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Teaching and Learning Resources for Early Learners and KS1

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Looking for something original? Here are some Resources for Early Learners and Key Stage 1 that you won't have used before. There are also some Key Stage 2 and a variety of SEND resources. Alphabet, Phonics, Speaking and Listening, Reading & Writing Activities and a range of topic resources. Worksheets, flashcards, activities, PPTs, quiz games and posters are all included. Most images licenced from graphicsfactory.com and symbols are licenced from Boardmaker.

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Looking for something original? Here are some Resources for Early Learners and Key Stage 1 that you won't have used before. There are also some Key Stage 2 and a variety of SEND resources. Alphabet, Phonics, Speaking and Listening, Reading & Writing Activities and a range of topic resources. Worksheets, flashcards, activities, PPTs, quiz games and posters are all included. Most images licenced from graphicsfactory.com and symbols are licenced from Boardmaker.
Fill in the Missing Words with Symbols
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Fill in the Missing Words with Symbols

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4 worksheets linked to speaking and listening, reading, grammar and comprehension. Suitable for those learning English, SEND and KS1 pupils. Each sheet shows 6 picture symbol cards. Pupils find the correct word from 3 choices and complete the sentence. E.g. I am talking or I am painting. *PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols.
My trip to Space with Symbols
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My trip to Space with Symbols

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*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. My trip to Space. One of a set of resources based on trips suitable for EYFS / KS1 and SEND pupils. Each resource includes 12 colour and 12 black and white flashcards with symbols. Sheet 3 asks the children to draw the symbols or paste the pictures under the words. Sheet 4 is a writing and drawing template. Children can write about their trip. Links to topic work, journeys, travel, explorers as well as reading, writing and speaking and listening.
Hot and Cold Activity Pack with Symbols
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Hot and Cold Activity Pack with Symbols

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A ‘Hot’ and ‘Cold’ Activity Pack for SEND and KS1 children. A fun and engaging way to teach children about Geography and Science: Hot and Cold. Links to Weather and Seasons. This Activity Pack has 12 colourful hot and cold flashcards, colouring sheets, tracing words activities and word searches for both hot and cold, with picture clues for reading and phonics practice. There is a template sheet for both hot and cold that can be used for drawing, writing, or pasting/sorting into. Answer sheets are included for the word searches, so children can check their own work. Use as a unit of work, a lesson or just dip in for your Science topic / literacy work.
Ourselves Speaking and Listening Game
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Ourselves Speaking and Listening Game

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*PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols. A fun way to encourage children to speak, listen, communicate and work in teams. This is a speaking and listening game based on Ourselves / Me and linked to Jobs/Occupation/Community. The aim of the game is for children to describe a character in detail for the other team to locate the character on their board and give a grid reference. Add timers for more excitement and challenge. The full instructions are included. There are 3 sets of card boards. A and B show the same 20 colour pictures. These are jumbled up on Board B. Similarly, C and D are same, as are E and F boards.
Make CVC Words with Letters and Symbols
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Make CVC Words with Letters and Symbols

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A Letters and Sounds Phonics resource using S, A, T, P, I and N and making CVC words. There are 8 worksheets in colour and these are duplicated in black and white. Each worksheet is an activity in itself. Children trace the letters of the CVC words, cut them out and order them to make the word related to the picture. All the letters can be cut out, jumbled and children can make as many words as they can using the pictures to guide them. Laminate the colour cards and letters to make games of matching and making CVC words. The words included are sat, tap, pin, pan, pat, tin, tip, tan and sip.
Me and My Feelings SEND and KS1
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Me and My Feelings SEND and KS1

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*Licenced to use, produce and sell resources using Boardmaker symbols. A resource designed with SEND pupils in mind that works well too, for KS1 children. Links to PSHE, Me, Ourselves, Emotions, Anti - Bullying week, Behaviour Management, Communication, as well as speaking and listening, reading and writing. Sheet 1 shows 24 colour pictures with emotion words written above. Sheet 2 shows 24 black and white pictures with words around it. Pupils can identify the facial expressions and find the correct matching words. There is more than one option for this e.g. glad and happy might apply equally well to the same picture. Sheets 3 -8, each show 4 black and white pictures and children can write a word, phrase or sentence to describe the feelings or emotions.
6 Hand Writing Skills Food Sheets SEND
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6 Hand Writing Skills Food Sheets SEND

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A set of 6 sheets with a food theme where children can practice their fine motor skills and colour in the pictures. Ice Cream Fruit Vegetables Cakes Party Food Christmas Food
15 Handwriting Patterns to Trace EYFS
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15 Handwriting Patterns to Trace EYFS

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15 worksheets for children to use to practice their handwriting and fine motor control. Each sheet has a different theme. Laminate and use with dry markers in your writing corner too.
Sensory Treasure Boxes for SEN and EYFS Learners
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Sensory Treasure Boxes for SEN and EYFS Learners

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Here are 22 ideas for making sensory boxes or baskets on a range of themes including: Wooden objects Natural objects Shiny objects Smelly things Autumn box Baby box and many more Sensory treasure boxes enable children to explore and use their senses to find out about the world. Although the boxes are superb for young children, please remember to choose objects that pose no safety risk to children such as sharp objects. I like to add photographs of the objects and or pictures for children to match and talk about.
Transport Activities with Symbols
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Transport Activities with Symbols

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This “Transport Symbols” resource is tailored to engage SEND, EYFS, and KS1 children. The resource provides opportunities for children to recognise different vehicles, understand their environments, and engage in creative play. It encompasses hands-on activities, from colouring and sticking to collaborative group tasks and imaginative play. There is a planning sheet which sets out 5 different activities, lists resources needed, gives objectives and step by step guides for children / teachers. There are 4 black and white worksheets and 4 in colour. There is also a blank template which is included in the planned activities. Each worksheet contains 13 picture symbols of types of transport. Boardmaker licenced.
Let's Talk about the Weather Symbol Boards
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Let's Talk about the Weather Symbol Boards

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A black and white and colour version of this weather board is included. The boards are a useful visual aid to support children / pupils with their speaking and listening and communication as well as writing about the weather. *PCS Licenced - Boardmaker symbols
Winter Labels to Read Write and Label
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Winter Labels to Read Write and Label

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*Licenced PCS to use Boardmaker symbols. A set of 32 Winter symbols on small cards or labels for children to read, trace, write / label / colour in. Each design is in colour and black and white. Page 1 - Shows the symbols with space for children to write the words. Page 2 - Shows dotted words and symbols for children to trace over. Page 3 - Shows words and symbols for children to read. Links to weather, seasons and clothing. Duplicate and laminate the cards for matching and sorting games.
Learn Outdoors Worksheets and Symbols
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Learn Outdoors Worksheets and Symbols

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*Licenced to use, produce and sell resources using Boardmaker symbols. A resource for SEN children, also suitable for EYFS and KS1. Link with your science lessons and/or outdoor learning. There are 3 worksheets where children name and label the pictures and then write a sentence 1.Outdoors 2. Flowers and Plants 3. In the Garden Included is a set of Boardmaker symbols in colour and the same in black and white. Add these to brighten up your displays, for speaking and listening and for use as flashcards. Laminate and use in the outdoor learning space.
Flowers and Plants Symbols
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Flowers and Plants Symbols

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3 pages of flashcards related to flowers and plants. The pages can be used as worksheets or cut into 8 flashcards. Each card shows a symbol such as roots or leaves and asks children to trace over the words and colour in the pictures. Once the children have completed the activity you could add the cards for displays, visual aids, or use in nature trails or scavenger hunts. Links to your Science, nature or outdoor learning topics and suitable for EYFS/KS1 and SEND pupils. Also link to National Plant a Flower Day on March 12th. Boardmaker licenced.
Food Bumper Resource Pack with Symbols
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Food Bumper Resource Pack with Symbols

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The "Food Bumper Resource Pack " is tailored for educators working with SEND, KS1, and EYFS children. The resource pack aligns with a thematic focus on Food , and its cross-curricular connections. Use as a unit of work or dip into the resources for relevant lessons. Contents of the Resource Pack: 3 Planning Sheets Objectives: Clearly defined goals to ensure structured and purposeful learning. Resources: A list of required materials and tools for each activity. Activity Descriptions: Step-by-step breakdowns for each learning activity. Adult Support Needed: Guidelines on how staff can aid and facilitate each activity. 10 Activity Ideas: These include links with a range of subjects e.g. Science: Hot and cold, the sense of taste, as well as Plants. Literacy: Phonics, speaking and listening, and storytelling exercises revolving around food themes. Mathematics: Practical applications e.g. money through buying and selling food items. 80 Colour Picture Symbols: Symbols related to food, ready to be cut out. They can be laminated for durability and for reuse in various activities and games. Worksheets: These are designed to align with the activity ideas and includes a bingo template. The inclusion of symbols and visual aids caters to a diverse range of learning styles, ensuring that children with SEND can equally benefit and engage with the content. Boardmaker licenced.
40 Class Photo Card/Class Labels
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40 Class Photo Card/Class Labels

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There are 40 ( mainly ) photos of classroom equipment, toys, resources and stationery. Use as labels or flashcards. Can be cut down to the size you require for your boxes and trays. Add to displays too. Great to help children become independent at finding and tidying away equipment. Good to show as a speaking and listening activity on the Smart Board. Works well for children with special needs who may more readily recognise photographs.
Blending Sk and Sc Worksheets KS1
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Blending Sk and Sc Worksheets KS1

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A phonics and spelling resource for KS1 and /or SEN children. Here is a colour worksheet and 3 black and white worksheets for children to practice writing the blends Sk and Sc and finishing /writing the words to go with the pictures. The final page is a table with all the words to support children with their writing as needed.
Label the Animals Worksheet EYFS KS1
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Label the Animals Worksheet EYFS KS1

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A colour worksheet where children name and label the animals. There is a word bank included to support children that need it. There are 15 animals to name and label.