These are the resources I used with my Year 1 class, designed specifically to support a range of abilities, including several children who were at pre-key stage levels or required additional foundational support due to the learning gaps created by the pandemic. Week2: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12709539

Resources for Year 2/3/4 about the Minpins Roald Dhal book. Character description. Setting Description. Using expanded noun phrase. I used some Twinkl resources and adapted the worksheets from Literacy Tree. Hope this free resource helps fellow teachers.

An Active inspire flip chart great for practicing handwriting.

Retreival , Vocabularly and Inference questions based on the book band colour following the READ WRITE INC scheme. These resources have been created by me to use for guided reading in Year 2, can also be used for Year 1 and Year 3 or anyone using those colour banded books.

Retreival , Vocabularly and Inference questions based on the book band colour following the READ WRITE INC scheme. These resources have been created by me to use for guided reading in Year 2, can also be used for Year 1 and Year 3 or anyone using those colour banded books.

Retreival , Vocabularly and Inference questions based on the book band colour following the READ WRITE INC scheme. These resources have been created by me to use for guided reading in Year 2, can also be used for Year 1 and Year 3 or anyone using those colour banded books.

A variety of mental starters as well as Mathematical vocabulary that children can repeat before a topic in Maths. Works brilliantly with my class. This is a Promethean flip-chart that uses Active inspire. Update: I’ve included Powerpoint now.

This fantastic resource is packed with nouns, adjectives, and phrases, plus excellent sample sentences to help students write vivid descriptions of settings. I’ve used it successfully with my Year 4 and 5 classes, and they loved it! Update: I’ve added extra resources to do with setting and a detailed powerpoint about setting and character description.

A differentiated worksheet about making prediction, BLW, Expected and Greater depth.

Author of the term display.

Knowledge Organiser

This editable PowerPoint resource tells the thrilling story of John Gerard, a Jesuit priest who made a daring escape from the Tower of London in 1597. Imprisoned for his faith, Gerard endured torture but refused to betray his colleagues. Using orange juice as invisible ink, he communicated with allies and planned his escape. With their help, he climbed down a rope from the Tower walls and fled by boat. This resource brings history to life, showcasing Gerard’s courage and cunning in the face of adversity. Edit the text and images to tailor it to your specific needs and engage your students with this captivating tale of escape and resilience. The Daring Escape of Ranulf Flambard from the - Tower of London https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-13152113

The only woman known to have escaped the Tower, she was imprisoned for her religious beliefs. She managed to flee disguised as a man.

Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to confidently teach Phonics Phase 2! This comprehensive training pack includes an editable PowerPoint presentation and accompanying PDF handout, covering key concepts, activities, and assessment strategies. Perfect for both new and experienced teachers.

For those who finish early and need extension.

A new PowerPoint on Synonyms and Antonyms is now available! This engaging resource covers the basics of synonyms (words with similar meanings) and antonyms (words with opposite meanings) with examples, visuals, and interactive activities. Perfect for building vocabulary and enhancing language skills!

In this exciting unit, Year 3 students dive into the world of geology by exploring different types of rocks and their properties. Through hands-on investigations, students learn to identify and classify rocks, understanding how they’re formed and why they’re important in our everyday lives. From examining fossils to observing soil samples, this unit brings science to life, connecting the natural world to real-world applications and sparking curiosity about the earth beneath our feet. Perfect for budding scientists, this topic encourages observation, classification skills, and a deeper appreciation of nature’s incredible diversity!

This comprehensive resource includes a dynamic PowerPoint presentation and an engaging worksheet focused on the Wright Brothers and their historic first flight. PowerPoint: The presentation features captivating visuals, key facts, and informative slides that take students through the journey of Orville and Wilbur Wright. It covers their challenges, innovations, and the significance of their first flight in 1903. Worksheet: Accompanying the PowerPoint, the worksheet reinforces learning with reading comprehension questions, vocabulary matching, a creative drawing activity, and a reflective writing prompt. Designed for students of all levels, it encourages critical thinking and creativity while exploring the impact of the Wright Brothers’ achievement on aviation history. Together, these resources provide an interactive and informative way for students to learn about one of the most important milestones in human transportation.

Empower Year 2 students with resources to plan and create their own leaflets or fact files! These user-friendly materials include templates, brainstorming sheets, and guiding questions to help young writers organize their ideas effectively. Perfect for any topic, these resources encourage creativity and critical thinking as students explore how to present information clearly and engagingly. With a focus on structure and content, this toolkit makes leaflet writing and fact file creation a fun and educational experience

Discover engaging Year 2 resources for exploring living things and their habitats! This collection includes interactive lesson plans, vibrant worksheets, and hands-on activities that spark curiosity about the natural world. Students will learn about various ecosystems, the characteristics of living things, and how they interact with their environments. Perfect for fostering a love of science, these resources make it easy for educators to create captivating lessons that inspire young learners to explore and appreciate the diversity of life around them!