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Teaching and Learning Resources for Early Learners and KS1

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Looking for something fresh and original to ignite your classroom? Dive into a treasure trove of resources designed to captivate and inspire KS1 children. Plus, explore engaging materials for Key Stage 2 and tailored resources for SEND learners. From Phonics to Speaking & Listening, Reading & Writing activities, Maths, PSHE and a variety of exciting topic-based resources, you’ll find everything you need to create new lessons that stand out.

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Looking for something fresh and original to ignite your classroom? Dive into a treasure trove of resources designed to captivate and inspire KS1 children. Plus, explore engaging materials for Key Stage 2 and tailored resources for SEND learners. From Phonics to Speaking & Listening, Reading & Writing activities, Maths, PSHE and a variety of exciting topic-based resources, you’ll find everything you need to create new lessons that stand out.
Data Handling with Frogs KS1
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Data Handling with Frogs KS1

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Fun with frogs and data handling at KS1. The lesson starts with children looking at the colour poster of 18 frogs all wearing different hats. Children observe carefully looking at the frogs eye colour and types of head wear. Sheet 2 asks children to count and record e.g. number of frogs with brown eyes/party hats/work hats. There are 5 questions to answer. Sheet 3 is for children to draw a hat on each of the frogs and label them. Sheet 4 shows frogs in different positions or activities. Children colour the matching frogs to make them the same. Sheet 5 shows 2 writing frames for children to write about frogs or their findings of the data handling activities.
Let's Go Shopping Activity
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Let's Go Shopping Activity

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Money from 5p to £3 A fun shopping activity where children work out how much each item costs from its position on the grid and the position of the bags with money tags. There is a sheet for children to record the cost of each item and a sheet for them to record the grid reference of the items. There is also a black and white grid with the shopping items on for children to colour in. Extend by asking differentiated questions such as: How much would it cost for a duck and an apple? Susan purchased 1a and 4d - what did she buy and how much did it cost her?
Count up to 50 with Animals
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Count up to 50 with Animals

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A counting resource where children count the spots on each of the animals and then count how many spots altogether on each page. There are 8 worksheets with different animals. 2 animals per page.
Months of the Year Symbol Sorting
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Months of the Year Symbol Sorting

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*Licenced to use, produce and sell resources using Boardmaker symbols. This resource includes colour flashcards of the months of the year with 8 to an A4 page. Cut and laminate these for sorting activities and to add to displays. There is a colour and black and white version of the worksheet where the 12 months are included. These small cards can be cut out and sequenced. The black and white ones can be coloured in. Add to class displays or individual symbol boards. The final page shows a template sheet where children can add their own pictures to the months of the year.
Symmetry in Nature with Butterflies KS1
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Symmetry in Nature with Butterflies KS1

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This resource introduces KS1 pupils to the world of symmetry, pattern, and art offering a multisensory approach to learning. By drawing lines of symmetry and colouring butterfly patterns, children learn symmetry but also explore their artistic skills, understanding how patterns and symmetry play a crucial role in art and design. This resource integrates maths with nature and art, encouraging children to see the connections between different subjects and how they apply to the world around them. What’s Included? 12 different black and white symmetrical butterfly pictures for colouring - 6 on each of the two worksheets. 2 Butterfly and flowers colouring poster sheets. A planning activity guide with instructions and tips on how to use this resource. Suggestions for extension activities to take the learning beyond the classroom.
Make a Months of the Year Poster KS1
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Make a Months of the Year Poster KS1

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This is a writing frame that children can use to inspire them to write about anything. Here the focus is on the months of the year - there is a blank frame that children can use to fill out the months of the year. They can add in how many days are in each month. The second sheet already has the months filled in for differentiation. Children can write in the shapes, add relevant words or pictures to denote each month. They could also add in celebrations such as Easter and Birthdays. There is also a worked example where pictures have been filled in for each month. Discuss this with the children before they start to give them some ideas. These posters make a lovely months of the year display when completed.
Can you tell me the Time please? PPT
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Can you tell me the Time please? PPT

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A power point presentation for use when teaching children the time. This one shows o’clock, but can be altered by turning the clock hands for any times you want. The question and answer is animated and these appear on a click of the key or use of a switch: ‘Can you tell me the time please?’ ‘It’s three o’clock’. The final page is a clock template for children to make their own. Print these on card and laminate. Add split pins for the hands. Children can then make the times indicated on the PPT.
20 Maths Challenge Cards KS1
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20 Maths Challenge Cards KS1

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A set of challenge cards for your KS1 pupils. Great for early finishers, wet play or home work. Cut and laminate and use over again with dry markers. Or add to your maths/writing corner/table with paper and pens. Continue your collection and you could store them in a small file index box. Activities include: colour, shape, estimation, addition, making sets, describing shape and size. Links to literacy: reading, writing and speaking and listening.
Data Handling with Pumpkins KS1/EYFS
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Data Handling with Pumpkins KS1/EYFS

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This resource offers a practical way to introduce data handling concepts to your KS1/EYFS children. Featuring 18 colour pictures / cards of pumpkins wearing different hats, this resource provides a hands-on approach to data analysis. There is a sheet of questions for children to fill in e.g. how many pumpkins have green eyes, how many wearing party hats etc. Other activities include designing hats for each pumpkin on the sheet and matching black-and-white pumpkins and colouring them in to make them the same. Two writing frames are also included for children to document their findings or reflect on their pumpkin-related experiences. Resource links to Halloween.
Missing Number Snakes from 1 to 30
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Missing Number Snakes from 1 to 30

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Children fill in the missing numbers on these snakes. Odd numbers and even numbers to 15 and numbers from 15 to 1. Numbers up to 30. Colour and black and white versions of this resource are included. Blank templates are also included for you to write your own number sequences in.
Teaching the Months of the Year KS1
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Teaching the Months of the Year KS1

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A pack of resources for teachers working on Time or teaching the months of the year. The activities can be used as stand alone lessons or a unit of work. There is a lesson plan with objectives, resources and activity ideas. Resources include a collection of 12 colour circular pictures denoting each month of the year. Children can cut these out and sequence them and paste onto the blank template. There is a worksheet for each month of the year which shows the monthly symbol and calendar. Children are asked how many days there are in each month, what day each month begins on and to add any stars for special days. Children write in all the days for each month. The circular colour months can be enlarged to make useful flashcards.
Counting Trucks to 5
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Counting Trucks to 5

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4 sets of different colour trucks for children to cut, count, order and match from 1 to 5. They will need to look carefully at the size, shape and number of wheels when matching encouraging close observation and discussion. Duplicate and laminate for more matching games and a reusable activity.
Toys Counting to 20
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Toys Counting to 20

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3 Toys colour worksheets for children learning to count to 20 and to write their numbers. The worksheets are also in black and white. There is a blank template included for you or your children to use.
Under the Sea Count to 20 Worksheets
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Under the Sea Count to 20 Worksheets

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4 worksheets showing 10 pictures for children to count and write the numbers underneath. Black and white versions are included. Links to the themes: Oceans and Seas, Water, Animals or Sea Creatures.
Addition and Subtraction Animated Dice Fun PPT
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Addition and Subtraction Animated Dice Fun PPT

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A fun way to teach addition and subtraction within 10. Use on the smartboard or children can work on this on the computer at home or at school. I like to add some practical work here and use large dice alongside the game. Good for pairs or small group work too.
Favourite Sweet Survey KS1
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Favourite Sweet Survey KS1

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A Favourite Sweet Survey activity on the Smart board or children can complete on the computers. Based on 5 types of sweets and 10 people surveyed. This can be adjusted or changed to suit your class/ children. Includes a Tally Chart, Results Table and Pictogram.
Halves and Quarters KS1
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Halves and Quarters KS1

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3 worksheets in black and white. 1- complete the picture 2 - draw half a picture or shape and ask a friend to complete it 3 - draw a quarter of a picture or shape and ask a friend to complete it
Make a Shape Monster EYFS
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Make a Shape Monster EYFS

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A fun shape activity for Early Years or KS1 children linked to 2D Shape. There is a colour example of 6 shape monsters. Children can practice drawing monsters using the 6 shape template or the individual shapes which are one to a page. Extend the activity by making the monsters using different media such as paint, fabric, wallpaper or collage materials.