Here you'll find a variety of activities designed to spark curiosity, support early development, and make learning fun. From story-inspired worksheets to fine motor tasks, classroom display pieces, and keepsakes like certificates and cards — each resource is made with love, care, and first-hand classroom experience. My aim is always to help teachers, TAs, and parents support children in meaningful and creative ways. I hope you find something here to bring joy and inspiration to your setting!
Here you'll find a variety of activities designed to spark curiosity, support early development, and make learning fun. From story-inspired worksheets to fine motor tasks, classroom display pieces, and keepsakes like certificates and cards — each resource is made with love, care, and first-hand classroom experience. My aim is always to help teachers, TAs, and parents support children in meaningful and creative ways. I hope you find something here to bring joy and inspiration to your setting!
Tad by Benji Davies – Early Years Maths and Literacy Activity Pack
Dive into learning with this engaging resource pack inspired by the charming story Tad by Benji Davies. Follow Tad the tadpole on his journey to becoming a frog, while developing essential early years skills! This pack includes a variety of fun and educational activities such as:
Lifecycle cut-and-stick to understand growth stages
Ordering by size with hands-on cutting and sticking
Positional language exercises to build spatial awareness
Short sentence writing to encourage early literacy
Counting practice and one less activities
Subitising flashcards, snap game, and matching for number recognition
Sequencing lifecycle flashcards to support story understanding
Perfect for EYFS classrooms or home learning, these activities combine literacy and maths seamlessly through a beloved story theme.
If you love this pack, please leave positive feedback and check out my other themed early years resources.
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A class set of 30 challenge cards to use at forest school or just in your outdoor area, garden or park. The cards can be used to help plan forest school activities by choosing a card a week or you could hand out a card to each child.
These cards can be used as they are or mounted onto card and then laminated to help to make them waterproof and wipeable for outdoor use.
The cards are for a wide range of ages, from early years onwards.
Most activities can be completed independently some with adult help and supervision.
20 Pages of Resources to assist teaching within forest school, all with a natural wood effect.
Resources include-
Forest School Rules
Scavenger Hunts x3
Forest School Award
Forest School Kit List and Summer List
A large wooden block Forest School Sign that can be strung together
Other signs include-
Den building
Mud Kitchen
Building Site
Digging Patch
Natural Play
Bug Hotel
Forest Trail
Pond
Fairy Garden
Music Area
Reading Area
Wellies
Hand Washing
Planting Area
Fire Pit
First Aid
8 cards, which have been banded within the EYFS Development Matters Framework.
The 1st 4 cards have different senses displayed on.
The 2nd 4 cards are different activities you may do within the garden area.
The cards are in A5 approximately, in size.
Print and laminate to help keep them for longer.
3 placemats to use on the table at easter to keep the little ones busy whilst waiting for food or for after they’ve eaten. These we’re very popular this year at our easter breakfast.
Here we have 6 maths resources to use alongside the Easter topic.
5 Easter themed fine motor control worksheets for pencil control.
9 writing frames and an Easter themed word bank.
Ideal for early years.
12 pages of easter crafts, ideal for EYFS or year 1.
Finger puppets, easter baskets, colouring and cards.
13 pages of resources to create a wonderful Easter Egg hunt.
7 Games-
12 Easter Coupons
Easter Egg Hunt Signs
Easter Egg Hunt Certificate
12 Challenge Cards
Easter Egg Hunt Check List
Eggs to hide and build a word x2
Eggs to hide and a board to place found eggs on.
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Complete Anno’s Counting Book Maths Bundle – Flashcards, Worksheets & Activities
Description:
Dive into the world of Anno’s Counting Book with this comprehensive 3-part maths bundle designed for early learners! Covering numbers 0-12 and aligned with White Rose Maths, this set includes:
26 engaging worksheets focusing on number identification and 5 & 10 frames for numbers 0-12.
Flashcards featuring counting elements, numerals, written numbers, and counting blocks alongside beautiful themed illustrations from the book. Perfect size for hands-on learning and easy to print.
A 23-page activity pack with discussion cards on differences and changes, sorting seasons, ordering months, dressing for the weather, and more—ideal for developing math and reasoning skills in a playful, thematic way.
Together, these resources make counting, sorting, and number recognition fun and accessible for young learners.
If you enjoy this bundle, please leave positive feedback—it means a lot! Be sure to explore my other themed worksheets and maths activities.
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Explore the changing seasons and months with this 23-page activity pack inspired by Anno’s Counting Book. Perfect for early years and KS1, these engaging worksheets and discussion cards support observation, sorting, and ordering skills.
Included in the pack:
✔ Discussion cards to talk about differences and changes in nature
✔ Sorting activities by seasons
✔ Ordering the months of the year
✔ Picture sorting to match seasons
✔ Dressing a child appropriately for different weather
✔ Spare month pictures for additional activities or displays
Ideal for linking maths, literacy, and understanding of the natural world in a fun, story-based way.
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CVC Christmas Present Game – Literacy Activity
A festive, phonics-based matching game designed to support early reading and decoding skills.
This resource includes:
14 gift boxes, each labelled with a CVC word
14 matching gift pictures
Children read the word on each box and find the correct picture to place inside. Ideal for developing confidence with segmenting and blending.
Perfect for:
Independent literacy activities
Small group phonics sessions
Continuous provision in EYFS and KS1
Christmas-themed classroom learning
Simply print, cut, and laminate for repeated use.
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Early Years to KS1 Information PowerPoint – 8 Engaging Slides
This 8-page PowerPoint is designed for children in Early Years, Year One, and Year Two, using clear, age-appropriate language and real-life photographs to support understanding.
Perfect for classroom discussions or topic introductions, the slides present simplified information to spark curiosity and support early learning across subjects.
Whether you’re launching a new topic or supporting continuous provision, this PowerPoint provides a visually engaging, child-friendly introduction to the subject.
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Outdoor & Indoor Nature Adventure Activity Pack
This versatile pack includes engaging activities perfect for both outdoor exploration and indoor fun:
Leaf scavenger hunt
Natural objects hunt
Adventure hunt
Colour as you hunt
Minibeast hunt
Leaf colour hunt
Leaf flash cards for pegging (6 cards)
Physical education flashcards (12 cards)
Designed to encourage curiosity, observation, and movement, ideal for early learners.
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King Charles III – A Royal Information Pack for Children (18 Pages)
Explore the life and legacy of the newly appointed King of England with this informative 18-page resource pack, designed especially for children. This easy-to-understand pack introduces young learners to King Charles III through engaging, factual content and simple layout.
Perfect for history topics, British values, coronation events, or royal family projects.
Included in this pack:
Birth
Parents
Grandparents
School
Prince of Wales
Military
Siblings
Children
Wives
Grandchildren
Interests
Author
Heirs
Homes
Passions
King Charles III overview
Family tree
National Anthem
As well as very informative PowerPoint, once printed, this pack is a great addition to classroom displays, guided reading corners, and topic tables. A useful learning tool for early years and KS1/KS2 settings.
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Water Area Display Pack – Raining Ceiling & Umbrella Setup
Bring your water area to life with this creative and engaging display pack! Designed to help create a “raining from the ceiling” effect, this set includes everything you need to transform your space into a captivating and language-rich environment.
Included:
A selection of hand-drawn water-themed pictures
Raindrops containing key vocabulary to match each image
Raindrops designed to be laminated back-to-back and hung from an umbrella or the ceiling for an eye-catching 3D display
This resource is perfect for water play areas in Early Years settings and encourages rich language development while sparking imagination.
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Power Point, based on the book from the series of books; Little People Big Minds.
This 4 page power point, is simple and to the point as to not lose the interest of little ones, as does the book.
This is a free product. I am hoping to create more on the rest of the series so please check back in.
The Last Tree in the City – 33-Page Cross-Curricular Resource Pack (EYFS & KS1)
Inspired by The Last Tree in the City by Peter Carnavas, this carefully designed pack features, hand-drawn illustrations, drawn by myself, to support and enhance the learning experience across literacy, numeracy, PSED, and creative activities.
Suitable for Reception upwards, this 33-page pack includes a wide range of engaging and thought-provoking tasks to deepen children’s understanding of the story’s environmental message and character journey.
Resources include:
Story sequencing
Exploring feelings
Seasons and growth (order by height/growth)
PSED: Who cut the tree? Preferred city? Cheerful places
Labelling activity: Edward saving the tree
Creative: Put yourself in a tree, finger painting, design a poster
Topic links: Why do we need trees? What is the tree now? What is made from a tree?
Literacy: Writing frame, display pictures/flashcards
Numeracy: Numbers to 5, number bonds, repeating patterns, more/less
Maze, season cards, colouring tasks
This pack is ideal for cross-curricular learning and whole-class discussions about nature, emotions, and responsibility.
If you enjoy using this resource, as much as I’ve enjoyed drawing them, I’d love it if you could leave positive feedback – it really supports my work and helps others find it too.
Don’t forget to explore my other story-based and early years resource packs in my shop!
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Father’s Day Shirt & Tie Card Craft – Differentiated Inserts Included
A simple but effective Father’s Day craft activity that children will love making and personalising!
This engaging resource creates a shirt and tie card that can be adapted for different ages and abilities. Ideal for Early Years and Key Stage 1 settings.
What’s included:
Shirt and tie templates
Option to colour or print on coloured paper
Suitable for cutting by adults or children, depending on ability
6 differentiated inserts (3 levels) for writing messages
Plenty of space for children to write on the front or inside the card
Designed to be assembled on a folded A4 sheet (can be trimmed if needed)
Perfect for creating a meaningful keepsake while supporting fine motor skills, creativity, and writing practice.
If you find this resource useful, please leave a positive review – it really helps!
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EYFS Senses and Garden Activities Cards (8 Cards, A5 Size)
Boost early years learning with this vibrant set of 8 cards, fully aligned with the EYFS Development Matters Framework.
First 4 cards: Explore the five senses (sight, hearing, touch, smell).
Next 4 cards: Fun and educational garden activities perfect for outdoor play.
Cards are approximately A5 — easy to handle and ideal for group or individual use. Print and laminate to keep them sturdy for repeated use!
Check out my other engaging EYFS resources to support your teaching and play sessions!
If you find this useful, please leave positive feedback — it really helps me create more quality materials for you!
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12 Pages of Information on Queen Elizabeth II – Early Years (Ages 4-6)
Introduce young learners to the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II with this engaging 12-page information pack, specially designed for early years children (ages 4-6).
Topics covered include:
Years on the throne
When she was born
Her parents
Her husband
Her children
Pets
Favourite animals
Homes
Coronation
Driving
Birthdays
Hobbies
This resource is perfect for EYFS classrooms or home learning, providing simple facts to support curiosity and knowledge about one of Britain’s most iconic figures.
If you find this resource useful, please leave positive feedback and check out my other educational materials!
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Superworm Traditional Bunting Display – Decorative Letter Flags
Elevate your classroom or learning space with this charming traditional bunting featuring letters to spell out Superworm — perfect for creating a vibrant and engaging display!
This resource includes:
Individual letter flags to cut and string together
The exact lettering design used to craft the bunting, ready for easy printing and assembly
Add a touch of Superworm magic to your environment and inspire curiosity and creativity!
If you enjoy this resource, please leave positive feedback to support more creative and engaging learning materials.
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Somebody Swallowed Stanley – 13-Page Educational Resource Pack | Early Years & KS1
Bring the powerful environmental message of Somebody Swallowed Stanley by Sarah Roberts into your classroom with this thoughtfully created 13-page printable activity pack.
Perfect for Early Years and Key Stage 1, this resource pack explores the story of Stanley—a plastic bag mistaken for a jellyfish—and encourages children to engage with important themes like ocean pollution, kindness, consequences, and making thoughtful choices for the planet.
What’s included in this pack?
Ordering the story – support sequencing and comprehension
2x Counting activities – early maths with a meaningful context
Describing activity – build vocabulary and expressive language
2x Feelings pages – explore character emotions and empathy
What would you do? – promote personal response and PSED discussion
Where did Stanley come from? (Prequel writing) – encourage imagination and environmental awareness
Sorting actions – sort helpful vs harmful behaviours
Thought bubbles – explore characters’ perspectives
Repeating patterns – early maths through visual design
Design a jellyfish – creative activity linking art and topic
Ordering by size – comparison and visual reasoning
Why choose this resource?
Supports literacy, maths, PSED, and creative thinking
Reinforces environmental education in a child-friendly way
Ideal for group work, whole-class discussions, or independent activities
This versatile pack can be used across multiple lessons or as a story-themed project day.
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Animal-Themed Screen Viewers | 6 Printable A4 Sheets | Interactive Outdoor and Indoor Activity
Bring exploration and discovery to life with this set of 6 animal-themed screen viewers—a fun, hands-on way for children to engage with different animal environments!
Each A4 sheet features a large magnifying glass graphic, with a cut-out circular ‘glass’ window so children can peek through while spotting animals. Below the magnifying glass are 6 pictures of animals specific to the theme for children to find.
Included themes:
Pets
Farm
Zoo
Aquarium
Reptile
Sea Life
How to use:
Print and laminate for durability
Cut out the circular magnifying glass window on each sheet
Children use the viewers to focus their attention and try to spot all the animals pictured
Great for developing observation skills, vocabulary, and knowledge of animal habitats
Perfect for:
EYFS and KS1
Classroom learning and indoor discovery stations
Outdoor activities and nature walks
Science and animal topics
Early years play and investigation
Explore my shop for more early years nature and animal-themed resources.
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Nature Hunt Screens – Outdoor Exploration Activity | 6 Themes | EYFS
Take your learning outside with these fun and engaging Nature Hunt Screens – the perfect companion for a nature walk or forest school session!
This pack includes 6 themed nature hunt sheets, each designed to encourage children to explore the natural world around them. Each sheet features a large magnifying glass graphic (with a cut-out centre for children to peek through!) and 6 picture prompts along the bottom of items to spot during the walk.
Themes include:
Birds
Seeds
Flowers
Bugs
Ponds
Wildlife
How to use:
Print and laminate for durability outdoors
Cut out the centre of the magnifying glass so children can “look through” it while exploring
Encourage children to tick off or point to the things they find
Great for promoting observational skills, discussion, and environmental awareness
Perfect for:
EYFS and KS1
Forest school and outdoor learning
Science and nature topics
Group or individual activities
Seasonal walks and scavenger hunts
If you like this resource, don’t forget to explore my other outdoor learning and early years topic packs.
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