Sky Writer
A handwriting demonstration tool which demonstrates correct letter formation. It works well as a whole class activity on an interactive whiteboard or in a group situation on a tablet. It includes a cursive writing option.
Forest Phonics
Forest Phonics is a spelling game where you can select the phonemes you want to focus on.
ict games
A treasure chest of delightful, free numeracy and literacy games for 5 to 8 year olds.
CBeebies Stories
Animated stories and nursery rhymes from the BBC including traditional tales such as The Ugly Duckling.
Starfall Art Gallery
A delightful site for Key Stage 1 pupils about six famous artists and their work. It also promotes reading skills. There are literacy exercises. A good non-fiction text. More detailed biographies for Key Stage 2 pupils.
Balloon Phonics
Balloon Phonics is a game which focuses on three letter words (cvc). There are three game modes: Initial sounds, Middle sounds and End sounds. Appropriate for Phase 2 Letters and Sounds.
Santa's Little Helper
It's Christmas Eve and Santa is getting ready to make his delivery of presents to boys and girls all round the world. Find out in this story how he can deliver all the presents in time.
Puffin Books for Children
Popular titles from Puffin sortable by age group, genre, fiction or non-fiction.
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare
View the texts of Shakespeare's complete works.
Grammar Slammer
Rules and tips to help you write your best. Glossary of grammatical terms.
