Take the headache out of handwriting and help your learners build their automaticity with our Letter Formation Display Frieze. Our high-impact visual scaffold is designed to build muscle memory and confidence. By grouping letters into their “formation families” we help children spot patterns, making the journey from scribbles to script smoother than ever. Letters are organised into proven “formation families” as set out in the National Curriculum: Curly Caterpillars (c, a, d, g, o, q, s, e, f) Ladder Letters (l, i, t, u, j, y) One-Armed Robots (r, b, n, h, m, k, p) Zig-Zag Letters (v, w, x, z) Every letter features a clearly denoted starting point, and the mid-section of each line is highlighted, providing a visual guide to promotes consistent letter sizing and alignment.

This hand-made, hand-animated, handwriting resource models the complete alphabet in both capital and lower-case form on an endless loop so that you’re free to spend more time focusing on your learners! It also includes a few handy tips and strategies for breaking habits such as b/d p/q letter reversals, and sitting letters with descenders such as g, p, y on the line. This resource is a breeze to navigate thanks to hyperlinks that quickly get you to the right slide, and the animations will loop so that your child can see exactly what they need to do whilst they practice. I have developed and improved this resource over the last couple of years and used it extensively with my Year 2 class, however it could just as easily be used in EYFS, Year 1 or even Year 3 to consolidate letter formation. Letters are organised by the 4 handwriting letter families set out in the National Curriculum: Curly Caterpillars, Ladder Letters, One-Armed Robots and Zig-Zag letters. There is an option for both straight and looped variants of K. I really hope it works as well for you as it has for me, and would really appreciate any feedback you have!

Bridge the gap between phonics and fluency with this dual-purpose Common Exception Word (CEW) set. Specifically designed to align with Little Wandle Letters & Sounds Revised, these cards move beyond simple rote memorization to foster true orthographic mapping. What makes this set different? Low-Cognitive Load Design: Clean, distraction-free layouts ensure pupils focus entirely on the grapheme-phoneme relationship. Targeted Scaffolding: Each word explicitly highlights the “tricky part,” providing a visual cue for the non-decodable elements of the word. Pattern Recognition: Smart colour-coding groups words with similar spelling patterns, allowing children to make connections (e.g., find, kind, mind) rather than seeing them as isolated exceptions. Curriculum-Wide Coverage: Includes the full statutory list for both Year 1 and Year 2. Versatile Classroom Application: From a permanent spelling frieze for independent writing to targeted intervention flashcards, these are built for high-frequency use in the classroom or at home.

Features: An engaging, aviation-themed resource where children work through the 4 letter families to earn their ‘pilot badges’ Handcrafted to promote low cognitive load Each page is split into 3 levels that offer learners gradiated scaffolding Enables learners of all abilities to work as independently as possible Each page contains 2 practice words and 3 practice sentences that correspond to each letter Designed to be used in conjunction with ‘Interactive Animated Handwriting Helper PPT’ ( https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13446812) Perfect for either classroom or home-learning use Contains option for straight or looped ‘k’

Stop the “10010” struggle in its tracks! Designed by a teacher for teachers, this comprehensive number line is more than just a wall decoration—it’s a functional scaffold for daily mathematical fluency. Why this belongs in your classroom: Dual Literacy: Features both numerals and word forms to bridge the gap between reading and math. Visual Patterns: Vibrant red and blue borders provide an instant, intuitive guide for identifying odd and even numbers. Concrete Place Value: Includes integrated place value charts that visually demonstrate number composition, helping pupils “see” the math. Beyond 100: We’ve extended the range to 120 to help Year 2 and LKS2 students navigate the tricky transition past the century mark with confidence. Teacher-Friendly Versatility: Whether you need a bold wall display or individual desk strips, this resource is ready to go. Print two to a page for a clear wall frieze, or four to a page for perfect student reference cards.

Download this free number formation frieze to provide your learners with a low-cognitive load, visual guide to forming each digit!

Liven up your classroom and reveal number patterns with this vibrant set of replacement pocket chart numbers! Designed specifically to fit the TTS 100 Square (and most universal pocket charts at a standard 5cm x 5cm), I designed these cards with colour-coded columns to highlight the important KS1 skill of counting on and back in 10s. I have used these for several years and compared to the plain inserts most 100 square charts come with these are a game-changer when you’re teaching Place Value! If you find this resource useful, a quick review would mean so much!