www.senresourcesource.co.uk is a place to download and print resources for teachers to help you to support children in your classroom with special educational needs. Visit us and see what's available
www.senresourcesource.co.uk is a place to download and print resources for teachers to help you to support children in your classroom with special educational needs. Visit us and see what's available
Collection of worksheets in which children can sort pictures into categories.Set of 4 receptive language worksheets designed to help children develop comprehension skills by sorting items or concepts based on specific criteria. These worksheets focus on animals, clothing, furniture and food.
Why do you need this?
These worksheets can help students understand and follow instructions by engaging in hands-on sorting activities. By sorting items into different categories, students can expand their vocabulary and learn new words associated with each category. Sorting activities require students to identify similarities and differences between items, which promotes critical thinking and categorization skills.
How and when might you use this?
This resource can be used during language arts lessons or as part of literacy centers to:
· Introduce new vocabulary
· Reinforce comprehension skills
· Encourage critical thinking
· Support independent learning
· Assess understanding
What is included?
Included are 4 different worksheets with sorting pictures all available in both color and black and white.
A referral form for teachers to flag up children they have SEN concerns about.
Why do you need this?
A referral form for teachers to flag up children internally can be beneficial as it allows teachers to identify students who may require additional support or intervention for special educational needs (SEN) at an early stage. It facilitates collaboration between teachers, SENCOs (Special Educational Needs Coordinators), and other relevant staff members to discuss and address the needs of identified students. Also it provides a formal and systematic process for documenting concerns about students’ SEN, ensuring that important information is recorded and shared appropriately.
Variety of reward charts where children need to earn differing numbers of stars according to how able they are in order to earn a reward.
Why do you need this?
Reward charts offer a tangible way to provide positive reinforcement for desired behaviours and achievements. By adjusting the criteria based on individual abilities, teachers can ensure that each student receives appropriate recognition and encouragement for their efforts.
Inclusive classrooms embrace diversity and strive to accommodate the needs of all learners. By offering reward charts with varying criteria, teachers can create an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and capable of achieving success.
How and when might you use this?
For students who require additional support or have specific learning needs, teachers can use personalised reward charts tailored to their abilities. These charts can provide targeted reinforcement and encouragement, helping students make progress toward their goals at their own pace.
For continued use I recommend laminating the charts and cards and then using Velcro to make them easily movable.
What is included?
· 5 different reward charts offering a reward for achieving 2 stars, 3 stars, 4 stars, 6 stars and 8 stars.
· Star cards
· 20 different reward options
Worksheet for children with social anxiety, they can think about what situations make them feel anxious, what other emotions their social anxiety makes them feel and what calming strategies they can use.
Why do you need this?
The worksheet allows children to identify specific situations or triggers that make them feel anxious. By recognizing these triggers, children can become more self-aware and proactive in managing their anxiety.
Children with social anxiety often experience a range of emotions beyond anxiety itself, such as fear, embarrassment, or frustration. The worksheet prompts children to explore and articulate these emotions, fostering emotional awareness and understanding.
How and when might you use this?
This worksheet could be used in a variety of ways:
· In PSHE lessons that focus on understanding and managing their emotions.
· Following an incident of intense social anxiety as a tool for self-reflection.
· During counselling sessions to support students in developing coping strategies for managing anxiety.
· As 1:1 support for a child struggling with social anxiety.
· This worksheet could be used proactively with students as a preventative measure to promote self-awareness and emotional regulation.
What is included?
This worksheet includes 3 sections in which children think about which situations make them feel anxious, what other emotions anxiety makes them feel and what calming strategies they could try.
2 different versions of spot the odd one out worksheets.
Why do you need this?
These worksheets encourage students to think critically and identify patterns or differences among items. This helps develop their analytical skills.
For younger students or those with learning difficulties, spot the odd one out activities can help develop visual discrimination skills, which are essential for reading and other academic tasks.
How and when might you use this?
Spot the odd one out worksheets are versatile and can be integrated into various parts of a lesson to promote critical thinking, review concepts, provide practice, assess understanding, and accommodate different learning styles and levels.
What is included?
· 4 worksheets in which children have to identify which picture is facing in a different direction
· 6 worksheets in which a box shows items that all connected in some way except for one. Children need to find which picture does not belong.
7 different designs of sticker charts for children to display and collect stickers they are rewarded by staff.
Why do you need this?
Sticker charts provide a visual representation of progress and accomplishments, allowing students to see their efforts rewarded over time. By displaying and collecting stickers, students feel a sense of achievement and pride, which can boost their self-esteem and confidence. Additionally, sticker charts create a fun and engaging way to track and celebrate students’ successes, fostering a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and growth.
How and when might you use this?
Teachers can use sticker charts consistently throughout the school year to promote positive behaviour and academic achievement. They can display the charts in the classroom where students can see them easily and track their progress. Teachers may also choose to celebrate students’ accomplishments periodically by recognising those who have made significant progress on their charts.
What is included?
7 sticker charts each showing different pictures. There is a unicorn, dog, penguin, owl, dinosaur, lion and dolphin.
Activity in which children are to match pictures to identical pictures.
Why do you need this?
Matching identical pictures helps children develop visual discrimination skills. They learn to recognise subtle differences and similarities between images, which is essential for reading and other visual tasks.
This activity encourages children to observe details in pictures closely. They learn to pay attention to specific features and characteristics, enhancing their observational skills.
How and when might you use this?
This activity could be used in a variety of ways such as:
· Early learning independent work
· Small group instruction to provide targeted support
· Independent work stations
For continued use I would recommend laminating this resource and using Velcro to move the jigsaw pieces around.
What is included?
Included are 9 boards each showing 12 pictures and then 12 matching pictures for each board.
Activities, worksheets, flash cards and number lines to support learning to count to 10.
Pack Includes:
Counting to 10 Worksheets
Matching Numbers to Objects
Counting Jigsaws
Counting and Number Matching
Counting, Number and Quantity Matching Cards
Number Flash Cards
Number Lines
Number to Number Matching
Number Sorting
Clipart images courtesy of Arty Clips Graphics and Kari Bolt Illustrations
Jigsaws in which children count the pictures and then join the jigsaw piece showing the corresponding number to the bottom. Showing both numerals and numbers in words.
Why do you need this?
Counting the pictures on the puzzle pieces provides children with valuable counting practice. They learn to accurately count objects and match the counted quantity to the appropriate numeral.
The presence of numerals and numbers in words helps children reinforce their ability to recognise numbers in various forms. They learn to associate the numeral symbol with its corresponding written word, enhancing their overall number recognition skills.
How and when might you use this?
This activity could be used in a variety of ways:
· Math lessons focused on numbers and counting
· Small group instruction to provide targeted support
· Independent work stations
This can be used as a one off activity or for continued use I would recommend laminating this resource and using Velcro to move the jigsaw pieces around.
What is included?
Included are 10 two piece jigsaws with images to count and numbers in words and numerals.
Worksheet showing numbers 0-10 and then cards showing numbers 0-10 in a different font. Children to match number to number.
Why do you need this?
This activity helps children recognise numbers in different fonts, which enhances their ability to identify numbers regardless of variations in typography. It promotes flexibility in number recognition and strengthens their overall understanding of numerical symbols.
The activity requires children to visually discriminate between different numerals. They must pay attention to the distinctive features of each numeral to make accurate matches, such as the shape and orientation of the digits.
How and when might you use this?
This activity could be used in a variety of ways:
· Math lessons focused on numbers and counting
· Small group instruction to provide targeted support
· Independent work stations
6 shape sorting boards with different colour and size shapes to match and sort.
Why do you need this?
These shape sorting boards help in teaching basic geometric concepts such as shape recognition, colour recognition, and size differentiation.
How and when might you use this?
This activity could be used in a variety of ways such as:
· Small group instruction to provide targeted support
· Math lessons on basic 2D shapes
· Independent work stations
For continued use I would recommend laminating this resource and using Velcro to move the jigsaw pieces around.
What is included?
Included are 6 boards showing the shapes circle, square, triangle, rectangle, pentagon and hexagon, each with 5 shapes to add.
86 visual timetable cards for classroom display representing different sessions in the day. These provide children with routine and structure for their day so they know what to expect next.
Why do you need this?
Visual timetables provide a clear and structured visual representation of the daily schedule, which helps students, especially those with special educational needs or language barriers, understand and anticipate the activities throughout the day.
Timetables help establish routines and predictability in the classroom, which can reduce anxiety and promote a sense of security among students. Knowing what to expect next can contribute to a positive learning environment.
Timetables assist in smooth transitions between activities by providing clear signals for when one activity ends and another begins. This can help minimize disruptions and behavioral issues during transition periods.
How and when might you use this?
Place the visual timetable cards in a visible and accessible area of the classroom where all students can see them easily. Consider using a bulletin board, whiteboard, or dedicated wall space.
At the beginning of the day or week, review the visual timetable cards with the students. Discuss the activities planned for the day and the order in which they will occur.
Consistently refer to the visual timetable cards throughout the day to guide students through the schedule. Point to the relevant card before transitioning to a new activity to prepare students for what comes next.
For continued use I would recommend laminating this resource.
What is included?
Included are 86 cards which include days of the week, lessons, part of the day such as lunch and recess and special events.
If you require any specific cards which you cannot find you can email me directly and I will be happy to add them.
Set of 18 worksheets showing pictures of children with a variety of emotions. Students to draw and write about what they think happened to make the child feel this way.
Why do you need this?
This activity can help children become more aware of different emotions and how they manifest in facial expressions. By reflecting on what might have caused the emotions depicted, students can develop empathy and understanding towards others’ feelings.
Drawing and writing about emotions encourage students to express their thoughts and feelings in a creative way. It supports language development as students describe emotions and articulate possible scenarios that led to them.
How and when might you use this?
These worksheets could be used in a variety of ways:
· PSHE lessons focused on emotional intelligence and empathy.
· Group discussions in which students can share their interpretations of the emotions shown and brainstorm possible reasons behind them.
· Writing prompts for story writing.
· Counselling sessions to facilitate discussions about students’ emotions and experiences, providing valuable insights for educators and counselors.
What is included?
18 worksheets – 9 in colour and 9 in black and white
Sequencing pictures for children to cut out and order of events.
Why do you need this?
Sequencing pictures can help children understand the chronological order of events in a story or narrative. Teachers can use them to reinforce storytelling skills and support comprehension.
Working with sequencing pictures encourages critical thinking as children analyse the sequence of events and identify the correct order. It promotes problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Sequencing activities promote language development by encouraging children to describe the events depicted in the pictures. It provides opportunities for vocabulary expansion and oral language practice.
How and when might you use this?
This activity could be used in a variety of ways such as:
· Early learning independent work
· Small group instruction to provide targeted support
· Speech and language support
· Independent work stations
For continued use I would recommend laminating this resource and using Velcro to move the jigsaw pieces around.
What is included?
Included are 11 boards showing first, next, then, last. Each board has 4 sequencing pictures to order. Sequencing pictures include:
· Doing laundry
· Making the bed
· Making breakfast cereal
· Making a sandwich
· Washing the dishes
· Making a sundae
· A snowman melting
· Carving a pumpkin
· Building a sandcastle
· Baking cookies
Worksheet in which children think about what their thoughts, feelings and reactions were at a time when something went wrong. This can open up discussion to better ways to handle when things go wrong.
Why do you need this?
Encouraging children to reflect on their thoughts, feelings, and reactions during challenging situations promotes self-awareness. It helps them understand their emotional responses and thought patterns. By examining their reactions to difficult situations, children can learn to identify triggers for negative emotions and develop strategies for managing them effectively.
How and when might you use this?
These worksheets could be used in a variety of ways:
· In lessons on social-emotional learning that focus on understanding and managing their emotions.
· Use it as a guided activity to help children identify the common thought patterns associated with different emotions and brainstorm positive alternatives.
· Following an emotional incident or conflict as a tool for self-reflection.
· During counselling sessions to support students in managing their emotions and developing coping strategies. Empower children to challenge their negative thoughts with positive ones.
· As a prompt for whole class discussions about emotional well-being and positive thinking.
· As part of an end of the day check-in routine. Children can have time to reflect on their thoughts and feelings.
What is included?
Included are 2 different versions of the worksheet – one for a boy and one for a girl.
Worksheet for children to think about the consequences to not following the rules in the classroom.
Why do you need this?
The worksheet provides a structured way for the teacher to clarify and reinforce classroom rules and expectations. By outlining the potential consequences of not following these rules, students gain a clearer understanding of what is expected of them.
Encouraging students to think about the consequences of their actions fosters self-reflection.
By considering the potential outcomes of not following rules, students become more aware of their behavior and its impact on themselves and others.
How and when might you use this?
This worksheet could be used in a variety of ways:
· At the beginning of the school year to introduce and discuss classroom rules.
· As a review activity to reinforce classroom expectations.
· In partner and small group work, children can collaborate together discussing their reasoning and justifying their decisions to one another.
· As a reflection tool following a behavior incident to allow children to identify and evaluate their actions.
· As part of social-emotional learning for lessons focused on managing emotions and behaviors.
What is included?
Included is a 2 page worksheet
In this worksheet children can write their worries down in the jar to try and help alleviate some of the associated stress and anxiety.
Why do you need this?
By externalising their worries onto paper, children may feel a sense of relief and reduced anxiety, as they no longer carry the burden of their worries alone. It encourages children to identify and articulate their worries, which is the first step towards finding solutions and coping strategies to address them.
How and when might you use this?
This worksheet can be used in a variety of ways:
· During counselling sessions this worksheet can be used to facilitate discussions with students who may be experiencing anxiety or stress.
· Small group activities to promote peer interaction and mutual support for those suffering with anxiety or worries.
· PSHE lessons focused on emotional expression, stress management, or coping strategies.
· As part of a mental health curriculum the worksheet can be used to teach children about the nature of worries and fears, as well as strategies for managing them effectively.
Numbers 1-10 shown in figures and counting hands and children have to count the cubes and match them to the correct number.
Why do you need this?
This activity can be used to help children develop their understanding of numbers, counting skills, and number recognition in a hands-on and interactive way. By counting the cubes and matching them to the correct number, children practice their counting skills. This activity provides a concrete representation of numbers, helping children understand the concept of quantity.
How and when might you use this?
This activity could be used in a variety of way:
· Math lessons focused on number recognition and counting
· Small group instruction to provide targeted support
· Independent work stations
This can be used as a one off activity or for continued use you may want to laminate and use Velcro to move the pictures around.
What is included?
Included are 2 worksheets with number 1-10 and a set of pictures of cubes to count, cut and stick
Children match CVC words to the corresponding pictures. 120 cards containing either a CVC word or picture and then with cards to match.
Why do you need this?
Matching pictures with corresponding CVC words helps students develop word recognition skills. By associating the visual image with the written word, students strengthen their ability to identify and read CVC words independently.
By engaging in activities that pair words with pictures, students develop reading comprehension skills. They learn to make connections between written text and its meaning, improving their overall understanding of the material.
How and when might you use this?
This activity could be used in a variety of way:
· Small group instruction to provide targeted support
· Independent work stations
· Early morning work
· Homework for additional practice
· Assessment
For continued use I would recommend laminating this resource and using Velcro to move the jigsaw pieces around.
What is included?
Included are 62 cards with CVC words on and corresponding pictures to match and 62 cards with pictures on and corresponding words to match.
Counting activity in which children need to count the pictures and then find the correct corresponding numeral to place on top.
Why do you need this?
This activity provides practice in counting objects accurately. By counting the pictures before finding the correct numeral, children develop their counting skills and learn to count in sequence. It reinforces the concept of quantity and helps children understand that numbers represent specific quantities.
How and when might you use this?
This activity could be used in a variety of way:
· Maths lessons focused on number recognition and counting
· Small group instruction to provide targeted support
· Independent work stations
This can be used as a one off activity or for continued use you may want to laminate and use Velcro to move the pictures around.
What is included?
Included is a worksheet with 11 boxes each showing a different number of pictures and then a sheet of number cards to cut and place on top.