing by displaying the common exception words. These words can also be used as flash cards, in your pocket chart or on the washing line. 4 words per A4 sheet. This pack includes all the common exception words for year 1 and year 2. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-2-word-mat-common-exception-words-12312069 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-word-mat-bundle-ks1-12312234
Year 2 Common Exception Words - blue stripes
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Year 2 Common Exception Words - blue stripes

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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. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-2-word-mat-common-exception-words-12312069
Year 2 Common Exception Words
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Year 2 Common Exception Words

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Set up your classroom quickly with this display of the year 2 common exception words. Alternatively, these make great flash cards or can be used in your pocket chart or on your washing line. Four word cards per A4 sheet. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-2-word-mat-common-exception-words-12312069
Year 1 Word Mat - Common Exception Words
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Year 1 Word Mat - Common Exception Words

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These common exception words word mats are perfect for the student’s tables. They’ll have easy and quick access to the high frequency words they need as they write. Words are arranged alphabetically. Laminate these common word mats and they can be used again and again. These word mats could be photocopied and stuck into books as a reference sheet for high frequency word spellings, or enlarged and displayed in your classroom. Included: 9 mats in a variety of colours 1 plain word mat You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-read-and-roll-game-year-1-12285122 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-word-flash-cards-or-display-blue-stripes-12168501
Year 1 Common Exception Word flash cards or display - Blue stripes
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Year 1 Common Exception Word flash cards or display - Blue stripes

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All the year 1 common exception words in bold print on a blue background. Perfect for display or flash card use. 4 high frequency words per A4 sheet. I use these cards around my English working wall display. They really support the spelling of high frequency words. These cards also fit nicely into a pocket chart. These can be used as flash cards to develop speed reading of the common exception words. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-words-flash-cards-or-display-cute-crayons-12166345