Here are 3 templates that counsellors working with children and young people could use as a more visual aid and way of communicating the counselling contract. There is a blank one where you could fill in your own information or questions. There is one with key questions included. The third has key questions but added pictures / symbols. There is a black and white version and colour version of each of the 3 templates. Play therapists may also adapt the templates for their work with children and young people.

3 activity sheets based on the theme of World of Work for KS1. Sheet 1 shows 20 characters with props that suggest their occupations. Children can make a list of what jobs they think the people do and then write the corresponding numbers next to the characters. Sheet 3 gives suggestions that may support the children in their choices and with their written work. Sheet 2 shows 4 characters and asks the children to add props to each person to indicate what jobs they might do. They can then write the titles underneath the pictures. Sheet 3 can also be used for children to draw pictures of occupations or props and /or to write the words.

A fun speaking and listening game, for back to school, or any time, to get children into the swing of learning and concentrating again. A bumper pack of 120 flash cards showing catch phrases or sayings. Some children will be familiar with and others they may need to research or try to work out. There are 2 colour flashcards to a page. There is an answer grid that covers all the pictures and a blank grid for children to write in. There are also a set of worksheets where the cards are split up into sets of A to J, with 12 pictures per page and space underneath for them to write the answers in. A great speaking and listening activity where children can discuss with their partners or small groups and come up with likely answers. There may be more than one answer that is appropriate. May be useful, too for those learning English.

"The Lonely Daffodil: Key Stage 1 is a Unit of Work including planning ideas for Art, Science, Literacy, Music and Movement. Are you searching for a Story resource that will captivate young minds and nurture their creativity? ‘The Lonely Daffodil’ is a cross curricular resource pack for Key Stage 1 and suitable too, for Early Learners. At the heart of “The Lonely Daffodil” story, lies a powerful message of growth and resilience. The story instills in children the belief that even in the face of challenges, one can overcome adversity and blossom into something beautiful. The resource provides a springboard for meaningful discussions about feelings, friendship, perseverance, personal growth, and change. The heart-warming story of “The Lonely Daffodil” will transport young readers into a world of imagination and empathy. This resource includes the story itself, a poem, a summary, and a book review and also templates for children’s own written work. There are 2 feelings cards that encourage children to identify and articulate their emotions and that of the story character. Picture cards support the story and can be used by the children creatively. The unit of work links nicely to Book Days or Weeks / Celebrations. Boardmaker Licenced.

A phonics and spelling resource for KS1 and /or SEN children. Here is a colour worksheet and 3 black and white worksheets for children to practice writing the blends Sk and Sc and finishing /writing the words to go with the pictures. The final page is a table with all the words to support children with their writing as needed.

4 worksheets for children to write on sharing their thoughts about friends and friendship. What does friendship mean to you. Name your best friend. Write the words that describe a good friend. Write about a time when you were a good friend. Write about what you look for in a good friend. Links to writing, PSHE, Ourselves, Me, Feelings and Family and Friends.

This a set of planning and activities that includes learning objectives, resources and assessment. It uses Boardmaker symbols and is suitable for EYFS, KS1 and SEND pupils. Boardmaker licenced. The planning is based on the delightful book by Julia Donaldson. ‘The Hippo has a Hat’. The activities link to literacy - story, rhyme and handwriting. They also link in well with animals and clothing for your topic work. Activities include: Rhyme recognition and word matching, word tracing and drawing, creative arts and drama. You can use the planning and resources for a complete lesson or unit of work or dip in to Story sessions.

A cross-curricular resource with a toy theme. Children label the 12 toys for sale in the toy shop. Children say how much each toy is as written on the price tags and count out the appropriate amount of coins for each one. Children draw a picture of the toys matching the price tags. Differentiate here by adding in your own prices or children use this sheet to write the cost of the toys. Add up the cost of two toys and write the answer. Tie in with some practical work with your own toy shop, tags and coins for role play fun and application of counting and money skills.

An exciting challenge for budding designers and artists who will relish the idea of turning this ‘blank canvas’ space into a stylish room. There are lots of stimulating ideas included, on 12 slides, for children to use and/or be inspired by. This project is easily differentiated dependent on ability and children can work in pairs or groups if they wish. Suitable for KS1 and KS2.

Here is a format for children to self review their year. Sheet 1 asks some questions that children might consider in writing their reviews. They can come up with others of their own. Sheet 2 and 3 are 2 versions of a template that children can write within. Suitable for all primary school children.

A poster showing 30 things beginning with the letter C. Children can write out the words on a list. There are also word cards that can be cut out and pasted to make the list. Play a game where children can time each other to see who can find all the pictures first. Another idea is to choose 5 pictures to write a sentence about or to make into a story. Order the words into alphabetical order.

5 worksheets where children can name and label the items you might see at the Beach or Seaside and then colour in the pictures.

9 activity sheets connected to the Circus, Special Days and reading and writing. Suitable for EYFS/KS1 and SEND pupils. Connect the resources to a trip to or a visit to the Circus, either virtual or real. Page 1 is an empty bus template. Children can draw themselves and their class mates going to the Circus in the windows. Alternatively, they can choose, colour, cut and paste Circus pictures onto the bus. Page 3 shows a selection to choose from. Page 2 is a filled bus off to the Circus for children to talk about and colour in. Page 3 shows a collection of symbol cards and pictures that children can use to add to the bus, for their written work, or duplicate for matching card games. Page 4 is a writing template about a Circus trip in Colour and page 5 is the same sheet but in black and white. Pages 6 to 9 show animals and things that children might see at the Circus for them to label. These sheets are in colour and black and white. Children write the labels. Boardmaker licenced.

This resource for KS1 includes 10 colouring pages / posters with a theme of celebrating Diversity. Most pages or posters feature uplifting messages like “This is Us!”, “Every Voice Matters”, “Different but the Same”, “Colours of the World”, “Everyone Belongs”, “Together We Shine”, and “Diversity is Our Strength”. Each page is different and can be used as a starting point or inspiration for children to create their own posters on Diversity. The resource helps children understand and embrace the idea that we are all unique, yet united, promoting inclusion and acceptance in a fun and creative way.

This train-themed resource includes a variety of activities to support matching, colouring, and pattern for KS1 and EYFS learners. Page 1: A train engine with 11 colourful carriages, each a different colour pattern. (You could duplicate, cut out and laminate the small cards for matching games). Page 2: 12 different colour patterned engine cards. Duplicate, cut and match or children can use to build a train with their choice of colour carriages. Page 3: Black-and-white version of the engine and carriages for children to colour freely or copy colours from previous pages. You could task the children with making each carriage different using a set number of crayons. Children could share their creations at the end of the session to see if anyone else has an engine or carriage the same as them! Page 4: Black-and-white version of the engines sheet for children to colour in. Page 5: A train scene colouring page, using an engine and two carriages. Learning Links: Supports colour recognition, pattern, matching skills, and fine motor control, while engaging young learners in a fun train theme! Links also with Transport and Toys topics.

This PowerPoint supports early learners in recognising fruits and vegetables through real-life images, counting activities, and letter recognition. All the resources you need for a lesson - just add pencils and crayons. The 20-slide presentation highlights initial letters on each page (e.g., ‘L’ for Lemon and ‘P’ for Pineapple) and encourages counting up to 13. Key Features: • 20-slide PowerPoint with images of fruit and vegetables. • Letter & Counting Activities – Identify letters and count items. • Recording Sheet – (Laminate for reuse) - children tick and/or write numbers. • Pair or Individual Work – Encourages collaboration or independent learning. • Colouring Sheet – Labelled images for reading and colouring. • Boardmaker Symbols – Enhances accessibility for SEND learners. Learning Objectives: Name and recognise fruits & vegetables increasing vocabulary. Identify initial letters for literacy/phonics development. Count and record numbers up to 13. Encourage speaking & listening in class or group activities. Support SEND learners with visual aids. This multi-sensory resource engages children through seeing, saying, counting, writing, and colouring. Suitable for EYFS / SEND and KS1 learners. Boardmaker licenced.

A set of worksheets where children write out the words within the lines for the alphabet from A to Z. They can also write underneath each word. There can trace around the initial sounds and colour the pictures. Links to handwriting, pencil control and letter formation work.

72 silhouette picture cards showing various forms of transport / vehicles. Some of these have subtle differences which encourages observation and discussion especially when working in pairs or small groups. Duplicate and cut out for children to play matching and sorting games. There is a table where children can sort the pictures into Land, Sea or Air transport either by listing or pasting pictures.

3 worksheets for children learning to write a sentence. Themes are Friends, Travel and Shopping. There are a selection of words on each page for children to use to write their sentences along with punctuation marks.

A set of shapes for children to improve their cutting skills. There are 11 large shapes and 2 pages showing small shapes which can be used for assessment.