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.
These resources introduce the eigh phoneme to young learners.
Included:
eigh word mat
eigh flash cards in words and pictures
3 worksheets
roll and read game
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Maths working walls are an essential in a primary classroom. Here are the headings needed to create a cute working wall.
Included:
bunting which says ‘maths working wall’
headings which say: we are learning to, vocabulary, examples of work, top tips for excellent work, challenge and questions.
13 maths talk posters to develop explanations
The bunting lettering is in bold capital letters and says maths working wall. Also included are a flag with a heart and another flag with an apple and sweet little chalk board.
The headings have a large space to write under them. I laminate these and then use a white board marker to write and wipe as needed throughout the topic.
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Celebrate the magic of Christmas with this vibrant and educational display, featuring 8 iconic symbols: candles, candy canes, stars, angels, holly, lights, manger and bells. Each symbol is clearly explained, making it perfect for Key Stage 1 or EYFS classrooms. Designed to help young learners understand the meaning and traditions behind these festive symbols, this display will enhance seasonal lessons and create a joyful atmosphere in your classroom. Ideal for teaching about Christmas customs and adding a festive touch to any learning environment.
Key Features:
-Clear, child-friendly explanations of each symbol
-Bright, engaging visuals to capture young imaginations
-Perfect for Key Stage 1 or EYFS classrooms
-Ideal for seasonal lessons on Christmas traditions
Bring the spirit of Christmas into your classroom with this easy-to-use display!
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Practice reading the year 1 common exception words with this roll and read game. Included are 8 games which cover all the tricky words for the year 1 curriculum. Also included is a blank game so you can create your own game using word which suit your pupils, theme or topic.
There are two versions included: one with cute backgrounds and one plain.
This is a great resource for home learning too.
If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free.
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Here are the numbers which I use on my working wall washing line. Each number appears on a little shirt. This is a small size washing line to fit onto a working wall or to use in a pocket chart.
Also included are socks numbers 1-20. I love these for odd and even.
Included:
numbers 0-100; each number on a shirt
shirts with addition, subtraction and equals symbols
shirts with one more and less, ten more and less and equals
numbers 1-20 on socks
This is a super addition to any maths working wall.
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Support your Year 2 writers with these handy Common Exception Word Mats, designed to build independence and boost spelling confidence during writing tasks.
Place a mat on each table or in individual writing folders to give pupils quick, easy access to the tricky words they are expected to know by the end of Year 2. These mats are perfect for use during English lessons, writing interventions, or cross-curricular tasks.
What’s Included:
9 brightly coloured versions to suit different table groups or themes
1 plain version – ideal for black-and-white printing or minimal distractions
Clear, child-friendly layout makes it easy for pupils to locate the word they need without interrupting their writing flow.
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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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Practice reading the year 1 common exception words with this roll and read game. Included are 8 games which cover all the tricky words for the year 1 curriculum. Also included is a blank game so you can create your own game using word which suit your pupils, theme or topic.
There are two versions included: one with striped backgrounds and one plain.
This is a great resource for home learning too.
If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free.
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Discover the fascinating world of animal diets with our educational resource designed for Key Stage 1 students. Delve into the concepts of carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores as you learn how animals are grouped based on their dietary preferences. Engage young minds with this informative introduction to the diverse eating habits of creatures big and small.
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.
A knowledge organiser.
Pictures and headings for display.
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Here are a few of the items I use when introducing doubling of two digit numbers to pupils. Included is a part, part, whole doubling model and a couple of questions I use with pupils. One of the questions is open ended.
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Celebrate Easter with this vibrant and engaging Easter display, designed to bring the spirit of the season into your classroom or home. This ready-to-print collection showcases the key symbols of Easter, including spring flowers, lilies, chicks, bunnies, eggs, lambs, palm leaves, and hot cross buns. Bold, eye-catching images are perfect for sparking discussions and connecting with the Easter story, helping children learn more about its meaning and traditions.
Included in the set are 12 PDF-labelled pictures and a bold title, ideal for laminating and reusing year after year. Whether you’re preparing for an Easter lesson or decorating for the season, this display is a versatile and lasting addition.
As a bonus, we’ve also included Easter bunting in soft pastel colours that reads “Happy Easter,†perfect for adding a festive touch to any space. Plus two extra flags with cute images of a bunny and a basket.
Print, laminate, and enjoy endless Easter celebrations with this charming display set.
If you like this resource please have a look in my shop for my other Easter items including Shove Tuesday and Symbols of Easter.
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Open ended maths investigations are vital for allowing opportunities for pupils to use their developing skills.
Included here are investigations for:
fractions of number and shapes
measurement including length, time and mass
addition with regrouping
Each investigation is differentiated 3 ways to meet the needs of your classroom and allow for challenge. These are perfect for home learning too.
Celebrate the spring season with this comprehensive Easter bundle, perfect for teaching Key Stage 1 pupils about the Christian traditions surrounding Easter. This resource pack includes everything you need to engage young learners with the symbols of Easter, their meanings to Christians, and fun springtime activities.
What’s Included:
Easter Symbols Resources: Help children explore and understand the significance of Easter symbols through creative, easy-to-understand activities and worksheets.
Pancake Day Fun: Learn about the history of Pancake Day, with a special look at how it’s celebrated in different countries around the world.
Classroom Display: A vibrant Easter symbols display pack to brighten up your classroom and bring the spirit of Easter to life.
Cute Easter Bunting: Add a festive touch to your classroom with adorable Easter-themed bunting, perfect for any springtime celebration.
These engaging and colourful resources will keep your pupils excited to learn while they explore the season’s traditions. I hope you enjoy using these resources as much as I do.
Celebrate Pancake Day with this fun and engaging resource pack, designed to help young learners explore the traditions and origins of Shrove Tuesday. Perfect for Key Stage 1 pupils, this pack includes everything you need to teach about Lent, Pancake Day, and how people celebrate in different places.
What’s included:
Introduction Slides (14-page PDF): Colorful slides with fun pictures that explain what Lent is, how it’s celebrated around the world, and the history of Pancake Day.
Sorting Activity: A fun activity where students sort things that are “for Lent†and “not for Lent.â€
Sample Writing: A helpful example of what writing about this topic might look like, giving pupils ideas and inspiration.
Word Mat: A simple word mat filled with key vocabulary to help children with their writing.
Worksheets and Answer Pages: Three engaging worksheets on Pancake Day, with clear answer pages to support learning.
Knowledge Organiser: A simple and easy-to-understand organiser with key facts to help reinforce learning about Pancake Day and Lent.
Perfect for making Pancake Day lessons exciting, interactive, and educational.
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Task cards can be given as an activity, as something pupils do if they finish early, as a plenary or can be given as a challenge at the end of an activity. These 48 task cards have been designed for Key stage one children. They are ready for home learning too as there is no prep.
They include:
-identifying and naming shapes
-describing differences between two shapes
-identifying the shape that does not belong in the group and explaining why
-describing how two shapes are similar
-identifying what shape is created when two shapes are joined together
-Identifying shapes in a given picture
-Complete a shape pattern
-identify a given shape in a pattern beyond the pattern given
-explain if a sequence of shapes is correct or incorrect
Some teachers like to laminate the cards. I like to put a pack of cards on each table so children can self select their work.
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Here is an introduction I use for problem solving with length with year 1 students. I use this following on from measuring lengths using non-standard units. It uses the non-standard units of cubes. It enables children to use part, part whole model and begins a gentle introduction on bar modeling.
If you like this resource, please have a look at my others available in my shop including the one less worksheets which are also aimed at year 1 pupils:
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Geography skills for KS1. Included are two lesson slides aimed at introducing KS1 pupils to mapping.
Each set of slides include lots of questions which can be used by talk partners or whole class to aid students in developing their understanding and meeting the expectations of the National Curriculum.
Included:
Part one: understanding symbols and keys (18 page PDF)
Part two: understanding compass directions and using directional language (12 page PDF)
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or this geography resource about islands:
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Enhance your students’ understanding of the concept of “one less†with this comprehensive set of worksheets designed for a week-long practice!
What’s included:
-5 worksheets, each tailored with two levels of differentiation
-Every worksheet features a stimulating challenge to promote critical thinking
-An open-ended investigation activity to deepen comprehension
Ideal for classroom use or as homework assignments, these worksheets effectively reinforce the fundamental concept of “one less,†serving as an introduction to subtraction. Engage your students in meaningful learning experiences with this valuable resource.
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Discover the joy of Harvest Festival! Introduce your KS1 pupils to the wonderful world of Harvest celebrations with these engaging lesson slides and worksheets. Through bold images and vibrant pictures children will learn about Harvest festival and how it is celebrated during this bountiful time of the year. Questioning slides, which are included, spark curiosity and help young learners develop a deeper understanding of the Harvest festival traditions through peer and group discussions. Children can follow this up by showing their understanding using the worksheets included.
Included:
Lesson slides (15 PDF slides)
3 harvest worksheets
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Support spelling and writing across Key Stage 1 with this versatile set of Common Exception Word Cards for Year 1 and Year 2. These cards are ideal for daily use in the classroom – whether you’re building a working wall, creating a word wall or running a phonics game.
Each A4 sheet includes four large, clear word cards, perfect for whole-class display or individual and small-group activities.
Flexible uses include:
-Writing support during English lessons
-Flashcards for quick-fire recall and spelling games
-Washing line displays or peg-up activities
-Pocket charts and sorting tasks
What’s Included:
-All Year 1 Common Exception Words
-All Year 2 Common Exception Words
-4 words per A4 sheet for easy cutting and readability
A must-have resource for any KS1 classroom, helping learners build confidence with tricky, non-decodable words in a fun and accessible way.
Print, cut, and go!
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