We offer an extensive range of engaging resource that are proven to educate learners of various ages and abilities. Our catalogue of workbooks cover an array of subjects including Functional Skills, Maths, English, Digital Skills, Retail, Employability, Social Development and Tutorials.
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We offer an extensive range of engaging resource that are proven to educate learners of various ages and abilities. Our catalogue of workbooks cover an array of subjects including Functional Skills, Maths, English, Digital Skills, Retail, Employability, Social Development and Tutorials.
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The Brain Game series offers a fun and enjoyable way to exercise learner minds and improve Functional Skills using a variety of different puzzles.
Brain Game #6 - Food Match - Learners will be shown a food item, they then need to think of another item that is often paired with that food i.e BREAD & BUTTER.
The aim, however, is not to guess the obvious as you will only earn a point if your chosen food is not revealed, for example if they guessed ‘JAM’ instead.
Extension idea - Learners can earn extra points for as many other suitable and valid alternative food matches
You can use each slide individually as a Starter Activity or Challenge learners to complete all 18.
Two formats are included, PPSX PowerPoint Show & PPTX PowerPoint Presentation, which can be edited, added to or personalised however you want.
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The Brain Game series offers a fun and enjoyable way to exercise learner minds and improve their English and Maths skills using a variety of different puzzles.
Brain Game #5 - Guess the Animals requires learners to identify the animal using the 5 clues. The quicker they guess the correct answer and the fewer clues they use, the more points can be earned.
You can use each slide individually as a Starter Activity or Challenge learners to complete all 18.
Two formats are included, PPSX PowerPoint Show & PPTX PowerPoint Presentation, which can be edited, added to or personalised however you want.
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This 6th series of flashcards focuses on the Plot development.
This set of revision cards is slightly different from the others. The cards look at the ways in which the plot is developed.
Card 1 - The structure - How Shakespeare structures the play to build the tragedy
Cards 2 and 3 - Act 1 - A hero is manipulated
Cards 4 and 5 -Act 2 - The deed is done
Cards 6 and 7 - Act 3 - the agony of conscience and loss of peace of mind
Card 8 and 9 - Act 4 - A climax of tyranny
Card 10 and 11 Act 5 - The outcome
Card 12 – some context
These cards are valuable aids to helping students answer the part of the question where they are asked to relate their analysis of the given quote to other areas of the play.
Other sets available:
Set 1 – The Supernatural
Set 2 – Tragic Hero
Set 3 – Guilt/Anxiety
Set 4 – Ambition
Set 5 – Characterisation
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These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English sessions .
These particular worksheets focus on reading an article based on the growing Seagull problem in the UK and requires learners to demonstrate various English skills and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills required for assessment.
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These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English sessions .
These particular worksheets focus on reading an article based on the growing issue of fizzy drink consumption in the UK and worldwide and requires learners to demonstrate various English and ICT abilities and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills required for assessment.
Please Note: There are various spelling and grammar mistakes in the article that have been placed intentionally for the purpose of the first 2 tasks.
Answers for these tasks are included in the resource on th last page.
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These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills.
The resource can be used effectively in English/Tutorials sessions. It is suitable for Entry Level 3/Level 1 (although lots of scopes to differentiate within the tasks and an Editable Word Doc is Available).
This particular workbook focuses on reading comprehension and includes a fictional football match report. The Learners are set tasks to confirm understanding by answering open questions, determining true, false or unknown information and differentiating between the facts and opinions within the article.
Extension Activity - Learners can re write segments of the report using their own words and terminology and including both fact and opinion. They could also write a report on an actual game that could include their favourite football team.
It requires learners to demonstrate various skills and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills as are necessary for assessment.
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These worksheets have been designed to subtly embed the valuable functional skills learners required to get the most out of education, work and everyday life and to help them function more confidently, effectively and independently.
Each resource has been proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge as well as promoting creativity and individuality.
This particular instalment can be used effectively in Tutorials or Maths sessions.
Each has won the lottery and has £1,000,000 to spend.
Task 1 requires learners to decide on how much of their winnings they would gift, if any, to a charity and/or family and friends. This offers an effective platform for discussion around charities, generosity and their individual value of money.
Task two requires the learner to select from a list of items and how they would spend the remaining money. They will write reasons for their choices and share with the rest of the group, which is a great opportunity for speaking and listening and finding common interests within the group.
Task Three asks the learners to complete a shopping list and to include costs and keep a running total of their remaining balance.
The final objective is to get as close to spending 1,000,000 as possible. Calculator use is down to the discretion of the Tutor and the ability of learners.
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These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills.
The resource can be used effectively in English/Tutorials sessions and also includes an ICT task. It is suitable for Entry Level 3/Level 1 (although lots of scopes to differentiate within the tasks and an Editable Word Doc is Available).
The resource allows the learner to review a Film/TV Show and then showcase their favourite to their group/peers
It requires learners to demonstrate various skills and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills as are necessary for assessment and is broken down into the following tasks:
Task 1 - Various Warm-up activities, including becoming familiar with the work Genre and identifying descriptive words used by critics. Using a process of elimination, learners will select a film or TV Show that they will use for the next task.
Task 2 - Take notes, plan and create a draft review for their chosen Film/ TV Show. Follow the guidance and include all the elements found in a typical review.
Task 3 - Learners can now choose between writing their final review using the template provided or upload to the IMDB (Internet Movie Database) and screenprint as evidence. Clear instructions are given for the latter.
Task 4 - Learners to produce a PPT and deliver their presentation to their group/peers. Examples have been given along with a checklist to ensure all required detail is included.
Extension Activity - Learners can complete a tick list of their favourite ‘Must See’ Films/TV shows and recommend them to friends/family to watch and then individually review.
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This resource looks at one of the world’s most popular messaging applications - WhatsApp. Whether learners are new to WhatsApp or looking to brush up on their basis skills and knowledge, this presentation will guide them through everything they need to know to get started and make the most out of this powerful communication tool.
The ‘Guide Only’ resource and includes a 20 slide stuctured PPT. Tasks and activities can be set separately as tutors see fit. It does include a 10-question multiple choice quiz as a recap (answers included).
Slides cover:
Overview of WhatsApp and its popularity as a messaging app.
Downloading WhatsApp
Setting Up Your Account
Adding Contacts
Starting a Chat
Sending Messages
Sending Voice Memos
Creating Groups
Group Chat Features
Making Calls
Sending Photos and Videos
Status Updates
Managing Notifications
Privacy Settings
How to block and unblock contacts.
How to back up and restore
Security Features
Troubleshooting
Conclusion, Q&A and Quiz
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These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable digital and functional skills. This resource can be used effectively in Animal Care, Tutorials, English, and Maths sessions.
This Animal Care related resource focuses on caring for a new dog. It allows learners to form an understanding of the preparation required before bringing home a new puppy as well as the costs involved.
They are then required to calculate food amounts using three separate scenarios.
The final task calls for learners to search online for 3 high end dog accessories with a £5000 budget.
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PLEASE NOTE: The workbook is a guide only and open to interpretation. Personal knowledge, opinion or information found online may vary.
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These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills.
The particular resource can be used effectively in Tutorials, English and various other sessions. The unit also incorporates ICT with the optional use of Microsoft Excel, Publisher and Word.
The resource focuses on setting lifetime goals in the form of a ‘Bucket List. Learners participate in activities and discussions to help them gain an understanding of how compiling a checklist of goals can promote a real sense of earnestness and determination to achieve them as well as being positively beneficial in keeping life exciting, fun and full of purpose.
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These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills.
This workbook has been put together for with learners to complete prior, during and after watching a football match. It is perfect for the upcoming World Cup in Qatar or could be used for any significant or relevant match in the future.
There are various tasks that include the following:
Researching pre match information
Predicting and estimating in play action
Recording statistics throughout the game.
Converting the date into visual Chart form.
Evaluating the game using fact and opinion in a formal report
The resource incorporates functional skills in English and Maths and even ICT with the optional use of Microsoft Excel and Word.
There is a word Doc available which allows you to convert easily to other sports such as rugby basketball etc.
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This resource is available to download as a PDF file. As mentioned Word versions are available, so feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com
These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills.
The resource can be used effectively in Maths/Tutorials sessions and enables learners to demonstrate various skills and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills as are necessary for assessment.
It is suitable for Entry Level 3/Level 1 (although lots of scopes to differentiate within the tasks and an Editable Word Doc is Available).
In this particular resource learners are set a selection of tasks based on a snack machine image. They are required to answer open questions, perform various Mathematical calculations and determine true, false or unknown information.
Included is an extension task where learners can then design their own snack machine using different items, prices and locations using the templates provided.
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These workbooks are designed to align with UK Functional Skills Maths standards, targeting Entry Level 3 learners with progressive challenges leading up to Level 1. They are proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable in preparation for assessment skills.
In this workbook, learners will meet five football players, each facing a unique challenge. From analysing passing stats to budgeting for matchday gear, learners will apply their maths skills to help these players succeed both on and off the pitch.
Skills covered:
Task 1: Accuracy and Percentages
• Calculating totals from match data
• Finding total successful passes
• Using percentage formulas for success rates
• Comparing accuracy across matches
• Calculating overall percentages and performance
Task 2: Scores, Stats & Averages
• Identifying highest scoring match
• Rounding numbers for estimation
• Totaling goals scored over five matches
• Calculating averages
• Comparing team stats against rivals
Task 3: Sprint Times & Speed
• Finding fastest and slowest sprint
• Ordering data
• Calculating average times
• Applying the speed formula
• Comparing sprint times to a benchmark
Task 4: Budgeting and Discounts
• Identifying most/least expensive items
• Adding totals using decimals
• Rounding prices for estimation
• Determining eligibility for discounts
• Applying percentage discounts and assessing affordability
Task 5: Angles and Elevation
• Identifying angles within an ideal range
• Ordering and comparing angle data
• Estimating shot effectiveness
• Using logic to explore angle elevation in shot scenarios
A bonus “Final Whistle” challenge section pushes learners further with Level 1+ extension questions, and a Reflection activity encourages group discussion on real-world applications of maths in football.
Answers for all the tasks are included in the resource on the final pages.
This resource is available to download as a PDF file and is aimed at around E3 – L1. They can be adapted to suit individual learner needs by requesting a WORD Doc version. Feel free to message me directly for this format at SmartbooksED@outlook.com
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These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English sessions.
This workbook uses the real-life story of the Sycamore Gap tree, a cultural landmark deliberately felled in 2023 to help learners develop essential English skills.
It include 5 engaging tasks including reading comprehension, vocabulary building, formal writing, and group discussion activities. The learners are able to explore themes of emotion, heritage, and justice in a meaningful context.
Perfect for Functional Skills, GCSE prep, or themed English lessons, this workbook builds critical thinking, empathy, and literacy in a real-world way. Ideal for: KS3, KS4, Functional Skills E3-L1, SEND-friendly tasks
Includes:
• Reading comprehension with answers
• Vocabulary extension and synonyms
• Paraphrasing practice
• Formal writing task
• Speaking & Listening group discussion prompts
• Emotional awareness activities
Guided Answers and Example responses for all the tasks are included in the at the end of the workbook.
This resource is available to download as a PDF file and although it is aimed at around E3 -L1, it could be adapted to suit individual learner needs, by requesting a WORD Doc version. Feel free to message me directly for this format at SmartbooksED@outlook.com
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These workbooks are designed to align with UK Functional Skills Maths standards, targeting Entry Level 3 learners with progressive challenges leading up to Level 1. They are proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable in preparation for assessment skills.
This particular workbook focuses on five tasks each centered around a member of the fictional college basketball team, Eastvale Titans ensuring relatable and practical applications of mathematical concepts.
Skills covered:
Tutor - Skills Covered
Task 1: Malik – Accuracy and Percentages
• Calculating totals from multiple data points
• Using percentage formulas
• Comparing percentages to identify best performance
• Calculating overall averages
• Applying reverse percentage logic to predict outcomes
Task 2: Aisha – Team Performance and Averages
• Identifying highest and lowest values
• Rounding numbers for estimation
• Adding and averaging scores
• Comparing averages between teams
• Using algebraic reasoning to find a missing value
Task 3: Zion – Speed and Distance
• Ordering times from fastest to slowest
• Calculating average time
• Applying the speed formula (Speed = Distance ÷ Time)
• Interpreting data to assess performance against a benchmark
• Calculating and comparing differences
Task 4: Chloe – Budgeting
• Estimating using rounded values
• Adding totals using decimals
• Applying percentage discounts
• Comparing total cost before and after discount
• Assessing affordability based on a set budget
Task 5: Marcus – Angles
• Identifying angles within a specific range
• Ordering angles numerically
• Comparing angles to determine suitability
• Estimating angles based on distance and slope
• Evaluating the effectiveness of different angles for a given purpose
Answers for all the tasks are included in the resource on the last pages.
This resource is available to download as a PDF file and is aimed at around E3 -L1. They can be adapted to suit individual learner needs, by requesting a WORD Doc version. Feel free to message me directly for this format at SmartbooksED@outlook.com
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These worksheets have been carefully designed to engage learners in a variety of subjects, fostering knowledge, creativity, individuality, and the development of essential functional skills. They are ideal for use in Tutorial, English or Digital Skills sessions.
Take on the ultimate home setup challenge with this exciting and interactive workbook! Designed to engage learners in budgeting, planning, and researching real-world living expenses, this activity invites participants to furnish their very first studio flat using a budget of just £1,500. From kitchen appliances to bedroom essentials, learners must find everything they need online and track their spending along the way.
This workbook is packed with practical learning opportunities, encouraging critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy. Learners will search online retailers and second-hand marketplaces to find the best deals, complete a budget tracker, and collect evidence of their purchases through screenshots or snipping tool captures. Every item on the essential list must be purchased—but savvy shopping can even earn bonus points through free finds and extra home comforts!
Extension Ideas – For higher-level learners, additional challenges bring an exciting twist! These include designing a layout of their new flat using tools like Canva, creatively positioning furniture, and making the space feel like home. Mystery cards can be drawn to introduce random financial boosts or setbacks, adding unpredictability and testing adaptability. Learners are encouraged to compare costs, evaluate value for money, and make strategic choices to stay within budget while maximising their space and comfort.
Ideal for classrooms, group activities, or independent learners, this workbook makes financial planning and home design both fun and meaningful!
This resource is available as a PDF download and is designed for learners working at Entry Level 3 to Level 1. It can be adapted to suit individual learning needs and if you require a Word document version, please contact SmartbooksED@outlook.com.
These worksheets have been carefully designed to engage learners in a variety of subjects, fostering knowledge, creativity, individuality, and the development of essential functional skills. They are ideal for use in Tutorial, English or Digital Skills sessions.
Take on the ultimate travel challenge with this exciting and interactive workbook! Designed to engage learners in planning, budgeting, and researching real-world travel options, this activity pushes participants to see how far they can go on a limited budget. With only £750 to cover transport and accommodation, learners will need to make strategic choices, compare travel options, and create a detailed itinerary—including tickets, routes, and expenses.
This workbook is packed with practical skills, encouraging critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy. Learners will use tools like Google Maps to visualize their journey, budget sheets to track spending, and online resources to find the best travel deals. The challenge adds a competitive edge, as the winner is the one who can reach the furthest destination while staying within budget and following all the rules.
Extension Ideas - For higher-level learners, additional challenges can take the experience even further! Whether it’s exploring the most culturally diverse locations, stretching the budget for the longest trip, or prioritizing eco-friendly travel, these extension activities encourage deeper research and creative problem-solving. Bonus points can also be earned for finding unexpected destinations, securing the cheapest flights, or using multiple forms of transport. Mystery travel cards introduce an extra layer of excitement, throwing in surprises that test adaptability and decision-making skills along the way!
Ideal for classrooms, group activities, or independent learners, this workbook makes financial planning and travel research an exciting adventure!
This resource is available as a PDF download and is designed for learners working at Entry Level 3 to Level 1. It can be adapted to suit individual learning needs—if you require a Word document version, please contact SmartbooksED@outlook.com.
These worksheets have been carefully designed to engage learners in a variety of subjects, fostering knowledge, creativity, individuality, and the development of essential functional skills. They are ideal for use in Tutorial, English or Digital Skills sessions.
"These worksheets guide learners through the process of creating their own comic strip based on criteria they choose. Using ChatGPT, they will generate a six-panel storyline before bringing it to life in Canva. Learners will select from various templates, add backgrounds, characters, and speech bubbles, and ensure their final comic is polished and engaging. To complete the task, they will check spelling, download their work, and share it with peers and their tutor.
The structured, step-by-step workbook ensures learners have all the support they need to complete the task successfully. It includes completed task examples as well as start-up guides for ChatGPT and Canva (for first-time users)
Extension Activity Idea: Higher-level learners could enhance their comic strip by Animating It using Canva’s animation feature to add movement.
They could also add a voice by record dialogue and turn it into a short video.
This resource is available as a PDF download and is designed for learners working at Entry Level 3 to Level 1. It can be adapted to suit individual learning needs—if you require a Word document version, please contact SmartbooksED@outlook.com.
These worksheets have been carefully designed to engage learners in a variety of subjects, fostering knowledge, creativity, individuality, and the development of essential functional skills. They are ideal for use in Tutorial, English or Digital Skills sessions.
This particular set of worksheets guides learners through the process of creating a 500-word story using a set of criteria they choose themselves. Learners will use ChatGPT to generate the story and a front cover, then transfer their work into Microsoft Word. From there, they can edit the text, add images, borders, page numbers, and any other enhancements before printing the final version in booklet form.
The structured, step-by-step workbook ensures learners have all the support they need to complete the task successfully. It also includes a detailed guide on how to sign up for ChatGPT (for first-time users) and how to print correctly.
Extension Activity Idea: Higher-level learners could enhance their story by adding extra images throughout different stages of the story. They could also design a realistic back cover, including fictional reviews, a barcode, a book price, and other details to give it a more professional look.
This resource is available as a PDF download and is designed for learners working at Entry Level 3 to Level 1. It can be adapted to suit individual learning needs—if you require a Word document version, please contact SmartbooksED@outlook.com.