Hero image

Teaching and Learning Resources for Early Learners and KS1

Average Rating3.49
(based on 3595 reviews)

Looking for something original? Here are some Resources for Early Learners and Key Stage 1 that you won't have used before. There are also some Key Stage 2 and a variety of SEND resources. Alphabet, Phonics, Speaking and Listening, Reading & Writing Activities and a range of topic resources. Worksheets, flashcards, activities, PPTs, quiz games and posters are all included. Most images licenced from graphicsfactory.com and symbols are licenced from Boardmaker.

3k+Uploads

6053k+Views

2619k+Downloads

Looking for something original? Here are some Resources for Early Learners and Key Stage 1 that you won't have used before. There are also some Key Stage 2 and a variety of SEND resources. Alphabet, Phonics, Speaking and Listening, Reading & Writing Activities and a range of topic resources. Worksheets, flashcards, activities, PPTs, quiz games and posters are all included. Most images licenced from graphicsfactory.com and symbols are licenced from Boardmaker.
80 colour Photo Discussion Cards
lbrownelbrowne

80 colour Photo Discussion Cards

(0)
These colour photos are great for all children to encourage speaking and listening and stimulating ideas for writing. Students learning English will find these useful for practicing vocabulary and sentence work. The cards can be sorted into sets such as toys, materials, clothing or nature and linked to topic work. Extend by asking questions for each card such as why is Humpty upside down or how many types of vegetables can you see in this picture. There are 10 pages with 8 colour cards on each page. Print, cut and laminate individual cards or use as discussion boards for group or pairs work.
Talk about the Jobs People Do
lbrownelbrowne

Talk about the Jobs People Do

(0)
A speaking and listening activity linked to topics such as the World of Work, Occupations, Jobs and the Community. A good activity for those learning English as a second language too. Page 1 shows a collection of 25 people - some of these characters have the same or similar jobs and some are jobs that are open to interpretation. Page 2 gives a list of 7 possible questions or activities to start and develop discussions for individuals or groups.
Describing Clothing and Footwear KS1
lbrownelbrowne

Describing Clothing and Footwear KS1

(0)
8 activity sheets with a cross curriuclar Clothes theme. On each page there is a different sort of clothing, footwear or accessory. Each of the pictures on each page are numbered to 12. Children discuss the clothing and look at detail and function. They then use the writing area of the sheet to write key words associated with the items that describe them and / or write a sentence for each. Items include: hats, trousers and shorts, shoes, socks, jackets and coats. Links with literacy, writing and speaking and listening. Extend by asking children to describe an item of clothing and the class can say what it is from the description. Useful resource too, for those learning English.
Word Fun 10 Worksheets for KS1
lbrownelbrowne

Word Fun 10 Worksheets for KS1

(0)
There are 10 worksheets in this resource in black and white. The idea is that children read the 5 words on each page and decide which word is the best fit for the 2 pictures shown. They can highlight or write the word they have chosen, say why and colour in the pictures. Links to speaking and listening, comprehension and guided reading. Useful for those learning the English language.
Health and Well Being Symbol Cards
lbrownelbrowne

Health and Well Being Symbol Cards

(0)
*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. 4 pages of symbol cards related to health and well being. A useful visual aid. Each page has 12 colour symbols to talk about. A useful speaking and listening aid for pupils and those learning English. Enlarge and cut out the cards for pupils to discuss and/or create their own sentences. Cards include those expressing feelings, asking for help, communicating and ideas on how to keep fit and healthy.
Prepositon 48 Symbol Cards
lbrownelbrowne

Prepositon 48 Symbol Cards

(0)
A set of symbol cards for teaching or reinforcing knowledge about propositions. Suitable for SEND pupils, KS1 and those learning English Language. Symbols are in black and white. There are 12 cards per page. There are 3 symbols representing each preposition. Examples of prepositions include before / after, down/up, in front and behind. *PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols.
Story Sequencing Strips with Symbols
lbrownelbrowne

Story Sequencing Strips with Symbols

(0)
4 pages of colour symbols for children to use to make story sequences. There are 3 colour pictures with writing for each story strip. These are jumbled up on the sheets. Children can find and sequence sets of 3 pictures and add these to the template frame included. There is no correct answers so children have the flexibility to choose any 3 they think will go together and in any order. Examples are: I ride in a taxi, I go to the airport, I go to the beach I go to hospital, I put on a gown, I have an operation The activity will support children with their speaking and listening and story telling / writing. *PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols.
Let's Talk about Colours Symbol Boards
lbrownelbrowne

Let's Talk about Colours Symbol Boards

(0)
A black and white and colour version of this colours board is included. The boards are a useful visual aid to support children / pupils with their speaking and listening and communication as well as writing about colours. The black and white board can be used as a colouring sheet to assess understanding of colour / the language. *PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols
English Language Learning Verbs
lbrownelbrowne

English Language Learning Verbs

(0)
Activities suitable for English Language learners, SEND and KS1 pupils. Instructions and ideas included. Verbs Resources A set of 64 cards showing picture symbols of verbs, regular and some irregular. Word grids showing each verb and past tense. Activity ideas Say or write two sentence for each verb E.g. The children were having a quarrel. The children quarrelled this morning. E.g. I wash my hair each week. I washed my hair on Friday. Cut out some of the picture symbols and paste into your workbook. Write 2 sentences next to each one. E.G. Opening window picture symbol I open my window in the summer. Dad opened my window this morning. Choose 5 cards and work in pairs to make up a verbal or written story. Share with the group or class. *PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols.
Fill in the Missing Words with Symbols
lbrownelbrowne

Fill in the Missing Words with Symbols

(0)
4 worksheets linked to speaking and listening, reading, grammar and comprehension. Suitable for those learning English, SEND and KS1 pupils. Each sheet shows 6 picture symbol cards. Pupils find the correct word from 3 choices and complete the sentence. E.g. I am talking or I am painting. *PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols.
What goes together? Fill in missing words
lbrownelbrowne

What goes together? Fill in missing words

(0)
4 worksheets linked to speaking and listening, reading, grammar, word association and comprehension. Suitable for those learning English, SEND and KS1 pupils. Each sheet shows 6 picture symbol cards. Pupils find the correct word from 3 choices and complete the sentence. E.g. Bread and Butter/ Bucket and Spade. *PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols.
2D Shapes in French
lbrownelbrowne

2D Shapes in French

(0)
A set of slides or posters showing 2d shapes with their English and French names. There are 2 worksheets at the end - one to colour and one to label.
Let's Talk about 2D Shapes
lbrownelbrowne

Let's Talk about 2D Shapes

(0)
4 activity sheets are included here showing 2D shapes. Sheet 1 shows 12 colour picture cards to name and talk about. Duplicate, print and cut and match. Sheet 2 shows the same pictures as sheet 1 in black and white. Children can colour these in and / or cut and match to the colour pictures. Sheet 3 shows all the shapes for children to name, label and colour in. Sheet 4 has a box for each shape that children can read the names and draw in. (The boxes here are shuffled and thus in a different order than the previous ones). Useful for children learning their shapes and colours and those pupils learning English.
Letters 'U' and 'V' Photo Resources Pack KS1
lbrownelbrowne

Letters 'U' and 'V' Photo Resources Pack KS1

(0)
This resource presents a colourful array of 15 carefully chosen photographs depicting objects beginning with ‘U’ and ‘V’. Key Stage 1 will enjoy these ‘real world’ phonics activities. Cut and laminated, the photographs will enhance your displays on the letters U and V and encourage lots of speaking and listening. The pack includes: A poster showcasing all 15 ‘U’ and ‘V’ images along with their corresponding words. This poster can serve as a visual aid to stimulate vocabulary and enhance word-picture association. A word search activity, where children can put their detective hats on and hunt for all 15 ‘U’ and ‘V’ words is included. An answer sheet is added, enabling learners to check their own answers. A worksheet that will allow children to demonstrate their understanding by filling in the missing gaps with 'U’ and ‘V’ words to complete the sentences. Make sure you mix up the missing words first.
Letters W, X, Y and Z Photo Resource Pack KS1
lbrownelbrowne

Letters W, X, Y and Z Photo Resource Pack KS1

(0)
This resource presents a colourful array of 15 carefully chosen photographs depicting objects beginning with W, X, Y and Z. Key Stage 1 will enjoy these ‘real world’ phonics activities. Cut and laminated, the photographs will enhance your displays on the letters W, X, Y and Z and encourage lots of speaking and listening. The pack includes: A poster showcasing all 15 W, X, Y and Z images along with their corresponding words. This poster can serve as a visual aid to stimulate vocabulary and enhance word-picture association. A word search activity, where children can put their detective hats on and hunt for all 15 W, X, Y and Z words is included. An answer sheet is added, enabling learners to check their own answers. A worksheet that will allow children to demonstrate their understanding by filling in the missing gaps with W, X, Y and Z words to complete the sentences. Make sure you mix up the missing words first.
Colour Quest: Exploring Artists Colours
lbrownelbrowne

Colour Quest: Exploring Artists Colours

(0)
This series of activities is aimed at making the exploration of art and colour interactive and fun for young children. The activities draw inspiration from the palettes of cartoon artists included on the posters. Each activity aims to enhance different skill sets such as colour recognition, creativity, imagination, emotional awareness, observational and problem-solving skills. Activities include colour identification, storytelling with art, colour-based emotion exercises, a scavenger hunt, colour mixing and finger painting. The resource includes a planning sheet with 7 activity ideas that use the 11 colour artist cartoon posters that are included. The final sheet gives a black and white version of the cartoon artist. There are 4 to a page, so these can be enlarged or/and cut out. Suitable for Early Years and KS1 children. Useful for English Language Learning and Art and Design lessons. Can be used as a unit of work or dipped in and out of as individual lessons.
Transport Labelling in French and Symbols
lbrownelbrowne

Transport Labelling in French and Symbols

(0)
2 worksheets where Boardmaker symbols are used to support children with their reading and writing. Each worksheet shows 9 transport symbols. There are spaces for children to write the words in French or cut and paste the words. If children are learning English, they can write the words in English. Each of the worksheets are in colour and in black and white. Boardmaker Licenced.
10 Sets of Animal Photo Cards to Name and Number
lbrownelbrowne

10 Sets of Animal Photo Cards to Name and Number

(0)
This fits with any Animal themed work and is cross-curricular. These 10 sets are: Wild Animals Pets Farm Animals Birds Nocturnal Animals Sea Animals Rainforest Animals Desert Animals Mammals Small Animals and Insects Each card is an activity in itself where children can name the animals and match the names to the numbered photographs. Alternatively, I like to show the pictures on the Smart Board and give children a writing template (included) and play a time limited quiz. Very useful too, for English Language Learning.
Games and Hobbies Photo Sheets
lbrownelbrowne

Games and Hobbies Photo Sheets

(0)
2 sheets showing photos of games and hobbies such as Chess, reading and football. Students talk about the games and hobbies and their likes and dislikes. They then match the numbered pictures to the words in the lists. A good activity to consider free time and leisure and how children use theirs and also suitable for those learning English as a second language.