The resource includes five worksheets, each focusing on a different animal beginning with the letters Q, U, V, Y and Z: Quail, Unicorn, Vulture, Yak and Zebra. Each worksheet features: • A picture of the animal, that children can colour in. • A writing practice section where children can trace and write the name of each animal and overwrite letters. The resource reinforces letter-sound recognition while connecting literacy with nature and wildlife.

This resource is designed to support EYFS and KS1 phonics and alphabet learning, while incorporating the theme of Autumn. The resource includes a variety of autumn-themed alphabet leaves. The letters on each leaf are upper and lower case e.g. Ee and Pp. Each leaf is in black and white and is duplicated in colour. There is a template outline of each of the 4 types of leaves used in the resource. These can be duplicated, and children can use to make their own alphabet displays or collage leaves. The leaves can be cut out and sequenced in alphabetical order, laminated and used for making words or spelling activities. Make a class tree and the children can add their leaves to it for a vibrant Autumn display.

This resource offers 26 engaging colouring sheets for EYFS and KS1 children, each representing a key concept or story from Christianity, from ‘A’ for Adam and Eve to ‘Z’ for Zacchaeus in the Sycamore Tree. Designed to complement RE lessons, these sheets help young learners understand Biblical stories and Christian values through interactive, creative activities. Ideal for classroom use or home learning, the colouring sheets reinforce educational content and support early literacy. They can be integrated into lesson plans, holiday projects, or Sunday Schools, providing a fun and educational way for children to explore Christianity.

This resource contains 5 worksheets linking work on Seasons, Autumn, Celebrations and Special days to Literacy. Sheet 1 A black and white labelling sheet where children overwrite the words connected to the Autumn themed pictures. Sheet 2 A black and white labelling sheet where children use the initial sounds of the words to help with spelling the words in full. Sheet 3 and 4 Colour versions of sheet 1 and 2 with colour Autumn themed pictures to label. Sheet 5 A fun Autumn colouring sheet where children can trace within outlines and be creative with their colour choices.

Dress-Up Ideas for Infants: Scarecrow, Superhero, Witch, and Easter Bunny These very simple dress-up ideas for infants are good for engaging young children in imaginative play while also supporting early literacy and numeracy. Children can follow the easy instructions with some help. Scarecrow Dress infants as a scarecrow and use it to spark farm-themed storytelling (Old MacDonald) or Autumn number rhymes like “Five Little Pumpkins.” Alternatively, children can make a scarecrow for display or adding to your outdoor pumpkin patch! Superhero Infants dressed as superheroes can engage in simple stories with repetitive phrases like “Up, up, and away!” Incorporate counting games like “One, Two, Three, Zoom!” Witch A cute witch costume works well with Halloween stories like Room on the Broom and rhymes such as “Five Little Witches” to teach counting and storytelling. Easter Bunny Bunny costumes can be paired with stories like ‘Guess How Much I Love You’ and number rhymes like “Five Little Bunnies” for fun, interactive learning.

A collection of Halloween pictures with borders. Great for display or matching to word cards.

A nice little resource for spelling the word Halloween or for children to make their own banners, as well as for handwriting practice. Page 1 shows the letters in colour for children to cut and order. Pages 2 - 6 each show the word Halloween in 3 different fonts. Children can trace in these, colour or paint them to make their own word banners. The banners can be used to make a Halloween card too. Page 7 shows the word Halloween in dotted lines for tracing.

A set of alphabet sheets to compliment your Halloween theme or topic this October. Each sheet shows a different letter of the alphabet a corresponding picture on the Halloween theme. Children will have chance to say the initial sounds, find them and colour them on the alphabet line, trace the letters and words and colour the pictures. Let the children select their own worksheet/s and then as a class they can put them into alphabetical order.

A set of colour cards from A to Z with a Halloween theme. Use for phonics, alphabetical ordering and tracing letters.

A differentiated resource for children around Halloween. There are 3 worksheets where children match the pictures and colour in the black and white ones. They can read and trace over the words and match these to the pictures. Each sheet also has a differentiated version where children write in their own words. Links to reading, writing, labelling, handwriting and phonics.

In this resource, teachers will find five engaging short stories designed to spark the imaginations and creative writing skills of their children. “George the Ghost” scares himself by reading spooky tales, “Hide and Squeak”, a fun-filled game in a haunted house, “Pip Wins First Place”, a tale of a little girl’s triumph in a Halloween costume contest, “Winnie Witch Learns to Fly”, the journey of a young witch mastering her first broomstick, “Trick or Treat at Halloween”, a lively Halloween night adventure. Alongside the stories, each tale is accompanied by a colouring sheet.

Delight your class in time for Halloween with these 10 Story Starters on writing frames. Each idea will spark their imagination and encourage story writing.

A great addition to your writing template tool kit linked to Halloween. The resource has 10 worksheets. Each one is a writing template with illustrations related to Halloween. Children will enjoy choosing their favourites and writing about Halloween. They can write key words, sentences, short stories or poems.

Get ready for Halloween with “Halloween Fun Awaits,” designed for EYFS and KS1 children. The resource features nine activities that link to literacy, numeracy, sensory exploration, and art. It blends learning with Halloween fun. Poem: Halloween Fun Awaits Share and enjoy a Halloween poem to introduce the theme. Comprehension Questions Answer seven questions to check understanding and encourage critical thinking about the poem. Halloween Collage Create a festive Halloween collage using craft supplies to boost creativity. Word Search Find Halloween-themed words to enhance letter recognition and spelling. Count How Many Legs Count the legs of Halloween creatures up to 8 to practice numeracy skills. Initial Sounds Activity Complete Halloween-themed words with initial sounds and match pictures to the words. Match the Halloween Pictures Pair Halloween pictures to build visual discrimination. Create a Halloween Sensory Bin Make a sensory bin with Halloween-themed items for sensory exploration and imaginative play. Read and Write Read and trace over nine Halloween words to improve reading and fine motor skills. Final Page: Answer Sheet for comprehension questions and word search.

This “Magical Mystery at Halloween” resource is a lesson idea designed for EYFS and KS1 children to explore Halloween traditions through engaging activities. It includes: • Lesson Plan: Introduces Halloween symbols and traditions through interactive exploration of a mystery box containing miniature pumpkins, spooky creatures, and a magical potion. • Colour Flashcards: Features 8 colour images of pictures related to the story with a Halloween theme. • Story: “The Friendly Ghost and the Magical Halloween Mystery Box” – Follow Gary, the friendly ghost, as he discovers and learns about Halloween elements, sharing his findings with his friends. This resource combines storytelling, hands-on activities, and visual aids for a fun, educational Halloween experience.

A resource designed for EYFS and KS1 children, perfect for enhancing their skills in phonics, spelling, and writing while celebrating Halloween. This 10-page activity set features two Halloween-themed pictures /words per page that children can spell by organizing jumbled letters. Activity Breakdown: • Each picture represents a Halloween word, such as owl, cat, bat, witch, spider, and haunted house. • The letters of each word are scrambled, and children are tasked with putting them in the correct order to spell the word.The font used is a Halloween ‘bone’ theme. • Along with the jumbled letters, the pictures have a dotted outline that children can cut out. These outlines make for easy cutting and can be added to displays or used as decorations. • Children can stick the cut-out pictures into their workbooks, adding a written reflection about each word or the Halloween theme. • Children can colour in the Halloween pictures. This resource reinforces key phonics and spelling skills and enhances fine motor skills through cutting and colouring.

A fun poem for Halloween to share and recite with your children. Page 1 of the resource shows the poem with a colour illustration of the pumpkin train. Page 2 is a black and white version, where children add their own pumpkins and trace over the letters of the poem.

A spinner game complete with 8 colour cards and 4 game boards. Children will enjoy taking turns to spin the spinner and fill their boards with these Halloween themed pictures.

A Halloween Spelling Wheels Pack designed for KS1 teachers, providing a fun and engaging way to support early spelling during the Halloween season. • Eleven pre-made Spelling Wheels: Each wheel has a Halloween-themed picture clue in the centre. Children use the letters around the wheel to spell the following Halloween-related words: Halloween, skeleton, witch, house, monster, ghost, spider, cat, bat, skull, and treat. • Blank Spelling Wheel: This customisable wheel allows children to create their own Halloween word. They can draw a picture in the centre and arrange the letters around the wheel to form their chosen word. • Reusable Format: The spelling wheels can be cut out and laminated for repeated use, making them a durable and versatile classroom tool. Included Worksheets: Tracing Worksheets: Two worksheets where Halloween words are dotted for children to trace. Children can draw their own matching picture next to each word. Word Wall Worksheet: A collection of all the Halloween words that children can cut out and match to the corresponding wheels. Alternatively, they can check off the words as they spell them on the wheels. Blank Word Wall: This worksheet allows children to write Halloween words of their own. Boardmaker licenced.