I have been a teacher for 20 years and have made a lot of resources that have worked in my classroom. You can find them on Tes . I have also made some Boomcards which you can preview on the linktree link below.
I have been a teacher for 20 years and have made a lot of resources that have worked in my classroom. You can find them on Tes . I have also made some Boomcards which you can preview on the linktree link below.
These Adverb Boom Cards will help your students to identify adverbs in sentences. This set was made with Primary 2 in mind, but you can use it with Primary 1 to challenge them and with Primary 3 to review this standard. These are great for ESL learners, too!
Boom cards provide a great way to incorporate technology in your classroom. They play on interactive whiteboards, computers, and tablets.
❤ These digital task cards would be perfect for:
Whole Class Instruction
Small Group Instruction
Independent Work
Centers
Assessment
Homework
★Engaging Noun Identification: Digital Boom Cards™ Deck for Primary 2-3! Transform the way your students learn to identify common and proper nouns with this dynamic and purposeful digital resource! This Boom Cards™ deck offers a fun and NO PREP way to practice noun identification, making learning an interactive and enjoyable experience. Perfect for Primary 2-3 students!
Key Features
► Purposeful Practice: Provide students with 28 randomized task cards that offer targeted practice in identifying common and proper nouns. Each session presents a new set of challenges, ensuring comprehensive learning.
► Randomized Deck: Keep engagement high with a deck that randomizes the order of task cards. This feature makes every session unique, preventing predictability and promoting attentive learning.
►Versatile Use: Whether for fast finishers, enrichment activities, digital learning, distance learning, homework, or in-class assessments, this Boom Cards™ deck adapts to various teaching scenarios.
► Interactive Learning: Capitalize on the digital format to make learning interactive and enjoyable. Watch as students actively engage with the content, promoting a deeper understanding of common and proper nouns.
Why Choose This Digital Resource?
• No Prep Needed: Save time and effort with a NO PREP, paperless resource that requires minimal setup and offers maximum engagement.
•Digital and Distance Learning Ready: Seamlessly integrate this resource into digital learning environments, making it suitable for both in-class and remote teaching scenarios.
•Aligned with Primary 2-3 Curriculum: Specifically designed for Primary 2-3 students, ensuring relevance and appropriateness for the targeted age group.
Make noun identification a joyful and interactive experience for your students with this exciting Boom Cards™ deck. Elevate learning with technology and watch as your students master common and proper nouns with enthusiasm! ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Not Sure About Boom in your classroom? Boom Learning was awarded the Academics’ Choice Awards™ Smart Media Award .
CLICK THE PREVIEW LINK TO PLAY A SAMPLE OF THIS GAME
PREVIEW LINK
To get a feel for Boomcards, here is a free one on place value I have made available https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/boom-cards-writing-large-numbers-in-words-and-digits-12574118
❤❤Students love these type of games and will be begging for more.❤❤
After you purchase this product, you will download a PDF that will contain a link to your purchased cards on Boom Learning. To redeem your Boom Cards, you will create an account for Bloom Learning. The account that accompanies your purchase allows you to play the Boom Cards on interactive white boards and with individual students using Fast Play. Fast Play does not save student progress reports.
English Phonics Worksheets
Let me introduce you to my Silent Letters Focus Reading comprehension activity to incorporate into your daily routines. It is a great way to grab your student’s attention and will be a fun way to learn more about the quirks of our language no matter your students’ grade level.
With these worksheets learners first read the focus words in the box on the right, then find them in the passage and highlight them. They colour the (house) picture on top after reading the passage each time. As the students become more familiar with the comprehension passages, they will notice their accuracy and fluency increase. Learners will then will answer the reading comprehension questions at the bottom of the page…
These no-prep printables could be assigned to your students for group work, literacy centre, homework, or even as a quick assessment. Suitable for Primary Learners, 2nd-3rd year.
Contents
5 worksheets focusing on the following silent letters
silent b
silent k
silent w
silent h
silent l
Silent Letters Phonics Reading Comprehension Passages are perfect to focus on the words with silent letters whilst increasing fluency. The passage is followed up by a set of text-based questions to check for comprehension. The passages are kept simple and sweet ,using appropriate sight words and vocabulary to help build fluency
This no-prep printables could be assigned to your students for group work, literacy center, homework, or even as a quick assessment of the silent letter h.
Suitable for Primary Key Stage 1 Learners, years 2-3.
★Silent Letters Phonics Reading Comprehension Passages: Enhance Fluency with Engaging Content! Unlock the door to phonics mastery with this Silent Letters Phonics Reading Comprehension Passages, meticulously designed to captivate young learners while reinforcing the understanding of silent letters. Tailored for Primary Key Stage 1 learners in years 2-3, these passages offer an immersive and enjoyable way to tackle the nuances of silent letters, promoting increased fluency and comprehension.
Key Features:
► Focused Silent Letters Exploration: Immerse your students in a journey through carefully crafted passages that emphasize words with silent letters. Each passage serves as a linguistic adventure, providing an opportunity to identify and comprehend these elusive letters.
► Simple and Sweet Composition: Our passages strike a perfect balance, ensuring simplicity and sweetness. By incorporating appropriate sight words and vocabulary, we create an environment conducive to building fluency and confidence in young readers. The engaging narratives make learning a joyous experience.
► Comprehensive Comprehension Check: Following each passage, students encounter a set of thought-provoking text-based questions. These questions are strategically designed to assess comprehension, enabling teachers to gauge the effectiveness of the lesson and students to consolidate their understanding.
► No-Prep Printables for Versatile Use: Busy educators, rejoice! These no-prep printables are ready to go, making them ideal for various settings such as group work, literacy centers, homework assignments, or quick assessments. Effortlessly integrate them into your lesson plans for a seamless and effective learning experience.
► Suitable for Primary Key Stage 1 Learners: Tailored to the specific needs of Primary Key Stage 1 learners in years 2-3, these passages align with curriculum objectives and foster the development of essential reading skills in a targeted and age-appropriate manner.
** Why Choose Silent Letters Phonics Reading Comprehension Passages?**
With our meticulously crafted resources, you’re not just teaching silent letters; you’re fostering a love for reading. Elevate your phonics lessons, empower your students, and watch as their fluency and comprehension soar! Perfect for educators seeking engaging, effective, and easy-to-implement tools for language development. Grab your Silent Letters Phonics Reading Comprehension Passages today and embark on a journey of literacy success!❤❤❤❤
Is this a dagger which I see before me? No, it is just a Macbeth Knowledge Organiser!
This Macbeth knowledge organiser will help students make sense of the Scottish Play, and get them well versed on the plot, characters, key themes and important quotes that they need to know for the exams.
A handy 2 page document that details a lot of the important points about Macbeth that students should know. Suitable for GCSE English and English Lit.
This child-friendly news article explains all about how Jupiter has now been declared the planet with the most moons in our Solar System. It includes age-appropriate language to help you talk about this and some of our different moons with children between the ages of 7 and 11 (key stage 2 in England).
The comprehension task also includes comprehension questions based on the newspaper report. Answers are included
A nice way to learn about some of the planets whilst working on reading and comprehension skills.
Suitable for KS2 English and Functional Skills Literacy Level 1
Give this comprehension task to pupils to teach them about the serious issues related to air pollution. The newspaper style article explains what air pollution is and the different ways in which it is caused. As well as teaching pupils about air pollution, it also discusses ways in which we can all make small changes in order to reduce air pollution.
Includes a set of ten questions based on the text in the article. Answers included
Suitable for KS3 English, GCSE English and Functional Skills Literacy.
'Is this a dagger which I see before me"
Help pupils to learn key quotations for Macbeth with a Macbeth Quote Flashcards quiz: a superb resource for reinforcing essential material from The Scottish Play in preparation for the GCSE English Literature exam.
Each quote on the Flashcards contains a portion missing. Students must fill in the missing quotation or match them to the corresponding card, for example:
“There’s no _____ to find the maid’s construction in the face”
which matches, of course, to
“There’s no art to find the maid’s construction in the face”
An excellent class activity to ensure your students really know the play for their GCSE assessments, these Macbeth Quote Flashcards are a great teaching, assessment or revision tool.
★"Gaming Addiction Unveiled: A Classroom Discussion!" Is gaming addiction a growing concern? Dive into this crucial conversation with your students using our tailored discussion pack! Ideal for GCSE English Foundation: Speaking and Listening, and Functional Skills Literacy Level 1 and 2, this resource sparks insightful discussions through a vibrant PowerPoint and strategic worksheets.
★Key Features:
➤ Engaging PowerPoint: Fuel debate with a visually appealing presentation exploring the question, “Is Gaming Addiction a Growing Problem?”
➤Activity Worksheets: Encourage thoughtful responses with 4 dynamic worksheets, including a Gaming Addiction Advice Activity and a Personal Response sheet.
➤ Debate Resource: Equip learners with the tools to express their opinions coherently and contribute meaningfully to the discussion.
➤Why Discuss Gaming Addiction?
In the digital age, gaming is ubiquitous. Foster critical thinking, communication skills, and awareness by delving into the potential challenges of gaming addiction.
★Ideal for Various Levels:
Tailored for GCSE English Foundation and Functional Skills Literacy Levels 1 and 2, this pack aligns seamlessly with curriculum goals, making the topic accessible for diverse learners.
★Encourage Expressive Learning
Guide your students in planning and articulating their thoughts with the provided worksheets, creating an interactive and empowering learning experience.
★Download Now for a Thought-Provoking Discussion:
Engage your class in a dialogue that matters. Download the “Is Gaming Addiction a Growing Problem?” discussion pack now to facilitate meaningful conversations about the impact of gaming in today’s digital landscape. ❤
This colourful Easter themed PowerPoint teaches children basic place prepositions. Great for learning positional vocabulary and describing where things are positioned. Suitable for ages 5-7.
Includes
Above
Below
Around
Behind
Between
Inside
In front of
Next to
On Top
Outside
Over
Under
Find other prepositions resources below
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/matching-prepositions-activity-easter-theme-12820581
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-themed-prepositions-filling-in-the-blanks-activity-12820280
Match the preposition to the image. Suitable for ages 5 to 7.
On this resource, you will find two sheets available that have common prepositions listed on one side and illustrations on the other. After students match the prepositions with the illustrations, ask them to give their work to the person sitting next to them and check each other’s work. This will help them gain a better understanding of the subject, and it will also make them feel more independent. This activity is perfect for the classroom as well as for homework.
Students can colour in the pictures when finished
This handy in prepositions worksheet will help your students gain an understanding of positions. The worksheet includes a variety of Easter themed images, demonstrating an Easter chick in various positions alongside and Easter egg. Children have to fill in the sentences under each picture with the correct preposition.
This prepositions worksheet will teach children how to identify positional language and how to use it correctly in their own writing. Once they’ve filled in the missing words, children could colour in the pictures to bring some extra fun to this grammar activity. Plus, there are three different worksheets included in this pack - enough to keep children busy.
Ignite Critical Thinking with our ‘Are Zoos Cruel?’ Discussion Pack! Stimulate thought-provoking discussions in your GCSE English and Functional Skills Level 1 and Level 2 classrooms with our engaging and colorful “Are Zoos Cruel?” Discussion Pack. This comprehensive resource is designed to inspire debate and foster articulate expression of opinions on the ethical question surrounding zoos.
Key Features:
► Dynamic PowerPoint Presentation:
Capture your students’ attention with a vibrant and editable PowerPoint presentation, carefully crafted to encourage debate and prompt thoughtful exploration of the complex issue at hand.
►Structured Discussion Worksheets:
Equip your learners with the tools to articulate their thoughts effectively. The pack includes four detailed worksheets:
★For and Against Discussion Sheet: Encourages students to weigh the pros and cons of the argument.
★Research Activity Sheet: Guides students in conducting research to enhance their understanding and argumentative points.
★The Big Debate Discussion Sheet: Helps learners organize and structure their key points for a comprehensive discussion.
★What Do You Think Discussion Sheet: Provides a platform for personal reflection and expression of individual opinions.
► Critical Thinking Development:
Elevate your students’ critical thinking skills as they delve into the multifaceted aspects of the debate, fostering a deeper understanding of the ethical implications surrounding zoos.
How to Use:
► Engaging Classroom Discussions:
Implement the pack as part of a classroom discussion session, allowing students to express their thoughts, actively listen to others, and engage in respectful debate.
► Research Integration:
Utilize the research activity sheet to encourage independent learning, enhancing students’ ability to gather and evaluate information on the topic.
► Perfect for Formal Debates:
Enhance your debate sessions with structured discussion sheets that guide learners in presenting compelling arguments, whether they are advocating for or against the ethical considerations of zoos.
Transform your classroom into a hub of critical thinking and articulate expression with our ‘Are Zoos Cruel?’ Discussion Pack. Grab your pack now and watch as your students engage in insightful discussions, developing valuable communication skills along the way!❤❤❤
Why use this Handwriting Alphabet Worksheet?
This essential Handwriting Alphabet sheet contains letter formation outlines for the Upper case variations of every letter of the English alphabet.
Simple and adaptable to a wide range of English handwriting exercises, it is a great way of enforcing key letter shapes with your pupils that will stay with them for the rest of their lives. The Handwriting Alphabet worksheet is easy to print and use instantly, and is also helpful for ESL/EFL students who are learning English.
Regardless of the learning scenario, these alphabet handwriting worksheets are sure to become a staple of your English lesson plans. This is a fantastic addition to any handwriting lesson.
How can I use this resource at home or in the classroom?
This handwriting alphabet sheet is a great activity on its own, but is also a great gateway into other literacy actvties. Children could use the letter shapes to form familiar words, and more advanced pupils could create independent stories from the letters used in practice.
What is the importance of handwriting in education?
Handwriting isn’t just about neat writing! This activity is a perfect introduction to fine motor skills.
Use this Linguistic Phonics Phase1 CVC Activity Sheet to support pupils working at Phase 1. The resource focuses on word building using the short vowel ‘a’ and requires pupils to build VC and CVC words.
There are 14 words in total with matching images, learners write in the letters to make the words and can colour in the pictures.
Words included are
Tap
Jam
Cat
Sad
Pan
Nap
Map
Mad
bag
Mat
Cap
Can
Cab
Bat
Master essential non-fiction reading skills with this BoomCard deck based on a short text about The Great Fire of London. Suitable for Primary 1 to 3
In this Deck you will find a short non fiction text on The Great Fire of London and 13 activity cards with True or False questions, multiple choice , fill in the missing word and drag and drop questions based on the text. Learners can click a link to return to the text to reread throughout the deck.
These Boomcards work well as sell-paced work on learners devices or as a whole class activity on Interactive Whiteboard
You do not need to buy a Boom Cards membership!! Just create a free account with the link provided and this resource is yours to use in class on IWB or to share with students to use on their devices. Instructions re provided in the the document that is downloaded with this resource.
How to use:
After purchase click on the REDEEM link provided in the download to access the Boom Cards™deck.
This will redirect you to the Boom Learning™ website.
Select the ‘Redeem’ option.
This will prompt you to set up an account if you don’t already have one
If you already have an account simply sign in to access your new deck of Boom Cards™
A lovely word map for children to collect the words that relate to pirates! Children write the words into the word map based on the pirate themed images shown or they cut and stick the images and words in.
Suitable for ages 3-6
A fun 15 question quiz, that could be used throughout the year. Learners have to work out the name of 15 popular nursery rhymes using the emojis. Learners love quizzes and will love having to get the titles of the nursery rhymes using emojis. Answers included in powerpoint. Suitable for primary school students although older learners will find it enjoyable as well
Answers
The wheels on the bus
Hickory Dickory Clock
Baa Baa Black Sheep
London Bridge is Falling Down
Old McDonald had a Farm
Twinkl Twinkl Little Star
Rain Rain Go Away
Hot Cross Buns
Humpty Dumpty
Hey Diddle Diddle
Row Row Your Boat
Jack and Jill
Are You Sleeping
The old Woman who lived in a shoe
Give your students the opportunity to review and consolidate their knowledge of antonyms with this fun interactive matching game. There are 15 Activity cards in the Boom Deck. The game presents students with jumbled pairs of antonyms that must correctly be sorted and matched. This task is best suited to Primary school students in Years 3 to6
Check out a PREVIEW here
Your child can play this interactive matching game to learn and practise identifying antonyms , which are words that have the opposite meaning. .
Antonyms are words or phrases that mean the opposite of another word or phrase. A good way of testing if a word is an antonym is by replacing your original word with it in a sentence. If the sentence makes sense but is also the opposite of what it said originally, then congratulations, you’ve found an antonym! A good understanding and sound knowledge of antonyms is a great strength for students in supporting their writing.
You do not need to buy a Boom Cards membership!! Just create a free account with the link provided and this resource is yours to use in class on IWB or to share with students to use on their devices. Instructions re provided in the the document that is downloaded with this resource.
How to use:
After purchase click on the REDEEM link provided in the download to access the Boom Cards™deck.
This will redirect you to the Boom Learning™ website.
Select the ‘Redeem’ option.
This will prompt you to set up an account if you don’t already have one
If you already have an account simply sign in to access your new deck of Boom Cards™
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