A resource for EYFS and KS1 for Christmas around number to 12. The resource shows black and white cards of numbers and number words from 1 to 12, together with black and white pictures of Christmas themed objects from 1 to 12. The idea is for children to colour in the cards, cut them out and match them. The first sheet of the resource shows an example where children have coloured, cut and matched numbers 1, 3 and 6. Great for matching games or as a stand alone activity.

An activity linked to numbers to 12, months of the year and handwriting. Children can cut out the colour cards showing numbers 1 to 12, the months of the year and a picture for each month. They can match these and sequence. The fourth sheet is black and white and gives children the opportunity to consolidate their learning and to trace over the months of the year. Boardmaker licenced. Cut and laminate for matching games.

10 worksheets each showing a number character. Children read the numbers, count and colour the pictures.

A useful exercise for developing cutting skills and sorting colours. There are 3 pages here each showing 4 colour word /shapes with matching colour shapes. Suitable for EYFS and KS1

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.

3 fun activities to do with young children learning about Dinosaurs. The first 2 pages are colour flashcards of dinosaurs for children to play a matching game with. Sheet 3 shows 2 bookmarks to make with a dinosaur theme. Sheet 3 is a colouring worksheet where children write a sentence underneath.

3 original poems to share with your early years children when introducing 2D shapes. My shape poem My Heart Shape Sorting The final sheet has 2 outline templates with shape borders. Children can use these to draw and label shapes or to make simple shape poetry.

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.

8 worksheets for children learning to count to 3 and recognise numerals to 3. Children count and match cars, fruit, toys, houses, animals, shoes and balls. The final sheet asks children to count the candles on the cakes up to 3 and match to the children.

A fun activity for Easter where children count and colour the eggs on the Easter egg tree. Links to colour, pattern, data handling and numbers. There are 4 worksheets: Children count how many of each egg are on the tree and then colour them according to the code given. They write the number next to the eggs. Children count the eggs on the tree and use their own colours to colour them in and write the numbers. Children add eggs to the tree and write how many of each added. Children make their own egg tree.

A counting and number activity with an Easter egg theme. Cut out the 6 flashcards and these can be used on displays or for children to order from 1 to 6. Laminate for durability. Children can count out mini eggs to go with each number flashcard. There is also an activity where children can cut out the 6 small Easter egg flashcards and glue them to the number template sheet included.

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.

This resource introduces children to octagon shapes alongside emotions, with the “Octagon Pals,” a series of octagon-shaped characters, each showing a different feeling / emotion. Each page features a simple octagon character with a different expression, such as happy, sad, surprised, or angry. Beside the character is a blank octagon for children to draw their own version or create a new expression. The resource is black and white, making it ideal for colouring and drawing, and it supports EYFS and KS1.

This resource introduces children to shapes and emotions through simple, activities. The “Pentagon Pals” are a series of cartoon pentagon characters, each showing a different feeling. The resource consists of ten pages, each featuring a different pentagon character. For example, one page shows a pentagon with a big smile, clearly expressing happiness, while another might display a frown to show sadness, helping children recognize and understand a range of emotions. Next to each character is a blank pentagon, giving children the chance to draw their own version of the expression or create a completely new one, fostering self-expression. This black-and-white resource helps to teach children about the properties of pentagons but also helps them explore and express different emotions. It is suitable for EYFS and KS1.

This resource introduces children to shapes and emotions with the “Heart Pals,” a series of 10 heart-shaped characters, each showing a different feeling. Each page features a simple heart character with a different expression, such as happy, sad, surprised, or sleepy. Beside the character is a blank heart for children to draw their own version or create a new expression. The resource is black and white, making it perfect for colouring and drawing, and supports EYFS and KS1 children.

This resource introduces children to oval shapes and emotions with the “Oval Pals,” a series of 10 oval-shaped characters, each showing a different feeling. Each page features a simple oval character with a different expression, such as happy, sad, surprised, or angry. Beside the character is a blank oval for children to draw their own version or create a new expression. The resource is black and white, making it perfect for colouring and drawing, and supports EYFS and KS1 children.

“10 Triangular Cartoon Shape Characters” is a 10-page black and white resource designed for Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 learners. Each page features a triangular cartoon character, providing a fun and engaging way for children to explore 2D shapes, emotions, and self-expression. The resource encourages children to draw faces on the characters. They can make the characters the same or draw a different expression. This activity supports understanding of shapes, promotes social-emotional learning, and encourages creativity and self-awareness.

A 10-page black and white resource designed for Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 learners. The resource provides a fun and engaging way for children to explore 2D shapes, emotions, and self-expression. Each page features a rectangular cartoon character and one for the children to complete. Children can draw a matching facial expression on each blank character or draw a different face showing different emotions. This activity supports understanding of shapes, promotes social-emotional learning, and encourages creativity and self-awareness.

“10 Circular Cartoon Shape Characters” is a 10-page black and white resource designed for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 (KS1) learners. Each page features a circular cartoon character, providing a fun and engaging way for children to explore 2D shapes, emotions, and self-expression. Children can draw different faces / expressions on the character templates on each page to match the cartoon characters or draw a different expression or feeling. This activity supports understanding of shapes, promotes social-emotional learning, and encourages creativity and self-awareness.

“Square Cartoon Shape Characters” is a 10-page black and white resource for EYFS and KS1. Each page has a square cartoon character with a different facial expression and a blank square character for children to draw faces / expressions onto. They can copy the expressions or make the characters different. The resource supports learning of 2D shapes, feelings, and emotions. It’s a fun way to encourage creativity, self-expression, and understanding of shapes.