KS1 Dark House writing frames. Set of three writing frames (eight boxes each) with simple writing stem using basic core vocabulary. HA has stem in first box only to enable pupils to use own core vocabulary and spell known words. MA and LA have differentiated simple stems in all eight boxes. There is a simple dark house noun vocabulary mat included which pupils can use to complete their sentences. This resource works well with the story stimulus ‘A dark, dark wood…’ and is a good way of helping children develop their own reading and writing skills through making their own books.

Y2, 3, 4. Booklet about glossaries. Can be used as a stand- alone lesson on glossaries or as part of a topic on Norman Castles. Also useful as an assessment following work on glossaries. The glossary activities are organised into a short workbook. Learning objectives: To know that a glossary is an alphabetical list of words with definitions found in a non-fiction book. To recognise the difference between a word and a definition . To put words in alphabetical order. To match words about castles to the correct definitions. Page 1 Offers pupils a selection of vocabulary relating to Norman castles and asks them to select four words to order alphabetically and set out as a glossary. Page 2 Questions about the key vocabulary and glossary. At the end of the booklet there is a set of 12 ‘castle’ glossary cards with a description for the pupils to cut out and order into alphabetical order.

KS2 Y4, 5, 6 Set of 8 comprehension texts and questions on the topic ‘Sharks’. There is one general comprehension on sharks and seven comprehension texts on the following: Angel, Basking, Great White, Great Hammerhead, Nurse, Tiger and Whale sharks. Each text has eight questions. Learning Objectives: I can respond to a range of texts. I can locate ideas and use information. I can refer to the text when explaining a view or reason. I can infer ideas from the text. I can select sentences or phrases to support my answers.

EYFS Parts of a Flower board game A simple game for 2-6 players to help pupils learn and say the names of three parts of a flower (petal, stem and leaf). Six different coloured game boards and instructions for two games included. Useful for small group activity with an adult to ensure pupils repeat and practise the key vocabulary. Can be used with a range of topics including ‘Growing’, ‘Outdoors’, ‘Summer’ etc.

KS1 & 2 Powerpoint –Vocabulary extension. 5 LOUD words to use instead of ‘said’. Each word has a ‘quiz’ to guess the word from the description followed by examples of the word in context and an opportunity for pupils to work in pairs to create a sentence of their own. A fun lesson starter, plenary or warm up filler.

KS1 & 2 powerpoint lesson about Sun Safety. Written mainly for KS1 but can be easily adapted. Powerpoint of 17 slides which promotes small group and paired discussion about sun safety. Can be used as a complete lesson or adapted for an assembly. The first slides look at fun in the sun and lead into some simple facts about the sun following a short paired talk session to assess pupil knowledge. Pupils are encouraged to look at different photographs of the sun (sunset, sun rise, in space) and describe features. There is a very simple slide on Vitamin D and UV rays linked to health. The children can discuss how to protect themselves in the sun and when to wear sunscreen. The final slide is an example of a sun safety poster which pupils can use as a basis to design their own for the rest of the school (and which can be used as an assessment of their learning).

KS2 35 lesson starters in the form of individual questions and thoughts for pupils to discuss. One per day for half a term. A starter should warm up the brain, encourage curiosity and stimulate thinking ready for the learning challenges in the lessons ahead. These starters can be used during registration time at the start of the morning or afternoon sessions or as a fun way to begin a lesson. The topics are random but can usually be tailored to fit a subject. Pick and choose from the selection or work through one per day. Ensure your pupils know that there are questions which have no right or wrong answers so enthusiasm is their greatest asset! Encourage them to work in pairs or small groups and ALWAYS be prepared to give a reason for their answer.

Myths and legends Greek Gods and Goddesses set of 20 comparison game cards (KS1&2). Can be used as a game to help pupils learn the names and characteristics of the individual gods and goddesses. Use also as a reference resource for research work in RE, History or mythological/fiction writing.

Conversation planner KS1 & 2 conversation planning template. A resource for pupils to use to plan a simple conversation. Includes a bullet point reminder of the rules for writing a conversation and an example conversation between two friends for pupils to complete. There is also a word mat of 20 interesting words to use instead of ‘said’. Great to use following a drama or speaking and listening lesson. Can also be used with the majority of topics involving stories and characters (real and fictional).

**Guided reading based on Theseus and the Minotaur with learning objective, suggested questions (7) and a simple chronological story activity. Learning Objective: I can retell the myth Theseus and the Minotaur. I can summarise the story. I wrote this shorter version of the myth for a Year four reading group but it could be used with HA Y3, LA Y5 and Y6. Fits well with cross curricular topic work on Ancient Greeks, Greece, Myths and Legends, Mythological beasts and narrative writing. **

KS1 powerpoint lesson : How to write a party invitation with a Halloween focus. A KS1 power-point of 14 slides which can be used as one lesson or extended over a longer period. There is a warm up, two activities and a final writing task. Included are examples of 2 invitations (birthday and Halloween party) for pupils to use in the lesson to spot the key features and help Lei correct his invitation (because no one has replied!). There are key questions to promote discussion and paired work. Also included is a simple invitation template for pupil use. Pupils can also use the important information/checklist to give paired feedback after writing their own invitation.

Wordsearch 1 : Simple Halloween words which are hidden in a 'forwards' pattern. Wordsearch 2: Halloween words hidden in more challenging patterns of forwards, backwards, up, down diagonal and reverse diagonal. Answers included for Wordsearch 2.

Powerpoint Poem about the colour BLACK. EYFS/KS1. Simple two word line poem with repetition of the word ‘black’ which I wrote myself to introduce a topic on colour recognition, help pupils learn the colour black and identify black objects around them. Lots of ‘black’ photos and an ending which young children can relate to. Links with cross curricular topics on ‘Colour’, ‘Night and Day’, ‘All around me’, ‘Halloween’ and Literacy ‘Poetry’.

Powerpoint Poem about the colour PINK. EYFS/KS1. Simple rhyming poem which I wrote myself to introduce a topic on colour recognition, help pupils learn the colour pink and identify pink objects around them. The poem focuses on ‘I wish the world was pink……’ with pink enhanced images of everyday objects. Links with cross curricular topics on ‘Colour’, ‘Rainbows’, ‘All around me’ and Literacy ‘Poetry’.

KS 2 Set of 20 Famous children’s author cards and 16 library task cards. 20 small children’s author information cards for pupils to read as part of research and information gathering in book areas and library. Authors are well known and include: Alan Ahlberg, Roald Dahl, Eric Carle, Beatrix Potter, C.S Lewis etc. The 16 library/book corner task cards are graded/colour coded into three levels of difficulty and include tasks such as: Easy: Find your favourite book and give two reasons why you like it. Medium: Find a book about an adventure. How did you know it was an adventure story? Hard: Read a non -fiction book about an animal. Explain your choice. How did the book improve your knowledge?

KS1 & 2 Library/book corner display signposts. 20 signposts ready for pupils to colour and decorate. Use as a general display or for pupils to choose and remove from the wall or signpost as a stimulus for a setting in story writing.

PSHE and Drama: Theme of The Starfish KS1/KS2 powerpoint lesson, story and activities. I have added teacher slides to explain activities and ideas which directly precede the pupil tasks. Learning Objectives: I must retell (narrate) the story of The Starfish in my own words. I should create characters in the story and describe them using powerful vocabulary. I could to express my thoughts and feelings clearly about the main meaning or message in the story. I could be able explain what it means to ‘make a difference’ to at least one person, no matter how small. 48 slides which include: Warm up: 20 questions to guess the theme of ‘starfish’. Knowledge: Facts about starfish, a set of starfish information cards and a fact finding activity. Lesson input: ‘The starfish’ story stimulus. Initial thoughts written activity. Narrative drama (1 x teacher explanation slide), 1x pupil activity slide) Community of Inquiry (P4C) activities (2xteacher explanation slides, pupil activity slides – Think, Pair, Share; Blind Vote; Talk; Giving reasons) Developing vocabulary (1x teacher slide, 2 pupil activity slides Starfish Wall and Word Trade). Role on the Wall teacher slide and 3 pupil activity slides ending with writing a character description. Tongue twister fun and a starfish quiz which can be used as a starter/plenary or extension for fast finishers. Also included: Slides 45 & 46 set of 12 starfish information cards for pupils to use to extract information. Slide 47 Label the starfish worksheet (label the parts and match/write the description). Slide 48 Sea Star Certificate to present to any child who has done something to ‘make a difference’. **

A KS1 power-point of 40 slides about the life of Florence Nightingale and her impact on nursing, hospitals and hygiene today. The slides are supported ith key questions for pupils based upon simple data and information gathering and prior knowledge about hospitals, germs and infection control. There is a link to a Youtube clip about the life of Florence Nightingale and a range of cross curricular activities to develop knowledge of the Crimea War and the impact of Florence’s work. The final slides focus on the features of a leaflet and include a template of a leaflet scaffolded for the pupils to write about ‘Hand washing’ and share with their families. This power-point can be used as a discrete lesson or to dip into to support teaching about the different aspects of Florence Nightingale’s life and work. The slides are structured to maximise paired and small group talk and activities.