This Functional Skills Level 1/2 Writing and Level 2 Reading and Writing pack contains resources designed to assist students, particularly those with dyslexia, in improving their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. The dyslexia friendly, functional skills writing workbook includes a structured approach to improve writing by using model answers, questionnaires, plans and colour-coded spelling of key words. The questions are focused on improving a park and reviewing a visit to an amusement park. Each section begins with typical writing questions on the Functional Skills (AQA) Paper. The Level 2 Pack contains Writing model answers with grammar, vocabulary and spelling activities aimed to support struggling students. The reading section is accompanied by a graphic organiser and vocabulary organiser. These Functional Skills materials provide structured, step-by-step approaches to reading and writing, which are crucial for dyslexic students or students with additional needs. By breaking down complex tasks into manageable steps and using visual aids, these resources help students build confidence and competence in their literacy skills. The focus on organization, clear instructions, and practice exercises make these tools especially effective for supporting students with dyslexia in achieving academic success.

Schemes of learning for SEN/ lower sets for year 7,8,9,10 and 11. These schemes are designed to support literacy skills with a focus on vocabulary, reading and writing. They have been created by a Head of Literacy at a secondary school with previous primary school experience. All schemes were taught to classes and are designed to be engaging and supportive. They centre around a novel which is read to the class at the beginning of the session followed by activities. The schemes are based on the following texts: Year 7- Ghost Boys Year 8- There’s a Boy in the Girl’s Bathroom Year 9- Brock Year 10- The Curious incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Year 11- The Bunker Diary Each scheme contains 12-18 hour long lessons. They are designed to be taught over a half term/term (depending on how often you see your class). They are progressive. They can be taught as additional English lessons, as interventions or discrete literacy lessons.

Ready to print double sided literacy mats: EAL SEAL Literacy/Phonics

Included are 3 symbolised adjective grids - SEN and lower ability. Widget Symbols Symbolised SEN SEND Lower Ability Support Special Education Needs Disabilities Pastoral ASD Autism Behaviour.

Schemes of learning for SEN/ lower sets for year 7,8,9,10 and 11. These schemes are designed to support literacy skills with a focus on vocabulary, reading and writing. They have been created by a Head of Literacy at a secondary school with previous primary school experience. All schemes were taught to classes and are designed to be engaging and supportive. They centre around a novel which is read to the class at the beginning of the session followed by activities. The schemes are based on the following texts: Year 7- Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone Year 8- Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief Year 9- The Hunger Games Year 10- The Giver Year 11- The 57 Bus Each scheme contains 12-18 hour long lessons. They are designed to be taught over a half term/term (depending on how often you see your class). They are progressive. They can be taught as additional English lessons, as interventions or discrete literacy lessons. Tes paid licence