The story of 'Something Else' by Kathryn Cave and Chris Riddell all supported with Widgit Symbols
It includes a work booklet with a range of comprehension activities about the story also supported by Widgit Symbols.
Colourful semantics to go with 23 CVC words.
I split these into 4 words per week (one week, has 3 words) and we work on spelling these words and using them in sentences, but this can be easily adapted if you wanted to use more words per week.
I have included colourful semantics boards, from the basic Who, What doing, What, to more complex Who, What doing, What, Where, Why. I have laminated these for my class and differentiate so some of the students complete only the 3 word sentences and some complete the 4 or 5 word sentences, but using the same pictures.
I have included 3 pictures of examples of students using the boards and words (I hav blanked out student names)
A PowerPoint all about the difference between the features of Fiction and Non - Fiction Books. It includes lot of fun animations and characters from a range of popular children's stories. A quick quiz a the end for pupils to identify whether the story is Fiction or Non-Fiction. All supported with Widgit Symbols.
This is a multi sensory, plain English version of The Little Mermaid.
The story is based on the Ladybird Favourite tales version. It has been rewritten in simple language. The equipment is detailed so you can make a shopping list!
The multi sensory elements are described throughout the story, but feel free to adapt to suit your needs, or if you have a better idea!
I will be using the resource with secondary age, SEN (SLD / MLD/ complex needs) students for Literacy lessons.
The ‘chapters’ are quite short, so each chapter can be used as a sensory story. I plan to do one chapter a week with my class.
The use of multi sensory input helps students to retain and understand the information within the story. For more information about why sensory stories are beneficial Google Joanna Grace.
I hope you enjoy using this story with your students!
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Immerse young learners in the wonderful world of language with these worksheets tailored specifically for Early Years and Special Educational Needs (SEN) students. These worksheets are crafted to introduce and reinforce foundational literacy skills through the engaging activities of copying and tracing words.
In the Early Years, where the journey of reading and writing begins, these worksheets serve as gentle guides. They provide a supportive platform for children to explore letter formations, connect sounds to symbols, and gradually develop their handwriting skills. The act of copying and tracing words not only enhances fine motor skills but also fosters an early connection between spoken and written language.
For SEN students, these worksheets offer a unique opportunity for differentiated learning. They accommodate diverse needs and learning styles, providing an accessible path to language development. The structured format of copying and tracing words assists in building confidence, improving hand-eye coordination, and reinforcing essential vocabulary.
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A total of 50 comprehension worksheets (24 differentiated worksheets for 6 nursery rhymes and 36 differentiated comprehension worksheets for photos).
In the 36 photo worksheets:
12 for lower abilities- find, cut and stick from a choice of 4 answers.
12 for middle abilities- find, copy and extend. The start of sentences are modelled and lines are already in place to practise writing on the line.
12 for higher abilities- students should be encouraged to write full sentences independently. Lines are in place for practising writing on the line.
The 6 Nursery Rhymes are: The Grand Old Duke of York, Row Row Row your Boat, Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star, Humpty Dumpty, Itsy-bitsy Spider and Hey Diddle Diddle.
There are 6 storyboards for all students to order events from the rhyme, then 6 worksheets for lower abilities- choosing an answer from a choice of 3 and circle/point/say the correct answer.
6 worksheets for middle abilities- choosing a correct answer from a choice of 3, then copying the answer, practicing handwriting on the lines.
6 worksheets for higher abilities to practice their handwriting, writing in full sentences and using capital letters and full stops.
For extension work- ask students to create their own questions, illustrate a rhyme themselves, recite a rhyme or create and illustrate one of their own.
Bundle of sensory stories and lesson plans suitable for EYFS SEN of low ability KS1 classes.
Contains 3 sensory story plans and a large bundle of maths plans.
Amazing value literacy pack! One full literacy lesson complete with all resources and four literacy games, all on one Power Point! Click on the links below to purchase individually or download the complete pack here. Great for improving students' SPAG.
Included:
Literacy Health Check £3:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/literacy-health-check-full-lesson-11188874
Literacy Bingo 1 £2:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/literacy-bingo-1-11034763
Literacy Bingo 2 £2:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/literacy-bingo-2-11035165
Literacy True or False 1 £2:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/literacy-true-or-false-11035011
Literacy True or False 2 £2:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/literacy-true-or-false-2-11140252
*Now also includes - Literacy Nuts and Bolts - Zizi's Story* £2.50
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/literacy-nuts-and-bolts-zuzi-s-story-complete-lesson-11253721
Includes 12 'storyboard' Nursery Rhymes:
The Grand Old Duke of York, Row Row Row Your Boat, Hey Diddle Diddle, Little Miss Muffet,
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Humpty Dumpty,
Jack and Jill, Old Mother Hubbard, Little Bo-Peep, Hickory Dickory Dock, Pat-a-cake and Itsy-bitsy Spider.
Say the rhymes with the students, get them to listen and recite each line afterwards, ask them to order the 4 pictures for each nursery rhyme, then use the differentiated worksheets to assess their writing and listening skills.
For the speaking, listening and writing worksheets we ask carers to let us know either during drop off or via email a couple of things their child has done over the weekend. We then ask the students what they did at the weekend, prompting other students to ask questions of their peers, and then do a recap by asking who did what to assess who was listening before getting the children to write either with help or independently what they did at the weekend.
**Writing sentences. Sets 1 and 2**
Differentiated worksheets.
Suitable for Primary, Early Years, SEN and Reception.
8 worksheets for lower and middle abilities. Includes words that can be copied or cut out and stuck.
8 worksheets for higher abilities. Includes lines for students to show that they can write on a line. Words can be copied or cut out and stuck to create 2 sentences for each picture.
* To enable students to group letters and leave spaces as though writing separate words.
* To show an understanding of how text is arranged on the page (e.g. writing from left to right).
* To enable students to show a basic understanding of capitals and basic punctuation (full stops and commas).
**Writing simple words and phrases. Sets 1 and 2**
Differentiated worksheets for writing simple words and phrases. Suitable for SEN, Primary, Early Years and Reception.
8 worksheets for lower and middle ability students.
8 worksheets for higher ability students.
* To show an awareness of when capital letters are used.
* To show an awareness of when full stops are used.
* To practice handwriting and writing in boxes/ on lines.
* To group letters and leave spaces as though writing separate words.
* Show an understanding of how a text is arranged on the page.
The story of 'Sidney the Skeleton.' A simple fun story about a Skeleton that everyone is scared of. All he wants is a friend so he disguises himself as a pumpkin and turns up to the Halloween party! All supported by Widgit Symbols.
An exciting interactive story designed for the special needs classroom.
Choose Your Own Adventure book encourages interaction and engagement in reading, by students making choices that influence their reading experience.
Students choose their own superhero character that they take on the adventure through the story.
10 different stories in 1 book.
PDF includes instructions on how to put the book together.
This The Little Mermaid themed write the room activity is a great way to have students moving around the room, hunting for the different cards, reading them and then writing down the answers onto recording sheets.
The recording sheets come in numbers 1-10 as well as in 2 different ability levels - plain boxes to write the answers in or boxes with handwriting lines for students to write in.
Each image is linked to the theme of The Little Mermaid and all images can be seen in the preview of this resource. This will be an excellent addition to your The Little Mermaid or Fairy Tale topic and expand your students knowledge while allowing them to move around.
You can hide these flashcards anywhere you want to get the students active and moving about. Some example are:
♦ Around the classroom
♦ Outdoor play area
♦ In a tough tray
♦ In a sensory tub
etc.
This is a great way to keep students motivated and engaged while working on their vocabulary and spelling skills.
This resource comes in col and b/w option for your preference.
This Sleeping Beauty themed write the room activity is a great way to have students moving around the room, hunting for the different cards, reading them and then writing down the answers onto recording sheets.
The recording sheets come in numbers 1-10 as well as in 2 different ability levels - plain boxes to write the answers in or boxes with handwriting lines for students to write in.
Each image is linked to the theme of Sleeping Beauty and all images can be seen in the preview of this resource. This will be an excellent addition to your Sleeping Beauty or Fairy Tale topic and expand your students knowledge while allowing them to move around.
You can hide these flashcards anywhere you want to get the students active and moving about. Some example are:
♦ Around the classroom
♦ Outdoor play area
♦ In a tough tray
♦ In a sensory tub
etc.
This is a great way to keep students motivated and engaged while working on their vocabulary and spelling skills.
This resource comes in col and b/w option for your preference.
4 different resources to help young children to join sentences into short narratives. Lots of visuals to help them with descriptions, moving on to using simple time words to create stories. All fully editable. Feedback and suggestions welcomed.
For more resources see my shop: www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/Jazel
Excellent and engaging bingo style literacy game. Students simply write True or False on their 5x5 true or false cards and mark them off if the displayed literacy clue is true or false. Subject areas include: capital letters, punctuation, their, there and they're; was and were; and spellings. Power Point game suitable for key stages 2 and 3, printable true or false cards included and further instructions on how to play inside. Great for spelling and SPAG.
For more great resources and lessons see here:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/EngageinEnglish
(Copyright free images. Frog image from pixabay, public domain: https://pixabay.com/en/frog-green-animal-amphibian-48234/P
Fantastic bundle pack of creative writing and literacy, featuring:
* Literacy Health Check
* The Haunting
* Literacy True or False - Interactive Game
See each link for more details.
For more great resources see my page here:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/EngageinEnglish
Adapted story ( symbols added) on PPt. Additional file is days of the week with weather symbols to velcro onto the correct day when telling/ re telling the story.
Easy to make into a sensory story by adding own props such as a spray bottle, rain sticks, sand, a fan etc
This has a the Tiddalick Story with visuals symbols and a visual symbol board as PDFs. This is an update for Covid 19, so that it can be sent home to our students whilst they are doing remote learning.
This is an interactive whiteboard resource about Tiddalick (Tiddalik) the Frog - an aboriginal dreaming (Dream Time) story. It has the story which is told with pictures, words and visuals (pcs). Then there are related resources to support the teaching of this story.
There is also a PowerPoint version of the story, for people who do not have Smart Notebook plus a set of worksheets.
It also has a little movie which is a joke, which has been animated to teach the concept of jokes - enjoy
There is also a YouTube clip of my class staff retelling the story.
This is an interactive whiteboard resources about How the birds got their colours - an aboriginal dreaming (Dream Time) story. It has the story which is told with pictures, words and visuals (PCS). There are also related resources to support the teaching of the story.
It has a worksheet to supplement the activity.
