The first in my series of Explorers and Navigators resources for KS1/2. I have written the story of Christopher Columbus in a child friendly vocabulary, outlining his life, his travel to Spain and then west across the Atlantic Ocean. I have included a PDF filewhich can be printed as individual workbooks and a powerpoint presentation for discussion about the topic.There are comprehension questions, writing activities, some grammar, a ship's log entry and a story planning sheet. I have also included some word maps which could be printed out for teacher display boards. A super original resource for Columbus Day or discoverers

A 32 page PDF file for KS1or Lower KS2, based on Enid Blyton’s Book The Enchanted Wood. This can be used for differentation if printed out as separate worksheets or can be given to the children as complete workbooks. There are a variety of writing and drawing tasks including, poetry writing, descriptive and imaginative writing, recall of parts of the story, character studies and sentence construction. There is also a sheet involving speech marks. Children are asked to write a review of the book. Science is also included, senses, solids and liquids, animals and the habitat Woods. Children are asked to use the Internet to find out facts about the author. A great resource saving teacher preparation time.

Slow writers? The children will love this resource. I have included a PDF file and Powerpoint Presentation for classroom discussion. There is a printable workbook with pictures and ideas for imaginative and descriptive writing. Stimulating creative writing for KS1 and poorer KS2. Topics include: imagine you are on a train, a plane and a ship what can you see?:- writing lists imagine you are a superhero what are your powers?:- thinking skills imagine you are a leaf falling from a tree tell me what happens next?:-inanimate objects imagine you are a spaceman what food and drink will you have?:- writing lists imagine you are a fairy on top of a Christmas tree what can you see,?:- imaginative writing who lives in a house like this and what is it made from?:- thinking skills and materials for science imagine you are a caterpillar, tell me your life story.:- Science life cycles Great for differentation and for the less able pupils. imagine living in a house like this, imagine being a monster andlots more.

An original story written for Early Years and KS1 outlining events for Holy Week. A PDF file and powerpoint presentation. Can be used in a number of ways. 1.Class assembly with children reading each daily entry while others perform role play activities. 2. A guided reading activity or a mini class novel 3. A printed workbook as there are activity pages included Consists of story pages, writing and drawing activities, a word mat , a timeline from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday

This is a pdf file of original poems for KS2. The poems must be read and then each one has an analysis sheet and a written activity to be completed by the pupil. The poems included are about seasons, cities, rivers, shoes and trees. The pupils are asked to answer comprehension questions, use dictionaries to find meanings of words, create their own poems and look for types of words. The workbook may be printed out as a complete workbook or as individual poetry exercises.

This 22 page PDF file is ideal for follow up work after reading Who Let The Gods Out by Maz Evans.There are a selection of writing, drawing and research tasks all in black and white. These tasks can be printed out individually for differentation or as a complete workbook for each child. They have a similar format to my Roald Dahl resources. Activities include: Descriptive and creative writing, creating poetry, writing news broadcast scripts, diary entries, book reviews, favourite characters and research skills working with a partner to create factfiles. A fact sheet all about Zeus is included with vocabulary tasks attached. There are also a couple of drawing activities for the less able child.I have also included a powerpoint.

An 18 page workbook suitable for KS1/2 on conflict with peers. This could be given as an individual workbook or used with groups for differentation. It would also be good as a starter for World Conflict Issues. Includes: Definition of conflict Describe a conflict they have had with someone in the past. How did they resolve the conflict? Why is it important to talk and listen to others? Ways to resolve conflict. Fun Activity Conflict in Fairytales. I have also included a powerpoint presentation

The 2nd Resource in my Explorers and Navigators resources for KS1/2. I have written the story ofCaptain James Cook in a child friendly vocabulary, outlining his life, his travel to Tahiti and then his discovery of Australia. I have included a PDF file which can be printed as individual workbooks and a powerpoint presentation for discussion about the topic.There are comprehension questions, writing activities, some grammar, a ship's log entry and a story planning sheet. I have also included some word maps which could be printed out for teacher display boards.

Finished the novel? Need a display put up? This resource covers everything from writing legends to finding facts in the novel itself. It’s a 27 page workbook, mainly in black and white which can be printed out as a complete booklet or as individual sheets. A powerpoint presentation has been included to be used during classroom discussion time. There are a variety of writing and drawing activities including internet research, book reviews, vocabulary and dictionary tasks, themes, character studies, descriptive and imaginary writing tasks and designing a new cover for the novel.

Two files included a PDF file and a powerpoint presentation suitable for KS1 and Lower KS2 about mini-beasts found in various habitats. The PDF file can be printed out as individual workbooks for each child. I have included Science activities, literacy activities and a mathematical activity. The Powerpoint could be used with groups.

Looking for Mindset stories for PSHE? This original set of three stories written by me is a great 26 page resource. It consists of three very different animal stories. Each story has an element of being unable to do well in a particular thing. There are question sheets to discuss or writwe answers to. The stories can be read to the children as a talking and listening lesson or can be printed out to use with three different groups to read and discuss. The animals are Marley the monkey who can't swing, Benjamin Bunny who can't hop and Freda Flatfish who has a talent she didn't know about. Very suitable for EYFS and KS1.

This PDF File and presentation will be very useful to KS1 as an assembly idea or as a class story linked to fables as there is a moral in the story. The two characters in the story are a spider and a little bug, the setting is in a cornfield. The bug warns the spider that the farmer will be coming soon to gather the crop. I won't tell you the rest as I don't want to spoil it for you! The story is adapted from one I read and I have rewritten it myself in child friendly vocabulary. There are a set of discussion questions which will be good for talking and listening sessions after the children have either read or heard the story.

A great new resource to be used to promote positivity within the classroom. 20 pages which can be used as individual worksheets or in booklet form. There are included display pages in colour with positive vocabulary. There are quotes for class or group discussion. A weekly learning reflection. Instead of saying--- i could say--- I believe in myself because I can Goals for the year Design a Growth Mindset Poster

This resource is a workbook of 30 pages with writing and drawing activities to use alongside the reading of EB White's Charlotte's Web. It is suitable for Upper Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. It can be printed in black and white as individual sheets or as a workbook for the entire class. It includes writing diary entries, character profiles, descriptions, newspaper articles, persuausive writing, letters and poems. There are also a few comprehension questions, vocabulary tasks and internet research tasks. Design a poster and draw the characters you liked.

To celebrate Roald Dahl and this publication with new illustrations by Quentin Blake I have created this 27 page PDF file. It is a super resource and can be printed out as a complete workbook. It covers characters in the story, writing tasks and drawing activities making it a fun workbook for all the children at different levels of achievement. Tasks include: Internet Research, descriptive and imaginative writing, empathy with the characters, sound words, book reviews, speech writing, sentence construction, a newspaper report and a little bit of Science regarding animals and their sense of smell. Powerpoint also included for class discussion. I will be delighted to have feedback if you purchase this.

Celebrating Roald Dahl in September? Here's a great 16 page workbook as follow up work to the reading of The Magic Finger. Quotes from parts of the novel. Recall facts about the narrator. Retell parts of the story. Scanning the novel for information on characters. Creative writing. SPaG look for spelling mistakes. Science materials to make a nest Arguments for/against Hunting Book reviews. Favourite character Favourite parts of the book Design a cover Write a blurb I have also included a powerpoint presentation.

30 page booklet for Upper KS1 and KS2 based on Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Mr. Fox. This powerpoint and PDF file can be printed out as individual worksheets or as a complete workbook for the entire class. The resource is in black and white with a coloured front cover. There are a variety of activities which can be given to all children therefore it is great for differentation. Would be very useful when doing guided reading. The activities included are: descriptive writing, plurals, diminutives, poetry writing, book reviews, drawing and labelling activities, letter writing, favourite character and reasons why, themes in the novel, characteristics of the characters, discussion around quotes from the novel, internet research, vocabulary exercises, conflict Man v Nature. Might be useful for World Book Day.

Here’s a freebie! A 10 page pdf file to be printed out. Includes examples of my PSHE worksheets which I have used at the start of the year for display purposes and transition activities. These are examples taken from a few of my PSHE resources which Tes have recommended. I hope your classes enjoy using them and don’t forget to give me feed back.

I am offering this selection of resources as a freebie to give you an insight into the type of resources I create. I am a published author of poetry and short stories. This PDF file will give you an overall picture of the resources which have been recommended by TES and other teachers. I hope you like this and will review my work.

A free resource for everyone in KS1 with a few examples of worksheets for Literacy and Numeracy. These are just samples to let you see the type of graphics and language I use and to celebrate my last year in successfully writing resources for TES. Enjoy.