Here you'll find a variety of activities designed to spark curiosity, support early development, and make learning fun. From story-inspired worksheets to fine motor tasks, classroom display pieces, and keepsakes like certificates and cards — each resource is made with love, care, and first-hand classroom experience. My aim is always to help teachers, TAs, and parents support children in meaningful and creative ways. I hope you find something here to bring joy and inspiration to your setting!
Here you'll find a variety of activities designed to spark curiosity, support early development, and make learning fun. From story-inspired worksheets to fine motor tasks, classroom display pieces, and keepsakes like certificates and cards — each resource is made with love, care, and first-hand classroom experience. My aim is always to help teachers, TAs, and parents support children in meaningful and creative ways. I hope you find something here to bring joy and inspiration to your setting!
Introduce little learners to numbers and counting with engaging, colourful activities inspired by Guess Who by Pam Ayres. This set includes 16 subitising cards where children place pegs on the correct number from three options, a fun dice game where children match rolls to colourful images, and a cut-and-stick activity to match pictures to the right number from two options. Other activities invite children to identify amounts and circle the correct number, use five-frames to match amounts and write the correct number, and colour pictures to represent numbers like 3 and 5.
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A 36-page printable maths resource pack inspired by Sorting Through Spring, designed for early years learners.
Includes black-and-white worksheets and colourful sorting activities that can be laminated for tuff tray or table use.
Covers repeating patterns, sorting, weight, counting, more/less/same, length, shape, a maze, day/night sorting, number identification, placing frogs onto logs, and sorting coloured antlers onto caribous.
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Make a splash with this 15-page printable resource pack inspired by A Beach for Albert!
Designed for early years learners, these fun and engaging activities explore capacity, counting, size ordering, and fine motor skills.
Includes colourful 10 frames with mini buckets, ordering buckets from empty to full, capacity-based colouring, counting sandpit items, matching buckets by capacity, and sorting bowls by size. Perfect for hands-on learning with a seaside twist!
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A 30-page printable resource pack inspired by The Same but Different Too, designed for early years learners.
Activities include identifying differences, matching opposites, spotting the odd one out, drawing patterns, ordering by height, counting with 10 frames, describing animals, and 20 sorting colourful pictures. Perfect for encouraging observation and early maths skills.
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Bring story time to life with this 26-page The Washing Line inspired printable pack!
Perfect for early years learners, this engaging resource combines maths, literacy, art/design, and fine motor activities.
Children can match by size, pair socks, design clothing, complete repeating patterns, measure with cubes, recognise the longest scarf, sort wet and dry washing, dress the mice, order animals and clothing as they appear in the story, fill in missing numbers, and more!
A fun and hands-on way to explore learning through play.
Check out my other early years resources for even more printable fun!
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Titch – 22 Printable Resources Inspired by the Picture Book!
Bring Titch’s world to life with this engaging, hands-on early years resource pack!
Perfect for nurseries, preschools, and reception classrooms, these activities explore growth, size, number recognition, and storytelling through interactive play and creativity.
What’s included?
Growth sequencing – First, then, next, last ordering activity
Maths skills – Number recognition, counting, matching amounts to numbers, and colouring in the correct amount
Size comparisons – Ordering children, bikes, and objects by size
Positional language – Where is the seed in relation to the pot?
Fine motor fun – Tracing lines to match kites with the right children
Height & measurement – 6 colourful cards for measuring with cubes
Creative thinking – Describe Titch’s feelings & appearance
Problem-solving – Give children the correct-sized bike
Interactive learning – Colour groups of 3, match amounts to numbers, and identify which kite is higher
This playful, hands-on pack supports maths, literacy, fine motor skills, and understanding of the world—perfect for growth and change topics!
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Nine Naughty Kittens – 40 Printable Resources!
Bring numbers 9 and 10 to life with this fun and engaging early years pack, inspired by the picture book Nine Naughty Kittens! Perfect for preschool, nursery and reception learners, these activities support number recognition, counting, subitising and number bonds.
What’s included?
Build a number – Structured mats for building 9 and 10 with counters or kittens
Count and colour – Spot and colour 9 or 10 kittens on a page
Count and colour – Count and colour the correct amount of wool
Matching numbers – Connect number to numeral and amount
Cut and stick activities – Make 9 or 10 kittens jump into a basket
Addition fun – Add 1 more- with simple visual problems and number tracing
Peg the number – Count kittens and peg the matching number
Matching amounts – Connect number cards to groups of kittens
Matching amounts – Play a game of snap with picture/number cards
Number ordering – Write in the missing numbers from 0-10
Number bonds – find the correct amount to make 10
Trace and write – Practice number formation
Counting – Count and write the correct amount of kittens
Counting – Count to see if there are 9 or 10 kittens
These resources are perfect for hands-on maths, independent work, or small group activities, and work beautifully for spring, pet themes, or story-linked maths learning.
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Grandpa’s Quilt is a lovely springboard into shape composition, manipulating parts into wholes, and creative patterning.
Here are some worksheet and resources perfect for early years, all tied to the theme of rotating and arranging shapes – just like making a quilt!
Grandpa’s Quilt – 2D Shape Composition & Manipulation (Printable Resource Pack)
Inspired by the picture book Grandpa’s Quilt, this 2D shape resource pack is perfect for introducing young learners to composing, rotating, sorting, and building with shapes.
With hands-on cut-and-stick activities, shape puzzles, and creative quilt-making challenges, this 30+ page pack supports the development of early geometry, spatial awareness, and fine motor skills in a meaningful, story-linked way.
What’s included?
Design your own quilt – Build colourful quilts using printable 2D shape pieces
Cut and stick shape match – Match shapes to quilt patterns or outlines
Rotating shapes puzzles – Can your shape still fit if it’s turned?
Correct Shape – Complete quilt patterns by choosing the correct shape
Shape sorting mats – Sort patches by shape, colour or size
Copy the pattern – Copy or continue colour sequences
Half shapes – Make full shapes by completing the other half
Shape hunt – Count how many of each shape you can find in the room
Shape sorting– Cut, stick, and sort shapes
Reveal a shape – Colour in the dots to reveal the hidden shapes
Describe a shape – Describe 2D shapes. Listen to an adults description of a shape and see if you can guess.
Counting Shapes – Count the 2D shapes arranged on the page
Size of a shape – Order the 2D shapes by size
This pack is ideal for EYFS and KS1 learners and fits beautifully into shape-themed weeks, story-based learning, or a home corner/tuff tray quilt-making invitation.
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Boxitects – 35 Pages of Printable Activities Inspired by the Book by Kim Smith
Get ready for creativity, construction, and teamwork!
This 35-page printable pack is inspired by the imaginative picture book Boxitects and is perfect for early years and KS1 learners. The activities encourage children to explore shape, design, storytelling, and problem-solving — all through the fun of building with boxes!
What’s Included:
Design your own invention sheets for children to dream up their own box creations
Box challenge prompt cards to inspire imaginative builds
Draw what’s inside the box activity
Inventor planning pages with space to sketch, label, and describe inventions
Shape sorting cut-and-stick – explore sides, corners, and 2D/3D shapes
Box shape match – match objects to their correct size box
Label the shapes – identify shapes and number of sides
Shape hunt sheet – tally shapes around the classroom or home
Strong structure challenge – compare and colour which designs might be strongest
Before and after drawing sheet to reflect on a building project
Character feelings – Identify children’s feelings
Speech bubble activity – write what the characters might be saying
Mini story retelling booklet – with “First, Then, Next, Finally” prompts
Teamwork poster template – children draw themselves building with a friend
Box-themed word mat with simple illustrations
Initial sounds activity (B is for Boxitects!)
Count the shapes Count shapes scattered on the page
Shape hunt- Find and colour shapes in the room
Order the story - Retell the story
Friendship - Write words that make a good friendship
Perfect For:
Early Years classrooms
Story-inspired learning
Shape exploration
Creative and imaginative play
Teamwork and problem-solving discussions
Literacy and design-based activities
These resources work brilliantly alongside a box modelling area, loose parts, or junk modelling station. Ideal for extending storytime into meaningful play and learning!
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Explore a rich collection of 14 pages featuring both mathematics and literacy resources, along with accompanying flashcards, all meticulously designed to complement the teaching of “A Squash and a Squeeze” by Julia Donaldson. Tailored specifically for early years, this pack offers a holistic approach to engaging young learners with the delightful narrative.
Matching animals to the silhouette
ordering by height
counting
addition
size/measure
habitats
adjectives
rhyming
writing frames
wanted poster
8 feelings cards
designing a new house
Ideal for both classroom settings and early childhood education at home, these resources provide flexibility in application. They can be seamlessly integrated into lesson plans or used as standalone activities to enrich the teaching of "A Squash and a Squeeze."
Explore a comprehensive collection of 40 engaging resources tailored for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), drawing inspiration from the beloved book, “The Naughty Bus.”
Our diverse range of materials encompasses literacy, math, water tray signs, story stones, and beyond. With interactive activities designed to captivate young learners, these resources provide immersive learning experiences that bring the adventures of the Naughty Bus to life in the classroom or at home.
Included in this pack
Story sequencing activity
First, then, next
6 caption cards to fill
Writing pieces
8 Story stones
Story mountain
Cut and stick bus
Wanted posters
Labelling
Describing
Height colouring
10 frames and characters
Sinking/floating colouring
Spot the difference
Maze
8 water area/tuff tray signs
Designing
12 more ideas
A large selection of resources to use alongside the story of, What the ladybird heard on holiday, by Julia Donaldson.
There are 23 pages of resources which include-
Animal cards
Describing dogs
Reading/listening
Designing
Sequencing the story
Fine motor control
Maze
Speech bubbles
Counting
Identifying animals skin
Habitats
Thought bubbles
Silhouettes
Number flash cards
Doubling
Identifying numbers
Adjectives
Wanted posters
Resources to support the book, Mr Gumpy’s outing.
There are 23 pages of both maths and literacy.
Included are
2x sets of flash cards. 1 set colour, 1 set black and black
Name animals
Sequence the characters
Weight
Sorting
Cardinal numbers
Subitise
Rules x2
Addition
Maze
Jasper’s Beanstalk Inspired Educational Resources Pack:
Unlock a world of interactive learning with this resource pack inspired by the delightful book, Jasper’s Beanstalk. Designed to engage young minds, this diverse collection encompasses math, literacy, and a captivating Tuff Tray activity.
Key Components:
Ordering Days of the Week Card Pack:
Enhance calendar skills with a dynamic card pack for ordering days of the week. This resource introduces a practical and visual approach to understanding the sequence of days and events.
Retell the Story:
Foster comprehension and creativity by inviting children to retell the charming tale of Jasper’s Beanstalk. This activity encourages verbal expression and reinforces narrative structure.
Sequence the Story:
Develop storytelling proficiency as children sequence key events from Jasper’s Beanstalk. This hands-on exercise promotes cognitive sequencing and comprehension.
Ordering by Height:
Extend mathematical understanding with an activity that challenges children to order objects by height. This engaging task develops spatial awareness and comparison skills.
2 Literacy Sheets:
Dive into literacy exploration with two tailored worksheets. These sheets provide an opportunity for, handwriting practice and other language-related activities.
Measuring:
Introduce fundamental measuring concepts with a hands-on measuring activity. Children explore height through playful interactions with objects related to the story.
Beanstalks 1-10:
Elevate counting skills with a beanstalk-themed activity focusing on numbers 1-10. This resource transforms numerical learning into an imaginative and enjoyable experience.
Colourful Beans:
Encourage color recognition and fine motor skills as children engage with a vibrant assortment of beans. This tactile element adds a sensory dimension to the learning process.
Ordering Numbers 1-10:
Strengthen numerical sequencing with an ordering activity focused on numbers 1-10. This resource provides a structured approach to number recognition and arrangement.
Story Mountain:
Cultivate narrative understanding with a story mountain activity. Children explore the story’s elements, enhancing comprehension and creativity.
This comprehensive resource pack draws inspiration from Jasper’s Beanstalk, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience that blends literacy, math, and hands-on exploration. These activities are designed to captivate young learners and bring the book to life in a meaningful and educational way.
Resources based on the book, The Perfect Fit.
The story of a yellow triangle who is in search of his triangle friends. Along the way he makes friends with a variety of other 2D shapes.
Included in the 10 page pack are, maths, literacy and PSED resources.
Identify shapes that roll
Identify the odd shape
Counting triangles within a shape
Why is triangle sad?
Speech bubbles
Recreate shape pictures
Filling a circle
Counting
Colouring
Identify happy faces
Maths and Literacy resources based along the theme, from the short story of, Rosie’s Walk by Pat Huntchins.
12 Pages of resources included are
2x positional language
Flashcards
Counting
Repeating patterns
More/less
Thought bubbles
Story sequence
Story Map
Addition
Feelings
Short writing piece