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The Colour Monster Lanyard Support children’s emotional wellbeing with this bright, child‑friendly Colour Monster lanyard perfect for Early Years, Nursery, Kindergarten, and Primary 1 settings. Designed at lanyard size, this resource helps educators offer quick, visual emotional check‑ins throughout the day. Each emotion card features a simple illustration inspired by The Colour Monster and uses clear, accessible language to help young children name and share how they feel. Ideal for transitions

Higher Order Thinking Skills Question CardsPerfect for Story Discussions and Literacy Development Transform story time into rich, meaningful learning with this comprehensive set of Higher Order Thinking Skills question prompts. Designed specifically for early years and primary-aged children, these cards support deep thinking, language development, and high‑quality conversations linked to any book or story. This resource includes differentiated questions across all levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy: Rem

Explore “Homes Around the World” with this beautifully illustrated, child‑friendly teaching resource! Perfect for Early Years, Preschool, Pre‑K, Kindergarten, and First Level learners. This engaging slideshow introduces children to a variety of homes from different climates, cultures, and environments in a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate way. This resource helps children: Build early global citizenship awarenessNotice similarities and differences respectfullyDevelop curi

These printables can be bound together and used a book for children to identify and learn to regulate how they are feeling. There are suggestions of what a child can do whilst feeling each emotion. Sheets can also be printed as a display; you may want to focus on a particular feeling.

Printable Planner for the 2025/2026 academic year. This planner does not have dates and can be started at any time. It is perfect for those who want to stay organised during the academic year! Each week is spread over two pages with plenty of space for notes and little reminders, meaning you can keep all of your information in one place. Additionally, there are pages for staff meetings, training days, professional development, and more! You'll never have to worry about missing important deadlin

What Rhymes with Me helps children develop their ability to predict and produce rhyme! Each page shows an object and three further illustrations; children decide which one rhymes. Turn the page to see if you are correct! This book is perfect for children who are beginning to take an interest in rhyme and can be used to consolidate rhyme with older children. The simple illustrations make it easy for children to think about rhyming words without becoming overwhelmed. Care has been taken to ensure

This printable can be used to complement your block area. Many skills are developed through block play and this resource supports you as a teacher (and children) to understand and explain the learning.

Rhyming flashcards. Children can find the matching pairs. These cards can be laminated or printed for children to colour. Extension: Children can match the word to the correct card (word cards are on pages 6-9).

A print out book for your block play area - contains: * illustrations of blocks and their names (e.g. unit, double unit, half Roman arch, etc.) * illustrations of iconic structures from around the world * graphics to give children a talking point (e.g. different types of houses/castles, characters who might live in the house) * a list of the benefits of block play on children's development

These cards can be used with children ages 4 years and over. Higher order thinking skills (remembering, understanding, applying, analysing, evaluating, and creating). Teacher or child can choose a level of difficulty and answer the question shown. These cards work well printed, cut and laminated. They can be bound together or used individually. Works well as a teacher led activity or an independent activity.

Phonics Flashcards Children can match each card to the correct letter sound. These cards can be printed and laminated or printed for children to colour. 26 pages (A4). One page for each letter of the alphabet. Upper and lower case letters on each page.

This set can be printed and attached to your lanyard. These graphics support children to identify how they feel. There are also suggestions ("What can I do?") for each emotion which help children to self-regulate. These have been used effectively with children of all ages.

A pamphlet which can be used for parents/carers and staff to support understanding of the principles which underpin early numerical development.

Reciprocal Teaching display to aid practitioners and children. Predicting - crystal ball Summarising - lasso or books Questions - microphone Clarifying - magnifying glass Short blub about each of the characters and skills that children will develop.

Ten frames which can be used to help children develop 1:1 correspondence skills. Numerals and written words are included to help children make links. Children can add jewels, beads, counters, etc. on top of white 'counters' already on the resource. These can also be used as a display. They are in a PDF format and you get 11 images in a UK A4 size. You can print them A4 size or select 'multiple per page' in the printing option menu to create smaller cards.

Ten frames which can be used to help children develop 1:1 correspondence skills. Numerals and written words are included to help children make links. Children can add jewels, beads, counters, etc. to represent the quantity shown. They are in a PDF format and you get 11 images in a UK A4 size. You can print them A4 size or select 'multiple per page' in the printing option menu to create smaller cards.

A social story to be used to help support children who are finding it difficult to access the toilet independently. This resource is useful for children who have just started school but can be used with any age. The language is simple.

Numbers 0 - 10 in natural shades to complement the learning environment.

This poster can be used to complement your block area. It shows the stages of development and how each one links to mathematical skills and abilities.

A great addition to your block play area. The front cover can be left blank for children to write their own title or you can use the map of the world. Some notable structures from around the world.