Teaching and Learning Resources for Early Learners and KS1
Average Rating3.49
(based on 3612 reviews)
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.
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.
5 Lotto games with 6 boards and 15 cards to copy and cut and play the game with.
Themes: Halloween, Christmas, Fruit and Vegetables, Insects and Animals.
A colour powerpoint presentation for your children learning to count to 20 or consolidating numbers to 20.
The theme is the Seaside with each slide showing a number with an object/objects appearing for them to count related to the sea/seaside.
You can re-order the slides and / or print them and use them as visual aids or posters.
A complete set of alphabet worksheets from A to Z.
Each worksheet shows a picture, the word in American Sign Language, the word to trace and the word to colour within the lines.
Suitable for children with additional needs and Kindergarten children learning to recognise letters, read and write the alphabet.
The worksheets have a Spring / Summer theme.
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.
An Alphabet Book from A to Z.
4 pictures on each page to name, colour and match or write the words.
KS1.
Children can cut out the pictures to make flash cards.
This KS1 resource links drawing with popular seasonal themes such as Autumn animals, Bonfire Night, Christmas, Easter, and Halloween. Each set provides children with step-by-step pictorial instructions to guide them in drawing related subjects, like a squirrel or hedgehog for Autumn animals. The clear and engaging process helps develop fine motor skills and creativity. Each activity concludes with a full-colour picture of the completed drawing, offering children a reference as they bring their own creations to life.
This resource includes 40 colour toy picture flashcards designed to support early reading, speaking, and listening skills for EYFS and KS1 children.
Included:
40 Flashcards – Spread across 10 pages, with 4 flashcards per page. Each card features a picture of a toy alongside its name (e.g., teddy, doll, train, ball, robot).
A matching grid is included – A single page displaying all 40 toys with their names.
How to Use:
Flashcard Games – Show the cards and encourage children to say the toy names.
Matching Activities – Match words to pictures using the grid.
Speaking & Listening – Discuss favourite toys and describe them.
Phonics & Reading Practice – Recognise toy names and link them to images.
Matching Games - Duplicate, cut and laminate flashcards for matching games.
‘Ourselves’ Topic – Connect learning to real-life experiences with toys.
Flashcards make useful visuals and displays.
A resource linked to your topic on Animals, work on Sounds and Literacy.
Objectives:
To learn about different animals and their sounds.
To develop speaking and listening skills.
To improve early reading and word matching.
Included:
40 colour animal flashcards spread across 10 pages (4 per page).
Each card shows an animal and the sound it makes e.g., A Sheep – Baa and a Horse – Neigh
A final page includes a grid with all 40 animals in colour and their names.
Uses:
• Flashcard Games – Show the cards and ask children to name the animals, read and make the sounds.
• Matching Activities – Match animals to their sounds and names using the grid.
• Picture Match– Duplicate the flashcards for matching games. Match pictures on the flashcards with those on the grid.
• Early Reading Skills – Use phonics knowledge to locate names of animals, read words and make animal sounds.
The flashcards make useful visual aids and can be used for display purposes.
Introduce St. Patrick’s Day to your EYFS and KS1 learners with this engaging 8-slide animated PowerPoint, designed to make learning fun and interactive.
Through colourful animations and themed pictures, children will explore key symbols such as shamrocks, rainbows, leprechauns, and pots of gold, while simple text encourages speaking, listening, and comprehension skills.
This resource helps children understand the significance of St. Patrick’s Day, its traditions, and the colours associated with the celebration.
The final slide features a simple word bank to reinforce some related vocabulary, supporting early literacy development.
Ideal for whole-class teaching, small group discussions, and themed activities, this PowerPoint introduces children to cultural celebrations in an engaging way, helping them to recognize key traditions, expand their vocabulary, and develop curiosity about different celebrations.
A 10-page EYFS & KS1 resource designed to support celebrations of St Patrick’s Day, whilst developing fine motor skills, visual discrimination, and themed vocabulary.
Each page features six colour images alongside six matching black-and-white versions, including symbols of St. Patrick’s Day such as a harp, clover, lucky horseshoes, a castle, a violin, a rainbow, a snake, a church, and a St. Patrick’s Day greetings card.
Children will develop scissor control and observation skills as they cut out and match the images, while also enhancing their creativity by colouring in the black-and-white versions.
This resource encourages language development, fine motor coordination, and cultural awareness, making it ideal for individual tasks, small group activities, whole-class engagement and /or homework.
Duplicate the cards and laminate for matching games.
This set of 10 colour, themed posters is designed to spark children’s speaking, listening, and creative expression.
Perfect for EYFS and KS1 , the posters encourage children to observe, describe, discuss, and imagine, making them ideal for:
• Speaking & Listening Activities – Encourages verbal expression, descriptive language, and group discussions.
• Creative Writing Prompts – Inspires storytelling, poetry, and descriptive writing.
• Cross-Curricular Learning – Links to science, seasons and a range of topics.
• Art & Drawing Inspiration – Encourages visual storytelling and creative expression.
Each poster has colour visuals linked to key themes:
Magical Land – Castles, fairies, dragons, and unicorns to spark fantasy storytelling.
Autumn – Leaves, woodland animals, and seasonal changes for science, story writing and poetry.
Easter – Springtime celebrations, eggs, and traditions to explore festivals.
Weather – Thunderstorms, sunshine, rainbows, and snow to discuss climate.
Toys – Toys to encourage discussion on play, ourselves and favourite things.
Dinosaurs – Prehistoric creatures to inspire adventure stories.
Home – Everyday objects to support vocabulary.
Sports – Active children promoting movement, games and health discussions.
Insects – Images of bugs and plants for nature study and descriptive writing.
School – A familiar setting to explore friendships, routines, and emotions.
Perfect for:
Circle Time Discussions, Whole-Class Storytelling, Descriptive Writing Activities,Cross-Curricular Exploration, Creative Drawing & Art Lessons
(Laminate for durability).
This KS1 literacy resource is designed to inspire young writers by linking phonics, reading, and creative storytelling.
The pack includes 26 alphabet-themed worksheets, each featuring a large outline letter, a cursive writing prompt (e.g., “A is for Aladdin”) for children to trace over, and an accompanying picture or scene to spark imagination.
To support story development and writing, a suggested word bank is provided, offering key vocabulary for each letter.
Additionally, sentence starters tailored to each letter help guide children in crafting their own imaginative stories.
This resource encourages independent and creative writing while reinforcing letter recognition, phonics, and storytelling skills in an engaging and accessible way.
First ABC Colouring Pages introduces young learners to the alphabet through colouring, tracing, and word recognition.
Each of the 26 pages features a large, outlined letter to trace and colour, along with 4 to 5 simple pictures that begin with the featured letter (e.g., T is for teapot, tiger, toes, tea, and television).
This resource supports phonics, handwriting, and fine motor development, reinforcing letter sounds and spelling.
Tracing helps with letter formation and early writing skills.
Ideal for classrooms, home learning, and activity stations, these pages encourage interactive learning.
Extend activities with sound hunts, letter formation games, and rhyming fun to deepen understanding in a playful way.
Introduce children to the alphabet through this food-themed colouring resource.
Each of the 26 pages features a large, outlined letterof the alphabet, alongside a single food item that begins with that letter (e.g., S is for Strawberry, Y is for Yogurt, Z is for Zucchini).
Children can trace the letters and the cursive sentences, colour the pictures, and explore new food vocabulary while reinforcing letter recognition, phonics, and fine motor skills.
Suitable for EYFS, KS1, and home learning, this ‘foodie fun’ resource makes learning the alphabet both fun and tasty!
This PowerPoint supports early learners in recognising fruits and vegetables through real-life images, counting activities, and letter recognition.
All the resources you need for a lesson - just add pencils and crayons.
The 20-slide presentation highlights initial letters on each page (e.g., ‘L’ for Lemon and ‘P’ for Pineapple) and encourages counting up to 13.
Key Features:
• 20-slide PowerPoint with images of fruit and vegetables.
• Letter & Counting Activities – Identify letters and count items.
• Recording Sheet – (Laminate for reuse) - children tick and/or write numbers.
• Pair or Individual Work – Encourages collaboration or independent learning.
• Colouring Sheet – Labelled images for reading and colouring.
• Boardmaker Symbols – Enhances accessibility for SEND learners.
Learning Objectives:
Name and recognise fruits & vegetables increasing vocabulary.
Identify initial letters for literacy/phonics development.
Count and record numbers up to 13.
Encourage speaking & listening in class or group activities.
Support SEND learners with visual aids.
This multi-sensory resource engages children through seeing, saying, counting, writing, and colouring.
Suitable for EYFS / SEND and KS1 learners.
Boardmaker licenced.
For EYFS and KS1 children
A fun resource to develop observation, teamwork, and pattern recognition.
The resource includes a lesson plan, a reference sheet and colour card circles.
Contents:
Lesson Plan – With objectives, materials needed, set up, ways to play and extension ideas.
Games include Basic Treasure Hunt, Timed Challenge, and Sorting by Criteria (e.g., symmetrical patterns, animals).
10 Colour Card Sheets – Each with 6 patterned circles in colour, outlined with dotted lines for easy cutting.
Example Reference Sheet – Displays 6 sample patterns for children to find and mark off.
Curriculum Links:
Colour & Pattern Recognition
Shape & Symmetry Awareness
Matching & Sorting Games
Art and Design: Elements of Art
This EYFS and KS1 resource supports vocabulary development, reading and writing skills, and topic work related to babies and young children.
It features 10 colourful worksheets, each displaying 16 silhouette-style pictures connected to the theme of babies and childhood. Each picture is accompanied by a matching word, helping children to recognize and associate words with images.
Ideas for Use:
• Cut and Match: Cut out the words and have children match them to the correct pictures.
• Word Ordering: Provide the words separately and encourage children to sequence them in the same order as the pictures on the worksheet.
• Sentence Building: Use the words to form simple sentences (e.g., “Babies learn how to crawl” or “We push babies in a pram”). (Children can write out words and/or sentences).
• Laminated Cards: Cut and laminate the pictures for durability and reuse in matching and sorting games.
• Sorting Activities: Encourage children to group pictures by categories such as food, toys, clothes, equipment, and toiletries.
• Discussion & Storytelling: Link the resource to topics such as Ourselves, Change, Growing Up and Family, supporting speaking and listening, reading, and early writing.
(The provided black and white template can be used for drawing and writing or pasting pictures into).
This resource provides a flexible way to explore early years themes while reinforcing key literacy skills.
This grid-based resource is a fun way to introduce SEND and KS1 learners to Geography.
It supports geographical vocabulary, spatial awareness, and map-reading skills.
Learning Objectives:
• Identify geographical features (e.g., mountains, island, desert).
• Use grid references (e.g., “The jungle is at 3D”).
• Apply compass directions (North, South, East, West).
• Expand geographical vocabulary through matching and discussion.
• Foster creative thinking with drawing and storytelling.
Resource Components:
5x5 Picture Grids – Geographical colour images 5 x5 Word Grids – Corresponding Geographical words
(Six Jumbled Versions of Picture and Word grids)
Blank Grid Reference Sheet – For recording answers
Planning is included with Suggested Activities with objectives:
Grid Reference Treasure Hunt
Picture to Word Match-Up
Compass Direction Challenge
Geography Storytelling
Mystery Grid Quiz
Extensions:
Journey Mapping, Weather Report, Travel Planner
Perfect for whole-class, group, or independent learning
Boardmaker Licenced
This phonics-based resource is designed to support early spelling and writing skills through a structured, yet flexible CVC word-building activity.
It is ideal for SEND learners and KS1 children, helping them develop phonological awareness, letter recognition, and word formation skills.
What’s Included?
25 full-colour CVC word pictures (Boardmaker licensed) for visual support.
6 pages with grids containing the same pictures, but in different jumbled layouts.
6 pages with grids of letters needed to spell all 25 words, again jumbled in each version.
Opportunities for both individual and group learning.
How to Play
Individual Play (Spelling & Writing Focus)
Children look at the pictures on their grid.
Using the letter grid, they find and connect letters to spell each word.
They then write a list of the words they have created.
Group Play (Collaboration & Differentiation) and / or Guided Speilling Work.
Each child has a different sheet with jumbled pictures or letters.
They work individually but can compare answers at the end.
Alternatively, one child ( or adult) calls out a word while others find and spell it using their grid.
Extension Ideas
Sentence Building – After writing a list of words, children use them in simple sentences.
Sensory Play – Use magnetic letters or letter tiles to build words before writing them.
This cross-curricular resource is designed to engage KS1 children in a variety of learning experiences using a structured yet creative approach.
The provided templates and writing frames encourage observation, discussion, and interactive learning.
The planning sheet offers five ways to use this resource — exploring feelings, numbers, the alphabet, rewards, and celebrations. It includes objectives, instructions and resources needed.
Question sheets are included for most activities, along with a writing template for recording responses. Example completed colour sheets are included.
As children observe and discuss each sheet, they are encouraged to express their ideas by answering questions, decorating, and colouring their work.
This approach supports learning in numbers, phonics, emotional literacy, and celebrations while fostering essential speaking and listening, reading, writing, and drawing skills.
By integrating creativity with core subjects, this resource makes learning meaningful for young learners.