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After 19 years at the chalk face, I have a very good idea of what works and what doesn't. The resources in my shop have all been designed and used by me throughout my career and have been tested on live children (none of whom were injured in the process) If you'd like to see a resource I haven't yet uploaded, please let me know as I probably have something useful tucked away (but bear with me, as I still work full time and we all know how many hours that means!)

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After 19 years at the chalk face, I have a very good idea of what works and what doesn't. The resources in my shop have all been designed and used by me throughout my career and have been tested on live children (none of whom were injured in the process) If you'd like to see a resource I haven't yet uploaded, please let me know as I probably have something useful tucked away (but bear with me, as I still work full time and we all know how many hours that means!)
4 Phonics Workbooks and 20 Y1 Phonics Screening Checks
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4 Phonics Workbooks and 20 Y1 Phonics Screening Checks

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20 phonics screening check (a combination of real words and pseudo words) which replicate the Y1 phonics screening check. 4 Phonics work booklets which contain activities and resources aimed at promoting good phonic development and awareness - they could either be used in the classroom or sent home as homework.
Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Materials
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Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Materials

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6 VCOP based worksheets all using the theme of 'Materials' The worksheets consist of the following: A detailed reading comprehension A 'choose the correct spelling' activity (with answers for self-marking) A cloze procedure activity (with answers) Dictionary and thesaurus work on the vocabulary used in the topic A punctuation activity (with answers) A final comprehension activity - use the facts covered to produce a 'fact file' of top 10 facts from the topic
KS1 Resource Pack
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KS1 Resource Pack

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A collection of some of my KS1 materials which comprises the following: 126 conversation starters for children 4 comprehensive phonics workbooks and 20 Y1 Phonics Screening checks 2 classroom resource packs for 5 little ducks and 5 currant buns 158 common exception word flash cards KS1 numeracy mat to support developing maths skills A collection of times table activity worksheets for 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x and 6x tables
126 Conversation Starters for Children
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126 Conversation Starters for Children

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A set of 126 different thought-provoking open-ended conversation starters designed to promote good speaking and listening skills. The slips can be cut out and placed in a box for PSHE work or the PowerPoint could be used to stimulate short, persuasive writing tasks or class-based discussions and debates.
Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Human Respiratory System
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Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Human Respiratory System

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6 VCOP based worksheets all using the theme of 'The Human Respiratory System' The worksheets consist of the following: A detailed reading comprehension A 'choose the correct spelling' activity (with answers for self-marking) A cloze procedure activity (with answers) Dictionary and thesaurus work on the vocabulary used in the topic A punctuation activity (with answers) A final comprehension activity - use the facts covered to produce a 'fact file' of top 10 facts from the topic
Science- based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Human Digestive System
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Science- based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Human Digestive System

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6 VCOP based worksheets all using the theme of 'The Human Digestive System' The worksheets consist of the following: A detailed reading comprehension A 'choose the correct spelling' activity (with answers for self-marking) A cloze procedure activity (with answers) Dictionary and thesaurus work on the vocabulary used in the topic A punctuation activity (with answers) A final comprehension activity - use the facts covered to produce a 'fact file' of top 10 facts from the topic
Summer Reading Challenge
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Summer Reading Challenge

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A super reading challenge to keep children engaged with their reading books over the long holiday. A full set of instructions, 48 different activities to try, from redesigning the book's cover, to making a den and reading in it. Also included is a bar chart to help the children log their progress (every activity has a points value). All you need to do is supply some paper (and possibly a folder) encourage them to read, bribe them with a small prize and then off they go!
100 Happy Things - Summer Holidays
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100 Happy Things - Summer Holidays

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126 different ideas to keep children busy over the summer. The activities range from 'learn to juggle' to 'hide a note for someone you love' to 'write your name in the sand or mud' Children should choose up to 100 of their favourites (blanks supplied for them to write their own) and stick on a large piece of paper (title also supplied). They then have a list of boredom busters and, at the end of the holidays, a record of all the things they've done. Ideal end of term filler activity to keep them busy in a positive way!
Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Magnets
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Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Magnets

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6 VCOP based worksheets all using the theme of 'Magnets' The worksheets consist of the following: A detailed reading comprehension A 'choose the correct spelling' activity (with answers for self-marking) A cloze procedure activity (with answers) Dictionary and thesaurus work on the vocabulary used in the topic A punctuation activity (with answers) A final comprehension activity - use the facts covered to produce a 'fact file' of top 10 facts from the topic
Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Comprehension Worksheets - Friction & Resistance
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Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Comprehension Worksheets - Friction & Resistance

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6 VCOP based worksheets all using the theme of 'Friction & Resistance' The worksheets consist of the following: A detailed reading comprehension A 'choose the correct spelling' activity (with answers for self-marking) A cloze procedure activity (with answers) Dictionary and thesaurus work on the vocabulary used in the topic A punctuation activity (with answers) A final comprehension activity - use the facts covered to produce a 'fact file' of top 10 facts from the topic
Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Mammals
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Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Mammals

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6 VCOP based worksheets all using the theme of 'Mammals' The worksheets consist of the following: A detailed reading comprehension A 'choose the correct spelling' activity (with answers for self-marking) A cloze procedure activity (with answers) Dictionary and thesaurus work on the vocabulary used in the topic A punctuation activity (with answers) A final comprehension activity - use the facts covered to produce a 'fact file' of top 10 facts from the topic
Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Reptiles
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Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Reptiles

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6 VCOP based worksheets all using the theme of 'Reptiles' The worksheets consist of the following: A detailed reading comprehension A 'choose the correct spelling' activity (with answers for self-marking) A cloze procedure activity (with answers) Dictionary and thesaurus work on the vocabulary used in the topic A punctuation activity (with answers) A final comprehension activity - use the facts covered to produce a 'fact file' of top 10 facts from the topic
Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - The Nervous System
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Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - The Nervous System

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6 VCOP based worksheets all using the theme of 'The Nervous System' The worksheets consist of the following: A detailed reading comprehension A 'choose the correct spelling' activity (with answers for self-marking) A cloze procedure activity (with answers) Dictionary and thesaurus work on the vocabulary used in the topic A punctuation activity (with answers) A final comprehension activity - use the facts covered to produce a 'fact file' of top 10 facts from the topic
Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Micro-organisms
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Science-based KS2/KS3 VCOP/Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Micro-organisms

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6 VCOP based worksheets all using the theme of 'Micro-organisms' The worksheets consist of the following: A detailed reading comprehension A 'choose the correct spelling' activity (with answers for self-marking) A cloze procedure activity (with answers) Dictionary and thesaurus work on the vocabulary used in the topic A punctuation activity (with answers) A final comprehension activity - use the facts covered to produce a 'fact file' of top 10 facts from the topic
KS1 Phonics Booklet (2)
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KS1 Phonics Booklet (2)

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An engaging and valuable resource to develop phonics in the FS/KS1 classroom. This booklet is full of useful resources and could be used for group/targeted work in the classroom or sent home for homework tasks. Booklet consists of the following: Full instructions for using the resources (useful if the booklet is sent home) Instructions for using the resources CVC Matching Game - join the picture and sound Initial Blends Sheets x 5 worksheets Missing Short Vowel Sounds cards/matching pictures Word Building Game Phase 3 Decodable Word Pairs Phase 5 High Frequency Word Pairs Initial Blend Game: ‘br’, ‘pr’, ‘dr’ Rhyming Words Game Other Suggested Activities to further support phonic development (useful if the booklet is being sent home)
KS1 Phonics booklet
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KS1 Phonics booklet

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An engaging and valuable resource to develop phonics in the FS/KS1 classroom. This booklet is full of useful resources and could be used for group/targeted work in the classroom or sent home for homework tasks. Booklet consists of the following: Full instructions for using the resources (useful if the booklet is sent home) The Alphabet - trace the letters Letter Flash Cards - letter and picture to play matching games or fishing game. Initial Sounds worksheets x 4 Initial Sounds Matching Game - letters and pictures Consonant Blend Matching Game - letters and pictures Final Sounds - two worksheets Initial Sounds Identification/Assessment Letter Fans Other Suggested Activities (to support further development, again useful if the booklet is being sent home)