Here are a few of the worksheets I use with my year 2 students to practice their contraction work. Easily adapted to meet the needs of children in year 3. Included are 4 worksheets and the answers. I hope you find them useful. I’ve recently updated this resources and added 4 additional worksheets to this resource. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks1-possessive-apostrophe-12080332

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

Here is a taster from my CVC worksheet collection. This sample includes one CVC spy and read worksheet. It comes in colour format as well as a printer friendly black and white version. Answers are also included. Thank you for visiting my shop. If you like this resources you might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-worksheets-12830655 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-clipcards-12828829 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cvc-roll-and-read-game-12560636

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 If you like this resource, then please rate it and/or leave a comment. If the rate-resource button on this page does not work, then go to your ratings page by clicking https://www.tes.com/my-resources/reviews

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

Here are some slides I use when introducing nouns in grammar work. The slides can be used as whole class activities or in small groups. Some of the slides could be printed out and used as worksheets. There are a variety of slides including sorting and identifying activities. Challenges are included ensuring greater depth. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/verbs-introduction-year-2-12045130

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

A traditional birthday display chart in both English and Spanish. I page per month. I laminate each page and use a white board marker to write the children’s names and day. For example, 5th John or 16th Samantha. Once you’ve done this you can just wipe them off at the end of the year and reuse the birthday chart again year after year. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-working-display-cute-stripes-12331850

Use the common exception word mats on each table when your year 2 students are writing. They will have easy and quick access to the words they need as they write. Included: 9 different coloured word mats 1 plain word mat You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-2-common-exception-word-display-blue-background-12170275

Brighly coloured and classic style birthday chart. One month per page. I laminate each page and use a white board marker to write the children’s names and day. For example, 5th John or 16th Samantha. Once you’ve done this you can just wipe them off at the end of the year and reuse the birthday chart again year after year. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/book-corner-area-display-bright-stripes-12167366

Cute and classic style birthday chart. One month per page. I laminate each page and use a white board marker to write the children’s names and day. For example, 5th John or 16th Samantha. Once you’ve done this you can just wipe them off at the end of the year and reuse the birthday chart again year after year. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-working-display-cute-stripes-12331850

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

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. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/common-exception-words-read-and-roll-year-1-cute-stripes-12320630

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. 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 like: 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 common exception words for year 1. Bold lettering and a simple black and white frame. Great for display or flash card use. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-1-common-exception-words-flash-cards-or-display-cute-crayons-12166345

Set up your classroom quickly with this display of the year 2 common exception words. Alternatively, these make great flash cards or can be used in your pocket chart or on your washing line. Four word cards per A4 sheet. 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-2-word-mat-common-exception-words-12312069

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 cute 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

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. You might also be interested in: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12167366