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Poetry & literacy resources. I'm a published children's poet with numerous contributions to anthologies; debut solo collection on the way. Poetry workshop leader for UK primary schools. Website: katewilliamspoet.com

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Poetry & literacy resources. I'm a published children's poet with numerous contributions to anthologies; debut solo collection on the way. Poetry workshop leader for UK primary schools. Website: katewilliamspoet.com
Castle Similes - poetry frame + example sheet
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Castle Similes - poetry frame + example sheet

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An imaginary castle can be any sort you like - fairy-tale pink or iron grey, for instance, so your children can have fun with this sheet, thinking what their castle could be like as well as thinking up effective similes for them. The two blank lines at the end are for totally free expression. Some children might like to add further similes, others might like to add a warning, or a comment about the castle’s inhabitants, or a rounding-off rhyme, or even a metaphor (the castle is a …). The example sheet can be read out to demonstrate the simile concept and trigger ideas. Recommended for lower juniors, and older writers as a starting point for individual poem-crafting.
CASTLE acrostic poem frames - short/long - with examples
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CASTLE acrostic poem frames - short/long - with examples

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Literacy and castle studies are brought alive by these attractive sheets and their fascinating writing opportunities. There are two versions of this illustrated “CASTLE” acrostic frame, one with short lines for single words (describing words recommended), and one with longer lines for phrases, sentences or extended descriptions and similes. The Examples sheet provides suggestions to prompt for, for each version. Perhaps read some out to fire other ideas. The sheets allow room for a castle sketch below. Suitable for all juniors, with support as needed.
3 Castle-themed Action/Clapping Rhymes, guidance & embellishment tips, EY/KS1
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3 Castle-themed Action/Clapping Rhymes, guidance & embellishment tips, EY/KS1

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These 3 punchy rhymes bring the past alive. Their titles are: Who Lived in the Castle?, Bowing and Curtseying, and My Castle is Old. Each contain rhyme and rhythm, while offering scope for alternative words to be slotted in (notes below provide ideas for these). There is also scope for acting-out, adding sound effects and enhancing with percussion. Suggestions for all of these are provided. They serve to prepare children for writing about castles, also enriching their vocabulary, developing their sense of rhyme and rhythm, and providing a window on the past. In addition, they promote physical development: the actions involved are fun and imagination-triggering, encouraging creative expression and physical exertion. The rhymes and illustrations are my own. 3 sheets in total -PDF.
Rhyme Bank for Castle Characters + Examples
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Rhyme Bank for Castle Characters + Examples

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This rhyme bank and examples page will provide all the back-up you need to concoct verses about castle characters with your class. There are rhyme lists for King, Queen, Knight, Prince, Princess and Ghost, with an example verse for each on the next page. Tips for presenting and guiding are also provided. Bring history alive by inventing funny, crazy, spooky or beautiful rhyming couplets (or more) about the people who lived in our ancient castles, or bring your literacy or poetry lesson alive this way. I introduce rhymes like these in my poetry workshops, adapting the presentation to suit the different literacy levels. It’s an activity that gets everyone hooked.
This castle is... (3 grades)
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This castle is... (3 grades)

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This is an exciting, fascinating picture-poem frame, in 3 variations of graded difficulty. It will inspire your 5-7 year-olds to get dreaming and writing, drawing on passive vocabulary to express their buzzing imagination. Their castle might be dark, damp and gloomy, or grand, golden and magical, or ancient, crumbling and haunted. It’s as old as …, and as [__] as __ . What will you find inside? Treasure? A sword? A secret message? Who lives there? A lonely ghost? A fiery dragon? A bossy king? And what does he/she like to do? There’s scope for drama, humour and mystery here. Recommended for Yrs 1-2. Supports Poetry, Literacy and History. See my other Castle-themed resources too.
Castle Creeps - black & white sketch from imagination
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Castle Creeps - black & white sketch from imagination

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Bring atmosphere and detail to your medieval history topic with this fascinating peep into a deserted (almost) castle. Ignite the imagination of your students, whatever age, with this eye-drawing picture in black and white (drawn with computer software). I originally drew it as an illustration to accompany a poem of mine for a children’s poetry book, now out of print. Now use it to fire ideas for poetry-writing in primary schools.
Castle Treasure picture-writing sheet + word bank
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Castle Treasure picture-writing sheet + word bank

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“Castle treasure can be -” is the lead-in phrase on this attractive picture-poem - or writing sheet, and the accompanying word bank supplies the teacher with easy and harder words to prompt for. Draw out the words from children’s passive vocabulary, rather than handing out this list. There are plenty of other words to contribute too - these are just suggestions. The sheet can serve as a creative writing sheet for younger children, or a launch pad for extended writing, for older or more independent writers. Supports literacy and history.
4 Castle photos
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4 Castle photos

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These four fascinating castle photographs will bring your history or castle project alive for your class. They were taken in Caerphilly Castle, south Wales, and show the Welsh flag, castle doors, windows and an arrow slit. They could be used in conjunction with my castle poetry-writing frames and rhymes.
3 Word Banks - Castles, Spring, Healthy Eating: Vocab-Stretchers
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3 Word Banks - Castles, Spring, Healthy Eating: Vocab-Stretchers

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Stretch vocabulary and speaking/writing skills with these 3 word banks. They cover 3 interesting themes: Castles, Spring and Healthy Eating/Wholesome foods. Draw from them yourself in class discussions and elicit selected words from children. Encourage use in speech and writing; point out in reading material. Supports literacy, topic study and all-round education at all levels.
RHYMING COUPLETS - 4 themed rhyme banks + more
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RHYMING COUPLETS - 4 themed rhyme banks + more

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Rhyme banks for Space, Dragons, Castle Characters + Ocean (sailors, pirates, more), with Examples for all, PLUS Seabed Rhymes to complete. Fun for whole class, together, in groups or pairs, or individually. Literacy made fun! Themed information, topic study, & creativity scope incorporated. Huge discount!
Acrostic Frames
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Acrostic Frames

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Planets, Castles, Active Lifestyles and Healthy Eating feature in this collection of acrostic poem frames, with easy and hard versions and examples for teachers. Great for National Poetry Day, World Book Day, and your school’s poetry week - and for literacy boosts and fun fillers any time! For higher/abler Juniors.
Castles + Treasure: Rhymes + Writing Frames - EY/KS1
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Castles + Treasure: Rhymes + Writing Frames - EY/KS1

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These castle-themed activities bring the past alive for children, while motivating creative writing, artwork and history study. The 3 punchy rhymes invite actions, word-exchanges, clapping and performance. The 5 writing sheets (or poetry frames) are generously illustrated with lively, inspiring details. Guidance provided for rhymes + worksheets. All rhymes and artwork original.
Rhyme Banks + Frames - Mixed Topics
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Rhyme Banks + Frames - Mixed Topics

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Rhyme fun! 4 topic-based rhyme banks + a rhyming couplet frame sheet - featuring aliens, dragons, castle characters and more. These rhymes-made-easy will spur your whole class into action, getting them waxing lyrical before they know it, and sharpening up their literacy skills all-round.
Dragons & Castles Picture Gallery
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Dragons & Castles Picture Gallery

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These dragon and castle images will bring relevant topic work alive, inspiring writing, artwork, discussion, research and study. Contents: lively, colourful dragon sketches, one atmospheric and detailed castle sketch, four striking photos of Caerphilly Castle, S. Wales, and hand-drawn clip-art images of castle features (ghost, candle, turrets and more). Present on screen or paper to suit your needs.
Castle-Themed Literacy Activities + Inspiration - KS1
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Castle-Themed Literacy Activities + Inspiration - KS1

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Bring castles to life for your Infants with this varied mix of fun rhymes, thought-provoking picture-poems, simple reading challenge (on a castle scene) and an atmospheric castle picture (also available separately). The 3 rhymes come with guidance and embellishment tips. The picture-poems comprise a castle picture with lines for describing words, and 3 graded versions of 'In the castle lives a … ghost, king, and other characters. Doing Dragons at all? This demo video might be handy? https://youtu.be/1NLutDY2zVQ
Rhymes Galore (15) for EY/KS1
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Rhymes Galore (15) for EY/KS1

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Rhymes to chant, clap, act out and develop, promoting many learning areas: Literacy, Understanding the World, Communication Language, Expressive Arts & Design and Physical Development. Topics: mini-beasts, seaside, stars, castles, busy street, school, big & small, park and windy day. Guidance notes included for all. Save 50% with this bundle!
Dragon + Castle Creative Writing - R + KS1
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Dragon + Castle Creative Writing - R + KS1

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Celebrate St David’s Day with Welsh dragons, castles or both, with this array of attractive, child-friendly picture-poems, stretching vocabulary and ideas simultaneously. A dragon’s menu (with alliteration), castle features and characters, castle treasure and who knows what sort of dragons (the children can decide) feature in these sheets, some with 3 grades of difficulty. Successfully tried and tested.
Writing in Pictures (KS1)
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Writing in Pictures (KS1)

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Writing inside a picture is great fun, and brings the words alive for children. This stack of picture-writing frames features clouds, stars, ladybirds, snakes, castles, leaves and seasides, some with graded variations. This bundle will inspire imagination, fire enthusiasm, develop skills and boost confidence.
CASTLE Writing
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CASTLE Writing

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This rich assortment of castle-themed literacy resources includes poetry frames for all ages, rhyme and word banks, rhymes to clap and enact, an atmospheric picture to inspire, and fascinating illustrations, plus handy teacher tips. Similes, acrostics, descriptive writing and writing confidence are supported, while giving insights into castle life long ago.