This worksheet, ‘5Ws and How of Valentine’s Day’ provides a structured diagram that helps students identify the who, what, when, where, why and how of Valentine’s Day. It is a great visual graphic that can be used as a comprehension activity and to generate meaningful class discussion.
This worksheet, ‘A Little Book All About Me’ is a great way to get to know your students and for them to get to know each other. The worksheet can be folded into a mini booklet that includes colourful text boxes to prompt students to provide information about themselves, their interests and goals. These can …More
The story, ‘A Little Help from a Friend’ tells how one friend helped another to write a report about a famous American baseball player. It provides opportunities for students to practise vocabulary and comprehension skills. Answer sheet provided with file download.
This worksheet, ‘A Special Day’ is a great writing prompt that encourages students to write freely using their own creative ideas on how they could make someone else’s day special. Some students may find it difficult to motivate themselves to write creatively but this writing prompt gives students enough freedom to explore many ideas, encouraging …More
This worksheet, ‘ABCs of Valentine’s Day’ provides an alphabet grid that students can use to develop their vocabulary and brainstorm different ideas about Valentine’s Day. This is a fun and simple resource that can be used effectively before, during or after an activity and across ability levels. It can also be utilised during individual, pair …More
This worksheet, ‘Acrostic Poem of Valentine’s Facts’ is a fantastic quick activity to brainstorm facts and ideas about Valentine’s Day. It is a fun resource that can be used without preparation across all age groups and abilities. Students are required to use the letters from the word ‘Valentine’s’ to list facts or ideas that they …More
This worksheet, ‘Brainstorming Compliments’ is a fantastic resource to have students develop an understanding of the meaning of a compliment. It asks students to brainstorm compliments that they could give to their friends or family and provides two examples to get started. Compliments can be challenging for students that find it difficult to focus on …More
This graphic organiser, ‘Breaking Down Stereotypes’ helps students to think about the consequences of an individual’s behaviour on society.
The paired texts, ‘Chore Chart’ and ‘A Weekly Dilemma’ show how household chores can be managed to avoid arguments. They provide opportunities for students to practise vocabulary and comprehension skills. Answer sheet provided with file download.
This worksheet, ‘Cupid’ is a fun and interesting resource to prompt discussion and writing about the quality of ‘love’. Students are asked to fill out a profile about Cupid, one of the most prominent symbols of Valentine’s Day. Following this, students are encouraged to think of a person who is loving, either a family member …More
This graphic organiser, ‘Evaluating Gender Bias’ asks students to evaluate gender stereotypes and record their findings.
This sequencing activity, ‘ Forest Friends’ develops comprehension through sequencing images about this simple story of friends helping one another.
This writing prompt, ‘Friends Are Special’ helps students to write about friends and why they are special. It encourages students to think about their personal relationships and is aimed at broadening students’ writing and language skills.
This ice-breaker game, ‘Getting to Know You Bingo’ is a great activity that helps students get to know their new classmates. It is a well-known game in the style of a scavenger hunt where students must make their way around the room trying to find a classmate who matches each of the descriptions in the …More
This hands-on activity, ‘Heart-Shaped Cookie Recipe’ provides step-by-step recipe instructions for students to follow in the classroom or at home whilst helping them to understand the process of procedural writing. This resource gives students the opportunity to study the structure of a recipe and the language of instruction. It is a great example to prompt …More
This set of ‘I Heart School Stickers’ can be printed directly onto sticker paper. It is formatted for Avery Code C2247.
This full colour ‘I Love You Around the Globe’ illustration can be reproduced for classroom use. It depicts children from a variety of countries saying ‘I love you’ in their native languages and is a fun and educational addition to a classroom display to promote international cultural awareness.
This worksheet, ‘Key Dates in the History of Valentine’s Day’ provides a vertical timeline with space for students to explore key events using the dates provided. The timeline spans the period from Ancient Roman times to today and includes key dates relating to the history of Valentine’s Day. This resource allows students to demonstrate their …More
The paired stories, ‘Knock, Knock’ and ‘I Thought I’d Lost You’ are about the efforts of two young people to win a talent contest. In each story, the performer is supported by a faithful and encouraging friend. They provide opportunities for students to practise vocabulary and comprehension skills. Answer sheet provided with file download.
This sequencing activity, ‘Little Red Hen’ develops comprehension through sequencing images about the story of the Little Red Hen.
This diagnostic assessment template ‘Look What I Can Do!’ can be reproduced for classroom use.
This hands-on activity, ‘Make Your Own Flower Potato Stamp’ provides step-by-step instructions for students to follow in the classroom or at home. This resource directs students through the process of making flower potato stamps to be used for art and craft activities. It is particularly useful when creating greeting cards for days like Mother’s Day …More
This hands-on activity, ‘Make Your Own Heart Potato Stamp’ provides step-by-step instructions for students to follow in the classroom or at home. This resource directs students through the process of making heart potato stamps to be used for art and craft activities. It is particularly useful when creating greeting cards for days like Mother’s Day …More
This hands-on activity, ‘Make Your Own Valentine Cards’ provides step-by-step instructions for students to follow in the classroom or at home. This resource directs students through the process of making Valentine cards through using a stencil provided. It is also particularly useful for other days when greeting cards are given, such as Mother’s or Father’s …More
This hands-on activity, ‘Pink Play Dough Recipe’ provides step-by-step recipe instructions for students to follow in the classroom or at home whilst helping them to understand the process of procedural writing. This resource gives students the opportunity to study the structure of a recipe and the language of instruction. It is a great example to …More
This ‘Playground Rules’ resource provides teachers and students with rules to follow in the playground to keep them safe. It encourages students to be aware of their behaviour towards others and to take responsibility for their learning environment.
This diagnostic assessment template ‘Portfolio Parent Letter’ can be reproduced for classroom use.
This worksheet, ‘Roses are Red’ is a great writing prompt that uses the beginning of the well known poem, Roses are Red. Students are given the freedom to complete the poem using words of their own. It enforces the concept of rhyming words and the simple structure of an ABCB four-line poem.
The humorous story, ‘Running Away’ tells of the misadventures that foil a boy’s plan to run away from home with his friend. It provides opportunities for students to practise vocabulary and comprehension skills. Answer sheet provided with file download.
This diagnostic Assessment Item, ‘Social-Emotional Development Checklist’ can be used to assess students’ social-emotional development.
This activity ‘Solving Puzzles’ features a selection of simple rebus puzzles for students to solve together in pairs or small groups. Working together to solve puzzles is a great way for students to get to know each other at the beginning of the year or to encourage students to work with different classmates throughout the …More
This worksheet, ‘Symbols of Valentine’s Day’ assists students in identifying various symbols associated with Valentine’s Day. It provides a platform for interesting discussion on signs and symbols and can be used as a quick, enjoyable activity without preparation.
This worksheet ‘The Best Person I Can Be’ is a great resource that prompts students to discuss and explore the characteristics that are associated with a good person. The table then allows them to explain these characteristics in their own words and use an example of where they would see them occurring in real life.
This story, ‘The Bike Man’ tells what happens when Daniel’s bike is stolen and a mystery is solved. It provides opportunities for students to practise vocabulary and comprehension skills. Answer sheet provided with file download.
This worksheet, ‘The Origins of Valentine’s Day’ is a fantastic resource that encourages students to engage with the history of Valentine’s Day. It provides a brief summary of the legend and history of Valentine’s Day and is followed by a comprehension activity to consolidate understanding. It is an enjoyable and simple resource that can be …More
This story, ‘The Parade’ concerns a boy who needs his brother’s help to mend a puncture so he can take part in a parade. It provides opportunities for students to practise vocabulary and comprehension skills. Answer sheet provided with file download.
This set of ‘Two Truths, One Lie!’ cards can be used as a great getting-to-know-you activity at the beginning of a new school year. Each page is formatted with 4 colourful cards per page which can be cut out and given to each student. Students are asked to fill in three pieces of information about …More
This Valentine’s Day themed bunting can be reproduced and used as part of a colourful classroom display. The bunting is formatted as two flags per page. Each flag includes cut-out holes allowing them to be strung together and hung in the classroom.
This worksheet, ‘Valentine’s Day Crossword’ provides students with the opportunity to use skills including vocabulary, reasoning and spelling to find the correct Valentine’s Day words to complete the puzzle. It encourages students to identify and understand the terms being used and to build on their vocabulary of key words used during Valentine’s Day. An answer …More
This worksheet, ‘Valentine’s Day Figure Match-up’ is a fun and engaging activity to explore interesting Valentine’s Day facts and figures. Students must match each fact to its corresponding figure by either cutting out or drawing links. This resource encourages students to think logically and analytically to ascertain the most likely answer. An answer sheet is …More
This worksheet, ‘Valentine’s Day True or False’ is a thought-provoking worksheet that requires students to asses the truth of facts about Valentine’s Day. Many students may presume the answers quickly only to realise their assumptions were not correct which can lead to interesting discussions and further research into Valentine’s Day related topics. An answer sheet …More
This worksheet, ‘Valentine’s Day Unscramble’ is a great activity that encourages students to study the sounds and spellings of words associated with Valentine’s Day. Students will be challenged to unscramble letters to find common words used during Valentine’s Day celebrations. An answer sheet is also provided.
This worksheet, ‘Valentine’s Day Word Search’ gives students the opportunity to learn new vocabulary and improve their spelling of words associated with Valentine’s Day. Students must scrutinise the spelling of each word on their list, ensuring new vocabulary is committed to memory with the correct spelling.
This set of ‘Valentine’s Desk Cards’ is a great resource that provides a simple way to acknowledge Valentine’s Day. These desk cards can be cut out by students or left on their desks as a nice surprise to start the day! They are available in two different designs and formatted as one card per page.
This Valentine’s poem is a great example of a simple ABCB structured four-line poem. It is written in simple language and provides a great opportunity to explore the concept of rhyming words and rhythm.
This Valentine’s poem is a great example of a simple ABCB structured eight-line poem. It is written in simple language and provides a great opportunity to explore the concept of rhyming words and rhythm. It also offers supporting actions to each line so that students can accompany the words with movements.
This Valentine’s poem is a great example of a simple ABCB structured eight-line poem. It is written in simple language and provides a great opportunity to explore the concept of rhyming words and rhythm.
This set of ‘Valentine’s Stickers’ can be printed directly onto sticker paper. It is formatted for Avery Code C2247.
This worksheet, ‘Ways to Say I Love You’ is a fantastic resource that encourages students to recognise the different ways ‘I love you’ is expressed throughout the world. Students are required to match the correct language to the appropriate phrase. This worksheet can be used as a prompt for interesting discussions about language and multiculturalism. …More
This all about me worksheet, ‘We All Play Sports’ supports students to think about then record the sports they play in their family. It supports an understanding of getting along and staying healthy.
This all about me worksheet, ‘What Do You Like to Do?’ supports students to identify and record ideas about things they like to do. It supports an understanding of habits and preferences.
This worksheet, ‘Funny Homophones’ provides an explanation of homophones along with some common examples. It promotes an understanding of why correct spelling is important whilst introducing the concept of using homophones as a play on words. Examples of common homophones used on greeting cards such as ‘I love ewe’ are accompanied by pictures. Students are …More
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