The handbook includes background information for teachers about common spelling patterns, useful strategies, including mnemonics, and spelling and phonic games. Many of the ideas resources have been posted elsewhere - acknowledged at end.

Calling all teachers! Are you in search of an exciting and engaging back-to-school activity to kickstart the academic year with a bang? Look no further! Introducing our “All About Me” pack, specially designed to captivate your students during that crucial first week of school. This fabulous 6-page flip book is a must-have addition to your lesson plans. It can be utilized as a standalone activity, ensuring maximum flexibility in your teaching approach. Its unique format allows students to express themselves creatively, making it a perfect icebreaker that fosters a strong classroom community. Why is this flip book so fantastic? Well, besides being loads of fun, it serves as an excellent platform for students to showcase their personalities, interests, and aspirations. As they fill in the pages with their favorite things, sparking conversations and you’ll get to know your students on a deeper level, forging stronger teacher-student connections, as well as creating a back-to-school display of work. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to start the school year off with a bang. Order the “All About Me” pack today and witness your students’ excitement and engagement soar as they eagerly dive into self-expression and get to know their classmates better. Let’s make this academic journey one to remember! It comes in 2 versions for UK and USA spelling - favourite/favorite and color/colour Take a peek at the preview for a better picture of what is included!

PPT and follow up resources for a lesson using 'spaced learning' technique to explore the causes of WWI. Detailed notes about delivery for those who haven't used this technique before are provided in word doc. It's great fun and you might be surprised how good the students' memories are even a week later. http://www.tes.co.uk/article.aspx?storycode=6007881

Fun yet challenging complete lesson created for Year 5 SPaG work and designed to meet the new 2014 curriculum. Comes with 2 levels of differentiated activities/worksheets plus a further extension activity for the more able students. Starter and engaging teaching input with questioning included on the PowerPoint and peer-assessment/marking plenary simply explained in the concise teachers' notes. Suitable for expanding vocabulary and openers for VCOP lessons too. Adaptable for individual or partner work and suitable for any upper KS2. This fantastic lesson contains loads of learning for all levels of ability and transforms a potentially dry and boring learning objective into a fun and engaging learning experience for all.

Planning a Rhyme Day can be great fun for children and adults, and to help parents appreciate why we spend so much of our time sharing rhyming books, singing rhyming songs, and teaching children nursery rhymes (even though a lot of them seem to be a load of nonsense!)

My beginning and end of the year resources include a variety of resources that will keep students engaged and reflecting on their year. There is an activity (or two) for each letter of the alphabet that gives teachers the creativity to decide how and when to use each activity. NOTE: This is a discounted, BUNDLED pack of resources! The activities included in this bundle are the same as the ones in the individual units listed below: {End of Year A to Z Activities: 34 Activities and Memory Book} There are so many activities to choose from. You can have students spell words and complete the activity for the word or create an end of the year countdown that uses one activity a day! {Beginning of the Year A to Z: Activities, Minibooks, and More!} This is an amazing beginning of the year resource pack that is LOADED with resources to kick off the school year and a strong class culture.

All About Letters: A Comprehensive Alphabet Pack Welcome to “All About Letters,” your one-stop resource for teaching and reinforcing the alphabet in a fun and engaging way! This Alphabet Pack is designed to captivate the imagination of young learners while providing educators and parents with a comprehensive toolkit for teaching letter recognition, phonics, and early literacy skills. What’s Inside: Alphabet Worksheets: Dive into each letter of the alphabet with our interactive worksheets. Each sheet is thoughtfully crafted to help children learn to recognize, trace, write, and associate the letter with familiar words. Alphabet Coloring Pages: Encourage creativity and fine motor skills with our delightful coloring pages featuring the alphabet characters. These pages make learning letters an artistic adventure! Letter Recognition Games: Transform learning into playtime with a variety of games that make letter recognition exciting and memorable. From alphabet bingo to scavenger hunts, your little ones will have a blast while mastering their ABCs. Printable Flashcards: Strengthen letter recognition and phonics skills with our handy printable flashcards. Use them in class, at home, or on the go for quick and effective learning. Alphabet Books: Explore the world of letters through captivating stories and picture books. These resources are perfect for read-aloud sessions that promote language development and a love for reading. Alphabet Puzzles: Engage in hands-on learning with our alphabet puzzles. These puzzles not only enhance problem-solving skills but also reinforce letter identification. Craft Activities: Get creative with alphabet-themed craft activities that combine learning and art. Craft time is not only fun but also an excellent way to reinforce letter shapes and sounds. And Much More: Our Alphabet Pack is loaded with additional resources and ideas to make learning the alphabet a memorable adventure for your young learners. Whether you’re a teacher in a classroom or a parent looking to support your child’s early literacy journey, “All About Letters” provides a versatile collection of materials to suit your needs. Spark curiosity and instill a lifelong love of reading and writing with this comprehensive Alphabet Pack.

All About Letters: A Comprehensive Alphabet Pack Welcome to “All About Letters,” your one-stop resource for teaching and reinforcing the alphabet in a fun and engaging way! This Alphabet Pack is designed to captivate the imagination of young learners while providing educators and parents with a comprehensive toolkit for teaching letter recognition, phonics, and early literacy skills. What’s Inside: Alphabet Worksheets: Dive into each letter of the alphabet with our interactive worksheets. Each sheet is thoughtfully crafted to help children learn to recognize, trace, write, and associate the letter with familiar words. Alphabet Coloring Pages: Encourage creativity and fine motor skills with our delightful coloring pages featuring the alphabet characters. These pages make learning letters an artistic adventure! Letter Recognition Games: Transform learning into playtime with a variety of games that make letter recognition exciting and memorable. From alphabet bingo to scavenger hunts, your little ones will have a blast while mastering their ABCs. Printable Flashcards: Strengthen letter recognition and phonics skills with our handy printable flashcards. Use them in class, at home, or on the go for quick and effective learning. Alphabet Books: Explore the world of letters through captivating stories and picture books. These resources are perfect for read-aloud sessions that promote language development and a love for reading. Alphabet Puzzles: Engage in hands-on learning with our alphabet puzzles. These puzzles not only enhance problem-solving skills but also reinforce letter identification. Craft Activities: Get creative with alphabet-themed craft activities that combine learning and art. Craft time is not only fun but also an excellent way to reinforce letter shapes and sounds. And Much More: Our Alphabet Pack is loaded with additional resources and ideas to make learning the alphabet a memorable adventure for your young learners. Whether you’re a teacher in a classroom or a parent looking to support your child’s early literacy journey, “All About Letters” provides a versatile collection of materials to suit your needs. Spark curiosity and instill a lifelong love of reading and writing with this comprehensive Alphabet Pack.

Unlock the exciting world of alphabet learning with this engaging and educational printable resource designed for young children. This twenty-six-page resource is a fantastic tool to help kids learn to write the alphabet while having loads of fun! What’s Included: Alphabet Tracing: Children can practise tracing both upper and lower case letters of the alphabet. Each letter is carefully crafted for easy tracing, allowing kids to develop their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. There is one page for every letter of the alphabet! Interactive Learning: Each page features five delightful pictures, matching the letter of the alphabet feature on that page. These charming illustrations not only make learning fun but also reinforce letter-object associations. Kids can name the objects aloud, enhancing their letter recognition skills. Sheets are in full colour, but you can choose to print in Black and White for Easy Printing. You can print them as many times as you like, making it perfect for home practice, school use, or as an engaging activity for young learners. Ideal for Parents, Teachers, and Tutors: Whether you’re a parent looking to support your child’s early learning journey or an educator seeking a valuable teaching resource, this printable is a versatile tool suitable for various educational settings. Promote Early Literacy: By tracing, writing, and naming, children will not only learn to write the alphabet but also develop early literacy skills that will serve as a strong foundation for their future reading and writing endeavours. Make learning the alphabet a joyful adventure with this printable resource. Purchase and download today to empower young learners with essential skills in a fun and interactive way!

English Words That Come From Spanish. Use word origins to build vocabulary. Notes about Spanish pronunciation makes this useful for an introduction to a Spanish class, too. Animated graphics and sounds will entertain students. It is fun to study word origins! 23 slide PowerPoint presentation will help students build their vocabulary and develop their understanding of where language comes from. These slides explain words like poncho, platinum, and embargo, with definitions and photographs, and an explanation of the etymology. The words can be used for spelling or vocabulary building. All of them come from Spanish or from indigenous languages of South America. Students will be surprised to know that alligator comes to us from Spanish! Slides can also be printed out onto cards for learning center activities. Leads into research...students can discover other words that come from Spanish, too. - HappyEdugator

This is the SMART NOTEBOOK ONLY For the full bundle including all the resources please search Ultimate Set 2 Phonics Bundle Full Scheme of Work Complete Set 2 Phonics Scheme of Work: 12 Weeks of Fully Loaded Lessons Revolutionise your phonics instruction with my Complete Set 2 Phonics Scheme of Work! This comprehensive resource covers all Set 2 sounds (ay, ee, igh, ow, long oo, short oo, ar, or, air, ir, ou, and oy) and provides everything you need for 12 weeks of engaging and effective phonics lessons. Say goodbye to endless preparation and hello to a fully-loaded, time-saving solution! Features: Weekly Focus: Each week concentrates on one specific phonics sound, providing structured and consistent learning. Worksheets and Activities: Includes a variety of worksheets and interactive activities to reinforce each sound, keeping pupils engaged and motivated. YouTube Links: Handpicked videos for each sound to support auditory and visual learning, making lessons dynamic and fun. Interactive Lessons: Designed for use with SMART Notebook, ensuring interactive and engaging lessons that capture pupils’ attention. Word Generation: Pupils generate words with each sound, which can be used to form your weekly spelling lists, integrating learning seamlessly. Comprehensive Coverage: Covers ay, ee, igh, ow, long oo, short oo, ar, or, air, ir, ou, and oy sounds, providing a thorough phonics education. Benefits: 12 Weeks of Lessons: Saves you 12 weeks of work with a fully prepared scheme, allowing you more time to focus on teaching. Engaging and Interactive: Keeps pupils motivated with a variety of activities and multimedia resources. Easy to Use: Ready-to-use SMART Notebook format streamlines lesson planning and delivery. Phonics Mastery: Ensures comprehensive coverage and practice of all Set 2 sounds, building strong phonics foundations. Time-Saving: Reduces your preparation time significantly, allowing you to dedicate more time to your pupils. Equip your classroom with my Complete Set 2 Phonics Scheme of Work and watch your pupils thrive in their phonics learning. Simplify your planning, engage your pupils, and ensure phonics mastery with this all-in-one, time-saving resource! For more time-saving and high-quality teaching resources, be sure to check out Miss McCowan’s TES store (missmccowan)! Please remember to leave a review if you found this resource helpful, thank you!

This fun cross curricular activity pack has been created to allow you and your colleagues to plan and deliver fun and educational class trips to some top attractions.

A whole scheme of work and DIFFERENTIATED resources to teach persuasive writing and presentational devices unit to students. A creative topic that allows students to have fun as well as learn! Although I use this with my year 7s, it would be suitable for Year 8 and 9. I would also use it with a bottom set GCSE group as it covers most aspects of Paper 1 for AQA Eng. I have uploaded new schemes on The Tempest, posters for assessment and a spelling booklet to engage students!

Developed by teachers and produced by National Schools Partnership in conjunction with Bristan, these teaching resources tackle the serious issue of water conservation in a fun and engaging way. The resources are designed to: Provide fun lessons and activities for Key Stage 2, but can also engage and inspire the whole school Deliver on the Geography and Science curriculum, but with plenty of ideas on cross-curricular activity

A fun unit of work that takes in 'Harry Potter' and 'The Three Little Pigs' as students work on a series of activities, developing their skills in writing in appropriate registers. Sentence starters are provided for support when appropriate, and the unit culminates in an assessment task accompanied by a peer assessment activity. The homework unit extends the classroom unit, students being presented with activities in which they have to decide the purposes of various texts: to inform, to review, to persuade, to entertain or to instruct. Contents: (5-7 lesson scheme of work, full resources and lesson plans) Classroom presentations 7 page workbook VLE homework presentation Letter extract grid Formal / Informal writing grid Peer assessment resource Full lesson plans Note: All images are free for use commercially.

My Y7 language change unit. I've taught this a few times and they really love it, especially performing some of the really old texts. A great unit to have a little bit of fun with!

Explore how to find and present information about inventors and inventions. Give a talk as part of a group. Watch and listen to inventors explaining their ideas online. Make notes and contribute to a creative class book about inventors.

This fantastic 6 Level English course for Early Learners of English. Each level consists of three units of 10 lessons each. Each lesson includes detailed lesson plan and worksheets. The lesson structure: Warm Up Main Activity Group Activity Technology Time Extra Activity Every lesson has links to awesome sites that will facilitate the lesson. The curriculum has a hands-on approach that involves, group work, arts & crafts, technology, individual work and more. I have tried to make the lessons as free of preparation as possible. Lesson resource requirements are included in each lesson plan. 30 Lesson Plans 30 + Worksheets This is great for home tutoring, class supplement, ESL department or for private tutors. Term1  Hello! What is your name?  Goodbye!/I can count to 10  Days of the week/How old are you?  A day with my friend  Review  My bag!  My Classroom  My School  My Family  Review Term 2  My Pet  let’s take spot out  Animals at the Zoo  My body parts  Look what I can do  Hop jump skip  Crossing the road  Picnic by the Riverbank  My Favorite treats  Review Term3  At the circus  Around town.  At the resturant  At the Candy store  Review  How tall am I?  I am feeling….  My Toys  Home sweet home  You’ve Made it

This unique and innovative pack from #1 bestselling authors in Primary Education TFTF, has been created to make effective teaching EASY. Designed to rapidly improve your teaching and easily show how all the pieces of modern primary teaching fit together to create outstanding teaching and learning. This package includes: 5 Easy-to-Read Full Colour eBooks: - Aspects of Effective Teaching - Components of an Effective Lesson - Effective Lesson Planning - Effective Lesson Templates - Introduction to Behaviour Management Report Plus How to Effectively Talk to Children examples in - Video (split into 2 parts due to the file size!) - MP3 Audio Information on: differentiation, marking and feedback, assessment, data, starters, teaching inputs, plenaries, self/peer reflection, questioning, discussion, learning objectives, success criteria, learning activities and so much more. All images copyright tftf

These are personal notes with a selection of creative activities covering the whole cycle of learning MFL, plus some assessment for learning and citizenship. Coulour coded. This is a work in progress and I do apologize for a format rather messy-I will consider to arrange the ideas better in the future. Ideas gathered from University lectures, conferences, etc. Special attention needs to be put into Modelling (both task and behaviour, movements, etc), to timing (essential) and to introduce them when there is an appropriate group dynamic.

Poetry Train is a teachers pack of activities, poems and advice for teaching poetry in primary schools. David Harmer and Roger Stevens share proven approaches for use in the classroom, based on brilliant poems by top poets such as Carol Ann Duffy and Jackie Kay.