Welcome to Mr G's Resource Tree, your hub for proven, research-backed teaching resources, designed to make educators' lives easier and enhance children's learning worldwide. With many resources available for FREE, I'm dedicated to accessibility and making a positive impact on education. Explore today and join us in transforming teaching and learning.
Welcome to Mr G's Resource Tree, your hub for proven, research-backed teaching resources, designed to make educators' lives easier and enhance children's learning worldwide. With many resources available for FREE, I'm dedicated to accessibility and making a positive impact on education. Explore today and join us in transforming teaching and learning.
NEW RESOURCE ALERT!
2022 SATs Reasoning Adapted Questions
From Mr Gâs Resource Tree
Help your pupils grow in confidence and sharpen their reasoning skills with our latest KS2 SATs preparation tool!
This online resource breaks down the 2022 SATs Reasoning paper, tackling one question at a time â followed by a cleverly adapted practice question designed to help children:
Understand the skill behind the question
Practice that skill in a supported way
Build confidence with SATs-style problems
Whether youâre a teacher looking for targeted revision or a parent supporting at home, this resource is perfect for making reasoning more manageable and meaningful!
Real questions. Adapted practice. Confident learners.
Available now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree
NEW! PICK AND MIX STORIES!
Over 200 exciting story combinations to spark imagination in your classroom!
Say goodbye to blank-page syndrome! With PICK AND MIX STORIES!, your class becomes part of the storytelling magic. Simply choose a setting, a character, and a special item⌠and BOOM â a unique short story appears, ending on a cliffhanger that leaves your writers itching to finish the tale.
Perfect for inspiring:
Creative writing
Story planning
Oral storytelling
Group discussion
Literacy warm-ups
With over 200 mix-and-match story prompts, every lesson can begin with something fresh, fun, and full of potential.
Let the stories begin.
Let the writing flow.
Let imaginations soar!
Try PICK AND MIX STORIES! today â your next writing adventure is just one click away.
SAMPLE TOP TRUMPS LINK:
/teaching-resource/resource-13245927
Football Player Top Trumps â Times Tables Edition!
Now available at Mr Gâs Resource Tree!
Get ready to bring world-class talent to your classroom with our Football Player Top Trumps! Featuring legendary players like Messi, Ronaldo, Maradona, Neymar, MbappĂŠ, and many more!
Each pack is designed to supercharge your childrenâs times tables fluency â all while having fun with their favourite footballers!
Choose from packs for:
2x ⢠3x ⢠4x ⢠5x ⢠6x ⢠7x ⢠8x ⢠9x ⢠10x ⢠11x ⢠12x
Mixed Times Tables and Squared Times Tables packs!
Perfect for warm-ups, small groups, and maths stations.
Boost engagement.
Build number confidence.
Score big on learning!
Grab your packs now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree and turn maths time into match time!
Discover Key Stage 2 poems to prepare for the end of year SATs assessments!
This bundle includes:
Five comprehensions that include retrieval, inference, vocabulary and author choice questions!
A summary of the imaginary in each poem and summaries of the meaning of each stanza and the overall message!
High quality designs for each poem that can be used for displays and also replicates the presentation of SATs!
The poems included in this bundle are:
Beyond the Stars
The Magic Within
The Watchful Wings
The Scars of War
The Shape of Grief
Prepare your children to succeed in their SATs assessments, engage them in a world of creativity and imagination!
For more high quality resources, check out my online store: /teaching-resources/shop/shaneginder
28 Biography Comprehensions for Lower KS2!
Looking for a fun and engaging way to test comprehension skills? Or looking for some higher level texts to inspire your childrenâs biography writing? Our Lower Key Stage 2 Biography Comprehensions are perfect for:
Retrieval, inference, vocabulary, and author choice questions
Exposing children to higher-level vocabulary (with a handy glossary!)
Boosting reading confidence with inspiring real-life stories
Featuring 28 influential figures, including:
Sports legends: Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, David Beckham, Lewis Hamilton, The Rock, Maradona
Music & entertainment icons: Bob Marley, Michael Jackson, Ed Sheeran, Charlie Chaplin, KSI
Innovators & leaders: Steve Jobs, Barack Obama, Tim Berners-Lee, Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King
Historical figures: Queen Elizabeth II, Queen Victoria, Julius Caesar, Marie Curie, Tutankhamun, Amelia Earhart
Authors & creatives: William Shakespeare, Jacqueline Wilson, David Walliams
Perfect for classrooms, home learning, and tutoring! Get your pack today and watch young readers thrive!
Available now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree!
Turn Learning Into a Hit with Number Bond Songs!
Make number bonds unforgettable with this innovative PowerPoint resource that pairs math learning with chart-topping music hits! Perfect for classrooms, this tool brings energy, rhythm, and fun to mastering number bonds. Say goodbye to dull drills and hello to singing, clapping, and learning together!
Whatâs Inside?
Hit Song Mashups
Weâve remixed worldwide favorites into catchy math anthems:
âRockinâ Robinâ by The Jackson Five: Tap into number bonds to 10 with a toe-tapping groove!
âUptown Funkâ by Bruno Mars: Bust a move while mastering number bonds to 20.
âParty Rock Anthemâ by LMFAO: Keep the party going with number bonds to 50.
âWake Me Up Before You Go-Goâ by Wham!: Dance your way to number bonds to 100!
Video Demonstrations
Watch and sing along! Each song comes with a lively video demo showcasing the lyrics and beats in action, making it easy for kids (and teachers!) to join in.
Interactive Fun
Encourage students to sing, clap, and even create their own number bond lyrics. The slides include fill-in-the-blank challenges, rhythm exercises, and group activities to keep everyone engaged.
Why It Works
Learning Made Memorable
Music helps concepts stick! The combination of rhythm, repetition, and melody turns number bonds into an unforgettable experience.
Boosts Engagement
Popular songs kids already love make learning feel like a celebration, not a chore.
Teacher-Approved and Kid-Tested
Tried in real classrooms, this resource has been a game-changer for making math lessons exciting and impactful.
Ready to Transform Your Classroom?
This resource is perfect for teachers who want to make math magical. Watch as your students sing their way to success, building confidence and fluency in number bonds with every beat!
Get the resource today and let the learning (and dancing) begin!
Check out my other resources here at Mr Gâs Resource Tree: /teaching-resources/shop/shaneginder
Carry on the Story! Exciting Prediction Lessons for Young Writers!
Looking for a fun and interactive way to improve childrenâs prediction skills? Our brand-new âCarry on the Storyâ lessons are designed to spark imagination, promote oracy, and bring storytelling to life!
Whatâs Included?
Four thrilling predictive texts to engage young learners:
A Mysterious Treasure Map â Where will the X lead?
A Magic Mirror - What secrets lie beyond the glass?
Mysterious Footprints - Who (or what) left them behind?
A Friendly Ghost - Can they uncover the ghostâs secret?
Perfect for:
Developing prediction skills through exciting twists
Encouraging discussion and boosting confidence in speaking
Bringing stories to life in exhilarating drama lessons
Creating endless storytelling possibilities!
Give your learners the power to predict, imagine, and create!
Available now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree!
Make Times Tables Fun & Interactive!
Learn Math Through Music
Are you ready to turn math practice into playtime? Introducing Time Table Songs, where popular childrenâs songs meet interactive learning! Your child can now memorise times tables effortlessly through catchy tunes and engaging activities.
Whatâs Included?
Fun & familiar melodies like:
Frère Jacques
Row Row Row Your Boat
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
We Wish You A Merry Christmas
Jingle Bells
Heâs Got The Whole World In His Hands
Interactive Learning: Tutorial videos are included to support classroom delivery! Number can be covered to test the childrenâs memory!
Donât waitâmake math fun today!
Check out my other resources here at Mr Gâs Resource Tree: /teaching-resources/shop/shaneginder
Approved History Flashbacks!
Engage young historians with our History Flashbacks - the ultimate tool for reinforcing key knowledge from Years 1 to 6! The flashbacks are also EDITABLE! Designed to help children know more and remember more, these flashbacks cover:
Last Lesson
Last Term
Last Year
Random Question
Build strong chronological understanding
Make powerful historical connections (e.g., linking the Egyptians to the Romans!)
Save time on planning - ready-to-use, research-backed and packed with substantive knowledge & concepts!
Check out the video to see the fantastic flashbacks in action!
Empower your children with history that sticks!
Get your set today!
WANTED: Creative Writers!
Help the Police Catch These Unusual Creatures!
Bring writing to life in your Year 1 and Year 2 classroom with this exciting 3-lesson character description pack â tried, tested, and LOVED by learners!
The police are asking for your pupilsâ help! A mysterious video message sets the scene: three strange creatures are on the loose, and we need young writers to help describe them so they can be found!
Each engaging lesson includes:
A child-friendly PowerPoint with a police video briefing
A focus on descriptive writing using fun adjectives for body parts (eyes, ears, tails, feet, and more!)
Adapted worksheets for differentiation
Eye-catching A4 & A3 display resources
Handy word mats to support vocabulary building
This immersive writing unit has been used in real classrooms with brilliant results â children were hooked from the start and produced fantastic descriptive work!
Perfect for building confidence in:
Sentence structure
Vocabulary choice
Character development
Oracy
Are your pupils ready to become detective writers?
Let the investigation begin!
CHECK OUT OUR FREE Y1 AND 2 KNOWLEDGE ORGANISERS HERE: /teaching-resource/y1-and-2-maths-custom-made-knowledge-organisers-for-children-teachers-and-parents-for-free-13009139
Introducing âYear 3 and 4 Math Knowledge Organisers,â expertly crafted by a dedicated mathematics specialist. This invaluable resource is your one-stop solution for mastering Year 3 and 4 math concepts. Designed for children, parents and teachers alike, these organisers cover everything you need to know in maths at this crucial stage.
For children, these organisers provide a clear and engaging overview of key math topics, making learning fun and accessible. Parents can use these resources to support their childâs learning journey at home, while teachers will find them invaluable for planning and delivering high-quality math lessons.
Whatâs included:
Place value
Addition and subtraction (including number bond songs recorded by myself - I apologise in advance but this should aid teaching pedagogies in school!)
Multiplication and division
Fractions
Measurement part 1
Statistics
Geometry
Donât miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your childâs math education. Download our Year 3 and 4 Math Knowledge Organisers today and discover the difference they can make.
CHECK OUT OUR FREE Y1 AND 2 KNOWLEDGE ORGANISERS HERE: /teaching-resource/y1-and-2-maths-custom-made-knowledge-organisers-for-children-teachers-and-parents-for-free-13009139
Introducing âYear 5 and 6 Math Knowledge Organisers,â expertly crafted by a dedicated mathematics specialist. This invaluable resource is your one-stop solution for mastering Year 5 and 6 math concepts. Designed for children, parents and teachers alike, these organisers cover everything you need to know in maths at this crucial stage.
For children, these organisers provide a clear and engaging overview of key math topics, making learning fun and accessible. Parents can use these resources to support their childâs learning journey at home, while teachers will find them invaluable for planning and delivering high-quality math lessons.
Donât miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your childâs math education. Download our Year 5 and 6 Math Knowledge Organisers today and discover the difference they can make.
NEW: 10 Weeks of Five Minute Comprehension Starters for Year 1
Perfect for morning work, English warm-ups, or guided reading
This resource provides 10 weeksâ worth of fun, engaging comprehension mini-stories designed specifically for Year 1 learners.
Each short story is:
Just five minutes long
Paired with three focused questions: one retrieval, one inference, and one vocabulary
Crafted to spark imagination and develop early comprehension skills
Featuring exciting titles such as The Magic Crayon, The Marshmallow Moon, The Talking Cupcake, The Tiny Pirate, and many more â these stories are guaranteed to capture childrenâs attention and boost their reading confidence.
Builds key reading comprehension strategies
Encourages vocabulary discussion and oral reasoning
Low-prep and easy to integrate into your weekly routine
Available as a ready-to-use printable pack, ideal for classroom or home learning.
NEW! Emoji Number Bond Top Trumps Bundle
Perfect for making number bonds FUN and MEMORABLE!
Whatâs Inside?
Small Number Bond Top Trump Cards â perfect for quick games & group work!
A4 Emoji Display Cards â brighten up your maths wall with colourful number bonds!
Large Flashcards â great for whole-class chanting and number bond recall!
Ideal for EYFS & KS1 learners
Eye-catching EMOJI theme kids LOVE!
Boost fluency, recall & confidence in number bonds to 10 and 20!
Grab this smiley set and watch your class light up with learning!
Introducing Our FREE Fractions, Decimals & Percentages Poster!
Make learning fractions a breeze with our brand-new educational poster designed to help students master essential mathematical concepts! Our vibrant and informative poster is packed with features to enhance understanding and boost confidence in handling fractions, decimals, and percentages.
What Does the Poster Include?
Fraction Wall - Easily compare different fractions visually to understand their size at a glance.
Number Line - See how fractions fit into the bigger picture and understand their position alongside decimals and percentages.
Denominator Rule - Clearly illustrates how larger denominator numbers result in smaller fractions (when the numerator is 1).
Multiplying for Non-Unit Fractions - Step-by-step guidance on calculating non-unit fractions with ease.
Essential Conversions - Displays common fractions, decimals, and percentage equivalents for quick reference (e.g. 1/2 = 50%, 1/4 = 25%, 1/3 = 33.3%, etc.).
Available Sizes:
A 3 Poster - Perfect for classroom walls.
A 4 Poster - Great for smaller spaces or home learning.
A 5 Poster - Handy reference sheets for student desks or individual handouts.
Best of all⌠it is FREE to download!
Empower your students with the tools they need to succeed in maths. Get your FREE poster now and watch their confidence grow!
Download Today and Transform Your Classroom!
Discover Voices of Strength - A Poem of Courage and Hope
Are you looking for an inspiring read that celebrates resilience, compassion, and inner strength? Voices of Strength is a powerful poem that tells the stories of those who face lifeâs toughest challenges and find the courage to rise again.
Completely FREE!
This moving poem highlights the bravery of those overcoming hardship, the quiet strength of those battling unseen struggles, and the power of kindness in our world. Perfect for classrooms, discussion groups, or anyone seeking a message of hope.
Read it today and be inspired. Together, we are stronger.
Download or access now - FREE for everyone!
REE Love-Themed Poetry Reading Comprehension
Inspire young minds with a beautifully written poetry resource designed to strengthen reading comprehension skills.
At Mr Gs Resource Tree, we believe learning should be engaging and meaningful. That is why we are offering a FREE poetry reading comprehension activity - perfect for ten and eleven year olds preparing for their end of Key Stage 2 assessments.
Boost Reading Skills - Covers retrieval, inference, vocabulary and authors choice
Encourage a Love for Poetry - A heartfelt, rhyming poem with rich imagery
Easy-to-Use - Includes fifteen end of Key Stage 2 assessment -style questions plus a full answer sheet
A poster for display is included!
Download this FREE resource today and help students explore love through the magic of words.
Mr Gs Resource Tree - Helping Young Learners Grow
FREE Poetry Reading Comprehension!
Boost Key Stage 2 Success with Fun & Engaging Practice!
Looking for the perfect way to build confidence in reading comprehension? Mr Gs Resource Tree brings you a FREE poetry-based resource designed to:
Improve retrieval, inference, and vocabulary skills
Develop author choice understanding
Inspire young learners with a motivational, rhyming poem
This completely free resource includes:
A beautifully written poem to encourage learning
Fifteen Key Stage 2 assessment questions covering key comprehension strategies
A full answer sheet for easy marking
A poster for the poem to put up in class
An editable version
Download now for FREE at Mr Gs Resource Tree and help your students shine brighter than the stars!
Mr Gs Resource Tree - Growing Knowledge, One Resource at a Time!
NEW! Chronology Flashback Worksheet!
Strengthen your childrenâs chronological understanding with our latest teaching resource! Designed for Years 1 to 6, this engaging worksheet helps children make sense of history across a wide range of topics, including:
The Ages & Ancient periods
Monarchy & the Roman Empire
Significant Individuals (e.g. Queen Elizabeth I & II, Florence Nightingale)
⌠and much more!
See the bigger picture of history
Reinforce key historical connections
Help children know more & remember more
Perfect for class activities, homework, or quick revision! Download yours today and bring history to life!
Would you like any adjustments to the wording or focus?
Introducing âYear 1 and 2 Math Knowledge Organisers,â expertly crafted by a dedicated mathematics specialist. This invaluable resource is your one-stop solution for mastering Year 1 and 2 math concepts. Designed for children, parents and teachers alike, these organisers cover everything you need to know in maths at this crucial stage.
For children, othese organisers provide a clear and engaging overview of key math topics, making learning fun and accessible. Parents can use these resources to support their childâs learning journey at home, while teachers will find them invaluable for planning and delivering high-quality math lessons.
And the best part? Our Year 1 and 2 Math Knowledge Organisers are completely FREE! We believe that every child deserves access to quality education, which is why weâre proud to offer this resource at no cost.
Whatâs included:
Place value
Addition and subtraction (including number bond songs recorded by myself - I apologise in advance but this should aid teaching pedagogies in school!)
Multiplication and division
Fractions
Measurement part 1
Measurement part 2
A PDF and PowerPoint that can be emailed out to parents which includes all of the knowledge organisers
But why stop there? Explore the other offerings in our tes store for a range of educational resources designed to inspire and empower learners, teachers and parents.
Donât miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your childâs math education. Download our Year 1 and 2 Math Knowledge Organisers today and discover the difference they can make.