A resource you can link to Holidays, Geography, Places as well as literacy, phonics and written work. There is a symbol for each letter of the alphabet linked to the Caribbean. Page 1 is a doodle colouring page. Page 2 shows all symbols in alphabetical order for children to name, label, colour, cut and sequence. Page 3 shows all symbols in alphabetical order with the names included. Page 4 shows all the words and allows space for children to either draw the pictures or cut and paste into. Extend by asking the children to use the vocabulary and pictures to write about a holiday in the Caribbean. *PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols.

A bumper pack of worksheets for children to support their phonics work and letter formation as well as helping to improve their fine motor control and hand writing. Each page has the the same format with: Upper and lower case letters to trace Letters to overwrite Pictures to colour in Short sentences to read and write Use as worksheets when you are introducing or consolidating a sound or letter. Laminate and add to your writing table or area with dry wipe markers.

10 pages of Easter bookmark templates to make for young readers. Each page has 2 designs on it. Examples are Easter eggs, bees, rabbits and chicks. Print onto card and children can colour in, write on, personalise and cut out the bookmarks. These can then be laminated.

A set of visual aids for your EYFS classroom. 20 bright and colourful cards to share with young children generating discussion. Links well to Ourselves, Me and Speaking and Listening. There are 2 cards on each page. Cut and laminate and the cards can be used over and again.

3 worksheets where the children name the picture/symbol linked to the weather and then overwrite the sentences. The last sheet is a template that the children can draw or paste into and then make their own sentences about the weather. Sheet 1 shows all the symbols used in the worksheets in black and white with corresponding colour symbol cards. Boardmaker licenced.

A short story written to share with young children during topic work on Kings and Queens, Famous people or King Charles 111 Coronation in May 2023. The story is about a Prince who loses his crown and eventually it is found. There is a page sharing flashcards of characters in the story and objects such as the crown and the palace. Children can use the picture or symbol board to help them to retell the story themselves. The final page shows the words for the characters and objects and has space for children to draw in or paste the pictures. Boarmaker Licenced.

This resource links to your topic on Space, the World, poetry, creative writing and labelling. Page 1 is a colouring sheet showing an astronaut in Space. Page 2 is an original poem to share with your class entitled ‘An encounter with aliens’. Children can talk about the poem and find rhyming words. They can illustrate the poem in the frame provided or use the frame to write their own Space poem. Page 3 provides a choice of 2 other writing or drawing frames. Children can also use the frames for creative writing about Space. Page 4 is a colouring sheet where children write the speech in the speech bubbles. Page 5 and 6 show 10 black and white pictures that children can name, label and colour in. The words for each page are on the bottom of the sheets. Boardmaker licenced.

Add this resource to your Topic toolbox! Links to the Alphabet, phonics, nature and gardens and parks. Each of the 3 pages shows black and white symbols or pictures related to gardens or parks. There is a picture for each letter of the alphabet. Children trace the initial sounds / letters, name and colour the pictures. These can then be cut out to make a book or display or to sequence the alphabet. Boardmaker licenced.

Add this resource to your Topic toolbox on Toys! Links to the Alphabet, phonics, handwriting, Ourselves, Me and Toys. Each of the 3 pages shows black and white pictures related to Toys. There are pictures for each letter of the alphabet. Children trace the initial sounds / letters, name and colour the pictures. These can then be cut out to make a book or display or to sequence the alphabet.

A week of Fine Motor Control planning for Early Learners children giving a different idea for each day of the week. Planning includes learning objectives, resources and descriptions of the activities. The first page of the resource is a sample page with ‘sample planning’ written across. The second page is the actual planning grid without the writing. Suitable too, for children with specific learning difficulties.

These colour cards are a useful assessment tool for your phonics work. Can children name the pictures and find the matching initial sounds? There are 2 colour cards to cut out on each of the 3 pages. Laminate so that you can reuse the resource. Add to your reading / writing corner or your phonics displays.

Three worksheets centered around the letter B with a bees and bear theme. Children trace around the dotted shapes enhancing their fine motor skills. They can then colour in the pictures.

Here are 4 robots that your class will adore. They come with a poem and some information about them and where they live. Each robot has it’s own colours and personality. Children can gain information from the poem to colour in the 4 robot posters correctly. There is a matching sheet where children match the robots to their names and then colour them in. There are also templates for the children to use for their story and poetry writing. The resource links to toys, creative writing, story, number rhymes and poetry.

This activity links phonics and Ourselves encouraging children to apply their phonics knowledge in an engaging way. The resource shows black and white pictures of children playing. Children work out, from the descriptions of the children in the pictures playing, what their names are. They use the initial sounds to help them. They can then cut and match the pictures and words. Once they have correctly identified the names of the children they can colour in the pictures.

5 Worksheets based on your work around the letter S. Each sheet shows 6 pictures of things beginning with S. Each picture has the word underneath in outline so that children can trace within the lines.

This a set of planning and activities that includes learning objectives, resources and assessment. It uses Boardmaker symbols and is suitable for EYFS, KS1 and SEND pupils. Boardmaker licenced. The planning is based on the delightful book by Julia Donaldson. ‘The Hippo has a Hat’. The activities link to literacy - story, rhyme and handwriting. They also link in well with animals and clothing for your topic work. Activities include: Rhyme recognition and word matching, word tracing and drawing, creative arts and drama. You can use the planning and resources for a complete lesson or unit of work or dip in to Story sessions.

A set of activities and resources for an introduction to Transport and sorting into Land, Sea and Air. The planning sheet includes learning objectives, activities, resources and assessment. Planning can be used for a lesson or unit of work. There are a set of colour flashcards of the 6 vehicles introduced which can be cut out, duplicated and laminated. There is a sheet with space for drawing or pasting vehicles. Sheet 3 is for labelling and colouring. Sheet 4 is to support handwriting and fine motor control. Suitable for EYFS and KS1 children.

Engage young minds with this vibrant, 10-in-1 pack of colourful writing frames designed for KS1 and EYFS. Perfect for inspiring creativity and enhancing early literacy skills.

This resource is a tool to help children not only understand the story of Rosy and Ryan and their first day at school, but also relate to their feelings and prepare themselves for their journey into school life. This story focuses around twins Rosy and Ryan as they prepare for their first day of school. Their mother, Janet, provides them with five helpful tips to ensure they enjoy their first day and make the most out of their school experience. Activities associated with the story: Circle or Colour the Faces: Children are presented with a series of faces displaying different emotions. They are asked to circle or colour the faces that represent how they feel about starting school, encouraging them to express their emotions and fostering emotional literacy. Write 3 Tips: Based on the story, children are asked to write down three tips they would give to a new child to help them settle into school. This task encourages reflection, understanding, and empathy towards others. Draw Rosy and Ryan: Children are encouraged to draw their interpretations of Rosy and Ryan on their first day of school. This fosters creativity and allows children to visualize and connect with the story’s characters. Comprehension Questions: A list of simple questions about the story is provided to assess and enhance the children’s comprehension skills. This promotes critical thinking, understanding, and engagement with the story. This resource is designed for teachers and parents alike to guide young children into understanding and preparing for the school environment. The resource uses symbols. Boardmaker licenced.

These five fun, original poems for KS1, accompanied by activities will captivate your children’s imagination and help to reassure them when starting back at school. “Lolly’s Lunchtime Lesson: A School Tale” Lolly learns that a friendship can start over a shared lunch! “A Purr-fect First Day at School” Lenny hides his kitten in his backpack to take to school “Molly Plays Hide and Seek” Molly hides behind the sofa on her first day of school “My First Day at School” School turns out to be fun after all! “Under the Stair and Behind the Bear” Penelope and her brother Gary, find their courage and nerve just in time for school!