An array of resources, inspired by “The Very Busy Spider,” all centered around a spider theme. This pack includes vibrant physical development flashcards tailored for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The worksheets are designed to be printer-friendly, allowing for easy black and white printing. Within the pack, you’ll find a variety of resources, encompassing maths materials, art ideas, and sorting activities, all thoughtfully crafted to enhance the learning experience. Included is- Marbelling Draw correct amount Draw missing amount to create to create total Finger painting positional language Counting Number recognition Sorting spiders/not spiders Sorting 8 legs/6 legs Ordering Colour shapes on a web Length Flashcards Ideal for use in both home and school learning environments. Your positive feedback is greatly appreciated.

“1 is a Snail, 10 is a Crab” is a book centered around counting feet by adding one more, and my resources have drawn inspiration from this engaging narrative. Included in this pack are: 20 flashcards Coloring and identifying up to 10 Counting exercises Adding one more activities Addition worksheets 10 frames for visual learning Adding more to 10 challenges Threading activity

Activity 1: Shape Identification and Coloring 5 coloring pages with various pictures containing 2D shapes 5 shapes at the bottom of each page for identification (circle, square, triangle, rectangle, etc) Instructions: Provide the child with the coloring pages and a set of colouring pencils. Ask the child to carefully examine each picture on the coloring pages. For each picture, instruct the child to identify the corresponding shape from the set of 5 shapes at the bottom of the page. Once identified, the child should colour the shape in the matching colour indicated on the page. Repeat the process for all coloring pages. Activity 2: Shape Matching with Pegs 1 large activity sign 6 peg pictures with different 2D shapes Instructions: Scatter the 6 peg pictures around the tray. Provide the child with pegs. Instruct the child to examine the shape in the center and identify which one of the 4 pictures matches it. Once the correct picture is identified, the child should place a peg on the corresponding picture. Encourage the child to repeat the process with other shapes on the tray. These activities aim to enhance shape recognition skills and fine motor coordination in a fun and interactive way.

’Stack The Cats’ Inspired Learning Activities for Early Years: Embark on an exciting journey inspired by the whimsical book ‘Stack The Cats.’ Tailored for early years, this resource pack seamlessly blends fun and learning, incorporating numerous math activities alongside fine motor skill development. Cats and Sign for Tuff Tray Measuring: Transform the Tuff Tray into a playful measuring station with an assortment of cat cutouts in different sizes. Watch as children engage in measuring activities, comparing the dimensions of these delightful feline friends. Flash Cards 1-10: Create an interactive counting experience with cat-themed flashcards ranging from 1 to 10, providing an enjoyable way for children to strengthen their numeral recognition skills. Representing number 1 worksheet Fine Motor Tracing Stacking in size order Measuring Representing number 6 worksheet Cutting and Counting Colouring and Counting Indentify and Colour Fewer Indentify and Colour More Adding 2 groups

Egg Shape Sorting Activity: A Dynamic and Engaging Experience for Young Learners This captivating egg-shaped sorting activity is designed for versatile use on a Tuff tray, floor, or table, offering a delightful way to engage children in both placing and arranging activities and shape sorting challenges. **Key Features: Colorful Variety: The set comprises four eggs, each uniquely coloured and featuring white shape outlines. This vibrant visual aspect adds an extra layer of excitement to the sorting experience. Sorting Challenge: Children are presented with the enjoyable task of matching the correct colored shape to each respective egg. This enhances shape sorting skills. Flexible Implementation: The activity allows for adaptable implementation based on the learning environment. The eggs can either be distributed individually to each child, accompanied by the corresponding shapes for one-on-one matching, or all four eggs can be arranged on the table. In the latter scenario, a central pile of shapes awaits the children to collaboratively sort them into the correct eggs. Interactive Engagement: By encouraging children to actively participate in placing and arranging the shapes, the activity promotes hands-on learning and fosters spatial awareness as they determine the correct fit for each shape. Whether used in a Tuff tray, on the floor, or on a table, this egg-shaped sorting activity promises an enjoyable and educational adventure for young learners. The combination of vibrant colors, diverse shapes, and the interactive nature of the task makes it an ideal resource for fostering essential cognitive and motor skills in an engaging and dynamic manner.

Easter Egg Character Activity: Perfect for Tuff Trays, Floors, or Tables Engage young learners in a delightful Easter-themed activity designed for use on Tuff trays, floors, or tables. This entertaining and versatile activity set includes a variety of components for imaginative play and creative expression. Key Components: 4 Colorful Eggs 4 Nose/Mouth Combinations 3 Pairs of Ears 2 Cracked Egg Heads 4 Pairs of Glasses/Eyes 2 Pairs of Eyes 2 Pairs of Legs 2 Flowers & a Bow Versatile Printing: Print these charming elements more than once to accommodate a larger group of children. Once printed and cut out, the pieces can be laminated for durability and reused, or printed directly onto card for a one-time activity. Endless Creativity: Encourage creativity as children mix and match the various components to create unique Easter characters. Whether designing egg-headed creatures with quirky glasses or floral-adorned friends, the possibilities are as varied as the imaginations at play. Sustainable Fun: Similar to the success of the Christmas character faces, this Easter Egg Character Activity offers enduring enjoyment. The reusable and durable nature of the laminated pieces ensures that the fun can be relived for countless Easter celebrations. Transform your learning environment into a hub of creativity with this Easter Egg Character Activity. Ideal for individual or group play, this resource sparks imagination and provides a platform for imaginative storytelling and collaborative engagement.

Here are some age-appropriate literacy worksheet ideas for early years inspired by the book “Rosie’s Hat”. Explore positional language with this interactive worksheet! Children will have fun searching for Rosie’s hat as they practice using words like “under,” “behind,” “in front of,” “beside,” and “on.” Embark on Rosie’s life journey with this engaging activity! Children will explore the passage of time and the concept of aging as they order pictures of Rosie from when she was a baby to when she becomes an old lady. Explore Rosie’s emotions with this interactive labeling activity! Children will have the opportunity to identify and label how Rosie is feeling. Labelling activity inspired by “Rosie’s Hat”! Children will have the opportunity to identify and label various items from the story, enhancing their vocabulary and comprehension skills. Inspire creativity and imagination with this engaging activity that invites children to draw their predictions based on the front cover of “Rosie’s Hat”! An activity where children will organize pictures from “Rosie’s Hat” into a story mountain to visualize the story’s plot structure. An activity where children will write a list of all the characters and places the hat visited. A pencil control adventure as you help Rosie find her hat in this engaging maze activity! Book Review: Encourage students to write a book review of “Rosie’s Hat,” Drawing or writing, characters, settings and basic events. Story Retelling: Encourage children to retell the story in their own words, using simple sentences and drawings to convey the main events. Order Story: Sort pictures correctly and retell the story in their own words, using simple sentences. Colourful word mat! Bursting with key words and eye-catching pictures, this word mat is the perfect tool for expanding young learners’ language skills and creativity. Encourage children to retell their favourite part of the story by either drawing or writing a simple sentence. Alphabet line, complete with lower case and Capital letters as well as the 1st few tricky words. On this activity, encourage children to identify the picture and draw a line to a picture that rhymes with it. Alphabet Peg Matching! Each of the 26 cards features a different letter of the alphabet along with three accompanying pictures. Children are invited to identify the initial sound of each picture and attach a peg to the corresponding image that matches the letter’s sound.

These EYFS math worksheet ideas can help reinforce early math concepts while incorporating the theme of ants from the book "Ants Rule." Insect Length Sorting Worksheet Our Insect Length Sort worksheet is a simple and fun activity for young learners! Children will practice sorting insects based on their length. They’ll separate the insects into two groups: long and short. Measure by Ants! Cut out the insects provided and place them onto the worksheet to see how many ants long each one is. Counting! Worksheet to Determine the Length of Each Insect in Ants. Number Recognition! Cut and Paste the Correct Number of Ants 1-6 **Insect Jamboree! Cut out and glue the appropriate number of insects into each column. Length-Long Cut out the insects and paste them in order of length: long, longer, and longest. **Length-Short Cut out the insects and paste them in order of length: short, shorter, and shortest. **Length Cut out the insects and paste them in order of length: shortest to longest. **Tuff Tray Activity 4 rulers, 6 labels, ants and insects for children to explore. These resources provide a hands-on and engaging way for children to learn and explore various concepts related to measurement, labeling, insects, and more. **The 10 frame and 10 ants The 10 frame and ants provide a hands-on and interactive way for children to engage with mathematical concepts such as counting, addition and subtraction.

Introducing vibrant and engaging printable products inspired by the book “Monster Needs One More.” This collection is designed to make learning numbers fun and interactive for young children. Here’s what you’ll find in this colourful set: Colourful Number Bears: Featuring bears with numbers that can be used as flashcards, a number line, or for activities on a tuff tray. Bear Craft Activity: Includes pieces that children can cut and glue together to create their own bear, fostering creativity and fine motor skills. Interactive Worksheets: A variety of worksheets that reinforce number recognition, counting, and basic math skills. Pick-a-Number Game: A fun game where children pick a number and place the correct amount of smarties onto a cookie, then practice the concept of “one less” by placing a smartie to the left and “one more” by placing a smartie to the right. These printables are perfect for use at home or in an early years setting, offering versatile activities that enhance learning through play. Print as many copies as you need and watch as children delight in these monster-inspired math adventures!

21 pages of resources to use alongside Uni-Fix Cubes. Resources include- Copy a pattern Copying an amount up to 10 Addition One more/One less Which is taller Which is shorter Counting Doubling

10 page of activities based on the book, Room On The Broom. Ideal for early years- design a broomstick Cutting activities Feelings Pencil control Maze Design a hat Fingers puppets Who’s hiding in the mud.

40 Lego challenge cards crafted for enjoyment at home, in school, or as a delightful gift. Guaranteed to captivate and entertain both the little ones and the big ones for hours on end.

A variety of 12 animals made up out of shapes. Each animal has a picture to show the child the what the final product should look like and a page with all the shapes on ready for cutting and sticking on to a plain piece of paper. Animals included are- Dog Cat Bear Penguin Elephant Tortoise Pig Butterfly Ladybird Chick Owl Frog Pages can be printed and photocopied larger or smaller depending on the size you would like your animals to be.

A class set of 30 challenge cards to use at forest school or just in your outdoor area, garden or park. The cards can be used to help plan forest school activities by choosing a card a week or you could hand out a card to each child. These cards can be used as they are or mounted onto card and then laminated to help to make them waterproof and wipeable for outdoor use. The cards are for a wide range of ages, from early years onwards. Most activities can be completed independently some with adult help and supervision.

Resources and activities with a penguin theme. Age range from 3-4yrs onwards to year 1 or for intervention. Resources included are: Find the matching 2 penguins from the 8. Number flashcards from 0-20. These can be uses as flash cards or print off duplicates to create matching games. 2 pages of cutting skills Spot the difference game Missing numbers to 10 Repeating patterns Adjectives Ordering by size Life cycle