A fantastic resource for KS1 and SEND Students! I am thrilled to share this incredibly useful resource that can be employed for Key Stage 1 and children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). It provides fantastic visual support for language learning and is such a fun way to sort various types of words, such as nouns, verbs, and adjectives! I use these great tools in my class time and again, and I find them extremely effective in helping pupils compose sentences. The engagement and enthusiasm from the children are truly inspiring. It’s a must-have for any classroom aiming to enhance language skills in an enjoyable manner!

This resource is for the visual and language support around the book The Queen’s Knickers.

This resource is Key Stage 1 and can be used for visual support about the text Katie in London. Specifically created for children with SEN and EAL however, rest of class also find it a useful resource.

Enhance KS1 literacy with this Man on the Moon visual keywords resource! Featuring key vocabulary like astronaut, alien, moon, crater, souvenir, , and entertain, this activity builds descriptive writing skills. Children will expand their vocabulary while utilising these words to make their writing fun and engaging.

Inspire creative writing with this exciting Man on the Moon worksheet! Children imagine the next planet Bob visits, describing what he sees, who he meets, and his new adventure. This activity develops imaginative storytelling, descriptive language, and sentence structure skills. Includes differentiated, editable worksheets to support all learners in crafting their own space adventure!

Explore London: Fact File Writing Lesson! This lesson introduces pupils to the purpose of fact files organizing key information in a clear and engaging way. A perfect way to blend literacy and geography! Using Katie in London as inspiration, pupils will research and create a fact file on famous London landmarks, developing their non-fiction writing and research skills. The slide is fully editable to suit your class’s needs -perfect for an exciting cross-curricular learning experience! Plus, a differentiated worksheet is included, ensuring all students can engage at their level while building confidence in fact file writing!

Katie’s London Adventure: Diary Entry Writing Lesson! This lesson immerses pupils in Katie’s magical journey across London, developing their descriptive writing skills and past tense usage. They’ll craft a vivid diary entry as Katie, capturing her excitement and wonder. The slide is fully editable to suit your class’s needs—perfect for enhancing creativity and literacy skills! Please feel free to leave a review.

Step into the adventure of a lifetime as we journey through the bustling streets of London with Katie and her mischievous companion, the stone lion! In this thrilling lesson, we’ll explore the wonders of the capital through Katie’s eyes—soaring past the majestic Tower of London, crossing the iconic Tower Bridge, and gazing up at the towering Big Ben! A PDF version of the story will be available for pupils to follow along, making it easy for everyone to dive into the adventure. Before we begin reading, pupils will make predictions about the story, using clues from the title and illustrations to spark their imaginations. As we progress, they will cut and sequence illustrations, carefully putting the events of the story in order. To build their storytelling skills, they will retell the story using expanded noun phrases and time adverbials, adding vivid details and structure to bring their retelling to life. This lesson is packed with creativity, critical thinking, and literacy skills, making it an engaging and educational experience.

Engage your KS1 learners with this fun and interactive character description activity based on Man on the Moon by Simon Bartram! Designed to develop descriptive writing skills, this resource helps children explore Bob’s appearance and personality using adjectives, sentence starters, and creative tasks. Featuring differentiated, editable worksheets, it supports all abilities and encourages imagination and critical thinking. Perfect for literacy lessons, it includes word banks, writing prompts, and a drawing activity!

Engaging & Inclusive Amazing Grace Week 3 Lesson Pack! I have created a Week 3 PowerPoint lesson packbased on Amazing Graceby Mary Hoffman and Caroline Binch. This resource is designed to develop storytelling skills, enhance creative writing, and encourage self-reflection. Planning a Story – Helps pupils organise their ideas, structure a narrative, and develop key story elements such as characters, setting, and plot. Writing a Story – Encourages pupils to apply their sequencing, descriptive language, and past tense skills to create their own engaging and imaginative stories. Evaluating & Editing Work – Supports pupils in reviewing their own writing, identifying strengths, and making improvements, fostering independence and resilience as writers. Differentiated Worksheets – Ensures all pupils can access the learning, supporting them in achieving their writing goals. Bonus: PDF Copy of Amazing Grace – Provides easy reference to the text for lesson activities. This comprehensive and engaging resource helps pupils develop confidence in writing, refine their storytelling skills, and become reflective learners. Perfect for Year 2+ learners!

Engaging & Inclusive Amazing Grace Week 2 Lesson Pack! I have created a Week 2 PowerPoint lesson pack based on Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman and Caroline Binch. This resource continues to deepen comprehension, develop writing skills, and encourage creative thinking. Sequencing a Story – Helps pupils understand the structure of a narrative by putting key events in order, reinforcing comprehension and logical thinking. Descriptive Writing: The Ballerina encourages pupils to use rich and imaginative vocabulary to describe Grace as a ballerina, enhancing their descriptive writing skills. Identifying & Writing in the Past Tense – Teaches pupils to recognise and use regular and irregular past tense verbs, improving their grammar and sentence construction. Writing a Letter as Grace – Strengthens persuasive writing and empathy by encouraging pupils to express Grace’s thoughts and emotions in a structured letter format. Differentiated Worksheets – Ensures all pupils can engage with activities and achieve learning objectives successfully. Bonus: PDF Copy of Amazing Grace – Provides easy reference to the text for lesson activities. This exciting and inclusive resource supports critical thinking, literacy development, and creativity, making learning engaging and meaningful! Perfect for Year 2+ learners.

Engaging & Inclusive Amazing Grace Lesson Pack! I have created Week 1 PowerPoint lesson pack based on Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman and Caroline Binch. This resource is designed to enhance comprehension, develop writing skills, and encourage critical thinking. Identifying Genres of Text – Helps pupils recognise different types of writing and understand their purpose. Mood Board Activity (Describing Grace)– Encourages pupils to explore Grace’s emotions, personality, and aspirations through visual and descriptive learning. Prediction Task – Develops inference skills by encouraging pupils to make thoughtful guesses about the story before reading. Diary Entry Writing as Grace – Strengthens creative writing and empathy by stepping into the character’s shoes. Differentiated Worksheets – Ensures all pupils can access learning and work towards the same goal. Bonus: PDF Copy of Amazing Grace – Provides easy reference to the text for lesson activities. This engaging and inclusive resource sparks imagination, builds literacy skills, and deepens understanding of themes like perseverance and self-belief**. Perfect for Year 2 learners !

The Ultimate Amazing Grace Literacy Bundle – Engaging, Structured & Inclusive! I have created a comprehensive 3-week lesson pack based on Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman and Caroline Binch, designed to develop reading, writing, and critical thinking skills in an engaging way. This discounted bundleincludes everything needed for a full unit of work, ensuring structured and progressive learning for KS1 pupils. What’s Included? Week 1: Comprehension & Character Exploration ✔ Identifying genres of text to build literacy awareness. ✔ Creating a mood board to explore Grace’s emotions. ✔ Making story predictions to encourage critical thinking. ✔ Writing a diary entry as Grace to develop empathy and narrative skills. Week 2: Grammar & Descriptive Writing ✔ Sequencing the story to reinforce comprehension. ✔ Using descriptive language to write about a ballerina. ✔ Identifying & using regular and irregular past tense verbs. ✔ Writing a letter as Grace to develop persuasive writing skills. Week 3: Story Planning, Writing & Evaluating ✔ Structuring and planning an original story. ✔ Applying skills in narrative writing with rich vocabulary. ✔ Evaluating and editing work to encourage self-reflection and improvement. Bonus Features: Differentiated Worksheets – Ensuring all pupils can engage and succeed. PDF Copy of Amazing Grace– Easily accessible for reference and activities. Fully Editable Slides & Resources – Tailor lessons to suit your class needs. Why Choose This Bundle? Saves time and planning** with a ready-to-use unit. Encourages inclusive learning with differentiated materials. Discounted price for a complete 3-week structured unit – great value! Perfect for KS1 teachers looking to engage their pupils with literacy in a fun, interactive, and meaningful way!