KS1 Computing — Data & Information BBS Pack

Description:
This vocabulary pack uses the popular Because, But, So (BBS) strategy to deepen children’s understanding of key Computing terminology linked to Data & Information. Fully aligned to the KS1 National Curriculum for Computing.
Ready to use straight away — no preparation needed.

What is Because, But, So?
Because, But, So is a widely used primary literacy strategy that encourages children to use vocabulary in three different ways — showing reason, contrast and consequence. It develops deeper understanding beyond simple definition recall and is perfect for cross-curricular vocabulary work.

Vocabulary covered:
• Data
• Information
• Sort
• Label
• Tally
• Pictogram

What’s included — 5 pages:
• Page 1 — Pupil worksheet — Data, Information, Sort
• Page 2 — Pupil worksheet — Label, Tally, Pictogram
• Page 3 — Teacher version with model answers — Data, Information, Sort
• Page 4 — Teacher version with model answers — Label, Tally, Pictogram
• Page 5 — Word bank — all vocabulary in coloured badges

Key features:
• Sentence starters already provided — children only complete after the connective
• Word bank included to support all abilities
• Model answers written at child level — not teacher level
• Child-friendly layout with plenty of writing space

How to use this resource:
• Use alongside the Data & Information Knowledge Organiser
• Introduce as a class activity after teaching key vocabulary
• Use for independent work or guided group sessions
• Send home as a homework activity
• Use for retrieval practice and end of unit assessment
• Ideal for SEN pupils needing structured vocabulary support

Suitable for Year 1 and Year 2. Works best when used alongside our KS1 Data & Information Knowledge Organiser — also available free from The Digital Desk.

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