This is an information sheet about using the colon in writing. You may also be interested in: Colons PowerPoint Lesson This is a fully-editable, 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on using the colon appropriately in writing: To introduce an explanation or an example. To introduce lists. To emphasise a phrase or single word at the end of a sentence. To introduce quotations. It contains explanations, examples and opportunities for pupils to practise using colons appropriately. Semi-Colons PowerPoint Lesson This is a highly-visual, 40-slide PowerPoint lesson on using the semi-colon appropriately in writing. It contains explanations, examples and opportunities for pupils to practise using colons appropriately. Colon and Semi-Colon Worksheets More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains two information sheets on action verbs. You may also be interested in: Action Verbs - 15-Page Workbook This 15-page workbook contains one information sheet and fourteen worksheets on action verbs. Tasks include: matching verbs to pictures choosing correct verb to insert into a sentence identifying verbs within sentences writing own sentences using verbs Action Verbs PowerPoint Lesson This is an editable, 55-slide PowerPoint lesson. It includes: An explanation of action verbs with examples Identifying action verbs in sentences Action pictures as a stimulus for pupils to think of appropriate verbs Sorting words into adjectives, nouns and verbs The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on action verbs. Save money and buy both resources at a discounted rate: Action Verbs PowerPoint Lesson and Workbook Action Verbs Posters More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a highly visual and colourful, A3 size poster on the homophones - two, too and to. They are ideal for classroom display. You may also be interested in: Set of 8 Homophones / Near Homophones Posters The posters include the following homophones where / were / we’re / wear their / there / they’re hear / ear / here too / two / to which / witch whose / who’s one / won your / you’re More Homophone Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step -by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This is a sample worksheet on address writing. For more resources see below Addressing Envelopes Writing Tasks This resource contains a set of 15 writing addresses tasks and envelope templates. Addressing Envelopes 22 Slide PowerPoint Lesson This resource contains a fully editable and interactive 22 slide PowerPoint that clearly explains and demonstrates how to address an envelope, as recommended by the Post Office. Several slides ask students to identify what is incorrect about how the address has been set out. These resources are ideal for SEN Entry Level 1 students. The ability to set out and write addresses is a skill needed for most English Entry Level Qualifications and accreditation. Also suitable for primary aged pupils. Save money and buy both resources together at a discounted rate. Addressing Envelopes – PowerPoint Lesson and Set of 15 Writing Addresses Worksheets For more inspiring educational resources visit Inspire and Educate Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this 'must have' step by step guide. How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step by Step Guide

This resource contains two worksheets on alphabetical order using the first letter. You may also be interested in: Alphabetical Order: 24 Page Workbook This is a 24 page workbook on alphabetical order that includes three information sheets, nineteen worksheets (with answers) and a progress check. Tasks include: placing words in alphabetical order - to the first. second, third and fourth letters locating patient’s names in a filing system locating CDs in alphabetically labelled boxes writing lists in alphabetical order Alphabetical Order - 80 Slide PowerPoint Lesson This resource contains an editable, 80-slide PowerPoint lesson that clearly and visually demonstrates and explains alphabetical order to the first, second, third, fourth and fifth letter. It also explains why it is important to understand and use alphabetical order. Opportunities are provided within the PowerPoint for pupils to practise putting items into alphabetical order. Save money and buy both resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Alphabetical Order: PowerPoint Lesson and Workbook More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step by Step Guide

This resource contains two differentiated worksheets on the soft ‘g’ sound (Year 2 National Curriculum) the /j/ sound spelt g before e, i and y). You may also be interested in: Soft ‘g’ Words -14 Page Workbook Soft ‘g’ Words - 35-Slide PowerPoint lesson Save money and buy both resources together at a discounted rate: Soft G Words - PowerPoint Lesson and Set of 14 Differentiated Worksheets More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains an A3 size poster detailing the seven co-ordinating conjunctions using the acronym FANBOYS. The National Curriculum English Programme of Study requires that pupils be taught to use coordinating conjunctions (for, and. nor, but , or, yet and so) to link two words or phrases together as an equal pair. You may also be interested in: Co-ordinating Conjunctions - 60 Slide PowerPoint Lesson This 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on coordinating conjunctions clearly explains what the co-ordinating conjunctions are and provides many examples and opportunities for pupils to identify and use co-ordinating conjunctions. The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on coordinating conjunctions. More English Resources

This is a William Shakespeare-themed crossword. It is ideal for World Book Day and William Shakespeare Week. You may also be interested in: William Shakespeare Puzzle Pack Shakespeare - Set of 44 Quote Posters These posters contain powerful images and a range of quotes -some poignant, some comedic, some tragic and some romantic - all illustrate Shakespeare’s mastery of words, his skillful use of language and poetic devices. This is an ideal resource to promote discussion or for display purposes or for use in an assembly. Wiliam Shakespeare - Simple Text Presentation This is a fully editable, 60-slide PowerPoint presentation with simple text, on the life and work of William Shakespeare. This resource is appropriate for primary and older SEN pupils. This resource includes references to his birthplace and parentage; his family; references to and excerpts from well-known plays – Hamlet, Macbeth, Midsummer Night’s Dream; The Globe Theatre, Shakespeare Memorial Theatre; the Puritans' banning of theatres and plays;, The Royal Shakespeare Company; Shakespeare's contribution to the English language; his use of literary techniques and poetic devices; his burial place; his former home New Place -his former home; list of his plays in chronological order. The presentation contains hyperlinks to engaging short clips (3 minutes) of Macbeth – film and opera versions. Wiliam Shakespeare Presentation This is a slightly longer, more detailed 75-slide presentation; more suitable for older pupils. More Wiliam Shakespeare Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains two worksheets on words ending in the suffix -tion. You may also be interested in: Set of 33 Worksheets / Workbook - Words Ending in -tion This resource focuses on words ending in -tion. (English programmes of study: Years 1-3. Endings which sound like /ʃən/, spelt –tion) The resource contains 33 differentiated worksheets on words ending in -tion. Tasks include finding the missing -tion words, constructing sentences, word searches, anagrams spelling practice sheets and worksheets to stretch and challenge more able pupils. All tasks and worksheets are to encourage the identification and correct spelling of these words. PowerPoint Lesson - Words Ending in -tion This is a fully editable, 100 slide PowerPoint lesson on words ending in -tion. The PowerPoint includes: reading -tion words - they include all the words suggested in the new National Curriculum - station, action, etc. Additional -tion words have been added eg punctuation, fraction, addition, education. spelling of the words by ‘chunking’. The PowerPoint visually demonstrates how to do this. The pupils are challenged to spell -tion words not previously covered. finding as many -tion words as possible in a timed exercise. identifying the missing letters from -tion words. an anagram challenge of some of the -tion words. Save money by purchasing both resources together at a discounted rate PowerPoint Lesson and Set of 33 Worksheets - Words Ending in -tion More Free English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource is a handy and succinct nouns revision memo mat containing an explanation and examples of common nouns, proper nouns, abstract nouns, compound nouns and collective nouns. There are three colour versions - blue background, orange background and white background and four font versions. This resource would be particularly useful for SATS revision and is suitable for primary aged pupils and for older SEN students who will benefit from the visual nature of the resource. You may also be interested in: Nouns - Set of 22 Differentiated Worksheets This resource contains a set of 22 differentiated worksheets on common, proper, abstract, collective and compound nouns. Tasks include identifying and using all the types of noun at word, sentence and text level. Nouns - 100 Slide PowerPoint Lesson This is a fully editable, 100 slide PowerPoint lesson on nouns - common nouns, proper nouns, abstract nouns, compound nouns and collective nouns. The PowerPoint contains three activities to reinforce and consolidate the pupils' understanding of nouns. 1. An interactive sorting activity that requires sorting different types of nouns into the appropriate category. 2. A timed interactive noun challenge where pupils have to think of nouns in all categories beginning with a certain letter. A worksheet is provided for this on the PowerPoint. 3. Pupils have to identify all the nouns in the poem 'Daffodils' by William Wordsworth. A worksheet is also provided for this. Save money and buy both resources at a discounted rate: Nouns - PowerPoint Lesson and Worksheets More English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a set of exemplars and templates on note writing / postcard writing designed for students working at Entry level 1 and 2. Examples include:- Get Well Soon Thank You Sorry Party Invitation Good Luck Happy Birthday This resource is ideal resource for Entry Level 1 students working towards Entry level English where students have to: Use written words and phrases to present information. Construct simple sentences using full stops. Spell correctly personal or very familiar words. More Entry Level Maths and English Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a 24-page workbook on nouns and includes common nouns, proper nouns, abstract nouns, collective nouns and compound nouns. Tasks include identifying and using all the types of noun at word, sentence and text level. These resources would be particularly useful for SATS revision and are suitable for primary-aged pupils and for older SEN students who will benefit from the visual nature of the PowerPoint. Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not present on the workbook itself. If you purchase this resource and are happy with it, please 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 inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Nouns - 100 Slide PowerPoint Lesson This resource is an editable, 100-slide PowerPoint lesson on the various categories of nouns. All the different types of nouns are explained and examples are given. The PowerPoint contains three activities to reinforce and consolidate the pupils' understanding of nouns. 1. An interactive sorting activity that requires sorting different types of nouns into the appropriate category. 2. A timed noun challenge where pupils have to think of nouns in all categories beginning with a certain letter. A worksheet is provided for this on the PowerPoint. 3. Pupils have to identify all the nouns in the poem 'Daffodils' by William Wordsworth. A worksheet is also provided for this. The PowerPoint also includes a link to a short video on nouns. Save money and buy both resources at a discounted rate: Nouns PowerPoint Lesson and Workbook More English Worksheets Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource includes a set of 15, A3-size posters containing quotes about books and reading. These posters can be used for display or discussion purposes. They are ideal to use on Book Day. Sample quotes: Between the pages of a book is a lovely place to be. Author Unknown The more things you read, the more things you will know. Dr. Seuss You cannot open a book without learning something. Confucius Be awesome, be a book nut! Dr. Seuss A room without books is like a body without a soul. Cicero 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 inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. Please note that the watermark on the preview images is not on the resource itself. You may also be interested in: 100 Question PowerPoint Book Quiz 100 Question Paper-Based Book Quiz Save money and buy all three resources in a bundle at a discounted rate: Book Day Bundle Thinking of publishing your own resources or are already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains: A fully editable, 28 slide, Christmas themed PowerPoint lesson on the apostrophe for omission / contraction. A set of 8 worksheets on the apostrophe for omission. An explanation sheet on the apostrophe for omission. This resource is suitable for primary aged pupils and older SEN students who have yet to master punctuation skills. 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 inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. More Christmas Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a set of differentiated Christmas-themed worksheets on the apostrophe for omission / contraction. It is suitable for primary aged children and older SEN/ EFL students. 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 inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. More Christmas Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a Christmas word mat. It is ideal for writing activities during the Christmas period. It is provided in two different backgrounds, fonts and font colour. 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 inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. More Christmas Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains english Christmas-themed resources. No preparation required – all the resources contain a PowerPoint lesson and differentiated worksheets. The resources include: The 'Christmas Missing Letter Detective’ This resource contains a 28 slide PowerPoint lesson and an accompanying set of worksheets on the apostrophe for omission/contraction. The PowerPoint explains how to use the apostrophe for omission and contraction. The Christmas Crowd Controller This resource contains a PowerPoint lesson and accmpanying worksheets on how to use commas in lists with sentences. The PowerPoint lesson is presented by the punctuation character ‘The Crowd Controller’ - the comma. Elfabetical Order’ – PowerPoint Lesson Santa’s Elves visually demonstrate and explain alphabetical order via a fully editable, interactive and colourful 13 slide PowerPoint explaining alphabetical order up to four letters and complete with differentiated worksheets. The first set alphabetical order by the first letter only. The second set more challenging involving looking at the second, third and fourth letter. Special Delivery by Santa This resource contains a PowerPoint lesson and worksheets on making plurals. The fully editable PowerPoint is delivered by Santa himself and he explains all the rules for making plurals for regular nouns - adding ‘s’, - nouns ending in ‘ch’ , ‘sh’, ‘x’ and ‘s’, - nouns ending in ‘f’ and ‘fe’ - change ‘f’ to ‘v’ and add ‘es’, - nouns ending in ‘y’ preceded by consonant - change ‘y’ to ‘i’ and add ‘es’. The resource also includes differentiated worksheets, information and fact sheet on making plurals including exceptions. These resources are suitable for Years 1-6, SEN pupils and older pupils who find sentence demarcation and punctuation challenging. 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 inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. More Christmas Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This resource contains a fully editable, 13 slide PowerPoint lesson on alphabetical order in which Santa’s elves visually demonstrate and explain alphabetical order up to four letters. This is an ideal resource for introducing/consolidating alphabetical order in the Christmas period. The resource is suitable for Year 1-6 pupils and older SEN students who will benefit from the highly visual nature of this resource. 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 inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. An accompanying set of 8 worksheets on alphabetical order is also available. Christmas Themed Alphabetical Order Worksheets See details below: This resource contains a set of 8 Christmas themed worksheets on alphabetical order. Worksheet tasks include: Placing items in alphabetical order by the first letter only. Placing items in alphabetical order to the second, third and fourth letter. Placing names in a ‘filing’ system using the alphabet. Placing items on a Christmas shopping list in alphabetical order. Making own shopping list and placing items in alphabetical order. Save money and buy both resources together at a discounted rate: Christmas Themed Alphabetical Order PowerPoint Lesson and Set of Worksheets More Christmas Resources Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide