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Teaching and Learning Resources for Early Learners and KS1

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Looking for something fresh and original to ignite your classroom? Dive into a treasure trove of resources designed to captivate and inspire KS1 children. Plus, explore engaging materials for Key Stage 2 and tailored resources for SEND learners. From Phonics to Speaking & Listening, Reading & Writing activities, Maths, PSHE and a variety of exciting topic-based resources, you’ll find everything you need to create new lessons that stand out.

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Looking for something fresh and original to ignite your classroom? Dive into a treasure trove of resources designed to captivate and inspire KS1 children. Plus, explore engaging materials for Key Stage 2 and tailored resources for SEND learners. From Phonics to Speaking & Listening, Reading & Writing activities, Maths, PSHE and a variety of exciting topic-based resources, you’ll find everything you need to create new lessons that stand out.
30 Words with 'ed' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'ed' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This 4-page printable resource helps children identify and explore 30 words containing ‘ed’, such as red, bed, sled, and past tense verbs like laughed, cried, barked. Page 1: Full-colour symbol sheet featuring all 30 ‘ed’ words (with licensed Boardmaker symbols). Page 2: Black-and-white version for colouring and visual scanning. Page 3: Writing activity – children list all the ‘ed’ words they find in the grid provided. Page 4: Answer sheet with all 30 words clearly listed. Supports phonics, reading, writing, and spelling skills. Ideal for KS1 and SEND learners to reinforce sound patterns and past tense recognition.
30 Words with 'oa' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'oa' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This 4-page printable resource helps children explore 30 words containing the ‘oa’ sound, including a variety of spelling patterns. The pack features: – Words with ‘oa’ as in boat, goat, coat – ‘oa’ in compound words such as skateboard, blackboard, keyboard Page 1: Full-colour symbol grid featuring 30 “oa” sound words, clearly illustrated with licensed Boardmaker symbols to support visual learners and early readers. Page 2: Black-and-white version for colouring, word scanning, and engaging independent exploration. Page 3: Writing activity – children list all the words they find, reinforcing decoding, spelling, and handwriting skills. Or they mark off the words as they find the corresponding symbols. Page 4: Answer sheet listing all 30 words for easy checking and guided feedback. Perfect for KS1 and SEND learners, this resource supports: • Recognition of ‘oa’ sound patterns • Differentiation between simple and compound word structures • Phonics, reading, and spelling fluency Ideal for phonics groups, literacy centres, homework or speech and language support sessions.
30 Words with 'ow' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'ow' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This 4-page printable resource helps children explore 30 words containing the “ow” letter pattern, featuring both common pronunciations: – The long ‘o’ sound as in snow, grow, show – The ‘ow’ sound as in down, crown, frown By including a mix of these sound types, children learn to recognise how the same spelling can represent different sounds in English. Page 1: Full-colour symbol grid with 30 “ow” words shown using licensed Boardmaker symbols to support reading, speech, and visual understanding. Page 2: Black-and-white version of the grid for visual scanning, word spotting, and optional colouring tasks. Page 3: Writing activity – children list all the “ow” words they find in the grid, encouraging sound awareness, recall, and handwriting. Page 4: Answer sheet with all 30 target words clearly listed for self-checking or teacher guidance. This resource is perfect for KS1 and SEND learners and supports: • Phonics and sound pattern recognition • Spelling and vocabulary development • Reading fluency • Independent and supported literacy practice Great for classroom phonics groups, literacy stations, or home learning support.
30 Words with 'ou' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'ou' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This 4-page printable resource helps children explore 30 words that contain the “ou” spelling, highlighting a variety of different sound patterns. It includes: Words with the “ow” sound as in cloud, loud, proud, scout, mouth, south Words with the “oo” sound as in soup, group Words with the sounds as in jealous, moustache and less common “ou” uses like courgettes. Children learn to recognise that the “ou” letter pattern can represent multiple sounds, making this a valuable phonics and spelling activity. Page 1: Full-colour symbol grid featuring all 30 “ou” words, each clearly illustrated with licensed Boardmaker symbols for accessible, visual learning. Page 2: Black-and-white version for colouring, visual scanning, and word searching. Page 3: Writing activity – children list all the “ou” words they find in the grid, building spelling confidence and handwriting fluency. Alternatively, they can mark off the words as they find the corresponding symbols. Page 4: Answer sheet with all 30 words clearly listed, supporting self-checking and teacher guidance. Ideal for KS1 and SEND learners and supports: • Awareness of different “ou” sound patterns • Phonics, decoding, and spelling strategies • Reading and vocabulary development Perfect for small group teaching, phonics intervention, or independent literacy work.
Supporting Phonics Ch Words and Symbols
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Supporting Phonics Ch Words and Symbols

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Support young learners in mastering the ‘Ch’ sound with this phonics resource, designed for both SEND and KS1 classrooms. The pack helps children recognize and reinforce ‘Ch’ sounds and words through symbols, matching tasks, and a drawing exercise. What’s Included? 10 pages of ‘Ch’ word practice – 5 in colour & 5 in black and white, each featuring 15 words (e.g., church, chin, chocolate and cherry) with matching symbols. Each page has the same symbols and words, but in a jumbled order. Perfect for cut-and-match activities! 2 worksheets: Draw & Think Worksheet – Children illustrate the 'Ch’ words and think of three new words, writing and drawing them in the 3 blank spaces. Helpful picture clues like a chick, chair and chocolate are included to provide guidance. Word & Symbol Match Worksheet – A straightforward read-and-match worksheet where children link ‘Ch’ words to their corresponding symbols, ticking them off as they find them. Objectives: To support phonics learning with clear, visual symbols To encourage fine motor skills (cutting & drawing) To provides differentiation with colour and B&W versions Useful for independent practice, intervention groups, or whole-class learning. Boardmaker licenced.
Supporting Phonics Cl Words and Symbols
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Supporting Phonics Cl Words and Symbols

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Support young learners in mastering the ‘Cl’ sound with this phonics resource, designed for both SEND and KS1 classrooms. The pack helps children recognize and reinforce ‘Cl’ sounds and words through symbols, matching tasks, and a drawing exercise. What’s Included? 10 pages of ‘Cl’ word practice – 5 in colour & 5 in black and white, each featuring 15 words (e.g., clock, clown, cloud and clap) with matching symbols. Each page has the same symbols and words, but in a jumbled order. Perfect for cut-and-match activities! 2 worksheets: Draw & Think Worksheet – Children illustrate the 'Cl’ words and think of three new words, writing and drawing them in the 3 blank spaces. Helpful picture clues like a clamp, cling film and clippers are included to provide guidance. Word & Symbol Match Worksheet – A straightforward read-and-match worksheet where children link ‘Cl’ words to their corresponding symbols, ticking them off as they find them. Objectives: To support phonics learning with clear, visual symbols To encourage fine motor skills (cutting & drawing) To provides differentiation with colour and B&W versions Useful for independent practice, intervention groups, or whole-class learning. Boardmaker licenced.
Supporting Phonics CR Words and Symbols
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Supporting Phonics CR Words and Symbols

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Support young learners in mastering the ‘Cr’ sound with this phonics resource, designed for both SEND and KS1 classrooms. The pack helps children recognize and reinforce ‘Cr’ sounds and words through symbols, matching tasks, and a drawing exercise. What’s Included? 8 pages of ‘cr’ word practice – 4 in colour & 4 in black and white, each featuring 15 words (e.g., crayon, crib, crawl, crochet, crown) with matching symbols. Each page has the same symbols and words, but in a jumbled order. Perfect for cut-and-match activities! 2 worksheets are included: Draw & Think Worksheet – Children illustrate the ‘Cr’ words and think of three new words, writing and drawing them in the blank spaces. Helpful picture clues like a crescent moon, cream, cricket, and crocodile are included to provide guidance. Word & Symbol Match Worksheet – A straightforward read-and-match worksheet where children link ‘Cr’ words to their corresponding symbols, ticking them off as they find them. Objectives: To support phonics learning with clear, visual symbols To encourage fine motor skills (cutting & drawing) To provide differentiation with colour and B&W versions Useful for independent practice, intervention groups, or whole-class learning. Boardmaker licenced.
30 Words with 'ay' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'ay' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This engaging 4-page printable resource helps children identify and explore 30 words containing ‘ay’, such as clay, pray, decay, and compound nouns containing ‘ay’ such as playground and daydream. Page 1: Full-colour symbol grid featuring all 30 ‘ay’ words (with licensed Boardmaker symbols). Page 2: Black-and-white version for colouring and visual scanning. Page 3: Writing activity – children list all the ‘ay’ words they find in the grid. Page 4: Answer sheet with all 30 words clearly listed. Ideal for KS1 and SEND learners to reinforce sound patterns, phonics, reading, writing and spelling skills.
30 Words with 'ee' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'ee' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This 4-page printable resource helps children explore 30 words containing the ‘ee’ sound, such as bee, tree, green, feed, deer, sleepy, squeeze, and beehive. The words include animals, plants, food, and everyday items to boost phonics and vocabulary in a meaningful context. Page 1: Full-colour symbol grid with all 30 “ee” sound words, illustrated with licensed Boardmaker symbols to support early reading and visual understanding. Page 2: Black-and-white version of the grid for colouring, visual scanning, and independent engagement. Page 3: Interactive word recording sheet – children can either write a list of the “ee” words they find or tick them off from the answer list. Page 4: Cut-and-match activity – children cut out the coloured and black-and-white symbols to match or sort into groups such as animals, plants, and food. Ideal for KS1 and SEND learners, this flexible resource supports: • Phonics and long vowel sound recognition • Reading, spelling, and handwriting practice • Vocabulary development • Visual matching and category sorting • Fine motor skills through cutting and handling Perfect for phonics lessons, speech and language support, or home learning packs.
30 Words with 'OO' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'OO' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This 4-page printable resource helps children identify and explore 30 words containing the ‘OO’ sound. It includes examples with different pronunciations of “OO”, such as the sound in book, cook, hood, wood and the sound in broom, bloom, moon, spoon. This supports learners in recognising how the same letter pattern can produce different sounds, a key phonics skill. Page 1: A full-colour symbol grid featuring all 30 ‘OO’ words using licensed Boardmaker symbols, ideal for visual support and vocabulary building. Page 2: A black-and-white version of the symbol grid for colouring, word spotting, and extra engagement through scanning and visual memory. Page 3: A writing activity where children list all the ‘OO’ words they can find, encouraging independent thinking, spelling practice, and word recall. Page 4: An easy-to-read answer sheet with all 30 words clearly listed, supporting self-checking and adult-guided learning. This resource is ideal for KS1 and SEND learners to reinforce: Common and alternative phoneme representations Sound discrimination (long vs short ‘OO’) Reading fluency Spelling strategies Vocabulary development Perfect for phonics groups, independent literacy tasks, homework or speech and language support sessions.
30 Words with 'up' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'up' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This fun and focused 4-page printable resource helps children explore 30 words and phrases containing the ‘up’ sound, such as pup, cup, supper, superhero, uphill, couple, make up, and wash up. The selection includes single words, compound words, and two-word phrases, helping learners recognise how familiar sound patterns appear in different word types. Page 1: Full-colour symbol grid featuring all 30 “up” words and phrases, presented with licensed Boardmaker symbols for visual clarity and accessibility. Page 2: Black-and-white version for colouring, visual scanning, and independent searching. Page 3: Writing activity – children write a list of all the “up” words and phrases they find, promoting word recognition, handwriting, and memory. Page 4: Clear answer sheet listing all 30 target words and phrases for easy checking or guided support. Children could also tick these off as they find the matching symbols. Perfect for KS1 and SEND learners, this resource supports: • Phonics and sound pattern awareness • Vocabulary development with everyday language • Understanding of compound words and phrases • Reading, spelling, and writing practice An ideal resource for phonics sessions, speech and language groups, or home learning packs.
30 Words with 'ph' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'ph' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This 4-page printable resource helps KS1 and SEND learners explore 30 words containing the “ph” letter pattern, which commonly makes the /f/ sound. The words range from familiar vocabulary like phone, photos, and phonics, to more challenging words such as phoenix, sapphire, physiotherapist, and phantom. Children will develop phonics and word recognition skills as they identify “ph” at the start of words and within words. Page Breakdown: Page 1: Colour symbol grid with 30 “ph” words, shown with a mix of licensed Boardmaker symbols and pictures Page 2: Black-and-white version for colouring, scanning, and symbol-matching activities Page 3: Writing activity – children list or tick off all the “ph” words they find Page 4: Answer sheet with all 30 words clearly listed for self-checking or sorting tasks Learning Focus: • Phonics: Recognising and pronouncing the “ph” sound as /f/ • Spelling and vocabulary building with both familiar and rare words • Reading and symbol recognition • Extension ideas: sort words by category (animals, jobs, tech, etc.)
30 Words with 'ea' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'ea' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This 4-page printable resource helps children explore 30 words containing the “ea” letter pattern, highlighting the different sounds it can make. Examples include: – Long /ee/ as in jeans, beans, teacher, meal, beak – Short /e/ as in thread, bread, head and other sounds such as those found in heart and earth Children are introduced to both simple and more complex vocabulary through everyday words, food, nature, and people-based themes. Page 1: Full-colour symbol grid showing all 30 “ea” words with licensed Boardmaker symbols for visual and phonics support. Page 2: Black-and-white version for colouring, scanning, and interactive searching. Page 3: Word recording page – children can either write a list of the “ea” words they find or tick them off from a provided list, building phonics, handwriting, and word recognition skills. Page 4: Cut-and-match activity – children cut out matching colour and black-and-white symbols and sort words into themed groups such as food, people, nature, or objects. Ideal for KS1 and SEND learners, this resource supports: • Phonics and vowel pattern recognition • Understanding of multiple sounds from the same spelling • Reading, spelling, and writing fluency • Vocabulary expansion and sorting skills • Fine motor development through cutting and matching Perfect for phonics teaching, one to one support and home learning activities.
30 Words with 'CH' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'CH' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This 4-page printable helps KS1 and SEND children explore 30 words with the “ch” sound at the beginning (child, chick, church), middle ( anchor, machine), and end (catch, bench, hatch). • Page 1: 30 Colour symbol grid (Boardmaker) • Page 2: 30 Black-and-white version for colouring • Page 3: Word hunt and writing activity • Page 4: Answer sheet Children can colour, write, sort, and match words while building phonics, reading, and spelling skills. Ideal for classroom and SEND support.
30 Words with 'ie' Activity KS1 and SEND
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30 Words with 'ie' Activity KS1 and SEND

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This 4-page printable resource supports children in identifying and exploring 30 words containing the ‘ie’ spelling. It includes words with both common long “i” sounds (e.g. pie, tie, lie) and long “e” sounds (e.g. thief, chief, field) as well as plural and past tense forms (e.g. berries, tidies, married, studied). This resource introduces children to a variety of word types including: • Nouns (e.g. pie, thief, soldier) • Verbs (e.g. copied, carried, tied) • Plurals (e.g. berries, cherries, copies) • Compound and descriptive words (e.g. fried pie, tie-dye) Page 1: Full-colour symbol grid with all 30 “ie” words using licensed Boardmaker symbols for visual clarity. Page 2: Black-and-white version for children to colour and visually scan. Page 3: Writing and search activity – children list all the “ie” words they find, reinforcing spelling and handwriting. Page 4: Answer sheet – all 30 words clearly listed to allow children to self-check or mark off as they find them. Children can also cut and match colour and black-and-white symbols, or sort words into groups such as food, people, actions, and things. Curriculum links: • Phonics: Recognising different “ie” sound patterns • Reading and spelling high-frequency and topic-linked words • Writing and handwriting practice • Supports vocabulary development through familiar and extended words Perfect for phonics intervention, group work, home learning, and classroom literacy stations.
30 Words with 'th' Activity  KS1 & SEND
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30 Words with 'th' Activity KS1 & SEND

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This 4-page printable resource helps KS1 and SEND learners explore 30 words that contain the “th” sound. The words are grouped by position – at the beginning (e.g. thump, Thursday, thin), in the middle (e.g. mother, feather, father), and at the end (e.g. south, bath, teeth). It also includes compound and longer words such as birthday, toothbrush, bathrobe. The resource aims to develop phonics, spelling, and word recognition skills through engaging visual and writing tasks using Boardmaker symbols. Page Breakdown: Page 1: Full-colour symbol grid featuring all 30 “th” words Page 2: Black-and-white version for colouring and scanning Page 3: Writing activity – children list, tick, or write the “th” words they find Page 4: Answer sheet showing all 30 words for checking or matching Learning Focus: • Phonics: Recognising the “th” sound in various word positions • Spelling and reading common and trickier words • Symbol matching and word sorting • Encourages vocabulary expansion and handwriting practice Perfect for phonics practice, SEND support, or classroom literacy activities.
A Symbol Supported Reflection Booklet
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A Symbol Supported Reflection Booklet

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Support your young learners — including those with SEND — with this engaging, easy-to-use 4-page end-of-year reflection booklet, thoughtfully designed with symbols to aid understanding, communication, and emotional expression. This printable resource helps children reflect on the past year and look ahead to the next, promoting well-being, emotional literacy, and memory skills in a gentle and accessible way. Each page includes simple visual prompts and open-ended sentence starters with symbol support, making it ideal for EYFS, KS1, and SEND settings. Children can draw, write, or use assisted communication methods to complete the booklet. Ideal for: • End-of-term reflections • SEND and inclusive classrooms • PSHE and emotional literacy activities • One-to-one or small group work Boardmaker Licenced
Looking Back, Looking Forward Worksheets
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Looking Back, Looking Forward Worksheets

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A 3-page activity pack to support EYFS, KS1 and SEND children as they reflect on personal growth and prepare for change. Page 1 invites children to draw or write about: My Favourite Moments, Feeling Proud, Looking Ahead, Special People, My Favourite Subject, and Feeling Sad. This helps them explore emotions, memories, and hopes. Page 2 includes two drawing boxes labelled Looking Back and Looking Forward, with space to illustrate key moments, friendships, goals, or something they’re excited about. Page 3 provides lined space for writing more detailed reflections. Encourage children to think about achievements, challenges, and what they’re looking forward to next. Perfect for end-of-year or transition activities, this resource supports wellbeing, self-awareness, and confidence as part of PSHE or personal development work. Boardmaker Licenced
25 Phonics Sound Sheets KS1 with Symbols
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25 Phonics Sound Sheets KS1 with Symbols

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This KS1 and SEND phonics resource includes 25 engaging worksheets, each focusing on a different key phoneme (e.g. ch, oy, ie) taught in Letters and Sounds and other systematic synthetic phonics programmes. Each sheet features: • Three images containing the target sound (e.g. chicken, chips, cheese) • A phonics spotting task where children circle the correct corresponding pictures • A drawing space for learners to illustrate their own word with the sound (beginning, middle, or end) • Sound outlines for tracing to support spelling and handwriting Perfect for use in phonics groups, spelling interventions, or independent work, this printable pack supports segmenting, blending, sound recognition, and early spelling strategies. Ideal for Phase 3 to Phase 5 phonics, with links to KS1 reading and writing objectives. The sheets can be used individually or as part of a unit of work.
Feelings Flower Faces
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Feelings Flower Faces

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This is a fun activity where children cut out the flower faces and create their own feelings garden. It is nice for an interactive display. Children will need craft materials such as paints, collage, felt or crayons to create their garden and then add the flower faces. Another way of using these is to duplicate and play matching games, or sort into different emotions. Children can also use the cards to indicate how they feel about an activity or event. There are 4 pages of colour flower faces with 6 faces on each page.