I am a London based primary school teacher with over 20 years experience. I am passionate about Key stage one and have also taught in EYFS and KS2. I love making resources for myself and other teachers.
I am a London based primary school teacher with over 20 years experience. I am passionate about Key stage one and have also taught in EYFS and KS2. I love making resources for myself and other teachers.
Support your KS1 science lessons on plant lifecycles with this engaging and easy-to-use Dandelion Lifecycle Resource Pack. Designed to develop children’s understanding of how plants grow and change over time, this pack combines visual learning, scientific observation, and cross-curricular writing.
What’s Included:
14-Page PDF Slideshow
A bright, easy-to-follow presentation exploring the full lifecycle of a dandelion plant – from seed to flower to seed dispersal. Ideal for introducing the topic or reinforcing key learning in a visual, age-appropriate format.
Dandelion Plant Labelling Worksheet (Differentiated x2)
Two versions of a dandelion labelling activity to support a range of learners. Includes a labelled answer sheet so pupils can self-mark or peer-assess, encouraging independent learning.
5 Observation & Writing Frames
A set of five writing frames designed to guide pupils in observing and describing dandelions at each stage of their lifecycle. Perfect for embedding writing skills within your science teaching, while promoting curiosity and close observation.
Dandelion Knowledge Organiser
A clear and visually engaging knowledge organiser outlining key vocabulary, lifecycle stages, and essential facts about dandelions. Ideal for supporting retrieval practice, reinforcing key concepts, and helping pupils build subject confidence.
Why Teachers Love It:
Differentiated for easy classroom use
Encourages independent learning and scientific observation
Supports cross curricular writing in science
Ready to print and go
Ideal for spring or summer term science lessons, outdoor learning or a nature-themed topic. Let your KS1 pupils explore, observe, and describe the fascinating journey of the humble dandelion plant.
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Discover the fascinating journey of a pumpkin with our comprehensive educational resource designed for teachers and students alike. This engaging product includes everything you need to explore the life cycle of a pumpkin in an interactive and hands-on way.
Product Includes:
Lessons slides: 13 page pdf lesson slides which describe the lifecycle of a pumpkin using vibrant pictures.
5 Engaging Worksheets: Thoughtfully designed to guide students through the stages of a pumpkin’s life cycle, these worksheets feature a mix of activities that encourage critical thinking and creativity.
Answer Sheets: Make grading a breeze with our included answer sheets, ensuring you have everything you need to assess student understanding effectively.
Vocabulary Word Mat: Available in two formats—printer-friendly black and white and vibrant full-color—these mats are perfect for reinforcing key terms and concepts related to the pumpkin life cycle.
Life Cycle of a Pumpkin Cards: Enhance group work with our versatile card sets. Choose from two versions: one with labels attached for quick reference, and another with separate labels for an interactive matching activity. These cards are ideal for collaborative learning, display purposes, or as a hands-on learning tool.
Knowledge Organiser: This printable knowledge organiser helps students consolidate and retain key information about the pumpkin life cycle. With clearly defined sections, students can easily reference terms, stages, and key concepts learned throughout the unit. It’s designed to be an excellent revision tool, fostering both independent and group study sessions.
Observations writing: 5 printable frames designed to help pupils closely examine the stages of a pumpkin plant’s growth. Each frame features a magnifying glass section where children can either paste a photo of the plant or create their own observational drawing. Afterward, they can write detailed descriptions of what they observe at each stage. This activity encourages careful observation, creativity, and descriptive writing, making it perfect for writing within the science topic.
Whether you’re teaching in a classroom or homeschooling, this resource makes learning about the life cycle of a pumpkin engaging and fun. Perfect for autumn-themed lessons or any time of year, it’s a must-have for any educator’s toolkit.
Dive into the captivating realm of fish with these extensive teaching slides tailored for KS1 learners.
This 32-page PDF resource explores the attributes, environments, and distinctive features of fish, accompanied by vivid images and concise descriptions to captivate young minds. Delve further with included examples of writing on the topic, providing inspiration and guidance for students. Conclude your exploration with three interactive true or false questions, ideal for stimulating group conversations or summarizing the lesson.
Elevate writing exercises using provided examples and a convenient vocabulary mat.
Included:
32 page PDF teaching slides
vocabulary mat
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or this resource on reptiles:
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This 28-page PDF guide explores the diverse characteristics, habitats, and distinctive features of reptiles, showcasing vivid imagery and concise descriptions crafted to captivate young minds. Concluding with three interactive true or false questions, it encourages lively group discussions and serves as an ideal conclusion to lessons.
Elevate writing exercises with provided exemplars and a convenient vocabulary mat, enriching learning experiences.
Included:
28-page PDF on Reptiles
Vocabulary mat
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Discover two invaluable tools for teaching animal classification.
Our first resource aids students in distinguishing between vertebrates and invertebrates, laying the groundwork for understanding the animal kingdom’s diverse categories.
Delve deeper with our second resource, where learners progress to categorizing vertebrates into mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds, enhancing their comprehension of animal diversity.
Includes:
lesson slides
worksheets
challenges
knowledge organisers
word banks
Perfect for key stage one learning.
Unlock the fascinating world of amphibians with these comprehensive teaching slides designed for KS1 pupils.
This 28-page PDF resource delves into the characteristics, habitats, and unique traits of amphibians, featuring vibrant images and clear explanations to engage young learners. At the conclusion, find three interactive true or false questions perfect for group discussions or lesson wrap-ups.
Enhance writing activities with included exemplars and a handy vocabulary mat.
Included:
28-page PDF on Amphibians
Vocabulary mat
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Make learning about vertebrates and invertebrates interactive and engaging with this set of 32 multiple-choice clip cards. Perfect for use during your science lessons on animals and classification, these cards help students practice identifying animal types in a fun, hands-on way.
Each card presents an image and name of an animal with two answer choices. Pupils simply clip a clothespin, peg, or paper clip onto the correct answer—or use a dry erase marker to circle their choice if laminated. An answer key is included for easy marking or student self-checking.
Flexible classroom use:
Laminate for reusable, interactive science centers
Print on paper for use as a quick exit ticket, plenary activity, or homework task
Ideal for science, animal classification topics, or review lessons
These clip cards are a simple but effective way to reinforce key biological concepts while building independent learning and critical thinking skills.
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These clip cards are a great way for students to practice their recognition of herbivore, carnivores and omnivores using a multiple choice system. 32 cards are included. Each card has three possible answers. Students select the correct answer by clipping a clothespin, peg or paper clip to it. Answer sheet included so pupils can self check their work.
I like to laminate these cards so students can simply circle the correct answer using a dry erase marker. Alternatively, you can print these on paper to hand out to your class at the end of the lesson; pupils circle the correct answer and hand in as a great exit ticket or plenary to the lesson.
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Everything you need to introduce herbivores, carnivores and omnivores to your key stage 1 pupils.
Included:
A 20 page PDF lesson introduction explaining the animal groups and their diets. Includes opportunities for talk partner work and discussion.
3 worksheets. Each worksheet has been differentiated 2 ways.
Carnivores 20 page PDF
Omnivores 20 page PDF
Herbivores 20 page PDF
A knowledge organiser to support writing within the subject.
Pictures and headings for display.
32 clip cards
Discover engaging and comprehensive teaching resources on herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores with our specially crafted slides. Designed specifically for KS1 pupils, each 20-page PDF immerses learners in the fascinating world of herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores, providing vivid imagery and clear explanations of their dietary habits. Foster deeper comprehension with three intriguing true or false questions accompanying each slide set, ideal for sparking engaging discussions among peers or serving as a dynamic conclusion to your lesson. Gain access to the herbivore slides at no cost through our online shop today. Embark on a rewarding learning journey for your students!
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Included are:
Carnivores 20 page PDF
Omnivores 20 page PDF
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Here are lesson slides to introduce herbivores. This 20 page PDF explains to ks1 pupils what herbivores are and what they eat. Included are lots of images and explanations. There are three true or false questions about herbivores at the end which can be used by talk partners or for a plenary to your lesson.
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Equip your students with the knowledge and skills they need to delve into the fascinating world of trees with this comprehensive resource bundle. Perfect for enhancing science lessons and facilitating deeper understanding of botanical concepts.
Explore three invaluable resources designed to support students in their exploration of trees within their science curriculum.
Included in the bundle:
Lesson slides on structure of a tree (parts of a tree)
Lesson slides on types of trees (conifer and deciduous)
Word bank/word mat
Lesson slides on identifying an oak tree
Oak tree worksheet
1 page vocabulary mat
32 clip cards to identify deciduous and coniferous trees
Enhance your classroom science displays with this engaging Parts of a Tree Vocabulary and Image Pack – perfect for KS1 and KS2 learners exploring plants, trees and the natural world.
This downloadable resource includes bold, high-quality images and clearly labelled vocabulary to help children identify and describe the different parts of a tree. It supports science curriculum objectives by reinforcing key terminology through visual aids, making it ideal for lessons on plant biology, tree identification, and seasonal changes.
What’s Included:
11 labelled images featuring key parts of a tree: trunk, blossom, bark, needles, branches, roots, leaves, crown, canopy, pine cones, conifer and deciduous
A display title poster for classroom walls or science areas
Question and answer labels explaining the roles of roots, trunk, branches, and leaves
3 fun fact labels to spark curiosity and discussion about trees
This resource is suitable for classroom displays, interactive science areas, or as a visual aid during plant and tree topic lessons. It’s designed to boost children’s science vocabulary, observation skills, and understanding of the natural environment.
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Quickly create a parts of a plant display with this resource. It includes a title, 8 bold images with labels and 2 vocabulary cards.
Perfect for key stage 1.
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Here are the resources I use with my students to learn about the structure of trees (parts of a tree) and the differences between coniferous and deciduous trees. There are opportunities for children to answer questions with a talk partner or as a class to develop their ideas for writing. Included within the lesson starters is a sample of what their writing might look like and a few prompts for the student to use to keep them on track. To aid in starting to identify trees, I’ve included a lesson starter about identifying and describing an oak tree. There is a word bank and worksheet for this task.
Included:
Lesson starter on structure of a tree (parts of a tree) PDF
Lesson starter on types of trees (conifer and deciduous) PDF
Word bank/word mat
Lesson starter on identifying an oak tree (PDF)
Oak tree worksheet
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Three great resources to help you meet the learning outcomes for living things and their habitats. Classifying animals parts 1 and 2. In part 1 children will classify vertebrates and invertebrates from a woodland habitat. In part 2 children will further classify vertebrates from a woodland habitat. Each part contains a worksheet in words and with pictures plus examples of writing children can undertake within the subject. Habitats is about getting children ready to write about how animals, from the woodland, are suited to their habitat. It includes picture prompts, examples of what the writing could look like and a word bank. Lots of challenge in each resource allowing for greater depth learning.
These are the slides I use with my year 2 children following on from their work on vertebrates and invertebrates. With this resource students will learn to further classify vertebrates into mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds. I use animals from a woodland habitat.
Included:
lesson slides
worksheet with sorting activity in two formats (worded and pictorial)
two challenges (ensuring greater depth learning)
example of what writing in the topic might look like
word bank
simple knowledge organiser
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Looking for a clear and engaging KS1 science lesson on animal classification? This ready-to-teach resource is designed for Year 2 and focuses on sorting woodland animals into vertebrates and invertebrates, helping children meet key objectives from the National Curriculum for Science.
Using familiar animals and simple language, this lesson introduces pupils to the basics of classification in a fun and accessible way. Perfect for teaching the “living things and their habitats” unit, it also includes strong cross-curricular links with English through vocabulary development and writing support.
What’s included:
A presentation that clearly explains the difference between vertebrates and invertebrates using woodland animal examples.
Differentiated Sorting Worksheets: One version with animal names and
one simplified version with pictures for visual learners and EAL support
Model Writing Sample: Supports cross-curricular English objectives with a sample of topic writing.
Word Bank: Reinforces key scientific vocabulary.
Knowledge Organiser (KS1 Science) : A one-page reference to support revision and understanding.
Why This Resource Works:
Aligned with the Year 2 Science curriculum (KS1 National Curriculum)
Covers essential knowledge for living things and their habitats
Differentiated for whole-class teaching, group work, or individual tasks
Ideal for cross-curricular planning with English/literacy
Supports science vocabulary and writing outcomes
Whether you’re introducing the topic or reinforcing it later in the term, this lesson is ideal for animal classification for KS1.
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Here are the slides I use to prepare my KS1 students to describe how animals are suited to their habitats. The focus is a woodland habitat and the animals who make it their home.
This resource offers a lesson starter for Year 2 children, teachers and parents covering knowledge relating to ‘Living Things and their Habitats’, as a part of their science learning.
This PDF has opportunities for children to answer questions with a talk partner or as a class to develop their ideas for writing.
Included:
Short introduction with lots of questions for the class or talk partners
A sample of what pupil’s writing might look like
Prompts for writing
Sets a writing task
This is a great opportunity for writing within the subject.
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