Clear, colourful and engaging educational resources. Breaking learning down to the nub, making concepts as easy as abc...
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Clear, colourful and engaging educational resources. Breaking learning down to the nub, making concepts as easy as abc...
We'd love to know what you think of what you download, so please don't hesitate to get in touch...
What’s included?
This download includes x4 sheets, all portrait orientation, pdf format.
What’s it for?
This activity has been designed for learners to look more closely at a set of common words, which are important and useful to be able to read, write and spell. Learners match words with images by completing two-piece jigsaw puzzles. This set focuses on all ‘number names’ from one to twenty - all words included have a matching image featuring the numeral and correct number of objects (2D shapes).
This is a simple, predictable activity to promote independence and consolidate learning. This activity is ideal for individuals/groups to be getting on with independently or pupils needing some individual support.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for Early Years children who are learning these sounds (and words/numbers) for the first time, pupils in Year 1 who need some practise/reinforcement of these sounds/words as well as counting practise and time spent recognising numerals to 20. This resource may be suitable for older learners with additional learning needs.
How to use it?
An adult pre-cuts along the dotted lines and the set of x20 words (and images) can be shuffled and placed face-up on the carpet/a table top for learners to look at and match. This number names set has 2D shapes to count for each number to help learners identify each numeral.
Resource Details
It is possible to ‘sound out’ most of these words - whether ‘sounding out’ is possible (or not) is indicated by a ‘tick’ or ‘cross’ symbol at the top of the picture and word box. The graphemes in those words which can be sounded out are underlined - making clear how many sounds are in each word. Those words which are tricky and cannot be ‘sounded out’ have a small ‘cross’ symbol at the top of the picture and word box, in addition - these words are underlined with one (single) line.
Key
At the top-right of each ‘word box’ there is a coloured ‘triangle’. This colour indicates which phonics phase that word fits in with, see details below:
pink triangles indicate that the words are from phase 2
purple triangles indicate that the words are from phase 3
turquoise triangles indicate that the words are from phase 5
underlined letters indicates that the letters (together) have one sound
red letters indicate the tricky/irregular letters/sounds.
This colour-coded ‘key’ is included at the top of each sheet to make this colour-coded system clear.
It is possible to ‘work out’ some words which contain some red letters if the focus is placed on the black letters in those words which should be sounds learners know (depending on which phonics-phase they are competent in).
The blue box outline colour indicates that these words are all part of the ‘number names’ set.
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What’s included?
This download includes x4 landscape orientation pdf sheets.
What’s it for?
This is a simple game to play to reinforce knowledge of number bonds to 10. This has been designed to build on a learners knowledge and improve the speed of recalling number bond facts.
Who’s it for?
Designed for Y1 and Y2, suitable for Reception aged children. This is a two player game so ideal for a parent and child or support assistant and individual child needing some extra help in remembering these number bonds. However, once a learner knows what to do this could be played on their own/with a friend.
Resource Details
This is a simple, easy to play game to reinforce number bonds to 10 knowledge in a fun, easy way, perfect to play at a table/desk…or on the floor!
Everything needed to play this simple game is included in the pdf and the instructions are clearly printed on the game. Of course these can be adapted to suit each learner as long as it is fun and they are learning that’s the key thing!
There are two options when playing this game. Option one involves covering number cards with ‘cover cards’ and writing the number bond pairs down. Option two involves cutting up and pairing number cards. Both involve some cutting, only option one needs a pencil for each player.
Recommendation
Printing this resource onto card is strongly recommended. Printing onto paper could mean numbers are visible through the paper risking the game being ‘unfair’ (and who enjoys a game like that?!)
To make the game last for years, print onto card, cut up pieces and laminate and store in a zip-lock wallet. If you do this and would like a matching label making for your storage bag - just ask!
Important Message
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let us know - we are happy to make changes.
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
This pdf download includes x16 (rainbow themed) number bonds to 5/10/20 pages, all presented in portrait orientation.
What’s it for?
To practise recalling number bonds to 5/10/20 facts as well as providing the opportunity to identify number ‘patterns’ which are helpful in identifying missing numbers in a sequence.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for pupils in Reception, Y1 and Y2 as well as students needing additional learning support.
Resource layout
The simple lay out of each number bonds sum is an easy to use resource. Numbers can be written on the sheet (and wiped off if laminated) in the blank box covering the missing numbers in each number bond.
The large size 35/50 ‘Avenir’ font makes the numbers and + sign easy to read and models the addition ‘pattern’ in a clear layout to learners.
Resource 1
in order
x2 pages includes number bonds (to 5/10/20) questions to complete in ‘order’, with answers. Page 1 has been designed to be a ‘cut and stick’ missing numbers activity, however missing numbers can be written in the empty boxes instead, either works. The answers are clearly presented in the same layout on page 2.
Page 2 could be used as a reference resource for display
Resource 2
random order
x2 pages includes number bonds (to 5/10/20)questions to complete in random order, with answers. Page 1 has been designed to be a ‘cut/stick’ missing numbers activity, or missing numbers can be written in the empty boxes, either works.
Answers are clearly presented in the same layout on page 2.
Page 2 could be used as a reference resource for display
Resource 3
quick match recap questions (Number bonds to 10 and 20 only)
x2 pages include x10 quick match recap questions to complete, with answers. Learners would be best using a ruler to match the number bonds on page 1.
Answers are clearly presented on page 2.
Recommendations
These PDFs have been designed to print and use as practical write-on resource, they could also be cut up and used as matching cards, or the sheets laminated to enable reuse.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to get in touch - we are happy to make changes.
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
This pdf download includes x4 (rainbow themed) number bonds to 5 pages, all presented in portrait orientation.
What’s it for?
To practise recalling number bonds to 5 facts as well as providing the opportunity to identify number ‘patterns’ including number order, which number could/should come next and identifying missing numbers in a sequence.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for pupils in Reception, Y1 and Y2 as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Resource Details
Resource 1 (in order)
x2 pages include x12 number bonds (to 5) questions to complete in order, with answers. Page 1 has been designed to be a ‘cut and stick’ missing numbers activity, or missing numbers can be written in the empty boxes, either works.
The number bonds in order are listed as below:
0 + 5
1 + 4
2 + 3
3 + 2
4 + 1
5 + 0
5 + 0
4 + 1
3 + 2
2 + 3
1 + 4
0 + 5
Answers are clearly presented on page 2.
Page 2 could also be used as a reference resource for display
Resource 2 (random order)
x2 pages include x12 number bonds (to 10) questions to complete in random order, with answers. Page 1 has been designed to be a ‘cut and stick’ missing numbers activity, or missing numbers can be written in the empty boxes, either works.
The random order number bonds are listed in this order:
2 + 3
5 + 0
1 + 4
3 + 2
0 + 5
4 + 1
3 + 2
0 + 5
4 + 1
2 + 3
5 + 0
1 + 4
Answers are clearly presented on page 2, promoting autonomy in learning.
Page 2 could be used as a reference resource for display
Recommendation
These PDFs have been designed to print and use as practical write-on resource, they could also be cut up and used as matching cards, or the sheets laminated to enable reuse.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let us know - we are happy to make changes. Feedback of this resource would be brilliant. Thank you.
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
This pdf download includes six (rainbow themed) number bonds to 20 pages, all presented in portrait orientation.
What’s it for?
To practise recalling number bonds to 20 facts as well as providing the opportunity to identify number ‘patterns’ including number order, which number could/should come next and identifying missing numbers in a sequence.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for pupils in Reception, Y1 and Y2 as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Resource Details
Resource 1 (in order)
x2 pages include x12 number bonds (to 20) questions to complete in ‘order’, with answers. Page 1 has been designed to be a ‘cut and stick’ missing numbers activity, however missing numbers can be written in the empty boxes instead, either works.
The number bonds to 20 in order are listed below:
0 + 20
1 + 19
2 + 18
3 + 17
4 + 16
5 + 15
6 + 14
7 + 13
8 + 12
9 + 11
10 + 10
20 + 0
19 + 1
18 + 2
17 + 3
16 + 4
15 + 5
14 + 6
13 + 7
12 + 8
11 + 9
10 + 10
Answers are clearly presented on page 2.
Page 2 could also be used as a reference resource for display
Resource 2 (random order)
x2 pages include x12 number bonds (to 10) questions to complete in ‘random order’, with answers. Page 1 has been designed to be a ‘cut and stick’ missing numbers activity, however missing numbers can be written in the empty boxes instead, either works.
The number bonds to 20 in random order are listed below:
2 + 18
5 + 15
7 + 13
1 + 19
3 + 17
9 + 11
8 + 12
10 + 10
4 + 16
0 + 20
6 + 14
18 + 2
15 + 5
13 + 7
19 + 1
17 + 3
11 + 9
12 + 8
10 + 10
16 + 4
20 + 0
14 + 6
Answers are clearly presented on page 2.
Page 2 could also be used as a reference resource for display
Resource 3
x2 pages include x10 ‘quick match’ recap questions to complete, with answers. Learners would be best using a ruler to match the number bonds on page 1.
Answers are clearly presented on page 2.
Recommendations
These PDFs have been designed to print and use as practical write-on resource, they could also be cut up and used as matching cards, or the sheets laminated to enable reuse.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let us know - we are happy to make changes.
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
This pdf download includes six (rainbow themed) number bonds to 10 pages, all presented in portrait orientation.
What’s it for?
To practise recalling number bonds to 10 facts as well as providing the opportunity to identify number ‘patterns’ including number order, which number could/should come next and identifying missing numbers in a sequence.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for pupils in Reception, Y1 and Y2 as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Resource Details
Resource 1 (in order)
x2 pages include x12 number bonds (to 10) questions to complete in ‘order’, with answers. Page 1 has been designed to be a ‘cut and stick’ missing numbers activity, however missing numbers can be written in the empty boxes instead, either works.
The number bonds to 10 in order are listed as below:
0 + 10
1 + 9
2 + 8
3 + 7
4 + 6
5 + 5
10 + 0
9 + 1
8 + 2
7 + 3
6 + 4
5 + 5
Answers are clearly presented on page 2.
Page 2 could also be used as a reference resource for display
Resource 2 (random order)
x2 pages include x12 number bonds (to 10) questions to complete in ‘random order’, with answers. Page 1 has been designed to be a ‘cut and stick’ missing numbers activity, however missing numbers can be written in the empty boxes instead, either works.
The number bonds to 10 in random order are listed below:
3 + 7
4 + 6
5 + 5
1 + 9
1 + 10
2 + 8
7 + 3
6 + 4
5 + 5
1 + 9
10 + 1
8 + 2
Answers are clearly presented on page 2.
Page 2 could also be used as a reference resource for display
Resource 3
x2 pages include x10 ‘quick match’ recap questions to complete, with answers. Learners would be best using a ruler to match the number bonds on page 1.
Answers are clearly presented on page 2.
Recommendations
These PDFs have been designed to print and use as practical write-on resource, they could also be cut up and used as matching cards, or the sheets laminated to enable reuse.
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ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let us know - we are happy to make changes.
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What’s included?
This download includes five A4, portrait pdf sheets to investigate ‘2D shapes and their properties’, presented as a ‘workbook’ for learners to complete through investigation. A sixth sheet has also been included as a set of tangible 2D shapes for learners to hold and investigate while completing this investigation.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children (to complete with support/as a group), pupils in years one and two as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Resource Details
The six 2D shapes investigated in this workbook are a circle, triangle, square, rectangle, pentagon and hexagon.
Page 1 is the ‘workbook’ cover and includes a clear space for learners to write their name. There is related 2D shape information included on the cover for learners to read as well as a visual list of what learners will need to complete the workbook - to encourage autonomy.
Pages 2 and 3 include six sets of questions (one set for each shape) all in the same layout. Learners are to complete this information so that the information becomes a set of clear, (accurate!) facts about each shape.
Where learners do not know the information (to complete these questions) they can investigate each shape using the clear picture provided and count e.g. the number of sides of each shape and ‘circle’ the corners/vertices to complete the information. Additionally I have included a set of these 2D shapes to print out (onto card) and hold and use during this investigation.
To complete these pages there are ‘2D shape names’ to cut out on page 4 (along the right hand side) which learners should be made aware of (dotted lines indicate where to cut). An adult could pre-cut these x6 shape names for those learners who struggle with using scissors/find cutting frustrating/demotivating.
Pages 4 and 5 include the same information (as pages 1 and 2) completed in the same layout for learners to check their findings. There are also some ‘quick match’ questions at the very end of page 5 to recap what they have learnt.
Page 6 a seperate set of these 2D shapes to print out onto card and (ideally) laminate to hold and use while completing this investigation.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let me know - I am happy to make changes. Feedback of this resource would be brilliant. Thank you!
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
This download includes four A4, (x2 landscape/x2 portrait orientation) pdf sheets to play the ‘2D Shapes Robot Game’. Two larger game boards are included.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children, pupils in years one and two as well as older students needing additional learning support.
What’s it for?
This resource is to help learners recognise and name 2D shapes as well as thinking about their properties e.g. the number of sides and corners/vertices.
Resource Details
The 2D shapes focused on in this game are investigated in this activity are semi-circle, circle, triangle, square, rectangle, pentagon and hexagon.
To play this game learners will need; a pencil, scissors, a glue stick
Page 1 includes clear step by step game instructions.
Page 2 includes two ‘game boards’ and a set of small 2D shapes for each player (dotted lines guide where to cut). Players will need a pencil, scissors and a glue stick to play this game.
An adult could pre-cut the small 2D shapes for those learners who struggle with using scissors/find cutting difficult or de-motivating.
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ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let us know - we are happy to make changes.
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What’s included?
This download includes three A4, portrait pdf sheets to label seven ‘2D shapes and their properties’ on the Robot’s control panel.
What’s it for?
This resource is to recognise/read and match words/vocabulary to 2D shape images to reinforce/develop further understanding of 2D shapes and their properties.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children, pupils in years one and two as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Resource Details
The seven 2D shapes investigated in this activity are a semi-circle, circle, triangle, square, rectangle, pentagon and hexagon.
Learners will need a pencil (to write their name on page 1), scissors and a glue stick to complete this activity.
Page 1 features the Robot’s ‘control panel’ which has been enlarged from page 2 to provide a large size and clear space for learners to label the different properties of each shape. The dotted lines on page 1 indicate where learners should position the different labels. Learners do not cut out any part of page 1!
Page 2 includes four sets of labels (there are exactly the correct amount of labels provided to complete each 2D shape featured. These labels are the names of the shapes, the number of sides each shape has, the number of vertices each shape has, whether the shapes have ‘curved’ sides (only two do - the circle and semi circle). The green ticks can be stuck next to these two shapes. All labels have dotted lines indicate where to cut.
Page 3 includes the same 2D shapes on the robot’s control panel to cut out and hold (to investigate). It would be most helpful for learners to have access to a set of these while completing this activity especially for learners who do not know the information (to complete the labels).
An adult could pre-cut the labels for those learners who struggle with using scissors/find cutting difficult or de-motivating.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let us know - we are happy to make changes.
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
This download includes seven A4, portrait pdf sheets which make a number matching set featuring x40 cards (Various vehicles to count and numerals/word number names from 1 to 20 to match).
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children, pupils in years one and two as well as older students needing additional learning support.
What’s it for?
This resource is to practise counting up to 20 items (vehicles) and match the total number with the correct numeral/number name word label.
How to use this resource
This matching activity set has been designed to be an activity for an individual or group where the square (cards) are already cut up (and hole punched!), shuffled and displayed either loosely on a table top/carpet or already attached on the ring. Learners then look at each image card and count the number of vehicles before matching the picture to the numeral/number name card to complete the set. Once the set is matched into pairs learners can order the numeral and picture cards together to create a complete set from 1 to 20 or backwards depending on the focus. Once complete the cards can be threaded back together using the hole (top left of each card).
The squares are designed to be joined together using a plastic clip/string or ribbon (using sticky Velcro would assist with easy opening). Once attached the numeral cards (like number fans) can be used in a variety of situations including on-the-carpet questioning with the whole class/smaller groups where pupils can show their answers instead of speaking.
The cards could also be used as a reference resource for learners e.g. to help count and order numbers and/or cross-check the correct orientation of individual numbers if unsure when writing.
Games
This ‘number match’ set could also be used for a variety of games and to accompany and involve learners during counting rhymes and songs, usable both inside the classroom and outdoors (especially if laminated to improve durability in all types of weather!) Hide and seek match could make a fun game where one half of the set (e.g. all the vehicle cards or all the numeral cards) are missing and learners need to find them and match them up.
Suggestion
Brightly coloured plastic keyrings (which can be easily opened by unclipping the plastic) as seen on the main resource image are ideal for this resource and can be purchased online easily. Alternatively string or thin ribbon would work well. If a small amount of velcro was attached to both ends of string/ribbon with some strong glue this would help learners to be more independent using this resource.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let us know - we are happy to make changes.
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
This download includes x7 A4, portrait pdf 2D shape sheets featuring x36 matching cards.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children, pupils in years one and two as well as older students needing additional learning support.
What’s it for?
This resources is to name, count (the sides of) and match 2D shapes to the correct word label. There are x4 ‘answer cards’ included in the set which clearly list the pairs of shapes (pictures and names) on page 4. Learners could use these to help them match the cards or refer to them after they have completed the matching activity, encouraging autonomy.
How to use this resource
This matching activity has been designed to be an activity for an individual or group where the square (cards) are already cut up (and hole punched!), shuffled and displayed either loosely on a table top/carpet or already attached on the ring. Learners then look at each 2D shape image and (if they are able) name this. Learners can also count the number of sides of each shape and match the picture to the name label to complete the set. Once the set is matched into pairs (images and labels together) learners can then order the pairs from the least number of sides to the most (or vice versa!)
2D shapes included are oval, ellipse, semi circle, circle, triangle, equilateral triangle, right-angled triangle, square, rectangle, trapezium, parallelogram, rhombus, pentagon, hexagon, heptagon, octagon, nonagon, decagon.
This 2D shape matching set could also be used as a reference resource for learners e.g. to help remember the number of sides and/or cross-check the name/spelling of individual shapes if unsure when writing these down.
This ‘shape match’ set could also be used for a variety of ways, both inside and outdoors (especially if laminated to improve durability in all types of weather!) Hide and seek match could make a fun game where one half of the set (e.g. all the 2D shape pictures cards or all the name label cards) are missing and learners need to find them and match them up.
Suggestion
Brightly coloured plastic keyrings (which can be easily opened by unclipping the plastic) as seen on the main resource image are ideal for this resource and can be purchased online easily. Alternatively string or thin ribbon would work well. If a small piece of velcro was attached to both ends of string/ribbon with some strong glue this would help learners to be more independent using this resource.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let me know - I am happy to make changes. Feedback of this resource would be brilliant. Thank you!
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
This download includes x2 pages, portrait orientation, in pdf format.
What’s it for?
This resource has been designed to help learners become familiar with a clock face and where the numbers are positioned as part of learning about time. Learners cut/position and stick the numbers onto the clock face. Page 2 also includes a minute and hour hand with the challenge to position these on the completed clock face to show ‘3 o’clock’.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years and pupils in years one and two. This resource is also ideal for older learners with additional learning needs.
Resource layout
Simple (visual) instructions of what to do are included on both pages.
Page 1
Learners will need a pencil (to write their name and number date), scissors and a glue stick
+ The clock face has line indications of where the clock numbers should be placed (but not the order)
The (clock) numbers (to 12) are positioned below the clock face - ready to cut out - dotted lines guide cutting
Page 2
At the top of page 2 is an ‘extension question’ - which involves cutting out the ‘hour’ and ‘minute’ hands and placing these on the completed clock face to show ‘3 o’clock’.
The answers (a completed clock face - with hands displaying the time as 3 o’clock) are displayed at the end of page 2 for learners to self-check how they got on.
Recommendations
This PDF have been designed to print and use as practical cut/stick resource.
The sheets could be printed onto card and a split pin used to make an individual clock for each learner to move the hands and tell the time with.
This resource could also be laminated and once cut out the numbers could have velcro-style dots attached to the back (and on clock face) to enable reuse and improve durability.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let us know - we are happy to make changes.
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
x4 sheets, landscape orientation, pdf format.
What’s it for?
This resource has been designed to encourage learners to investigate the lines of symmetry for all x26 capital letters of the alphabet!
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for pupils in the early years, years one and two as well as older students who would benefit from investigating the concept of ‘symmetry’ and ‘symmetrical’ or students needing additional learning support.
How to use it?
The resource has been designed for learners to investigate the lines of symmetry by first cutting around each capital letter to investigate one letter at a time. It is best to begin by folding letters and cutting once learners are sure they have found a solid line of symmetry. A (safety!) mirror could be helpful as a back up to check (especially if letters have already been cut up).
Resource Details…
Learners will need a pair of scissors each to begin this activity.
Page 1
At the top are ‘larger’ capital letters, each within a dotted box - these dots guide where to cut. Learners can cut out one of these larger letters at a time (to avoid having lots of letters in front of them at once and risk losing some). Learners will need a pair of scissors each to begin this activity.
Along the length of base side of the sheet is a set of smaller capital letters designed to be cut with two simple snips (vertically up to the red line and then horizontally) to separate these from the sheet one at a time. These are designed to be used to record findings (answers) - on page 2. The larger capital letters can go into the bin after they have been cut up, folded and investigated.
Page 2
Learners will need a pencil to their write their name at the base of page 2 and access to a glue stick to continue their investigation using page 2.
Once learners have investigated and discovered which letters are symmetrical they can snip and stick the smaller capital letters (at the base of page 1) onto either the left or right of page 2 - depending on whether they are/are not symmetrical.
Page 3
Clearly shows which capital letters are/are not symmetrical, this is intended to be a reference sheet for learners once they have completed their investigation.
Page 4
Clearly shows which capital letters are/are not symmetrical, but in more detail - including where the actual lines of symmetry are.
For learners who might find the concept of symmetry difficult they can use page 4 (instead of page 1) and use the lines of symmetry included here to explore for themselves where to fold to investigate ‘symmetry’ with support.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let us know - we are happy to make changes.
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
This download includes seven A4, portrait pdf sheets to make a number matching set featuring x40 cards (Rainbow Dots to count and numerals from 1 to 20 to match).
How to use this resource
These square cards are designed to be joined together using a plastic clip/string or ribbon (maybe fastened with velcro for easy opening). The numeral cards (like number fans) can be used in a variety of situations including on-the-carpet questioning with the whole class/smaller groups where pupils can show their answers instead of speaking.
However these have been designed to be a counting activity for an individual or group where the square (cards) are already cut up (and hole punched!), shuffled and displayed either loosely on a table top/carpet or already attached on the ring (shuffled or in order). Learners then count the rainbow dots on each card and find the matching numeral (or vice versa!). Once complete (or ‘as they go’ if working ‘in order’) learners can then order the numeral and picture cards together to create a complete set from 1 to 20 or backwards depending on the focus.
These could also be used as a reference resource for learners e.g. to help count and order numbers and/or cross-check the correct orientation of individual numbers if unsure when writing.
This ‘number match’ set could also be used for a variety of games and to accompany and involve learners during counting rhymes and songs, usable both inside the classroom and outdoors (especially if laminated to improve durability in all types of weather!) Hide and seek match could make a fun game where one half of the set (e.g. all the Rainbow Dot cards or all the numeral cards) are missing and learners need to find them and match them up.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children, pupils in years one and two as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Suggestion
I recently purchased some brightly coloured plastic keyrings which can be easily opened by unclipping the plastic (as seen on the main resource image). Alternatively string or thin ribbon would work well. If a small piece of velcro was attached to both ends of string/ribbon with some strong glue this would help learners to be more independent using this resource.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let me know - I am happy to make changes. Feedback of this resource would be brilliant. Thank you!
New online service coming soon with FREE downloads (including this resource) available! For more information visit https://alphabetlearning.online
What’s included?
x5 sheets, portrait orientation, pdf format.
What’s it for?
This resource has been designed to encourage learners to investigate the various lines of symmetry within x8 2D shapes.
This investigation can be done by cutting/folding (ideally first) then recording these finding by drawing the lines of symmetry (using a ruler) onto the shapes on the sheet. Black and white AND colour versions of both sheets (cut/fold, drawing lines versions) included.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for pupils in years one and two as well as older students who need to revisit this or students needing additional learning support.
This resource may also be suitable for children in EYFS although with younger ages it would probably be a good idea to upscale the sheets to a larger size (on a photocopier/scanner) first.
How to use it?
The learner can explore lines of symmetry in two ways, either using a pencil and ruler or cutting out the shapes and folding them to investigate the lines of symmetry.
Suggestion
I would encourage learners to investigate the lines of symmetry within these 2D shapes by first cutting out the shapes (using the colour/black and white version designed for this - see pages 3 and 4). Once pupils have investigated these by folding they could then use pages 1/2 (colour/black and white) to record their findings with a pencil and ruler.
Using safety mirrors along side cutting and folding AND when recording the ‘answers’ (using a pencil and ruler) will really help pupils to become clear and accurate in their mind as to whether they have found the line of symmetry.
Important…
Pupils should be encouraged to find the middle/centre of each shape first and ensure that they fold/draw a line ‘through’ this centre point in order to be accurate in their findings.
Answers are included on a separate page in the same format which learners could use for quick, easy reference.
Resource Details
lines of symmetry (or recording ‘answers after investigation) using a pencil and ruler in colour (page 3) and black and white (page 4). Pupils will need a pencil and a ruler each.
*Investigating lines of symmetry by folding. x8 2D shapes will need cutting out (these could be pre-cut for pupils who find cutting out challenging). Pale grey, dotted ‘cutting out guidelines’ are included. Pupils will need a pencil (to ensure their write their name on their cut-out shapes!) and a pair of scissors each.
2D shapes included are right angled triangle, equilateral triangle, heart, circle, square, rectangle, pentagon and hexagon.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let me know - I am happy to make changes. Feedback of this resource would be brilliant. Thank you.
What’s included?
This download includes x9 pdf pages, each featuring x10 robots (x3 black and white versions, x3 black and white with rainbow coloured dots versions and x3 rainbow (coloured) versions). All are in portrait orientation.
What’s it for?
These resources can be used to introduce learners to doubles and/or consolidate learners knowledge of doubles to 10.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children, pupils in year one as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Resource details
This activity has been designed to write straight on. Each page clearly features ten robots with ten recap questions at the end. Each robot’s chest clearly shows one part of each double (in ‘dots’) in order/random order up to 10. Learners complete the other half (of each double) by drawing ‘dots’ e.g. with a thick felt pen onto the space on the right side of each robot’s chest. Learners then write the total number of dots on the line underneath to complete the sentence e.g. ‘Double 1 is 2.’
The robots and questions are both in order and random order - you choose which to use depending on what best suits the needs of your learner/s.
The x10 recap questions at the end enable learners to consolidate their ‘doubles knowledge’. In two of the colour version sheets the ‘outline colour’ of each ‘question box’ matches the robot colour - providing a visual link for the learner to check back to each corresponding robot, if needed, before committing to writing answers in the question boxes at the end.
There is a clear space at the top of each sheet for learners to write their name and a space to record the number date (top, right).
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let us know - we are happy to make changes.
What’s included?
This download includes x4 pdf pages featuring x20 butterflies (a black/white and a rainbow (coloured) version, both in portrait orientation.
What’s it for?
This resource can be used to introduce learners to doubles and/or consolidate learners knowledge of doubles to 20. The easy to read font size and predictable layout clearly models the process of doubling numbers to 20 to learners.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children, pupils in years one and two as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Resource details
This activity has been designed to write straight on. Each page clearly features ten butterflies. Each butterfly’s left wing shows one part of each double (in ‘dots’) in order up to 20. Learners can complete the other half of each double by drawing the same number of ‘dots’ e.g. with a felt tip pen onto the space on the right wing. The total number of dots can then be written on the line underneath to complete the sentence e.g. ‘Double 1 is 2.’
The font used is Sassoon Infant Std - size 20.
There is a clear space at the top of each sheet for learners to write their name and a space to record the number date (top, right).
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let me know - I am happy to make changes. Feedback of this resource would be brilliant. Thank you!
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What’s included?
This download includes x2 pdf pages featuring x10 butterflies (one black/white and one rainbow (coloured) version, both in portrait orientation.
What’s it for?
This resource can be used to introduce learners to doubles and/or consolidate learners knowledge of doubles to 10. The easy to read font size and predictable layout clearly models the process of doubling numbers to 10 to learners.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children, pupils in years one and two as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Resource details
This activity has been designed to write straight on. Each page clearly features ten butterflies. Each butterfly’s left wing shows one part of each double (in ‘dots’) in order order up to 10. Learners can complete the other half of each double by drawing the same number of ‘dots’ e.g. with a felt tip pen onto the space on the right wing. The total number of dots can then be written on the line underneath to complete the sentence e.g. ‘Double 1 is 2.’
The font used is Sassoon Infant Std - size 20.
There is a clear space at the top of each sheet for learners to write their name and a space to record the number date (top, right).
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let me know - I am happy to make changes. Feedback of this resource would be brilliant. Thank you!
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What’s included?
This download includes two A4, landscape pdf sheets to practise ‘ordering numbers to 20’. Learners are to cut out along straight lines and then arrange and stick the clothes onto the washing lines. An adult could pre-cut the numbers for those learners who struggle with using scissors/find cutting frustrating/demotivating.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children, pupils in year one and two as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Resource Details
Dotted guide lines show where to cut and two washing lines are provided to fit all the clothes on (it might be a squeeze but they should all fit!)
A colour and black and white version of the same resource included.
There is a clear space under the lower washing line for each learner to write their name.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let me know - I am happy to make changes.
Feedback of this resource would be brilliant. Thank you!
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What’s included?
This download includes x2 A4, portrait pdf sheets to practise counting up to 7 types of traffic/ways of travel and data handling - transferring the information collected to a clear, simple block diagram. There is also a space to add in your own ‘traffic’ should this be needed.
Who’s it for?
This resource has been designed for early years children, pupils in years one and two as well as older students needing additional learning support.
Resource Details
There are x2 stages to this activity, going out (always with an adult!) to count vehicles for an agreed amount of time and transferring the information collected onto a block diagram.
Page 1
Learners are to count the number of vehicles observed passing along a road (from a safe distance and always with adult supervision!) The types of vehicles included on the recording sheet are cars, vans, buses, trucks/lorries, bicycles, motorbikes, pedestrians. There is a space to add another type of traffic in the lowest box.
Page 2
Using the information recorded on page 1 learners then transfer this information to the simple, clear block diagram. The vehicles listed on the ‘traffic survey’ sheet are included in the same order here to assist the process of transferring this information. Learners can colour the same number of ‘coloured boxes for each group of vehicles. There is space on the bar chart for up to 12 vehicles (for each vehicle group). Vehicle groups with any more than 12 should colour up to 12 as this indicates ‘12+’.
Important message…
ANY issues with any of this resource please don’t hesitate to let me know - I am happy to make changes.
Feedback of this resource would be brilliant. Thank you!
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