I am a London based primary school teacher with over 20 years experience. I am passionate about Key stage one and have also taught in EYFS and KS2. I love making resources for myself and other teachers.
I am a London based primary school teacher with over 20 years experience. I am passionate about Key stage one and have also taught in EYFS and KS2. I love making resources for myself and other teachers.
“Easter Symbols Explained: Engaging Resource for KS1”
Discover the rich symbolism of Easter with our comprehensive teaching resource, designed to introduce KS1 children to the significance of Easter symbols in a straightforward manner.
Included in this resource:
-An 18-page PDF explaining Easter symbols and their meanings for Christians
-A sorting activity for matching symbols to their meanings, with two levels of differentiation
-Two exemplary pieces of writing on the topic to guide students in understanding and emulating the writing style
-A vocabulary bank for writing support, available as both a display and printer-friendly version
-6 Easter Symbols worksheets with accompanying answer sheets
Unlock the understanding of Easter symbolism for young learners with our popular resource, perfect for engaging KS1 students in the Easter narrative.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-symbols-display-re-christianity-12254615
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/shrove-tuesday-12254546
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Three great resources to help you meet the learning outcomes for living things and their habitats. Classifying animals parts 1 and 2. In part 1 children will classify vertebrates and invertebrates from a woodland habitat. In part 2 children will further classify vertebrates from a woodland habitat. Each part contains a worksheet in words and with pictures plus examples of writing children can undertake within the subject. Habitats is about getting children ready to write about how animals, from the woodland, are suited to their habitat. It includes picture prompts, examples of what the writing could look like and a word bank. Lots of challenge in each resource allowing for greater depth learning.
Create a bright and colourful reading corner or area with this bunting and poster pack. Bunting to welcome students into the area and posters to help keep the area purposeful and tidy. Book tub labels are also included to help students find what they need and keep the area organized. I have recently updated the book tub labels to include over 30 labels.
I love these bright and cheery stripes and use this version of the reading display in my own classroom.
Included:
-Welcome Bunting written in all upper case letters
-Reading area rules posters
-over 30 Book tub labels
-15 Reading growth mindset posters
-Bunting which says reading corner all upper case letters
-Bunting which says reading corner in lower case (with a capital R and C)
You might also be interested in these coordinating displays:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-working-wall-display-bright-stripes-12365635
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/growth-mindset-questions-display-bold-colours-12364565
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Create a calming and tranquil book corner or reading area with this bunting and poster pack. Bunting to welcome students into the area and posters to help keep the area purposeful and tidy. Book tub labels are also included to help students find what they need and keep the area organized.
Included:
-Bunting which says reading corner all upper case letters
-Bunting which says reading corner in lower case (with a capital R and C)
-Welcome Bunting written in all upper case letters
-Reading area rules
-over 30 Book tub labels
-15 growth mindset reading posters
I also have this same display in a colourful version here:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/book-corner-area-display-bright-stripes-12167366
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/growth-mindset-reading-posters-12543533
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Check out these engaging teaching slides for introducing verbs in grammar lessons. Designed to complement noun knowledge, these slides offer versatile use for whole class instruction or small group activities. Additionally, five slides are formatted for easy printing as worksheets, providing hands-on learning opportunities. With a mix of sorting, identification tasks, and challenging activities, students are encouraged to delve deeper into their understanding. Plus, included are three verb search worksheets for added practice and reinforcement.
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-2-common-exception-words-blue-stripes-12170275
These worksheets will provide your students with practice for learning short a CVC words. They are designed to help your students master segmenting and writing short a words. These worksheets are the perfect companion to any phonics program and will help students grasp important segmenting, blending and spelling skills related to CVC words. Each worksheet is available in colour and printer friendly black and white. Answers are also included so children can self check their work.
Included:
2 worksheets in full colour
2 worksheets in black and white
2 answer sheets
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-bundle-12828908
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Here are the slides I use to prepare my KS1 students to describe how animals are suited to their habitats. The focus is a woodland habitat and the animals who make it their home.
This resource offers a lesson starter for Year 2 children, teachers and parents covering knowledge relating to ‘Living Things and their Habitats’, as a part of their science learning.
This PDF has opportunities for children to answer questions with a talk partner or as a class to develop their ideas for writing.
Included:
Short introduction with lots of questions for the class or talk partners
A sample of what pupil’s writing might look like
Prompts for writing
Sets a writing task
This is a great opportunity for writing within the subject.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/classifying-animals-part-1-year-2-12071852
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/classifying-animals-part-2-year-2-12072195
Practice reading the year 1 common exception words with this roll and read game. Included are 8 games which cover all the tricky words for the year 1 curriculum. Also included is a blank game so you can create your own game using word which suit your pupils, theme or topic.
There are two versions included: one with striped backgrounds and one plain.
This is a great resource for home learning too.
If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email missandreasclassroom@hotmail.com with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free.
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-word-mat-common-exception-words-12168506
Introduce the use of possessive apostrophe with singular nouns using this resources. There is a short introduction and 10 activities to meet the criteria of using an apostrophe with a singular noun.
Included are:
sorting activities
practice writing activities
spot the mistake
marking activities
Each worksheet includes a challenge to ensure greater depth learning.
Here are the resources I use when I introduce the au sound to my pupils.
Included:
word mat
flash cards in words and pictures (can also be used for display for matching games)
roll and read game
3 worksheets
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/eigh-sound-introduction-phase-5-phonics-12336131
Want a cute and purposeful ‘Growth Mindset Display’ to brighten up your reading corner? Simply print these growth mindset reading posters to display in your reading nook or class library.
Included:
15 growth mindset reading posters in portrait formation on a bright and cheery striped background.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12167366
These common exception words word mats are perfect for the student’s tables. They’ll have easy and quick access to the high frequency words they need as they write. Words are arranged alphabetically. Laminate these common word mats and they can be used again and again. These word mats could be photocopied and stuck into books as a reference sheet for high frequency word spellings, or enlarged and displayed in your classroom.
Included:
9 mats in a variety of colours
1 plain word mat
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-read-and-roll-game-year-1-12285122
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-word-flash-cards-or-display-blue-stripes-12168501
These resources introduce the eigh phoneme to young learners.
Included:
eigh word mat
eigh flash cards in words and pictures
3 worksheets
roll and read game
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-word-mat-common-exception-words-12168506
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-read-and-roll-game-year-1-12285122
These resources introduce the ei phoneme (as the long a sound) to young learners.
Included:
ei word mat
ei flash cards in words and pictures
3 worksheets
roll and read game
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/eigh-sound-introduction-phase-5-phonics-12336131
Create a calming and tranquil book corner or cozy reading nook with this display pack which includes bunting, poster packs and labels.
Bunting which spans across the reading area or bulletin board welcomes students into the area and serves to highlight the dedicated space for reading and exploring books.
The reading posters to help keep the area purposeful and tidy. The growth mindset posters serve to create a welcoming and inviting atmosphere.
Book tub labels can be attached to bins or containers that hold different categories of books in the classroom. They help students find what they need and keep the area organized.
Overall, by incorporating neutral colours, these classroom display resources create a calm and harmonious environment, allowing the focus to remain on the learning materials and encouraging a sense of tranquility conducive to reading and learning.
Included:
-Bunting which says reading corner all upper case letters
-Bunting which says reading corner in lower case (with a capital R and C)
-Welcome Bunting written in all upper case letters
-Reading area rules
-20 Book tub labels
-15 growth mindset reading posters
I also have this same display in a hessian version here:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/book-corner-display-natural-hessian-12569705
Practice reading CVC words with this roll and read game. Included are 5 game cards which cover all the short vowel sounds.
Included:
Instructions
5 game cards
These game cards are great for phonics practice, intro to reading lessons or to send home for homework or extra practice.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-read-and-roll-year-1-cute-stripes-12320630
Introducing our comprehensive CVC Word Bundle, expertly crafted to foster early literacy skills. Tailored for EYFS and KS1 students, this resource offers an array of engaging activities designed to enhance phonemic awareness and decoding abilities.
With this bundle, your students will embark on a journey of reading, blending, identifying, and spelling words within the CVC pattern. Through targeted phonics instruction, learners will develop a keen ear for distinguishing between various sounds, laying a solid foundation for literacy success.
Ideal for literacy centers, fast finishers, morning routines, or group activities, this resource offers versatile worksheets and activities. Take advantage of our roll and read games, perfect for both classroom use and homework assignments. These activities provide invaluable opportunities for independent practice in reading CVC words.
Included in this bundle:
-Over 70 clip cards covering a wide range of CVC words
-5 roll and read games, each focusing on a different middle vowel sound
-More than 30 meticulously crafted worksheets
-5 write the room games with 3 versions of difficulty per game
-over 70 construction cards in 2 versions
Elevate your literacy instruction with our CVC Word Bundle, tailored to meet the diverse needs of early learners.
Prepare for the back-to-school season in style with our vibrant bunting set. Craft a charming classroom ambiance and warmly greet your students with this delightful addition. Easily cut out the bunting and adorn your classroom walls or elevate your bulletin boards for an irresistibly sweet display. Each flag is A4 size.
Included in the set:
“Welcome” bunting
Two additional flags for extra flair
To complement your classroom decor seamlessly, consider enhancing your setup with these coordinating items:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/book-corner-area-display-bright-stripes-12167366
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-working-wall-display-bright-stripes-12365635
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/huge-growth-mindset-display-bundle-bright-stripes-12365887
Write the Room is a fun and engaging activity for students as it gets them up and moving around. Students hunt for words around the room and record each one on their recording sheet.
How to use this product:
Choose which card set you would like your students to practice.
-Print the cards and laminate so they can be used again and again.
-Attach the recording sheets to clipboards.
-Tack the cards around the room or in your outdoor area. Alternatively, you can put them in a tough spot or messy bin. The students will search the room for the words. When they find it they will write it on their recording sheet.
-If you wish to reuse the recording pages just laminate them and allow pupils to record using a felt tip.
Included are:
5 different games of write the room (12 cards per set)
recording sheets
answers
If your school follows RWI phonics. These write the room game cards match with word time reading 1.4. They include the words: bed, met, fan, lip, log, fun, bad, cup, dig, can, top, sat,get, fat, let, had, hit, hen, pin, it, at, mud, cot, bin, an, tip, hit, hen, pan, in, on, gap, dog, and, up, dad, up, cat, kit
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/write-the-room-word-time-reading-1-2-12889820
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-write-the-room-12869496
Here is an updated introduction to prefixes. I use this with my year 2 class to meet the requirements of the national curriculum. There are 5 activities which could be completed whole class or in small groups. Alternatively the activities can be printed off as worksheets. Each activity has a challenge included ensuring greater depth learning.
You might also be interested in:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12570369
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/verbs-introduction-year-2-12045130