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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.
Mixed up Animals Fun EYFS
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Mixed up Animals Fun EYFS

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5 animals have got mixed up. Some have got spots or stripes that they should not have and others have strange colours. Can children identify what animals they should be and the patterns they usually have? Children can colour the new mixed up animals and give them names.
Animals Recount Writing Frames EYFS KS1
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Animals Recount Writing Frames EYFS KS1

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Writing frames to stimulate and support young children’s recount writing. Sheet 1 is based on a trip to a farm. Children can write in the animal noises they might hear in the speech bubbles and then fill in the shapes with writing and drawing to illustrate the trip. Sheet 2 is based on a trip to the zoo. Again, children can fill in the speech bubbles and the shapes with writing and drawings. Sheet 3 is a blank template for children to use for their own work adding drawings, pictures and writing.
Congo Animals Word Search and Labelling
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Congo Animals Word Search and Labelling

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A colourful fun resource for children learning about animals and their habitats at EYFS and KS1. There are 8 animals that can be found in the Congo, shown in colour and differentiated for children to label. Sheet 1 - overwrite the names of the animals Sheet 2 - Write the words / names of the animals Sheet 3 - Draw the animals or paste in a picture and then overwrite the words There is a Word Search where children look for the names of the 8 Congo animals. Finally, there is an answer sheet for children to check their answers.
Animals in the City Word Search and Label
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Animals in the City Word Search and Label

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A colourful fun resource for children learning about animals and their habitats at EYFS and KS1. There are 8 animals that can be found in the City, shown in colour and differentiated for children to label. Sheet 1 - overwrite the names of the animals Sheet 2 - Write the words / names of the animals Sheet 3 - Draw the animals or paste in a picture and then overwrite the words There is a Word Search where children look for the names of the 8 City animals. Finally, there is an answer sheet for children to check their answers.
Madagascar Animals Unit of Work KS1 EYFS
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Madagascar Animals Unit of Work KS1 EYFS

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This resource is an engaging tool for Key Stage 1 and EYFS teachers, aiming to instill an understanding of Madagascar, and animals that can be found there, in young children. It links to primary science, literacy, geography, citizenship and art areas of the curriculum. The resource pack includes a unit of work detailing objectives, activities, assessment and resources as well as challenging extension ideas. Activities like the word search, labelling, drawing, colouring and discussions help to engage children and cater for different learning styles. The planning is adaptable to different abilities, and can be used as a whole or in parts. The resource also provides suggestions for teachers to assess children’s understanding of Madagascar and animals found there.
Arctic Animals Unit of Work EYFS and KS1
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Arctic Animals Unit of Work EYFS and KS1

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This resource is an engaging tool for Key Stage 1 and EYFS teachers, aiming to instill an understanding of the Arctic and animals that can be found there, in young children. It links to primary science, literacy, geography and art areas of the curriculum. The resource pack includes a unit of work planning template detailing objectives, activities, assessment and resources as well as extension ideas. Activities like word searches, labelling, drawing and discussions help to engage children and cater for different learning styles. The planning is adaptable to different abilities, and can be used as a whole or in parts. The resource also provides suggestions for teachers to assess children’s understanding of Arctic animals. Tes paid licence
Amazon Rainforest Animals Word Work
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Amazon Rainforest Animals Word Work

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A colourful fun resource for children learning about animals and their habitats at EYFS and KS1. There are 8 animals that can be found in the Amazon Rainforest, shown in colour and differentiated for children to label. Sheet 1 - overwrite the names of the animals Sheet 2 - Write the words / names of the animals Sheet 3 - Draw the animals or paste in a picture and then overwrite the words There is a Word Search where children look for the names of the 8 Amazon Rainforest animals. Finally, there is an answer sheet for children to check their answers.
Desert Animals Unit of Work EYFS and KS1
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Desert Animals Unit of Work EYFS and KS1

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This resource is an engaging tool for Key Stage 1 and EYFS teachers, aiming to instill an understanding of the desert and animals that can be found there, in young children. It links to primary science, literacy, geography and art areas of the curriculum. The resource pack includes a unit of work planning template detailing objectives, activities, assessment and resources as well as interesting extension ideas. Activities like word searches, labelling, drawing and discussions help to engage children and cater for different learning styles. The planning is adaptable to different abilities, and can be used as a whole or in parts. The resource also provides suggestions for teachers to assess children’s learning and understanding of the desert and desert animals.
Counting Animals from 1 to 10 Activity Sheets
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Counting Animals from 1 to 10 Activity Sheets

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A set of 4 activity sheets with an animal theme. Children use a range of skills including counting, matching, cutting, colouring, reading, writing and ordering. Each sheet shows animal pictures , written words, numbers and numerals. Children cut out the pictures and match them to the words and numbers, as well as overwriting. Numbers are from 1 to 10. There is a template included that children can paste into or use for drawing. Suitable for KS1 and EYFS.
Enhancing Fine Motor Skills with Animals
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Enhancing Fine Motor Skills with Animals

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This resource has an animal theme and is designed to enhance fine motor skills development in children within the EYFS and KS1 age groups. It includes three worksheets each featuring 8 cartoon-style animal heads with dotted lines for tracing. Children can either assign creative names to these animals or use their actual species names. There is a collection of pets, wild animals and farm animals.
Baby Animals Colour and Match Cards EYFS
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Baby Animals Colour and Match Cards EYFS

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Children will have fun colouring in these baby animals to make them the same as the colour versions. There are 14 different baby animals to choose from. Enlarge for displays or poster making and for working with collage. Children can use different colouring media including felt pens, crayons and paint.
Plants and Animals Doodle Sheets EYFS & KS1
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Plants and Animals Doodle Sheets EYFS & KS1

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Plants and Animals Doodle Sheets is a set of 2 worksheets designed to engage your young learners in exploring the wonders of the natural world! Children will encounter a variety of plants and animals to identify, name, and colour. Featuring a wide array of animals and plants, these sheets provide ample opportunities for children to expand their knowledge and vocabulary of the natural world. Utilise the sheets to inspire children to write about animals, plants, and nature, fostering a deeper appreciation and understanding of the environment. The images on the sheets serves as a prompt for children to express their thoughts and feelings about nature through poetry. Ready to use and adaptable, these sheets can be easily integrated into various lesson plans.
Animals to Write and Match with Symbols
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Animals to Write and Match with Symbols

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5 worksheets where children can match the animal symbols. They can draw a line to the matching symbol or colour, cut out the pictures and match. They can then trace over the names of the animals improving handwriting skills. Boardmaker Licenced. Suitable for SEND children, EYFS and KS1.
20 Animals to Find and Word Match KS1
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20 Animals to Find and Word Match KS1

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A cross curricular resource consisting of 2 worksheets, 1 in colour and the other, a version in black and white. The resource links Animal themes with counting, reading, close observation skills and colouring. The objective is for children to read and identify the animals in the pictures and mark these off on the list. Children may also write the numbers next to the pictures. When complete, children can check that they have found all 20 animals. The black and white sheet can be coloured in. Laminate the colour sheet and this can be re-used with dry markers.
Animals in Easter Bonnets to Colour in
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Animals in Easter Bonnets to Colour in

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16 pages in black and white, each page showing 2 pictures of cartoon animals wearing an Easter bonnet. Children can colour these in and use them for an inspiration for drawing and making their own Easter bonnets.
Cartoon Animals Matching Game EYFS
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Cartoon Animals Matching Game EYFS

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Children can play matching games with these colourful animal cards. The animal cards are in the shape of a phone and there are a total of 18 different animals. There is also a blank template that children can use to make their own animal cards or design the screen page of a phone. Cut out, duplicate and laminate the cards for durability.
A Forest Tale of Friendship and Animals KS1 and EYFS
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A Forest Tale of Friendship and Animals KS1 and EYFS

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Introduce your class to the story of Charlie the Chameleon and his Friends in the Forest. This tale follows Charlie, a chameleon, as he embarks on a journey to make friends with different animals in the forest. The narrative teaches children the valuable lesson that despite our differences, friendship is always possible. There are a range of activity ideas to go with the story. Colour, Write, and Sequence: Children can colour pictures of the animals, write their names, and then cut them out to arrange in the order they appear in the story. Animal Drawing: Encourage the children to draw each animal, like a zebra or lion. Story Sequencing and Maths Integration: Have the children write or draw the animals in the sequence they appear in the story, from first to sixth, linking storytelling with basic numeracy skills. Literacy and Art Combination: Children can read and write the names of the animals, and then draw or paste a picture for each. Number and Animal Matching: Using number cards from 1 to 6, children can cut them out and match them to the animals in the order they appeared in the story. Comprehension Questions: Develop critical thinking and comprehension with questions like ‘What game could Charlie and his friends play in the forest?’ Ten questions are provided for verbal or written responses. Word Search and Matching: Three, word search grids are included, each containing two animal names. Once found, children can match these names to the corresponding animal pictures. Answers are included.
60 Animals to Name Colour Cut and Match
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60 Animals to Name Colour Cut and Match

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This ‘Animal’ teaching resource is designed for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 (KS1) children to explore and learn about animals in a fun and engaging way. The resource includes 20 worksheets, each showcasing three coloured animals alongside three matching black and white animals, providing a total of 60 animal cards. The worksheets can be used as they are and /or the colour cards can be laminated and cut out for matching and sorting games. The accompanying lesson plans outline 5 structured activities with objectives, resources needed, and step-by-step instructions. The lessons are designed to help children identify and name animals, sort them by habitat, group similar animals, engage in creative art projects, and enhance their phonetic awareness. These activities encourage collaborative learning and individual creativity and link to Animals and their habitats, Sorting and Matching and Phonics.
5 Animals beginning with the Letter O
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5 Animals beginning with the Letter O

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The resource includes five worksheets, each focusing on a different animal beginning with the letter “O”: Otter, Octopus, Orangutan, Owl, and Ostrich. Each worksheet features: • A picture of the animal, that children can colour in. • A writing practice section where children can trace and write the name of each animal and overwrite letters. The resource reinforces letter-sound recognition while connecting literacy with nature and wildlife.
5 Animals Beginning with the Letter I
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5 Animals Beginning with the Letter I

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The resource includes five worksheets, each focusing on a different animal beginning with the letter “I”: Iguana, insect, Indian elephant, Inchwork and Ibis. Each worksheet features: • A picture of the animal, that children can colour in. • A writing practice section where children can trace and write the name of each animal and overwrite letters. The resource reinforces letter-sound recognition while connecting literacy with nature and wildlife.