A selection of PowerPoints that introduce Literature Circles and the benefits of promoting this within a literacy /reading session. One is devoted to introducing Literature Circles to teachers and practitioners who are unfamiliar with them. The other two presentations are intended for children and can be used to guide them through the roles plus the approach needed for successful collaborative work. The badges for each role are provided for lamination. The pro formas for each role are also included. This approach encourages independent reading and supports active reading within the classroom. A Literature Circle word mat provides stimulating questions to scaffold and enhance speaking & listening within a group . This word mat could also be used by the teacher as a plenary activity.

I created these presentations/resources for my class as a series of cross curricular lessons on minibeasts. The resource bundle has simple and appealing presentations to introduce minibeasts and food chains. I have included tasks and active learning throughout the presentations. I feel that young learners benefit from clear and concise minibeast facts as many of the relevant non fiction texts are too difficult for early readers to access. The Butterfly Presentation includes: simple factual information about butterflies to read and discuss opportunities to build up important ‘butterfly’ vocabulary before writing ( mini whiteboard task) factual writing task with sentence stems a labelling task and life cycle sequencing task ‘butterfly’ poems to read, enjoy, discuss and perform simple ‘draw a butterfly’ task & alternative ‘cut and stick’ task The Spider presentation includes: simple factual information about spiders to read and discuss opportunities to build up important ‘spider’ vocabulary before writing (mini whiteboard task) factual writing task with sentence stems a labelling task ( spider’s body) ‘spider’ poems to read, enjoy, discuss and perform simple art lesson for a spider web The Minibeast Poetry presentation provides an opportunity for learners to compose a minibeast poem. It details the structure of the poem and has appealing graphics and suggestions to aid composition. In addition, there is a basic introduction to food chains with pupil tasks. Links are also provided throughout all the presentations to appropriate minibeast songs/stories that enhance and enrich the learners’ experience as well as active tasks/games e.g. complete the food chain. Finally, some more general resources are included on living & non-living things and a ‘roll a dice’ task (minibeast body parts) which would be an ideal starting point for very young learners. Would be delighted if you could leave feedback.

This clear, concise and colourful presentation leads the learners step by step through the composition of a list poem based on a 'magic purse' theme. There is a grammar element throughout with an emphasis on nouns, adjectives and 'ing' verbs. I have found a poetry context an effective way to embed incidental grammar teaching in class. Although the outcome is a simple list poem, it can easily be differentiated for older learners. This would involve extending each line using e.g. adverbs or an additional clause. I have included the extension task for older learners on the latter part of the presentation . I have also provided pro formas for the children to use for their initial draft before they revise, edit and improve.

This unit contains a series of writing pictorial prompts with accompanying word walls. It also has several accompanying written responses that can be analysed and serve as reminders to the children to: vary their sentence starts vary the length of their sentences use the word wall when composing sentences about the picture use capitals at the beginning of each sentence use full stops, exclamation marks and question marks as appropriate Connectives or 'joining' words are provided on each slide to encourage more complex sentences. I use it on a weekly basis to provide a 'short burst' writing task which helps the children to produce 3-5 sentences. I vary the task by asking the children to respond to the prompt on their white boards as well as within their jotters. The pictures are clear, colourful and stimulate discussion before writing and can be easily edited and changed to reflect current topic etc. The models are provided so that the teacher can easily prompt the children to notice a variety of starters , use of connectives and adjectives. I colour code the sentences - green at the start of each sentence and red for full stops, question marks and exclamation marks at the end. The unit is an additional writing resource that requires little preparation and complements longer writing tasks. Would be delighted if you could leave feedback.

I created both lessons as part of my social studies syllabus - ' People and Place'. Both lessons can act as 'stand alone' units or can be used in conjunction to compare the country and city. Both lessons focus on the composition of list poems - 'In the Country' and 'In the City' with an added emphasis on grammar and word classes in particular - nouns, adjectives and 'ing' verbs. The lessons provide a meaningful context for grammar teaching as well as discussion about each place . The word choices are embedded within the composition of the poems and successfully combine grammar with poetry composition. I have included opportunities for the children to actively participate e.g. 'quick fire' whiteboard work - identifying which words are nouns, verbs or 'ing' words. Throughout both lessons, there are opportunities for discussion in pairs or trios. I have also ensured differentiation by providing an extended poetry task for more able writers as well as a supported opportunity for less able writers. Hope that you enjoy using these resources . Many thanks for free use clip art provided by http://www.clipartlord.com/

A series of Mental Maths PowerPoint Presentations which can ideally be used as starter activities or plenaries. They focus mainly on numerical calculation within 100 and provide a 'quick fire' activity to promote mental recall. Children use mini whiteboards to record answers and each presentation provides answers which children can mark immediately as they proceed through the tasks. . Tasks include: adding, subtracting and fact families. There is an emphasis on presenting maths language in different forms like: add, count on, increase, plus, subtract, minus etc. There is no preparation required and the slides are easily edited to provide further practice.

The initial presentation provides facts and information about Saint Andrew the Patron Saint of Scotland whose feast day is 30th November. Each slide is clear, colourful and presents information simply to promote discussion. There are two online links: one that shows a short clip about Saint Andrew’s life with an additional one that links to the lyrics and music of Saint Andrew’s Hymn. The second presentation has a range of activities to allow choice of task depending on the age range of the learners. They include: a word mat to support factual writing about Saint Andrew’s life a cut and stick activity with sea background for younger learners a simple handwriting task a mind map to support writing an extended report on Saint Andrew’s life a colouring activity The first presentation is ideal for an assembly to inform and raise awareness about our Patron Saint and to celebrate his feast day. The activities should follow on after the initial presentation has been shown and discussed. I have also included a few additional jpeg files to show fellow colleagues a more comprehensive preview.

Writing a 5 line poem - CINQUAIN The introductory presentation includes: the signposts of a cinquain poem models to read, perform and analyse a planner for composition several suggestions for poetry tasks/activities an editing sheet The four seasonal presentations include: poems to read, enjoy and analyse poems where vocabulary can be explored and highlighted completed planners blank planners for poetry tasks These poetry activities also provide opportunities to explore vocabulary and consolidate grammar points. Children enjoy this type of poetry task because once they have mastered the pattern of the poem, they can compose several with different topics.

This pack contains 3 colourful and engaging Ppt presentations: Multiplying by 2 Multiplying by 3 Arrays and Positioning - draw and calculate The presentations provide opportunities for children to engage in active learning regarding the introduction of tables as well as opportunities to pictorially represent multiplication arrays. They help consolidate the basic understanding of multiplication and can be easily edited to provide variety of tasks. I have provided a link for the 2 and 3 times tables songs to reinforce the stations of the tables. I welcome feedback and hope that your classes enjoy the resources as mine have.

This comprehensive PPt allows children to craft paragraphs following a 5 sentence challenge format. It deals with description of a variety of scenes and characters. It follows a tight planning structure to build confidence and quality of description. The graphics are colourful and engaging with supportive vocabulary that can aid more reluctant writers. The slides can be easily edited to include other graphics which might enhance a topic or a novel study. Learners can be initially supported through the writing process and many will then embrace the planning and writing more independently. Although vocabulary is provided as an aid, learners can add their own alternatives. Teachers can also use the provided word banks as a prompt to encourage expansion of word choices. There is a self edit grid provided on the planning sheet. I welcome feedback.

This poetry resources pack consists of two colourful presentations: Poetry Techniques ‘Sea Fever’ by John Masefield - An Analysis ‘Poetry Techniques’ covers the use of language to create effect within poems such as figurative language,similes and metaphors. It enables the learners to develop an insight into basic poetry word/phrases that are employed by poets and writers. It sets the learners up before reading, appreciating and analysing the poem, ‘Sea Fever’ by John Masefield. ‘Sea Fever’ is a presentation which details the language used in this popular and engaging poem. The poem is analysed and the poet’s technique is examined as well as the effects of the word choices, A printable copy of the poem is provided for the learners to highlight or annotate. There is an additional artistic opportunity to produce a drawing of a tall ship as a finishing task. It could be also used for a seascape art lesson.

A comprehensive maths pack which provides practice, consolidation and reinforcement of number bonds within 100.The emphasis on addition and subtraction provides many different opportunities to calculate within 100 . The word problems ensure that the children can use and apply addition and subtraction rules within real life situations. I have differentiated many of the resources to 3 levels to accommodate a range of learners within a class. The pack consists of: Addition within 100 calculation (differentiated) Subtraction within 100 calculation ( differentiated) Word Problems ( Using and Applying Mathematical Knowledge) Ten a Day ( A set of resources to provide more practice - a mixture of calculation and problem solving) Number Square Challenges -fun activities which provide reinforcement Can be used in for differentiated groups, individually or as whiteboard activities.

This pack of resources includes : a colourful presentation which introduces 'Forces and Movement' facts that are deliberately kept simple to encourage children to recall and remember simple engaging tasks that include drawing, sorting , reading, speaking and listening with some practical tasks The main aim is to foster an understanding at an early level of simple forces and movement. I have included a duplicate presentation in printer friendly format to save printing costs. The booklet provided is an engaging activity to reinforce some basic facts about movement and forces. I have provided a presentation with a variety of toys that are ideal for displayas well as group activities. The pictures can be categorised/ sorted under the headings - PUSH, PULL or BOTH. I have also included some online links within the presentation . The 1st link is for a 'pushes and pull' song ideally performed with simple actions. The 2nd link provides an engaging link which further explains simple forces. These resources have been used to great effect with my learners as an introduction to the science unit at Key Stage 1 and also Curriculum for Excellence -Early into First Level ( Scotland). I have uploaded several word documents to show other teachers a more comprehensive view of the resource pack. Hope you enjoy using them with your young scientists. Many thanks for free use clip art provided by http://www.clipartlord.com/

There are 4 presentations in total and each of them provides a simple introduction to data handling for young learners. They present information in: block graph form tally chart form pictogram form They are ideal lesson starters as they are clear and concise. They encourage the learners to actively record answers on mini whiteboards. Answers to each slide question follows on to provide immediate correction as the learners show their whiteboard answers. This ensures whole class/group engagement in the task as well as providing immediate teacher assessment. It is easier to see who is managing the task well and those who are struggling to interpret the charts etc. The emphasis is on interpreting simple data. There is added challenge when children are asked to analyse and identify the most popular or least popular item as well as comparing two different items. These presentations offer the children some raw data that they have not had to collect themselves. This can be useful: the teacher knows that everyone has the same information without worrying about the accuracy of recording methods. So, the children can focus on analysis rather than collection at this stage. I have found this approach an ideal introduction and children are more confident when they are asked to interpret data more independently. I have uploaded several jpg files so teachers can peruse the resources more comprehensively. I hope that your children enjoy these active tasks. I would be delighted if feedback was provided.

There are 4 presentations in total and each of them provides a simple introduction to data handling for young learners. They present information in: block graph form tally chart form pictogram form They are ideal lesson starters as they are clear and concise. They encourage the learners to actively record answers on mini whiteboards. Answers to each slide question follows on to provide immediate correction as the learners show their whiteboard answers. This ensures whole class/group engagement in the task as well as providing immediate teacher assessment. It is easier to see who is managing the task well and those who are struggling to interpret the charts etc. The emphasis is on interpreting simple data. There is added challenge when children are asked to analyse and identify the most popular or least popular item as well as comparing two different items. These presentations offer the children some raw data that they have not had to collect themselves. This can be useful: the teacher knows that everyone has the same information without worrying about the accuracy of recording methods. So, the children can focus on analysis rather than collection at this stage. I have found this approach an ideal introduction and children are more confident when they are asked to interpret data more independently. I have uploaded several jpg files so teachers can peruse the resources more comprehensively. I hope that your children enjoy these active tasks. I would be delighted if feedback was provided.

This unit explores the traditional tale: The Elves and the Shoemaker with online links as well as a comprehensive range of literacy tasks for your learners. It contains: speaking and listening tasks reading the narrative syllable tasks handwriting tasks sentence construction /ordering tasks an art task as well as oral retelling of the narrative. It is particularly useful if the teacher uses many of the slides to explain and discuss tasks as well as involve the children in whiteboard tasks. A word wall is provided which can be used for further vocabulary development. It places literacy within a meaningful context and allows plenty of incidental and active learning to take place.

This presentation contains a complete poetry lesson based on days of the week . A tutorial in PowerPoint that provides several examples of poetic composition with a grammar focus on Proper Nouns and Adjectives. It can be amended and extended easily to include adverbs and similes for older learners as well as adapted for months of the year. It can be also themed if required e.g. seasonal sentences. The clear structure provides a writing frame for more hesitant writers and can be easily extended for more secure learners. 'Active Task' opportunities are given throughout the lesson to engage children with the grammar points and composition of each line. I have provided clear learning intentions and the success criteria for display and reference. In addition, I have provided an editing sheet so the teacher can clearly outline what is needed to be successful as well as a smaller version for the children to use . There is also pictorial prompt bank provided to support less secure learners. I have found placing grammar within a poetry context helps reinforce teaching and learning. I have uploaded several slide shots so teachers can view the resources more fully. Totally versatile - enjoy with your young writers! I would be delighted if you would provide feedback. Many thanks for free use clip art provided by http://www.clipartlord.com/

This ‘marvellous minibeast’ bundle contains: 7 colourful, well-structured presentations which introduce and lead learners through the wonderful world of minibeasts. There are four specific minibeast presentations featured: Bees Dragonflies Ladybirds Snails Each unit of work includes: opportunities to build up important ‘minibeast’ vocabulary before writing (mini whiteboard task) simple factual information to read and discuss labelling tasks and life cycle sequencing task factual writing tasks with sentence stems simple ‘draw a minibeast’ tasks /alternative ‘cut and stick’ tasks Additional tasks: comprehension passages with questions alphabetical order tasks minibeast word hunts minbeast handwriting minibeast grammar and punctuation tasks Three additional presentations concentrate on: minibeast report writing minibeast note taking minibeast adjectives The Minibeast Report Writing presentation provides an opportunity for learners to plan and write a non-chronological report. It details the structure of a report, encourages the use of mind mapping and has clear graphics and suggestions to aid composition. Extension tasks are included for more able learners. Editing sheets are provided differentiated to 2 levels. Note -taking is a difficult skill. This unit of work introduces learners in a clear and structured manner with opportunities for mini whiteboard work – easily adapted to paired or trio tasks. I have included tasks and active learning throughout the presentations. Within the presentations, I have provided answer slides for immediate and easy correction. I feel that young learners benefit from clear and concise minibeast facts as many of the relevant non-fiction texts can be too difficult for early readers to access initially. Links are also provided within several of the presentations to appropriate minibeast sites that enhance and enrich the learners' experience as well as providing active tasks/games and songs. I have provided some jpg files so teachers can peruse the resources more comprehensively. I would be delighted to receive any feedback. Many thanks for free use clip art provided by http://www.clipartlord.com

This bundle contains 7 PowerPoints which deal with Number, Data Handling, Area and Practical Measure. Measure The Measure presentations clearly and concisely provide opportunities for practical application of the concepts of measure. The areas covered are: Measure- length/width Measure- capacity Measure- time Measure- weight Measure - Measuring Mats ( pupil tasks - should be laminated) The initial presentations allow for group /whole class teaching and the 'Measuring Mats' provide tasks for trios, pairs or individuals after the initial teaching. Data Handling I have also included a separate Data Handling PowerPoint which takes pupils through bar charts, column charts and pie charts. Comprehensive Assessment Resources The major Number, Data Handling and Area PowerPoint can be used as a revision tool and allows teachers to thoroughly revise and assess pupils' engagement and understanding. Children can be actively involved using mini whiteboards. Answers are provided for each slide so that correction is immediate and assessment is prompt. I have provided a similar assessment test for pupils to complete as a follow up after this presentation. The layout of the pupils' test is similar to the PowerPoint and provides another opportunity for children to complete similar tasks independently. I have provided several jpg files so that teachers can peruse the breadth and quality of resources provided. The complete pack is contained within the zipped file. Most of the resources are easily edited for further use. I would be delighted if teachers provided feedback. Many thanks for the provision of clipart from www.clipartlord.com

This resource is intended to develop descriptive writing, in particular -settings. It aims to inspire confidence and motivate pupils as writers. It is intended for KS2 / Primary 4-7. A selection of different visuals, model paragraphs and planning formats are provided. Specific language devices are covered such as similes and metaphors. A video link is provided to enhance understanding of similes and metaphors in imaginative writing. The introduction is thorough and allows the teacher to : USE EFFECTIVE MODELS a structured approach is achieved by providing ‘5 sentence’ descriptive model paragraphs to explore typical features of the descriptive genre ENCOURAGE STRUCTURED PLANNING simple planning grid is provided that encourages pupils to generate effective vocabulary before sentence construction The continuation requires the pupils to generate 5 sentence paragraphs, either in collaboration or individually, using high quality images that evoke imaginative and descriptive language. This resource can be used or adapted in a variety of ways: Introduction to descriptive writing - settings ‘Short burst’ writing tasks As an additional resources to develop effective writing using figures of speech e.g. similes, metaphors It is easily editable and further images may be used to complement topics if required.