This resource has been designed to subtly embed the valuable functional skills learners required to get the most out of education, work and everyday life and to help them function more confidently, effectively and independently. Each resource has been proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge as well as promoting creativity and individuality. This particular Fun Game of Higher or Lower focuses on the calorie count of various popular foods. Simply print off the 30 different food cards (back to back) onto card or alternatively laminate them. Shuffle them and place the pile somewhere everyone can see or have a glamourous assistant hold them for you. Ensure that the cards are displaying the front of the cards. Split in to two teams. The dealer will draw the first card, each team needs to try and guess the calorie count in that food item. The dealer will reveal the answer and whichever team was the closest gets to start. The dealer will then in turn flip each car revealing a new food item. Each team needs to guess whether the calorie count is higher or lower than the previous card. Every correct answer will earn that team a point. The team keep going until they get one wrong and it the switches to the other team. The game finishes when all the cards have been revealed and the team with the most points win. Alternatively you could ask the learner to stand up for higher or sit down for lower! Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

This Flashcard Bundle includes both the first and second instalment focused on UK Road Signs and can be used as an effective revision resources for all those studying for the UK Driving theory test. They can also be used as a standalone classroom activity to familiarise students of all ages with UK road signs. They are fully editable resource and available to download as a PDF file or WORD doc. They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels. They should on printed on card (preferably) double sided and then cut out and used in any way that best compliments your own teaching style. Flashcards are proven as an effective method in assisting learning and ensuring it is taking place. They embrace a wonderful mental process called ‘Active Recall’ and can be used in various ways such as: • Recapping knowledge – As a starter activity related to the previous lesson. • Refreshing knowledge - Incorporating them randomly in any lesson. • Revising for exams - Confirming the knowledge required for assessment. • Embedding both Maths & English. • Embracing Equal Opportunities & Diversity. • Creating new knowledge – The possibilities are endless. Have Fun

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of world foods and recipes while promoting creativity and individuality. This particular unit of work includes a selection of engaging theory tasks (see below) that will enable them to gain new knowledge of this popular cuisine. Learners will then have the opportunity to plan, prepare and follow a Pizza recipe and method. They will finally self-assess their performance, receive feedback from an observer and set targets as part of their overall evaluation. The 8 tasks are set as follows: What is Pizza - Introductory small writing task that promotes group discussion. History of the Pizza - A true and False Quiz that will educate learners on facts of this world foods origin (answers on the last page) Types of Pizza - An activity that requires the learner to match up ingredients with the correct pizza name (Italian to English). The Perfect Pizza - Learners to work in pairs to investigate alternative ingredients and how they can accommodate lactose and wheat intolerances. Health and Safety - A task that enables learners to highlight health, hygiene and safety awareness in the Kitchen. What will you need? - An embedded maths activity where learners have to calculate the right amounts of ingredients depending on how many pizzas they would have to make. Over to you - Practical Element, learners will pair up to follow a method and cook a Margherita pizza using various ingredients supplied. Self-assessment - A written evaluation, including guided questioning. Photographs taken during practical can be attached. Witness Statement - Tutor/Teacher to feedback and promote Target setting in areas needing improvement i.e confidence, communication, timing, focus etc. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The particular resource can be used effectively in Tutorials, English and various other sessions. The unit also incorporates ICT with the optional use of Microsoft Excel, Publisher and Word. The resource focuses on setting lifetime goals in the form of a ‘Bucket List. Learners participate in activities and discussions to help them gain an understanding of how compiling a checklist of goals can promote a real sense of earnestness and determination to achieve them as well as being positively beneficial in keeping life exciting, fun and full of purpose. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

The 2nd of a series of resources centered on and around the Retail industry They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels and can be delivered individually, as worksheets or collectively as a final assignment. This particular series includes the following: Window Displays Visual Merchandising & Task Shop Floor & Sales Areas Manual Handling & Task Lifting Equipment Deliveries Stock Management Stock Checks Product Placement & Task Recap Quiz Series 1, 3 and 4 available at the TES Smartbooks Shop Look out for the FLASHCARD series that accompanies the Smartbooks Retail Series of Workbooks. The resource is in PDF Format but also available as a fully editable Word doc by request.

One of the difficulties that students encounter when faced with a writing task in English is how to get started and then cohesively develop that thought. I find that many of them, especially younger students, rebel at the idea of rigorous planning and drafting, just wanting to get it down. Others face a barrier of fear. I came across the idea of using the Fibonacci sequence for extended and creative writing by accident when searching an online thesaurus. I immediately saw the sense in it and decided to apply it in the classroom. It worked. It solved the problem. There was now a way to plan, draft, develop and craft in small pieces that led to a satisfying cohesive whole. Some were amazed at just how much they could write and how they could creatively extend their writing in terms of thought provoking discussion. In lower ability classes it provided an element of fun and removed the daunting prospect of extended writing with higher word counts. In the higher ability groups it opened up the channel for students comfortably working at grade ‘C’ to move out of that comfort zone and stretch upwards towards the A* that so many of them had the potential to reach. When I analysed the results I found that two things contributed to the success. 1. The fact that a piece of extended writing is built step at a time through developing levels of skill. This encouraged confidence. 2. The framework encouraged the skill of planning, drafting, and editing. Choosing the right words and the most effective order of words, within a gradually increasing number of words, developed vocabulary, sentence structure, and lifted the content away from basic repetition of facts. Students had the confidence to ‘craft’ their writing. The resource that follows uses an example in which the students can engage collaboratively. There is then an individual assignment for them to complete using the sequence. As it stands it fits criteria suited to the ‘gifted and talented’ of Key Stage 3, and will be of value in Key Stage 4 to move those ‘C’ grade learners out of their comfort zone and stretch them upwards. However, it can be adapted quite easily for students of lower ability. Post 16 students who achieved low grade GCSE and need to either re-sit or complete Functional Skills English at level 2 will also find this pattern helps build their skills. The resource has been designed in a workbook format. However, it doesn’t have to be used that way. It can be copied and pasted onto a presentation for whole class collaborative discussion and writing projects. Each page has been formatted so that it stands alone and therefore can be photocopied separately and used at appropriate times in the lesson (s). It has been left in Microsoft Word format so that it is editable by teachers who wish

These workbooks have been designed to challenge and assess learners understanding of the knowledge required of them to achieve a Certificate in English. The workbooks include various tasks and activities that to suit learners of all ages and varied abilities in preparing them for any up and coming assessment. The resources have been proven very successful with key stage 1 & 2, learners working at Entry 1-3 Functional skills and with SEN/LLDD learners of all ages. This particular workbook primarily focuses on ‘Homophones’ and is available to download as a PDF. It can also be easily adapted to stretch abilities of learners working at a higher level by using the Word version which is available by messaging me for this format.

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and then signed off. These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular installment in the series focuses on preparing learners for a Work Based Placement and is broken in to two parts. The first series of work sheets are designed to give the learner an understanding of how to prepare for their up and coming work experience and plan their journey to their placement. It then also includes an extensive and detailed Work experience Diary which will be used to gather evidence throughout and after their placement. Learner outcomes are as follows; Be able to prepare for his/her work experience Be able to plan a journey to work Be able to follow requirements during the work experience Be able to complete a work experience review Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

These Smartbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. This resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English sessions. This Smartbook focuses on the dangers of Text Driving and other distractions that cause accidents on the road. The resource includes various tasks that look at: Attitudes & Current Mindsets The Consequences The Facts & Statistics Prevention Tutor Answers to current statistics are also included, however these are obviously subject to change. NOTE: The video used is available on YouTube, but should be watched before delivery as some more sensitive learners may find it upsetting. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification is made of various Units, all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered, which can be assessed and then signed off. The workbook can be delivered as individual worksheets or as a final assignment that would typically follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses on Career Progression and covers the following criteria. 1.1 explain the importance of career progression 2.1 identify sources of career progression information, advice and guidance 2.2 identify different career, course and training options from available sources of information, advice and guidance. 3.1 list transferable skills, qualities and experience required to develop a career 3.2 review own transferable skills, qualities and experience 3.3 identify areas of work or study that might be best suited to own transferable skills, qualities or experience 4.1 identify short-term goals that will help with career progression 4.2 develop a career progression plan. Other Units are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key, and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review, and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on various foods and recipes while promoting creativity and individuality. This particular unit of work includes a selection of engaging theory tasks and a practical cooking session. Answers for the theory sections are included. The Practical Element requires learners to pair up and follow a method to cook a homemade burger. They then can complete a written evaluation which includes guided questioning. Any photographs taken during the practical will be attached as additional evidence. Finally, a Tutor/Teacher can give feedback and promote target setting in areas needing improvement, i.e. confidence, communication, timing, focus etc. This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available, so please feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key, and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review, and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

This 5th series of flashcards focuses on the characterisation of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. There are ‘quotes’ to explore cards for Macbeth and Lady Macbeth who are the lead characters of the play. The final card summarises how the other characters interact. These cards are valuable aids to helping students answer the part of the question where they are asked to relate their analysis of the given quote to other areas of the play Macbeth and Lady Macbeth are central. Act 1 introduces them both very forcefully, and then as the plot develops their characters evolve in opposite directions almost a reversal. The more the student gets to know the play the more obvious this characterisation movement becomes. The quote is on the left hand side of each card. Prompts for discussion are on the right hand side of each card. The set also includes a breakdown of other characters in Macbeth. Other sets available: Set 1 – The Supernatural Set 2 – Tragic Hero Set 3 – Guilt/Anxiety Set 4 – Ambition Set 6 – Plot Development/movement Look out for Bundles too! Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. PPT versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable digital and functional skills. This resource can be used effectively in Animal Care, Tutorials, English and various other sessions. This Animal Care related resource focuses on Chinchillas and allows learners to form an understanding of how these small mammals live in the wild as well as how they need to be cared for in a domesticated environment. The Chinchilla Factsheet includes lots of valuable information that can be used as a guide to help complete the accompanying questions. Alternatively there is blank version which can be populated by the learners using independent online research or by cutting and pasting the information provided on a separate sheet. Also included is a blank question template allowing learners to create their own questions based on the information and then test each other’s knowledge. The resource allows for lots of differentiation between levels and delivery would be undoubtably enhanced with an opportunity for the learners to observe or handle the animal in a supervised environment. PLEASE NOTE: The Factsheet is a guide only and open to interpretation. Personal knowledge, opinion or information found online may vary. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of world foods and recipes while promoting creativity and individuality. This particular unit of work includes a selection of engaging theory tasks (see below) that will enable them to gain new knowledge of this popular cuisine. Learners will then have the opportunity to plan, prepare and follow a Cottage Pie recipe and method. They will finally self-assess their performance, receive feedback from an observer and set targets as part of their overall evaluation. The 8 tasks are set as follows: Lets Start with a Quiz - Introductory Multiple choice and True & False quiz covering history and facts around the Cottage Pie. What can be used - Being a very versatile dish this allows learners to include the basic and less common ingredients. They can discuss different tastes, likes an dislikes. Traditional British foods - An activity that requires the learners to unscramble anagrams of various British foods and brainstorm any others they are familiar with. The Perfect Cottage Pie - Learners to work in pairs to investigate alternative ingredients and how they can accommodate lactose and wheat intolerances. Health and Safety - A task that enables learners to highlight health, hygiene and safety awareness in the Kitchen. How to make a Cottage pie (method) - A problem solving task where learners have to rearrange the steps of making a Cottage pie and correctly paste them on to the method they will be using later. Over to you - Practical Element, learners will pair up to follow a method and cook a Traditional Cottage Pie using various ingredients supplied. Self-assessment - A written evaluation, including guided questioning. Photographs taken during practical can be attached. Witness Statement - Tutor/Teacher to feedback and promote Target setting in areas needing improvement i.e confidence, communication, timing, focus etc. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

This 3rd series of flashcards, one from each act, evidence ways in which Shakespeare has highlighted the theme of guilt and anxiety in the play. It is interesting in Macbeth that Macbeth as a military general had no difficulty in applying violent acts to kill his enemy but could not handle emotionally or mentally the murder of King Duncan. This brings into play questions of right and wrong and integrity and honour. The purpose of memorising the quotes is to aid a deeper knowledge of the play so that when answering a question the student can move around the play with ease. The quote is on the left-hand side of each card. Prompts for discussion are on the right-hand side of each card. The quotes also have relevance in the discussion of other themes, especially questions that explore the characterisation of Macbeth and plot development. Other sets available: Set 1 – The Supernatural Set 2 – Tragic Hero Set 4 – Ambition Set 5 – Characterisation Set 6 – Plot Development/movement Look out for Bundles too! Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. PPT versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

This 2nd series of flashcards, one from each act, evidence ways in which Shakespeare has highlighted Macbeth as a tragic hero. A tragedy play in Shakespeare’s time begins with qualities in a hero that are admired. The hero is loved and there is an element of celebrity and role model. Then a weakness is highlighted and manipulated to bring down the hero with tragic consequences. However, each quote also has relevance to other themes. The purpose of memorising the quotes is to aid a deeper knowledge of the play so that when answering a question the student can move around the play with ease. The quote is on the left-hand side of each card. Prompts for discussion are on the right-hand side of each card. The quotes also have relevance in the discussion of other themes, especially questions that explore the characterisation of Macbeth and plot development. Other sets available: Set 1 – The Supernatural Set 3 – Guilt/Anxiety Set 4 – Ambition Set 5 – Characterisation Set 6 – Plot Development/movement Look out for Bundles too! Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. PPT versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in tutorials, English or ICT sessions. This instalment of worksheets focuses on allowing the learner to decide what they would imagine their perfect job to be. It then tasks them with breaking that job role down and asks them to create an advert for their chosen vocation. They will explore the pros and cons of each others ‘perfect job’ choices and demonstrate their capabilities of understanding the opinions of others as well as being able to put their own opinion across. The Resource also includes and example of an advert designed by a previous learner. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners and enhance knowledge, wellbeing, creativity, individuality whilst embedding valuable functional skills. This particular workbook is based around the The game of Rounder and working as a team The level is pitched around E3 The workbook includes various tasks and they are broken down as follows; Setting up the game. Learners will identify a team name, captain and players for each team. The rules. Learners will gain a full understanding of the ‘how to play’ and can discuss and make any changes or amendments to the game. The pitch and playing area. An activity that familiarises the learners with the pitch layout. Good balls and no balls. Learner to complete a task that will confirm their previous understanding of this controversial element of the game. Skills and strengths. Learners to identify the many individual and collective skills and strengths utilised in the game from communication, motivation, etc. The workbook includes evaluation and picture evidence Sheets and scorecards templates. The Images sourced are all royalty-free and are licenced for commercial use. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com