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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.
Squares All Around Us 30 Photo Cards
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‘Squares All Around Us’ is made up of 30 Photo Cards. The cards feature photographs of square or cubes and are objects found in everyday life. The cards promote observational skills and give lots of opportunity for speaking and listening. Here are some activities that children could play with these cards: Square Hunt: Divide the cards among the children and ask them to find similar square objects in the classroom or at home. They could also search in books on the internet if access. Memory Game: Duplicate cards and turn all cards face down, children take turns trying to find matching pairs. Sorting Squares: The children can sort the cards by different categories, such as color, size, or usage (e.g., food items, toys or games etc.). Art and Craft: Children can make prints with square objects or make their own posters of square. The cards will enhance any display on shape.
Circles All Around Us 30 Photo Cards
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Circles All Around Us 30 Photo Cards

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‘Circles All Around Us’ is made up of 30 Photo Cards. The cards feature photographs of round or spherical objects found in everyday life. The cards promote observational skills and give lots of opportunity for speaking and listening. Here are some activities that children could play with these cards: Circle Hunt: Divide the cards among the children and ask them to find similar round objects in the classroom or at home. Memory Game: Duplicate cards and turn all cards face down, children take turns trying to find matching pairs. Sorting Circles: The children can sort the cards by different categories, such as color, size, or usage (e.g., food items,vegetables, etc.). Art and Craft: Children can make prints with round objects or make their own posters of round or spherical objects. The cards will enhance any display on shape.
Exploring 3D Shape Cubes with Colour KS1
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Exploring 3D Shape Cubes with Colour KS1

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This ‘Exploring 3D Shapes with Colours for KS1’ resource is an interactive, hands-on learning experience that supports learning of 3D shapes, particularly cubes,colour and pattern recognition. By engaging with a variety of activities, from building, colouring to puzzle solving, children will develop essential skills like problem-solving and spatial awareness. Sheet 1 is a planning sheet with 5 suggested ideas for using the resources. Sheets 2,3 and 4 are colour posters showing cube patterns for children to recreate. Sheet 5 is a large colour cube made up of smaller cubes - children can recreate the cube. Sheet 6 is a black and white version of the large cube. There are 3 worksheets for children to copy and recreate patterns. Finally there is a template of cubes that children can cut out and use in a variety of ways. The resource can form the basis of a lesson, make up a unit of work, or just dip in and out for 3D shape worksheets.
Geometric Patterns and Planned Activities
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Geometric Patterns and Planned Activities

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A fun approach to pattern and shape where children have the opportunity to learn about geometric shapes, improve their memory and counting skills whilst fostering creativity. Page 1 is a planning sheet with 10 suggestions for using the geometric pattern cards. Activities include pattern recognition, matching games, creating new patterns, sorting, identifying shapes, sequencing and symmetry. There are then 16 geometric black and white pattern cards, with 2 per page. Use as worksheets, flashcards, for games, colouring, pencil control and inspiration for pattern making. Suitable for EYFS and KS1 children. Use as a lesson, unit of work or resource to dip in and out of.
3 Maths Borders Colour and Black / White
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3 Maths Borders Colour and Black / White

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3 borders with each with a different maths theme. The borders come in colour and there is a black and white version for children to colour in themselves. The borders are great for displaying the children’s work on the walls and for jazzing up worksheets. Use the borders to make your own maths problems too.
Fun Bingo Games with Times Tables KS1
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Fun Bingo Games with Times Tables KS1

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A fun and interactive way to practice and consolidate times tables for KS1. A great way to wind down ready for the end of term too! There is a set of instructions, 12 different Bingo cards which are colour coded and a set of times tables cards. You can differentiate the game for more or less able children. Children can play in pairs or teams for even more enjoyment. A useful end of term tool also to assess children’s learning of multiplication tables.
Add 3 Numbers Cut out Cards KS1
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Add 3 Numbers Cut out Cards KS1

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3 pages of cut out cards showing fruit machines where there are 3 numbers. Cut out the cards and laminate and use as flashcards or use single sheets as worksheets. Children add together the 3 numbers. Numbers are up to 18. There is a blank template included that you can use to make more flashcards or to differentiate for higher / lower abilities.
10  Fun Games Posters for End of Term
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10 Fun Games Posters for End of Term

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Are you looking to engage your Key Stage 1 children in a fun and educational way as the term wraps up? Here is a pack of 10 interactive set of tasks allowing your children to wind down while keeping their minds active. Each poster can be used at its current A4 size or can be enlarged for bigger groups and has been designed with a variety of tasks to suit a range of abilities. The 8 tasks on each sheet include: Mazes to challenge problem-solving skills and spatial awareness Handwriting exercises to reinforce good writing practices Counting activities to boost math proficiency Speaking and listening tasks to improve communication skills Symmetry exercises to promote an understanding of shapes and patterns Word art tasks to bolster vocabulary and artistic abilities Spot-the-difference games for enhancing attention to detail Word search to enrich language and spelling The pack also includes a blank template for you or the children to create their own game posters. This resource is useful for classroom, at home or in after-school settings. Children can work individually, with a friend or a group to complete the tasks.
UFO Number Cards Key Stage 1
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UFO Number Cards Key Stage 1

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A set of 48 cards for you to cut out, laminate and use in your writing area or number area. Link the cards to your Space theme. Each sheet could also be used as a worksheet for children to complete. Numbers are from 0 to 6 for sheets, expect sheets 3 and 4 where children can be challenged to add the numbers together. Use dry markers with your laminated cards. A useful ‘finishing early’ activity for children where they can choose and complete cards. Activities Sheets 1 and 2 - write the missing numbers between 1 and 6 Sheets 3 and 4 - add numbers below 6 together Sheets 5 - trace the dotted lines to write the numbers Sheet 6 - trace within the lines to write the numbers Sheets 7 - add the numbers to complete the sequences Sheet 8- this is a template for you or the children to add your own activity or number sets.
Counting to 5 Food Flashcards EYFS  KS1
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Counting to 5 Food Flashcards EYFS KS1

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Colour flashcards with a food theme for you to cut out and laminate and use in counting, ordering and matching games with young children. Numbers are from 1 to 5. There are 3 colour cards - blue, yellow and green and 30 flash cards in total.
Addition Nought and Crosses Game KS1
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Addition Nought and Crosses Game KS1

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A fun interactive game for KS1 children following the same game rules as a traditional tic tac toe or noughts and crosses game. The resource includes a planning sheet with resources, preparation and instructions for the game. There is a planning sheet, 2 sets of cards, noughts and crosses cards. There are 4 board games with addition sums for children working on numbers up to 10. These can be changed depending on the ability of your children.
'Day Diaries' Days of the Week Activities
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'Day Diaries' Days of the Week Activities

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This activity is suitable for EYFS and KS1. It allows children to make personal connections to the days of the week, helping them to remember the names and order more easily. It also promotes creativity and presentation skills. By associating days with specific activities or events, students gain a practical understanding of how days function in their daily lives. It can also enhance their understanding of sequential order and time concepts. Resources include: Planning Sequencing days of the week flashcards to cut and order A worksheet / Day Diary, for each day of the week A sample worksheet to give children an idea of filling in the the ‘Day Diaries’.
Counting up to 12 Nature Cards EYFS KS1
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Counting up to 12 Nature Cards EYFS KS1

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Counting in Nature: A Resource for EYFS and KS1 Children. Counting in Nature is a fun and engaging resource designed to help children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 (KS1) develop their counting skills from 1 to 12. The activity focuses on using nature-themed picture cards to teach counting while sparking children’s interest in the natural world. By counting and recording the number of nature-related items on each card, children learn to recognize and understand numbers. Children can sequence the cards, or duplicate the cards, for making pairs. Add number cards for matching pictures and numerals. Cut out and laminate the cards for durability and for use in games. Laminate and add dry markers and the resource makes a welcome addition to your maths corner or table. Boardmaker licenced to use symbols.
Telling the Time Cards at KS1
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Telling the Time Cards at KS1

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This versatile resource is designed to support teachers in teaching time to Key Stage 1 students. The set includes four different types of clock faces on ‘camera’ cards, allowing children to practice time-telling skills. The clock faces are presented in a clear and engaging manner, making it easy for young learners to understand and interact with them. Activity Ideas: Explore a range of real clocks including wall clocks, alarm clocks, watches, digital clocks and roman numeral clocks. Display a clock face card on the board and have students identify the time. This can be done as a whole class activity or in small groups. This resource supports o’clock, half past and quarter past the hour. There are blank templates for you to extend further. Create Your Own Clock: Use card circles, students create their own clock faces. They can choose a style they prefer and add the times using markers, stickers, or other materials. This hands-on activity will help them develop a deeper understanding of how different clock faces represent time. Time Matching: Print and cut out multiple sets of the clock face cards. Have students work in pairs or small groups to match the different clock faces showing the same time. This activity encourages collaboration and reinforces their time-telling skills. Cut out the camera cards, laminate and add to the maths table with dry markers. Boardmaker licenced for symbol use.
Time Detectives 12 Task Cards KS1
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Time Detectives 12 Task Cards KS1

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12 cross curricular task cards for children to choose from or work through connected to their topic on Time Detectives, History or Time. Each of the task cards can be worked on in pairs, individually or in groups. Examples are: Write a letter to the Future You. Listen to a famous speech such as the moon landing. Make a timeline or time capsule. Interview a grandparent. Link this resource with others in this set including a Bundle of Resources on Time Detectives. The final page has 2 Time Detective pictures that children could use for their topic book covers or add to your weekly timetable or displays. Cut and laminate the resources for durability and reuse. Useful too, for homework tasks.
Time Detectives Resource Bundle KS1
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Time Detectives Resource Bundle KS1

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A bundle of resources on the theme of Time Detectives for KS1 children and suitable for SEND pupils. Linked to History, Mathematics (number and time) and Literacy. A collection of stimulating ideas, flashcards, worksheets and planning to enhance your topic. The resources include pictures and symbols. Boardmaker licenced.
Time and Estimating Time  Intervals
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Time and Estimating Time Intervals

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A fun practical lesson linked to Time Detectives and Time for KS1 children and SEND pupils. There is a planning sheet with Learning Objectives, resources, activity suggestions and assessment ideas. There are 3 pages of colour task cards using symbols. Boardmaker licenced. There are 3 recording sheets showing all the tasks. Children work in pairs, estimating the time the tasks might take, carrying out the tasks and recording the actual time. Cut out and laminate the task cards for durability and for reuse. Ensure you have the equipment you need handy for each task such as a drum, a book, a pair of shoes, a bucket and spade etc.
6 Number Assessment Cards EYFS and KS1
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6 Number Assessment Cards EYFS and KS1

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6 colour number assessment cards for you to laminate and reuse for teaching and assessing numbers 1 to 6 and recognition of number words. There are 2 cards with number words and 4 cards showing numerals. Assess children’s ability to count and match pictures and numbers from 1 to 6. Add the cards to your number corner, table or displays.
Measures Word Work with Symbols
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Measures Word Work with Symbols

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A set of resources related to measures and teaching vocabulary. Suitable for EYFS, KS1 and SEND pupils. Page 1 is a poster on measures to talk about and then children can colour it in. Pages 2,3,4 are worksheets where children write the words for each symbol / picture e.g. short and tall or hot and cold. The final page is a word wall that children can use to support their writing. Boardmaker licenced.
Food Fun I can count to 8 EYFS KS1
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Food Fun I can count to 8 EYFS KS1

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5 black and white worksheets on the theme of food and numbers from 1 to 8. 4 worksheets show food items that children cut out, count and order from 1 to 8. The final sheet shows numbers from 1 to 8. Children can cut and order the numbers or use this as a template for pasting into.