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Mostly secondary maths resources here but you will find the odd English number sashaying in with jazz hands, occasionally followed by a primary resource cartwheeling behind. The resources are a mix of those I've used for tutoring (could be any age, any subject), those I've used in my training and those I've used in the classroom. As well as a few ideas that I needed to get out at 3am even though I have no use for them right away.

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Mostly secondary maths resources here but you will find the odd English number sashaying in with jazz hands, occasionally followed by a primary resource cartwheeling behind. The resources are a mix of those I've used for tutoring (could be any age, any subject), those I've used in my training and those I've used in the classroom. As well as a few ideas that I needed to get out at 3am even though I have no use for them right away.
A triangle is
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A triangle is

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I used this with a bottom set year 8 class (very low ability, high level of SEND) to find out what they already knew about triangles. They went around the classroom talking to each other to fill in about the four triangles pictured. Then after feeding back and correcting misconceptions we filled in a new sheet to stick in their exercise books. Would work well for a KS2 shape revision lesson before SATs also.
6 Second Starter - Addition/Subtraction/Multiplication/LCM
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6 Second Starter - Addition/Subtraction/Multiplication/LCM

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The slides automatically progress after around 10 seconds (adjust the time you tell the class if needed, I find 6 seconds gives them the amount of urgency needed to focus and settle!) This resource was originally used at the start of a lesson on adding/ subtracting fractions as it helps recall all the needed skills. The questions in each set get progressively more difficult allowing for challenge at each stage. Works well for KS2/3 and SEND
Area of a Circle - Discovery Task
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Area of a Circle - Discovery Task

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By using the “count the squares” method, pupils are able to discover the area of a circle. This circle is on a cm square grid, enabling them to get a good estimate of the area of the circle which can then be used to consider in relation to pi. I always like to reward the person who can get closest to the “calculator answer”.
Ratio and Proportion Topic Test
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Ratio and Proportion Topic Test

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12 GCSE style questions covering the key success criteria for ratio and proportion to assess pupils success in the topic. Front page includes a list of the success criteria for pupils to refer to: ❑ I can represent a shared quantity as a ratio ❑ I can write a ratio in its simplest form ❑ I can share an amount into two parts in a given part:part ratio ❑ I can share an amount into two parts in a given part:whole ratio ❑ I can solve problems using sharing in a ratio ❑ I can use the unitary method to solve simple problems ❑ I can use direct proportion to amend quantities needed in a recipe ❑ I can solve problems related to recipes ❑ I can use direct proportion to compare deals ❑ I can use an exchange rate to convert ❑ I can use currency conversions to find the best buy. Also includes a self assessment box with a WWW and EBI section and space to write next steps. This test is ideal for high ability KS3 or GCSE Foundation/ Crossover pupils.
Area Consolidation Worksheet
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Area Consolidation Worksheet

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50 Questions covering basic area. Covers area of a square, rectangle, triangle, parallelogram and trapezium. Each set of 10 questions is preceeded by a worked example, all of which demonstrate a good way of laying out work as a reminder of expectations for presentation.
Area of a Circle Consolidation Worksheet
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Area of a Circle Consolidation Worksheet

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Worksheet to consolidate work on area of a circle. It includes questions on: area of a circle given radius area of a circle given diameter area of a semi circle given radius area of a semi circle given diameter finding the radius given the area Each different type of question has a worked example. Perfect for with a KS3 class learning area of a circle for the first time or a GCSE class revising the topic.
Angles in Parallel Lines Afl PowerPoint
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Angles in Parallel Lines Afl PowerPoint

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A 9 slide PowerPoint in which pupils have to state which angle relationship is being represented: alternate, corresponding or co-interior. This was used with a low ability year 8 group to assess whether they could spot the shapes of the relationships (F, Z and C angles) whilst still reinforcing the correct names (as is now required at all levels at GCSE).
Expressing as a Ratio
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Expressing as a Ratio

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Ideal introductory lesson for expressing as a ratio. Has a lot of visuals making it perfect for Key Stage 2 and SEND/MLD/ low ability learners in secondary. Success Criteria:  I can describe what is meant by a ratio  I can represent a shared quantity as a ratio  I can write a ratio in its simplest form Full lesson from starter to plenary and everything in between. The lesson is entirely self contained on the PowerPoint to reduce the need for printing. Activities have differentiation with BSG.
Percentage Increase and Decrease PPT
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Percentage Increase and Decrease PPT

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Lesson PPT on percentage increase and decrease. It’s a bare bones PPT as it is one that I have used with multiple classes and I always want to tweak it for each class so it’s ready for your extra touch.
Expressing as a Ratio - Homework Menu
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Expressing as a Ratio - Homework Menu

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Homework Menu for Expressing as a ratio Works well for KS2/KS3 SEND/MLD Pupils choose their own questions, answering a minimum of 5. Includes answers Perfectly compliments the lesson: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/expressing-as-a-ratio-12139605
Tutor Time Editable Slides
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Tutor Time Editable Slides

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This PPT contains 4 fully editable slides, easy to be adapted for tutor time. There is a numeracy, literacy, citizenship and study skills slide, all of which can be easily added to with a simple task as per your school’s policy. The slides also contain a section for each notices and reminders to have a visual reminder of things such as "remember to bring your reply slip" or “the south yard is out of use during break this week” or even “stay away from the third floor corridor unless you wish to die a most painful death”.
Vocab Building Worksheet
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Vocab Building Worksheet

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This resource starts with a list of "weak" adjectives, and the student is tasked with providing a better adjective. Then they can put what they have done to use with an editing activity below. Ideal for EAL/ ESOL teaching, lower ability GCSE English language groups and KS3.
Times Table Workbook - Spotlight on 2x Table (sample)
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Times Table Workbook - Spotlight on 2x Table (sample)

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This 10 page sample of the full Times Table Workbook has a variety of activities to allow young learners to practice their newly acquired 2x table knowledge independently. Upon mastery of each times table skill, students are rewarded with a certificate that they can colour in and write their name on to truly celebrate their achievement. Also features the ever popular Times Tables Game within each section so children can work together or with siblings/ parents to roll the dice and reinforce their knowledge.