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Teaching and Learning Resources for Early Learners and KS1

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Looking for something original? Here are some Resources for Early Learners and Key Stage 1 that you won't have used before. There are also some Key Stage 2 and a variety of SEND resources. Alphabet, Phonics, Speaking and Listening, Reading & Writing Activities and a range of topic resources. Worksheets, flashcards, activities, PPTs, quiz games and posters are all included. Most images licenced from graphicsfactory.com and symbols are licenced from Boardmaker.

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Looking for something original? Here are some Resources for Early Learners and Key Stage 1 that you won't have used before. There are also some Key Stage 2 and a variety of SEND resources. Alphabet, Phonics, Speaking and Listening, Reading & Writing Activities and a range of topic resources. Worksheets, flashcards, activities, PPTs, quiz games and posters are all included. Most images licenced from graphicsfactory.com and symbols are licenced from Boardmaker.
Ocean Flashcards and Counting 1 to 10
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Ocean Flashcards and Counting 1 to 10

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A resource with World Oceans Day in mind. There are 10 flashcards related to the Ocean in colour and in black and white with shells, boats, fish, dolphins and more associated pictures. Cut these out and use them as visual aids or add to displays. Children can also count the objects and order the cards from 1 to 10. There is an activity sheet included where children cut and order the pictures/numbers from 1 to 10. The pictures can be glued in order onto the final template which shows numbers from 1 to 10.
Vegetables Topic Work EYFS and KS1
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Vegetables Topic Work EYFS and KS1

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A cross-curricular topic resource based on Vegetables for EYFS and KS1. Start with a Poster: Show the picture of a vegetable shop. Talk about what you see and maybe pretend to buy or sell veggies. You could also let the children draw their own vegetable shop posters. Discuss Canned Vegetables: Show pictures or real cans of three different vegetables. Talk about what’s inside and then colour pictures of the cans. Design Vegetable Cans: Let the children get creative by drawing and decorating their own vegetable can designs. Label and Colour Vegetables: Give the children the worksheet with pictures of six different vegetables to label and colour. Make a Vegetable List: Show the colourful picture with lots of vegetables and ask the children to list all the veggies they see. Create a Colourful Vegetable: Provide simple shapes of vegetables and let the children decorate them to make their own colourful vegetable art/ or use the worksheet provided. If you can, use real vegetables so the children can touch and smell them. This makes learning more fun and sensory.
Let's Talk about Ourselves and Feelings
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Let's Talk about Ourselves and Feelings

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Introducing a collection of 20 engaging posters, specifically tailored for KS1 children to encourage conversations about their personal feelings and experiences. Each poster is thoughtfully designed to prompt discussions with key phrases like “Be yourself,” “Keep going,” “Don’t give up,” and “How are you feeling today?” Aimed at boosting speaking and listening competencies, these posters are an ideal resource for teachers and others working with children and young people, seeking to nurture emotional literacy and self-expression.
Early Learners Easter Eggs to Colour In
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Early Learners Easter Eggs to Colour In

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10 black and white Easter Egg designs for children to colour in and cut out. There are 2 eggs of the same design per sheet. Enlarge the pictures and children can use paint or felt pens . The Easter eggs make lovely Easter cards too! Suitable for EYFS and KS1.
Animals in Easter Bonnets to Colour in
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Animals in Easter Bonnets to Colour in

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16 pages in black and white, each page showing 2 pictures of cartoon animals wearing an Easter bonnet. Children can colour these in and use them for an inspiration for drawing and making their own Easter bonnets.
Writing Frames  4 Seasons with Symbols
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Writing Frames 4 Seasons with Symbols

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A collection of Seasons writing frames using symbols. The resources are in colour and black and white. Boardmaker licenced. Each writing frame shows a section that the children can write on and a picture related to the season. The black and white pictures can be coloured in. The frames are for Winter, Spring, Summer and Autumn. There is also a frame for Night time and Day time. Great for SEND pupils who will benefit from the use of symbols and also for EYFS and KS1.
Easter Writing Frames with Symbols
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Easter Writing Frames with Symbols

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A collection of Easter writing frames using symbols. The resources are in colour and black and white. Boardmaker licenced. Each writing frame shows a section that the children can write on and a picture related to Easter. The black and white pictures can be coloured in. There are 5 different designs of frames and a template for the children to draw their own picture in. The writing frames are useful too, to make into Easter Cards. Great for SEND pupils who will benefit from the use of symbols and also for EYFS and KS1.
Hot and Cold Activity Pack with Symbols
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Hot and Cold Activity Pack with Symbols

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A ‘Hot’ and ‘Cold’ Activity Pack for SEND and KS1 children. A fun and engaging way to teach children about Geography and Science: Hot and Cold. Links to Weather and Seasons. This Activity Pack has 12 colourful hot and cold flashcards, colouring sheets, tracing words activities and word searches for both hot and cold, with picture clues for reading and phonics practice. There is a template sheet for both hot and cold that can be used for drawing, writing, or pasting/sorting into. Answer sheets are included for the word searches, so children can check their own work. Use as a unit of work, a lesson or just dip in for your Science topic / literacy work.
Fruit and Veg Activity Pack with Symbols
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Fruit and Veg Activity Pack with Symbols

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A Fruit and Vegetable Activity Pack for SEND and KS1 children. A fun and engaging way to teach children about fruits and vegetables. This Activity Pack has 12 colourful fruit and vegetable flashcards, colouring sheets, tracing and drawing activities and word searches for both fruit and vegetables, with picture clues for reading and phonics practice. Answer sheets are included for the word searches, so children can check their own work. Boardmaker Licenced.
A Forest Tale of Friendship and Animals KS1 and EYFS
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A Forest Tale of Friendship and Animals KS1 and EYFS

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Introduce your class to the story of Charlie the Chameleon and his Friends in the Forest. This tale follows Charlie, a chameleon, as he embarks on a journey to make friends with different animals in the forest. The narrative teaches children the valuable lesson that despite our differences, friendship is always possible. There are a range of activity ideas to go with the story. Colour, Write, and Sequence: Children can colour pictures of the animals, write their names, and then cut them out to arrange in the order they appear in the story. Animal Drawing: Encourage the children to draw each animal, like a zebra or lion. Story Sequencing and Maths Integration: Have the children write or draw the animals in the sequence they appear in the story, from first to sixth, linking storytelling with basic numeracy skills. Literacy and Art Combination: Children can read and write the names of the animals, and then draw or paste a picture for each. Number and Animal Matching: Using number cards from 1 to 6, children can cut them out and match them to the animals in the order they appeared in the story. Comprehension Questions: Develop critical thinking and comprehension with questions like ‘What game could Charlie and his friends play in the forest?’ Ten questions are provided for verbal or written responses. Word Search and Matching: Three, word search grids are included, each containing two animal names. Once found, children can match these names to the corresponding animal pictures. Answers are included.
Fruit and Veg Number Activity Sheets 1-10
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Fruit and Veg Number Activity Sheets 1-10

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“Fruit and Vegetables Cut, Count, and Match” – 4 hands on activity sheets that encourage number and word recognition for children. Learners cut, colour ,match and order cards, each showcasing a variety of fruits and vegetables alongside numbers from 1 to 10. Children can trace over the dotted line words and numbers, developing fine motor skills along with literacy and numerical understanding. The resource includes blank templates, where children can either arrange their completed matches in sequence or draw and label their own fruit and vegetable illustrations. Suitable for EYFS and KS1 children. Links to Food, Handwriting, Writing, Reading, Numbers and Counting.
Seasons, Months and Festivals Activities
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Seasons, Months and Festivals Activities

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Seasons, Months, and Festivals Activity pack" for KS1 and SEND Children. Save time and effort! This resource includes a planning sheet providing objectives, activities, a list of needed resources, an assessment guide, and extension ideas. Worksheet 1 - Interactive Symbols: Engage your children with 30 colour symbols, each representing the characteristics of different months, seasons, and a wide array of festivals. Worksheet 2 - Word Cards: Stimulate cognitive skills with word cards arranged both horizontally and vertically. This design adds an element of interest but also challenges children’s finding skills, making learning more fun. Inclusive Design: The resource is suitable for KS1 and SEND children. Use as a mini unit of work or lesson plan or dip in for a related activity on Weather, Seasons, Sequencing, Reading or Writing. Boardmaker Licenced.
Spooky Fun:5 Halloween Activities SEND / KS1
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Spooky Fun:5 Halloween Activities SEND / KS1

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Overview for Teachers of SEND and KS1: This resource pack provides engaging activities for young learners, ensuring that they can join in the spooky fun while practicing their reading, writing and number skills. 1.Spot the Difference Halloween Sheet: Children are challenged to find 10 differences between two Halloween-themed images. This activity sharpens observational skills and attention to detail. 2.Halloween Crossword: Simplified for young learners, this crossword features 4 words with corresponding images. Symbolic aids ensure children who might struggle with traditional clues can still participate. 3.Halloween Counting up to 10: Maths meets Halloween! Children count each of the six different Halloween symbols such as – pumpkins, witches, and spiders – and jot down the numbers in the boxes. This activity reinforces counting skills and number recognition. 4.Label the Halloween Pictures: Enhancing vocabulary and spelling, children label each of the 8 Halloween pictures. 5.Halloween Word Search: With 9 words to find, this word search incorporates symbols to guide children in their quest. Additional Features: Black and White Format: This saves on printing costs but also allows children to colour in the images, adding an additional layer of engagement. Answer Sheet Included for the Word Search: For easy reference and to aid teachers in guiding children through the activity or for checking own work. Use linked to lessons, for homework or wet play. Boardmaker Licenced.
Autumn Story: The Mouse and the Pumpkin KS1
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Autumn Story: The Mouse and the Pumpkin KS1

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An engaging autumn-themed story starter resource tailored for KS1 children. The resource links Literacy and Autumn and is aimed at fostering creativity, comprehension, and sequencing skills. Content: Worksheet 1: A colouring page featuring a mouse and a pumpkin alongside a story starter sentence. Worksheet 2: Jumbled story words for sequencing. Planning: Introduction: Read the story starter and discuss autumn features. Colouring: Children colour the images and ponder story possibilities. Sentence Completion: Children write /conclude the story starter. Word Sequencing: Using Worksheet 2, children rearrange or number/colour the words. Discussion: Children share their endings and reflect on varied narratives. The resource can be a lesson in itself, or the activities can be carried out over a period of up to 4 lessons.
A Halloween Story: The Bat and the Ghost KS1
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A Halloween Story: The Bat and the Ghost KS1

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An engaging Halloween-themed story starter resource tailored for KS1 children. The resource links Literacy and Halloween and is aimed at fostering creativity, comprehension, and sequencing skills. Content: Worksheet 1: A colouring page featuring Bruno the bat and Gerry the ghost alongside a story starter sentence. Worksheet 2: Jumbled story words for sequencing. Planning: Introduction: Read the story starter and discuss the vocabulary. Colouring: Children colour the images and ponder story possibilities. Sentence Completion: Children write /conclude the story starter. Word Sequencing: Using Worksheet 2, children rearrange or number/colour the words. Discussion: Children share their endings and reflect on varied narratives. The resource can be a lesson in itself, or the activities can be carried out over a period of up to 4 lessons.
A Christmas Story: Rudolph and the Elf  KS1
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A Christmas Story: Rudolph and the Elf KS1

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An engaging Christmas-themed story starter resource tailored for KS1 children. The resource links Literacy, Winter and Christmas and is aimed at fostering creativity, comprehension, and sequencing skills. Content: Worksheet 1: A colouring page featuring Rudolph the reindeer and Ethan the elf, alongside a story starter sentence. Worksheet 2: Jumbled story words for sequencing. Planning: Introduction: Read the story starter and discuss the vocabulary. Colouring: Children colour the images and ponder story possibilities. Sentence Completion: Children write /conclude the story starter. Word Sequencing: Using Worksheet 2, children rearrange or number/colour the words. Discussion: Children share their endings and reflect on varied narratives. The resource can be a lesson in itself, or the activities can be carried out over a period of up to 4 lessons.
10 Autumn Picture Grids to Copy KS1
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10 Autumn Picture Grids to Copy KS1

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Unveil the wonders of autumn to your KS1 children with this resource featuring 10 picture grids! Each grid showcases an autumn-themed image, ranging from an apple and a pumpkin to a playful squirrel. The resource is designed to encourage children to replicate these seasonal illustrations onto a blank grid, square by square, fostering their observational and fine motor skills. A fun way to bring the autumn season into the classroom!
10 Thanksgiving Picture Grids to Copy KS1
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10 Thanksgiving Picture Grids to Copy KS1

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Immerse your KS1 children in the spirit of Thanksgiving with this resource featuring 10 picture grids! Each grid portrays a Thanksgiving-themed image, incorporating the iconic pumpkin, festive turkeys, and pumpkin pie. This resource is crafted to encourage children to replicate these Thanksgiving illustrations onto a blank grid, square by square, nurturing their observational and fine motor skills. Enlarge the grids as required and extend by asking children to draw or paint freehand.
10 Plants Picture Grids to Copy KS1
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10 Plants Picture Grids to Copy KS1

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Cultivate a love for nature and symmetry in your KS1 children with this resource featuring 10 picture grids! Each grid showcases a variety of flowers and floral patterns, with a focus on symmetry in some of the designs, encouraging children to observe and appreciate plant life. This resource is crafted to inspire children to replicate these illustrations onto a blank grid, square by square, enhancing their observational and fine motor skills. Enlarge the grid paper as required. Extend by asking children to then draw or paint the plants and flowers freehand.
10 Space Themed Picture Grids to Copy KS1
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10 Space Themed Picture Grids to Copy KS1

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Blast off into the wonders of the cosmos with this KS1 Space Week Resource, featuring 10 picture grids! Each grid presents an image related to space, including the glowing moon, twinkling stars, mysterious UFOs, a satellite dish, telescope, and brave astronauts exploring the unknown. Designed to celebrate Space Week, this resource encourages children to replicate these illustrations onto a blank grid, square by square, fostering their observational and fine motor skills. Integrate the knowledge of Space Week into the classroom, inspiring young minds to learn more about the universe and our place in it. Boardmaker licenced.