Welcome to Mr G's Resource Tree, your hub for proven, research-backed teaching resources, designed to make educators' lives easier and enhance children's learning worldwide. With many resources available for FREE, I'm dedicated to accessibility and making a positive impact on education. Explore today and join us in transforming teaching and learning.
Welcome to Mr G's Resource Tree, your hub for proven, research-backed teaching resources, designed to make educators' lives easier and enhance children's learning worldwide. With many resources available for FREE, I'm dedicated to accessibility and making a positive impact on education. Explore today and join us in transforming teaching and learning.
NEW! PICK AND MIX STORIES!
Over 200 exciting story combinations to spark imagination in your classroom!
Say goodbye to blank-page syndrome! With PICK AND MIX STORIES!, your class becomes part of the storytelling magic. Simply choose a setting, a character, and a special item⌠and BOOM â a unique short story appears, ending on a cliffhanger that leaves your writers itching to finish the tale.
Perfect for inspiring:
Creative writing
Story planning
Oral storytelling
Group discussion
Literacy warm-ups
With over 200 mix-and-match story prompts, every lesson can begin with something fresh, fun, and full of potential.
Let the stories begin.
Let the writing flow.
Let imaginations soar!
Try PICK AND MIX STORIES! today â your next writing adventure is just one click away.
Special Offer for SATs Prep!
Get 3 Sets of Adapted Reasoning Tests for the Price of 2!
Boost your pupilsâ confidence with our SATs-style Reasoning Paper 2 & 3 tests â adapted and classroom-tested for maximum impact!
Whatâs Included:
Reasoning Papers 2 & 3 for 2022, 2023, and 2024 â thatâs 6 full tests!
Each test features an original question followed by an adapted version to support and challenge learners.
Fully aligned with SATs standards and proven to improve results in real classrooms.
Comes with complete mark schemes for quick and accurate assessment.
Donât miss out â get all 3 sets for the price of 2!
Perfect for revision, boosters, or whole-class prep!
NEW RESOURCE ALERT!
2022 SATs Reasoning Adapted Questions
From Mr Gâs Resource Tree
Help your pupils grow in confidence and sharpen their reasoning skills with our latest KS2 SATs preparation tool!
This online resource breaks down the 2022 SATs Reasoning paper, tackling one question at a time â followed by a cleverly adapted practice question designed to help children:
Understand the skill behind the question
Practice that skill in a supported way
Build confidence with SATs-style problems
Whether youâre a teacher looking for targeted revision or a parent supporting at home, this resource is perfect for making reasoning more manageable and meaningful!
Real questions. Adapted practice. Confident learners.
Available now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree
Link to the complete bundle of 2x to 12x, including mixed times tables and squared numbers:
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Football Player Top Trumps â Times Tables Edition!
Now available at Mr Gâs Resource Tree!
Get ready to bring world-class talent to your classroom with our Football Player Top Trumps! Featuring legendary players like Messi, Ronaldo, Maradona, Neymar, MbappĂŠ, and many more!
Each pack is designed to supercharge your childrenâs times tables fluency â all while having fun with their favourite footballers!
Choose from packs for:
2x ⢠3x ⢠4x ⢠5x ⢠6x ⢠7x ⢠8x ⢠9x ⢠10x ⢠11x ⢠12x
Mixed Times Tables and Squared Times Tables packs!
Perfect for warm-ups, small groups, and maths stations.
Boost engagement.
Build number confidence.
Score big on learning!
Grab your packs now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree and turn maths time into match time!
KS2 SATs Reading Paper Replica â Expertly Designed
Created by an experienced primary teacher and Year 6 specialist, this replica KS2 SATs Reading Paper mirrors the real thing exactly â giving your pupils the most authentic practice experience possible.
Whatâs Included?
A full Reading Booklet
Matching Question Booklet
Detailed Mark Scheme
Just like the real SATs:
Three distinct sections:
Narrative â Ben and the Moon Rock
Poem â The Circle of Life
Challenging Narrative â The Storm Watcher
Perfect for classroom preparation, booster sessions, or one-to-one revision. Help your pupils build confidence and familiarity with SATs-style questions.
Step Aboard the Titanic: Then & Now
An Unforgettable Classroom Journey Beneath the Waves
Take your learners on a fascinating voyage through time as they compare the grandeur of the Titanic before its ill-fated voyage to the haunting wreckage that lies at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean today.
This engaging lesson includes:
A vibrant PowerPoint packed with photos, facts, and discussion prompts
Thought-provoking verbal discussion opportunities on the human and environmental impact
Adapted worksheets to suit a variety of learning needs
Beautiful display resources to bring your Titanic topic to life on the classroom wall
Perfect for history, literacy, or cross-curricular exploration â this lesson will spark curiosity and empathy while developing critical thinking.
Great for exploring:
Historical evidence
Cause and effect
Past vs present comparisons
Ocean exploration
Download now and dive into history!
Bring the Titanicâs story to your classroom in a way students will never forget.
NEW! Emoji Number Bond Top Trumps Bundle
Perfect for making number bonds FUN and MEMORABLE!
Whatâs Inside?
Small Number Bond Top Trump Cards â perfect for quick games & group work!
A4 Emoji Display Cards â brighten up your maths wall with colourful number bonds!
Large Flashcards â great for whole-class chanting and number bond recall!
Ideal for EYFS & KS1 learners
Eye-catching EMOJI theme kids LOVE!
Boost fluency, recall & confidence in number bonds to 10 and 20!
Grab this smiley set and watch your class light up with learning!
SAMPLE TOP TRUMPS LINK:
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Football Player Top Trumps â Times Tables Edition!
Now available at Mr Gâs Resource Tree!
Get ready to bring world-class talent to your classroom with our Football Player Top Trumps! Featuring legendary players like Messi, Ronaldo, Maradona, Neymar, MbappĂŠ, and many more!
Each pack is designed to supercharge your childrenâs times tables fluency â all while having fun with their favourite footballers!
Choose from packs for:
2x ⢠3x ⢠4x ⢠5x ⢠6x ⢠7x ⢠8x ⢠9x ⢠10x ⢠11x ⢠12x
Mixed Times Tables and Squared Times Tables packs!
Perfect for warm-ups, small groups, and maths stations.
Boost engagement.
Build number confidence.
Score big on learning!
Grab your packs now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree and turn maths time into match time!
One-Page Comprehensions for Curious Little Readers!
Perfect for Year 1 & 2 | Fun | Fiction | Under 70 Words
Looking for short, snappy comprehension practice that keeps your class hooked? Our One-Page Comprehensions are just the ticket! Each A4 page includes a bite-sized original story (under 70 words) and six targeted questions designed for children aged 5â7.
Every story includes:
2 Retrieval questions
2 Inference questions
Imaginative, age-appropriate themes
Simple layout for independent or guided reading
From midnight snacks and cloud chairs to tiny dragons and talking socks, each page sparks imagination while building key reading skills.
Use them for:
Morning starters
Literacy rotations
Homework tasks
Guided reading
Early finishers
Loved by teachers. Approved by kids. Created with purpose.
Grab your set now and make comprehension time a favourite part of the day!
WANTED: Creative Writers!
Help the Police Catch These Unusual Creatures!
Bring writing to life in your Year 1 and Year 2 classroom with this exciting 3-lesson character description pack â tried, tested, and LOVED by learners!
The police are asking for your pupilsâ help! A mysterious video message sets the scene: three strange creatures are on the loose, and we need young writers to help describe them so they can be found!
Each engaging lesson includes:
A child-friendly PowerPoint with a police video briefing
A focus on descriptive writing using fun adjectives for body parts (eyes, ears, tails, feet, and more!)
Adapted worksheets for differentiation
Eye-catching A4 & A3 display resources
Handy word mats to support vocabulary building
This immersive writing unit has been used in real classrooms with brilliant results â children were hooked from the start and produced fantastic descriptive work!
Perfect for building confidence in:
Sentence structure
Vocabulary choice
Character development
Oracy
Are your pupils ready to become detective writers?
Let the investigation begin!
NEW: 10 Weeks of Five Minute Comprehension Starters for Year 1
Perfect for morning work, English warm-ups, or guided reading
This resource provides 10 weeksâ worth of fun, engaging comprehension mini-stories designed specifically for Year 1 learners.
Each short story is:
Just five minutes long
Paired with three focused questions: one retrieval, one inference, and one vocabulary
Crafted to spark imagination and develop early comprehension skills
Featuring exciting titles such as The Magic Crayon, The Marshmallow Moon, The Talking Cupcake, The Tiny Pirate, and many more â these stories are guaranteed to capture childrenâs attention and boost their reading confidence.
Builds key reading comprehension strategies
Encourages vocabulary discussion and oral reasoning
Low-prep and easy to integrate into your weekly routine
Available as a ready-to-use printable pack, ideal for classroom or home learning.
NEW RESOURCE ALERT!
2023 SATs Reasoning Adapted Questions
From Mr Gâs Resource Tree
Help your pupils grow in confidence and sharpen their reasoning skills with our latest KS2 SATs preparation tool!
This online resource breaks down the 2023 SATs Reasoning paper, tackling one question at a time â followed by a cleverly adapted practice question designed to help children:
Understand the skill behind the question
Practise that skill in a supported way
Build confidence with SATs-style problems
Whether youâre a teacher looking for targeted revision or a parent supporting at home, this resource is perfect for making reasoning more manageable and meaningful!
Real questions. Adapted practice. Confident learners.
Available now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree
NEW RESOURCE ALERT!
2024 SATs Reasoning Adapted Questions
From Mr Gâs Resource Tree
Help your pupils grow in confidence and sharpen their reasoning skills with our latest KS2 SATs preparation tool!
This online resource breaks down the 2024 SATs Reasoning paper, tackling one question at a time â followed by a cleverly adapted practice question designed to help children:
Understand the skill behind the question
Practise that skill in a supported way
Build confidence with SATs-style problems
Whether youâre a teacher looking for targeted revision or a parent supporting at home, this resource is perfect for making reasoning more manageable and meaningful!
Real questions. Adapted practice. Confident learners.
Available now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree
Carry on the Story! Exciting Prediction Lessons for Young Writers!
Looking for a fun and interactive way to improve childrenâs prediction skills? Our brand-new âCarry on the Storyâ lessons are designed to spark imagination, promote oracy, and bring storytelling to life!
Whatâs Included?
Four thrilling predictive texts to engage young learners:
A Mysterious Treasure Map â Where will the X lead?
A Magic Mirror - What secrets lie beyond the glass?
Mysterious Footprints - Who (or what) left them behind?
A Friendly Ghost - Can they uncover the ghostâs secret?
Perfect for:
Developing prediction skills through exciting twists
Encouraging discussion and boosting confidence in speaking
Bringing stories to life in exhilarating drama lessons
Creating endless storytelling possibilities!
Give your learners the power to predict, imagine, and create!
Available now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree!
Join the KS2 Maths 1% Club at Mr Gâs Resource Tree!
Think youâve got what it takes to be in the top 1%? Our KS2 Maths 1% Club is fun, challenging, and designed to stretch your brainpower with tricky puzzles, problem-solving questions, and critical thinking challenges!
Engaging, high-level maths questions
Encourages deep thinking & reasoning
Perfect for building confidence & speed
Can you beat the toughest questions?
Includes a video of the 1% Club and the signature music!
Who will rise to the challenge and prove they are in the top 1%? Dare to think differently and put your maths skills to the test!
Available now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree!
Are you ready? Let us see if you can make the cut!
28 Biography Comprehensions for Lower KS2!
Looking for a fun and engaging way to test comprehension skills? Or looking for some higher level texts to inspire your childrenâs biography writing? Our Lower Key Stage 2 Biography Comprehensions are perfect for:
Retrieval, inference, vocabulary, and author choice questions
Exposing children to higher-level vocabulary (with a handy glossary!)
Boosting reading confidence with inspiring real-life stories
Featuring 28 influential figures, including:
Sports legends: Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, David Beckham, Lewis Hamilton, The Rock, Maradona
Music & entertainment icons: Bob Marley, Michael Jackson, Ed Sheeran, Charlie Chaplin, KSI
Innovators & leaders: Steve Jobs, Barack Obama, Tim Berners-Lee, Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King
Historical figures: Queen Elizabeth II, Queen Victoria, Julius Caesar, Marie Curie, Tutankhamun, Amelia Earhart
Authors & creatives: William Shakespeare, Jacqueline Wilson, David Walliams
Perfect for classrooms, home learning, and tutoring! Get your pack today and watch young readers thrive!
Available now at Mr Gâs Resource Tree!
Discover Key Stage 2 poems to prepare for the end of year SATs assessments!
This bundle includes:
Five comprehensions that include retrieval, inference, vocabulary and author choice questions!
A summary of the imaginary in each poem and summaries of the meaning of each stanza and the overall message!
High quality designs for each poem that can be used for displays and also replicates the presentation of SATs!
The poems included in this bundle are:
Whispers of the Wild West
The Clock of School Days
The Magic of Holidays
The Tapestry of Life
The Journey of Growing Up
Prepare your children to succeed in their SATs assessments, engage them in a world of creativity and imagination!
For more high quality resources, check out my online store: /teaching-resources/shop/shaneginder
Discover Key Stage 2 poems to prepare for the end of year SATs assessments!
This bundle includes:
Five comprehensions that include retrieval, inference, vocabulary and author choice questions!
A summary of the imaginary in each poem and summaries of the meaning of each stanza and the overall message!
High quality designs for each poem that can be used for displays and also replicates the presentation of SATs!
The poems included in this bundle are:
Beyond the Stars
The Magic Within
The Watchful Wings
The Scars of War
The Shape of Grief
Prepare your children to succeed in their SATs assessments, engage them in a world of creativity and imagination!
For more high quality resources, check out my online store: /teaching-resources/shop/shaneginder
Discover Key Stage 2 poems to prepare for the end of year SATs assessments!
This bundle includes:
Five comprehensions that include retrieval, inference, vocabulary and author choice questions!
A summary of the imaginary in each poem and summaries of the meaning of each stanza and the overall message!
High quality designs for each poem that can be used for displays and also replicates the presentation of SATs!
The poems included in this bundle are:
The Spark of Happiness
The Turning of the Seasons
The Thread of Friendship
The Wonder of Earth
The Weaver of Dreams
Prepare your children to succeed in their SATs assessments, engage them in a world of creativity and imagination!
For more high quality resources, check out my online store: /teaching-resources/shop/shaneginder
CHECK OUT OUR FREE Y1 AND 2 KNOWLEDGE ORGANISERS HERE: /teaching-resource/y1-and-2-maths-custom-made-knowledge-organisers-for-children-teachers-and-parents-for-free-13009139
Introducing âYear 5 and 6 Math Knowledge Organisers,â expertly crafted by a dedicated mathematics specialist. This invaluable resource is your one-stop solution for mastering Year 5 and 6 math concepts. Designed for children, parents and teachers alike, these organisers cover everything you need to know in maths at this crucial stage.
For children, these organisers provide a clear and engaging overview of key math topics, making learning fun and accessible. Parents can use these resources to support their childâs learning journey at home, while teachers will find them invaluable for planning and delivering high-quality math lessons.
Donât miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your childâs math education. Download our Year 5 and 6 Math Knowledge Organisers today and discover the difference they can make.