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Low-Level, High-Interest Reading and Writing Tasks
Units included:
-Why music matters
-Dirt biking fun
-What is Tiktok?
-Whats the deal with Snapchat?
-The world of gaming
The game of Basketball
Shredding the slopes
These reading and writing activities are designed specifically for emerging readers who benefit from accessible text but are motivated by topics that reflect their real interests. Each passage is written at a lower reading level while still covering relevant, age-appropriate themes like music, social media, sports, and gaming.
Each unit includes:
A short, engaging informational passage
Multiple-choice comprehension questions to build understanding and recall
A structured writing prompt with sentence frames to support idea development and written expression
The tasks provide meaningful literacy practice while supporting students in building reading confidence, comprehension skills, and writing fluency. They’re ideal for middle and high school learners who need foundational literacy development presented in a relatable, respectful way.
Perfect for:
English language learners
Special education settings
Struggling readers
Small group instruction or independent practice
These materials meet students where they are—while encouraging growth in both reading and writing through topics they genuinely care about.

'ea' phonics sound workbook
This comprehensive workbook is designed to help learners master the ‘ea’ sound and its spelling patterns through a variety of structured exercises. It focuses on recognizing, spelling, and using ‘ea’ words in different contexts, making learning both effective and engaging.
What’s Inside?
Word Lists & Spelling Practice – A collection of common ‘ea’ words to reinforce recognition and memorization.
Fill-in-the-Blank Exercises – Sentences where students apply the correct ‘ea’ words to build comprehension.
Rhyming Word Activities – Challenges to find and create words that rhyme with key ‘ea’ words.
Sentence Writing Practice – Encourages learners to use ‘ea’ words in context, improving writing and vocabulary.
Look, Cover, Write, and Check – A structured spelling strategy to reinforce correct spelling.
Word Boggle & Word Hunts – Interactive activities that help students discover and use as many ‘ea’ words as possible.
With a combination of spelling drills, word challenges, and sentence-building activities, this workbook provides a well-rounded approach to mastering the ‘ea’ sound. It is perfect for classroom use, homeschooling, or independent study.

'ay' phonics sound activity workbook
This comprehensive workbook is designed to help learners master the ‘ay’ sound and its spelling patterns through a variety of structured exercises. It focuses on recognizing, spelling, and using ‘ay’ words in different contexts, making learning both effective and engaging.
What’s Inside?
Word Lists & Spelling Practice – A collection of common ‘ay’ words to reinforce recognition and memorization.
Fill-in-the-Blank Exercises – Sentences where students apply the correct ‘ay’ words to build comprehension.
Rhyming Word Activities – Challenges to find and create words that rhyme with key ‘ay’ words.
Sentence Writing Practice – Encourages learners to use ‘ay’ words in context, improving writing and vocabulary.
Look, Cover, Write, and Check – A structured spelling strategy to reinforce correct spelling.
Word Boggle & Word Hunts – Interactive activities that help students discover and use as many ‘ay’ words as possible.
With a combination of spelling drills, word challenges, and sentence-building activities, this workbook provides a well-rounded approach to mastering the ‘ay’ sound. It is perfect for classroom use, homeschooling, or independent study.

The Apprentice Style Milkshake Task
The Apprentice - Milkshake Task Workbook
This workbook serves as a comprehensive guide for teams participating in a creative and strategic business challenge: designing, developing, and pitching their own unique milkshake brand. Through a structured, step-by-step process, participants will explore various aspects of product development, market research, branding, and advertising to create a competitive and appealing milkshake product.
What’s Inside the Workbook?
Team Formation & Leadership
-Assign roles and responsibilities within the team.
-Select a team leader to oversee the project.
-Choose a unique and memorable team name.
Market & Product Research
-Investigate popular and lesser-known milkshake flavors.
-Conduct surveys and analyze consumer preferences.
-Develop an understanding of market trends and target audience expectations.
Flavor Development & Testing
-Select six potential milkshake flavors from a curated list or create original combinations.
-Conduct taste tests and gather feedback from at least 30 participants.
-Narrow down the options and choose the best-performing flavor.
Branding & Identity Creation
-Research successful brand strategies.
-Brainstorm and finalize a unique brand name.
-Develop a catchy slogan that represents the product’s identity.
-Choose a suitable color scheme and logo design that align with brand messaging.
Packaging & Presentation
-Design product packaging that is visually appealing and marketable.
-Consider elements such as typography, images, and materials used.
-Ensure packaging reflects brand values and attracts consumers.
Advertising & Marketing
-Develop a promotional campaign to attract customers.
Create engaging advertisements that highlight the product’s unique selling points.
Utilize storytelling techniques to make the campaign memorable.
Final Pitch & Presentation
Compile all research, designs, and findings into a structured pitch.
Present the milkshake concept to an audience, simulating a real-world business pitch.
Defend choices with data, consumer insights, and creative storytelling.
By the end of the workbook, teams will have gained hands-on experience in product innovation, branding, and marketing, mirroring real-world business challenges. This activity fosters teamwork, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking, making it an engaging and educational experience.

Developing the Young Workforce - Skills for work
This booklet is designed to guide young learners through the Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) initiative, a Scottish program aimed at preparing students for their future careers. It helps learners explore their strengths, skills, and career aspirations while building essential employability skills.
Inside, students will:
✔ Identify their strengths and interests
✔ Explore different career paths and job roles
✔ Learn about hard and soft skills
✔ Develop a CV and job application
✔ Practice interview skills
✔ Engage in teamwork and business planning
Through interactive exercises and practical examples, this booklet equips young people with the tools they need to transition confidently into the world of work.

Apprentice style task - Plan a City Break
City Break – Apprentice Task
This booklet serves as a guide for planning an exciting European city break on a budget of £1000 for two people over 3 to 4 nights. Designed as a group task, participants will research and present their ideal city getaway, covering key aspects such as destination selection, accommodation, transport, activities, and budgeting.
The task encourages strategic thinking, creativity, and teamwork, as participants explore iconic landmarks, cultural experiences, dining options, and entertainment in major European cities like Paris, Rome, Barcelona, and more. The best city break plan, as judged by its appeal and feasibility, will be the winner.
With structured sections for research, budgeting, and itinerary planning, this booklet provides all the tools needed to craft the perfect short urban getaway.

Ultimate number skills to 100 booklet
Number Skills to 100
Over 50 pages of activities
This booklet is designed to help learners develop essential number skills up to 100 through a variety of engaging activities. It covers key mathematical concepts such as number sequencing, place value, addition, subtraction, skip counting, number bonds, fact families, multiplication, and division. The exercises encourage hands-on learning with number charts, base ten blocks, partitioning methods, and problem-solving challenges.
Ideal for students building confidence in numeracy, this resource provides a solid foundation for mastering numbers within 100. Suitable for older ASN learners.

'th' phonics sound activity booklet
The “th Phonics Sound Workbook” is an engaging educational resource designed to help young learners and ESL students recognize, read, and spell words containing the “th” sound. Through interactive exercises, this workbook reinforces phonics skills and builds vocabulary in a fun and structured way.
Workbook Features
Introduction to the “th” Sound
Introduces students to the “th” phoneme and its common pronunciation patterns.
Provides example words such as:
Soft “th” sounds: three, thin, thick, teeth, bath, moth.
Hard “th” sounds: this, that, then, the.
Word Recognition & I Spy Activities
Engaging “I Spy” exercises where students search for and identify “th” words in a list or picture.
Encourages phonemic awareness and quick word recognition.
Word Formation & Writing Practice
Fill-in-the-blank activities where students complete “th” words (e.g., “___in” for thin, “___ree” for three)
Handwriting practice for tracing and writing “th” words independently.
Sentence Building & Application
Encourages learners to construct simple sentences using “th” words (e.g., “The path is long.”).
Develops both spelling and sentence structure skills.
Reading and Phonics Drills
Breakdown of “th” words into phonetic components for easier decoding (e.g., t-h-i-n, t-h-r-e-e).
Supports early reading development by reinforcing letter-sound relationships.
Coloring & Fun Activities
Creative “th” sound coloring pages to reinforce learning through visual and hands-on engagement.
This workbook is perfect for teachers, parents, and tutors looking for an interactive way to teach the “th” sound while keeping learning enjoyable and effective.

'ou' sound spelling activity booklet - Phase 5 phonics
The “ou Sound Spelling Activity Workbook” is an educational resource designed to help learners practice spelling and recognizing words that contain the “ou” sound.
It includes 10 activity pages such as:
Word Lists:
A collection of common “ou” words (e.g., house, mouth, loud, cloud, pound, fountain, mountain).
Fill-in-the-Blank Exercises:
Sentences where students complete missing “ou” words.
Sentence Writing:
Encourages learners to form sentences using “ou” words.
Rhyming Activities:
Matching words that rhyme with “ou” sound words.
Word Search & Boggle Games:
Fun challenges to find and identify “ou” words.
Look, Write, Cover, Write:
A spelling reinforcement exercise.
This workbook is ideal for learners looking to improve their phonics and spelling skills with “ou” words.

'sh' phonics sound activity booklet
This ‘sh’ Phonics Sound Workbook is an interactive learning resource designed to help early learners recognize, read, and write words containing the “sh” digraph. It includes a variety of engaging activities that support phonics development, word recognition, and handwriting practice.
Workbook Features:
Introduction to the “sh” Sound:
Learners are introduced to the “sh” sound through examples like sheep, ship, shed, shop, shark, and fish.
Word Identification Activities:
“I Spy ‘sh’ Sounds” game encourages children to find and recognize words with the “sh” digraph.
A fun circle-the-word exercise helps reinforce recognition of “sh” words in different contexts.
Writing Practice:
Exercises where children complete missing letters in words (e.g., __ip, __ark, __eep) to form “sh” words.
Dedicated spaces for tracing and writing complete words like **shop, ship, shark, and sheep.
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z, y, zz, qu phonics activity bundle with recap booklet
Includes:
Includes:
-‘z’ initial phonics sound booklet
-‘y’ initial phonics sound booklet
-‘zz’ initial phonics sound booklet
-‘qu’ initial phonics sound booklet
‘z, y, zz, qu’ phonics recap sound booklet
INITIAL SOUND BOOKLETS
Each initial sound booklet is a fun and interactive learning resource designed to help early learners practice and recognise the initial sounds in words. It combines various activities and exercises to engage young minds in developing their phonemic awareness and early writing skills.
Key Features:
‘letter’ Words Practice: Introduces common words starting with each sound, helping learners identify the sound in familiar contexts.
Spotting the ‘letter’ Sound: Activities like “I spy ‘letter’ sounds” and “I can spot ‘letter’” encourage learners to visually identify and focus on the letter.
Writing Practice: Learners get to trace and write the letter through structured exercises, building their handwriting skills.
Word Completion: Prompts allow learners to fill in the blanks with the correct sound.
Coloring Fun: coloring pages add a creative and enjoyable element to reinforce learning.
RECAP BOOKLET
The Z, Y, ZZ, QU Recap Phonics Sound Booklet is a comprehensive learning resource designed to help children review and reinforce their understanding of these phonics sounds. It includes:
Sound Recognition: Identifying the sounds “z,” “y,” “zz,” and “qu.”
Picture Matching: Associating words with images based on their beginning sounds.
Coloring by Letter: Engaging activities to reinforce sound-letter associations.
Word Matching: Connecting words like “buzz,” “zip,” “yes,” and “quad” to pictures.
Tracing Practice: Writing words with “z,” “y,” “zz,” and “qu” to improve handwriting.
Fill-in-the-Blanks: Completing words by adding the correct missing sounds.
Independent Writing: Encouraging children to write words using the learned sounds.
This booklet is a great tool for phonics practice, helping young learners build confidence in reading and writing!
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j, v, w, x phonics activity bundle with recap booklet
Includes:
-‘j’ initial phonics sound booklet
-‘v’ initial phonics sound booklet
-‘w’ initial phonics sound booklet
-‘x’ initial phonics sound booklet
‘j, v, w, x’ phonics recap sound booklet
INITIAL SOUND BOOKLETS
Each initial sound booklet is a fun and interactive learning resource designed to help early learners practice and recognise the initial sounds in words. It combines various activities and exercises to engage young minds in developing their phonemic awareness and early writing skills.
Key Features:
- ‘letter’ Words Practice: Introduces common words starting with each sound, helping learners identify the sound in familiar contexts.
Spotting the ‘letter’ Sound: Activities like “I spy ‘letter’ sounds” and “I can spot ‘letter’” encourage learners to visually identify and focus on the letter.
Writing Practice: Learners get to trace and write the letter through structured exercises, building their handwriting skills.
Word Completion: Prompts allow learners to fill in the blanks with the correct sound.
Coloring Fun: coloring pages add a creative and enjoyable element to reinforce learning.
RECAP BOOKLET
The Z, Y, ZZ, QU Recap Phonics Sound Booklet is a comprehensive learning resource designed to help children review and reinforce their understanding of these phonics sounds. It includes:
Sound Recognition: Identifying the sounds “z,” “y,” “zz,” and “qu.”
Picture Matching: Associating words with images based on their beginning sounds.
Coloring by Letter: Engaging activities to reinforce sound-letter associations.
Word Matching: Connecting words like “buzz,” “zip,” “yes,” and “quad” to pictures.
Tracing Practice: Writing words with “z,” “y,” “zz,” and “qu” to improve handwriting.
Fill-in-the-Blanks: Completing words by adding the correct missing sounds.
Independent Writing: Encouraging children to write words using the learned sounds.
This booklet is a great tool for phonics practice, helping young learners build confidence in reading and writing!

z, y, zz, qu recap phonics booklet
The Z, Y, ZZ, QU Recap Phonics Sound Booklet is a comprehensive learning resource designed to help children review and reinforce their understanding of these phonics sounds. It includes:
Sound Recognition: Identifying the sounds “z,” “y,” “zz,” and “qu.”
Picture Matching: Associating words with images based on their beginning sounds.
Coloring by Letter: Engaging activities to reinforce sound-letter associations.
Word Matching: Connecting words like “buzz,” “zip,” “yes,” and “quad” to pictures.
Tracing Practice: Writing words with “z,” “y,” “zz,” and “qu” to improve handwriting.
Fill-in-the-Blanks: Completing words by adding the correct missing sounds.
Independent Writing: Encouraging children to write words using the learned sounds.
This booklet is a great tool for phonics practice, helping young learners build confidence in reading and writing!

'qu' initial phonics sound activity booklet
The ‘qu’ Phonics Sound Workbook is a fun and educational resource designed to help kids recognize, write, and practice words containing the “qu” sound. It includes:
Word Recognition: Learning words like “quest,” “quick,” “quiz,” “quack,” and more.
“I Spy” Activities: Spotting “qu” sounds in different words.
Writing Practice: Tracing and completing words with “qu.”
Word Circling: Identifying and highlighting “qu” words.
Coloring Pages: Engaging activities to reinforce learning through creativity.
This workbook is perfect for young learners developing their phonics skills in a fun way!

'zz' sound phonics booklet
The ‘zz’ Phonics Sound Workbook is a learning resource designed to help children recognize, write, and practice words containing the “zz” sound. It includes activities such as:
Word Recognition: Identifying words like “buzz,” “fizz,” “jazz,” and “pizza.”
“I Spy” Activities: Spotting “zz” sounds in different contexts.
Writing Practice: Tracing and completing words with “zz.”
Word Circling: Finding and highlighting words with the “zz” sound.
Coloring Activities: Engaging exercises to reinforce learning through fun visuals.
This workbook is great for early learners developing their phonics skills!
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Sight Words Spelling Activity Booklet Series (Levels 1-3) - Phase 2 & 3 phonics
The Sight Words Spelling Activity Booklet Series (Levels 1-3) is a fun and interactive set of learning resources designed to help young learners master essential sight words through engaging activities. Each booklet introduces six high-frequency words that are fundamental for early reading, spelling, and writing development.
What’s Included in Each Level?
Sight Words 1 – Focuses on the words: the, to, go, no, I, and into
Sight Words 2 – Covers: you, they, all, are, my, and her
Sight Words 3 – Introduces: he, she, we, me, be, and was
Key Learning Features:
Word Recognition Activities – Children practice identifying sight words through coloring exercises, reinforcing visual memory and recognition.
Read, Trace, and Write – Step-by-step exercises help learners gradually improve their spelling, handwriting, and word recall.
Scrambled Word Puzzles – Fun unscramble-the-word challenges strengthen letter sequencing and problem-solving skills.
Flashcards for Extra Practice – Printable cut-out flashcards make reviewing words easy, whether at home or in the classroom.
Sight Word Board Game – Each booklet includes a dice-based sight word game, transforming learning into a fun and engaging experience.
Designed for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary students, this booklet series is perfect for use in classrooms, homeschooling, or as additional practice at home. With a variety of multisensory activities, children will gain confidence in reading and spelling while enjoying the process of learning.
An essential resource for building early literacy skills in a fun and interactive way!

Sight Words Spelling Activity Booklet Series (Levels 1-3) - Phase 2 & 3 phonics
The Sight Words Spelling Activity Booklet Series (Levels 1-3) is a fun and interactive set of learning resources designed to help young learners master essential sight words through engaging activities. Each booklet introduces six high-frequency words that are fundamental for early reading, spelling, and writing development.
What’s Included in Each Level?
Sight Words 1 – Focuses on the words: the, to, go, no, I, and into
Sight Words 2 – Covers: you, they, all, are, my, and her
Sight Words 3 – Introduces: he, she, we, me, be, and was
Key Learning Features:
Word Recognition Activities – Children practice identifying sight words through coloring exercises, reinforcing visual memory and recognition.
Read, Trace, and Write – Step-by-step exercises help learners gradually improve their spelling, handwriting, and word recall.
Scrambled Word Puzzles – Fun unscramble-the-word challenges strengthen letter sequencing and problem-solving skills.
Flashcards for Extra Practice – Printable cut-out flashcards make reviewing words easy, whether at home or in the classroom.
Sight Word Board Game – Each booklet includes a dice-based sight word game, transforming learning into a fun and engaging experience.
Designed for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary students, this booklet series is perfect for use in classrooms, homeschooling, or as additional practice at home. With a variety of multisensory activities, children will gain confidence in reading and spelling while enjoying the process of learning.
An essential resource for building early literacy skills in a fun and interactive way!

Sight words 3 spelling activity booklet - Phase 3
The Sight Words 3 Spelling Activity Booklet is a fun and interactive learning tool designed to help young learners develop their reading and spelling skills through engaging activities. This booklet introduces six important sight words: he, she, we, me, be, and was, which are essential for early reading fluency and sentence construction.
Key Features:
Word Recognition Activities – Fun and engaging coloring exercises encourage children to identify and focus on each sight word, reinforcing recognition.
Read, Trace, and Write – Learners strengthen their spelling and handwriting skills through progressive exercises, guiding them to first read, then trace, and finally write each word independently.
Scrambled Word Puzzles – Exciting unscramble-the-word activities help reinforce letter sequencing and word formation in a playful way.
Flashcards for Practice – Printable cut-out flashcards offer a hands-on method for practicing and reviewing sight words, making learning interactive and portable.
Sight Word Board Game – A roll-and-move game turns learning into an exciting challenge, encouraging children to say and recognize words as they progress on the board.
Perfect for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary students, this booklet is a valuable resource for classrooms, homeschooling, or additional practice at home. By incorporating a variety of fun and effective activities, children will build confidence in their reading and spelling skills, making sight word learning both engaging and rewarding!

Sight words 2 spelling activity booklet - Phase 3 phonics
The Sight Words 2 Spelling Activity Booklet is an engaging and interactive learning resource designed to help young learners master essential sight words through fun and effective activities. This booklet focuses on six high-frequency words: you, they, all, are, my, and her, which are crucial for building reading fluency and early writing skills.
Key Features:
Word Recognition Activities – Children strengthen their ability to identify sight words through coloring exercises, making learning both visual and engaging.
Read, Trace, and Write – Step-by-step practice allows kids to read, trace, and write each word multiple times, reinforcing spelling, handwriting, and memorization.
Scrambled Word Puzzles – Fun word unscramble activities challenge students to recognize and arrange letters correctly, improving word retention.
Flashcards for Practice – Printable cut-out flashcards provide a hands-on way to review and reinforce sight words at home or in the classroom.
Sight Word Board Game – A dice-based board game makes learning exciting by encouraging children to recognize and pronounce sight words as they play with friends.
Ideal for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary students, this booklet is perfect for use in classrooms, homeschooling, or extra practice at home. Through a variety of engaging activities, children will develop confidence in reading and spelling, making sight word learning both enjoyable and effective!

Sight words 1 spelling activity booklet - Phase 2 phonics
The Sight Words 1 Spelling Activity Booklet is a comprehensive and engaging resource designed to help early learners develop their reading, writing, and spelling skills through interactive exercises. This booklet focuses on six foundational sight words: the, to, go, no, I, and into, which are essential for building fluency and confidence in young readers.
Key Features:
Word Recognition Activities – Children will practice identifying sight words through fun tasks like coloring specific words to reinforce visual memory.
Read, Trace, and Write – Step-by-step exercises guide learners to first recognize, then trace, and finally write each sight word independently, strengthening spelling and handwriting skills.
Scrambled Word Puzzles – Engaging unscramble-the-word activities help reinforce letter sequencing and recognition of sight words in a playful way.
Flashcards for Practice – Printable cut-out flashcards allow for hands-on learning, making it easy to review words at home or in the classroom.
Sight Word Board Game – A fun, interactive roll-and-move game encourages kids to say and recognize words while playing with friends, turning learning into an exciting challenge.
Designed for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary students, this booklet supports literacy development through a variety of multisensory activities. Whether used in the classroom, for homeschooling, or as extra practice at home, this resource makes mastering sight words enjoyable and effective!