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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.
Shape Cards for Display or Visual Aids EYFS/KS1
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Shape Cards for Display or Visual Aids EYFS/KS1

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12 pairs of 2D shape cards for cuttting out and matching, or for use as visual aids or displays on shape. Shapes : circle, oval, square, rectangle, heart, star, cross, triangle, diamond, pentagon, octagon and hexagon.
Shapes and Sides KS1
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Shapes and Sides KS1

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A 2D shape and counting resource for KS1 Pages 1 and 2 show colour shapes with the number of sides written inside Children can count the sides to make sure the numbers are correct Cut these out, too, for flashcards or displays Page 3 shows a colour worksheet where the numbers are removed from the shapes and the children add them in Pages 4,5, and 6 show worksheets with black and white shapes where children count the sides and write them in the shapes
Rainbow Border 3D Shape Flashcards
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Rainbow Border 3D Shape Flashcards

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Colour flashcards with the following 3D shapes: cylinder, pyramid, sphere, cube, cuboid and cone. There are 4 of each shape in different colours: blue, green, orange and grey. Use as visual aids, display cards or for matching games when teaching or consolidating 3D shape. Laminate to ensure durability.
Sphere Shape Patterns to Colour in KS1
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Sphere Shape Patterns to Colour in KS1

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Here are 16 sphere shaped patterns for children to colour in choosing their own media e.g. felt pens, paint, pencils etc. The first page shows all 16 designs. Links to art work on patterns, colour and 3D shape.
2D and 3D Shape Assessment Sheets KS1
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2D and 3D Shape Assessment Sheets KS1

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2 assessment shape sheets for KS1 in colour and in black and white. Sheet 1 - 2D shape including hexagon, pentagon and heart. Sheet 2 - 2D and 3D shape including pyramid, cone and cylinder. Children write the names of the first 3 shapes. Then name and match the the next 4 shapes to ‘real’ objects in the centre box. There is a word bank at the bottom to support children with their spelling.
Shape Assessment Sheets KS1
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Shape Assessment Sheets KS1

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2 handy original shape assessment colour worksheets, with the same worksheets in black and white. Children label the five 2D shapes at the top of the sheets. There are then two tasks to do e.g. write about what a square and rectangle have in common. Sheet 2 includes two 3D shapes and tasks around these e.g. list 5 everyday things that are cylinders. There is space to write on the sheets.
Shape Houses Patterns
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Shape Houses Patterns

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A 2D shape and pattern resource for EYFS and KS1. Included are 4 colour houses made up of 7 shapes. Each house has different coloured shapes. There is a black and white house for children to use as a template. They can either colour this in to match one of the 4 houses or make up their own colour patterns. There are 7 shapes for children to colour in, cut out and rearrange into a house included. Use in combination with colour 2D shapes for a practical activity or cut out shapes from felt or sticky backed paper.
Heart Shape Colour and Pattern Work
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Heart Shape Colour and Pattern Work

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3 activities for children based on 2D heart shapes. Sheet 1 shows 10 sets of hearts. Children use the 3 colours shown for each set of hearts and make as many different patterns as they can by colouring in the white hearts. Sheet 2 is for children to choose their own colours and make 3 sets of hearts. Sheet 3 shows rows of 4 hearts. Children choose 4 different colours to make these patterns.
3D Shape Work Pack
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3D Shape Work Pack

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Lots of ideas for teaching 3D shape. Starting with 3 colour posters to get the class talking about shape. Spheres and Cubes Cylinders and Cones Cuboids and Pyramids Activity 1:The next poster contains all the shapes and can be used on display or for children to sort out the 6 shapes. Activity 2: Find and draw objects the same as each of the 6 shapes. Activity 3: Cut and match the colour and /or grey shape symbols. Activity 4: Read the descriptions of the shape properties and join these to the shapes shown.
2D Shape Cards Colour and Black and White
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2D Shape Cards Colour and Black and White

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12 shape flashcards with 2 to a page. Each page has 1 colour and 1 matching black and white shape. Shapes are 2D. Cut and laminate for flashcards or for displays. Children can also colour the black and white shapes using their own choices of colour or copying the colour shapes to make them the same. Children could use a range of media for their shapes such as felt pens, paint or collage materials.
10 A4 Shape Borders
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10 A4 Shape Borders

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10 borders for your work on 2D shape or colour. Useful too, for displaying childrens work or framing posters or key words. These are: Squares - black and white border and colour border Oval - black and white border and colour border Rectangles - black and white border and colour border Circles - black and white border and colour border Triangles - black and white border and colour border
Let's Talk about 2D Shapes
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Let's Talk about 2D Shapes

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4 activity sheets are included here showing 2D shapes. Sheet 1 shows 12 colour picture cards to name and talk about. Duplicate, print and cut and match. Sheet 2 shows the same pictures as sheet 1 in black and white. Children can colour these in and / or cut and match to the colour pictures. Sheet 3 shows all the shapes for children to name, label and colour in. Sheet 4 has a box for each shape that children can read the names and draw in. (The boxes here are shuffled and thus in a different order than the previous ones). Useful for children learning their shapes and colours and those pupils learning English.
Counting and Ordering Shape from 1 to 10
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Counting and Ordering Shape from 1 to 10

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3 worksheets where children count the shapes/symbols and match them to the number words. Then they can cut out the shape cards and order them from 1 to 10. There is a blank template at the end where children can paste their shape cards into or draw their own.
Know your 2D Shapes Assessment Sheets
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Know your 2D Shapes Assessment Sheets

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5 assessment or revision worksheets for children based on 4 2D shapes: circle, square, rectangle and triangle. Sheet 1 shows objects that are shaped like the 4 shapes for children to identify, talk about and colour in. Sheet 2 asks children to trace the 4 shapes. Sheet 3 is for children to count out the appropriate number of each shape and colour them in. Sheet 4 - children are required to draw a given number of shapes. Sheet 5 gives children the opportunity to write the shape words.
Make a Shape Robot
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Make a Shape Robot

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2 (2D) shape robots for children to cut and make. The resource shows the 2 colour robots and then a set of shapes for children to cut out and make into robots. Use card for printing and split pins for moving parts to the robots.
Number Shapes to cut, match and order
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Number Shapes to cut, match and order

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An EYFS or KS1 resource linked to numbers from one to twelve. Page 1 shows colour number shapes with words and numerals for children to cut and match. Page 2 is the same as page 1 but in black and white. Children can colour these in. Pages 3,4,5 and 6 each have three number shapes showing words and numerals in black and white. Pages 7,8.9 and 10 are the sames as 3,4 , 5,6 but in colour. Finally page 11 is a shape template in black and white showing 6 shapes. Children can add their own number words, numerals and colours. Can be used as visual aids, added to displays or activities for sorting, matching and ordering.
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.
Fun with Hats: A Data Adventure for Children
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Fun with Hats: A Data Adventure for Children

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Fun with Hats: A Data Adventure for Children is a maths resource designed for Key Stage 1 and EYFS children. The resource aims to develop early data handling and sorting skills through fun activities. The resource includes: • Three Sets of Colour Picture Cards: Each set contains 18 colour pictures of children wearing different hats. Sets 1A and 1B, Set 2A and 2B, and Set 3A and 3B include the same pictures but are jumbled in different orders, providing multiple opportunities for matching and sorting activities. • Activity Sheet for Counting and Matching Hats: This sheet allows children to practice counting, sorting, matching and recording. There are 6 planned Activity ideas which come with objectives, instructions and assessment opportunities. Hat Matching Game: Objective: Develop data handling and sorting skills by matching pictures of children with different hats. Sorting Hat Game: Objective: Practice sorting and categorising skills based on hat colour and type. Hat Relay Race: Objective: Reinforce sorting skills and promote teamwork. Hat Storytelling: Objective: Encourage creativity and language development through storytelling. Design Your Own Hat: Objective: Encourage creativity and artistic expression while reinforcing understanding of different types of hats. Counting and Matching Hats: Objective: Practice counting and matching skills. The resource links to topics on Clothing. Boardmaker licenced.
Trace, Cut and Match 2D Shapes
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Trace, Cut and Match 2D Shapes

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This resource consists of five maths worksheets designed for young learners in EYFS and KS1, focusing on 2D shapes. There are 5 worksheets in colour and the same sheets duplicated in black and white. The worksheets feature a variety of activities to help children become familiar with basic geometric shapes: Children can name different shapes, reinforcing their shape recognition skills. Children trace over the shapes, which aids in developing fine motor skills and shape familiarity. Children colour in the black and white shapes, using their creativity while practicing colour recognition. Children cut around the shapes, enhancing their hand-eye coordination and scissor skills. Finally, children can match cut-out shapes with corresponding outline shapes, reinforcing their understanding of shape properties and spatial relationships. Overall, the worksheets provide an interactive approach to learning 2D shapes, catering to the developmental needs of young children.