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Discover 33 more story kits, complete with illustrations, writing prompts, targeted questions for story planning, and curated vocabulary lists. This is writing, made easy! Whatever sparks your imagination, whether it's dystopian science fiction or reimagined fairy tales or eerie detective mysteries or intrepid space missions, you'll find inspiration here. For ages 8-10 & 10-12

First things first: educational resources must be effective. To make sure that ours measure up, we’ve done extensive research on 1.) the neuroscience behind how brains learn to read and 2.) the best way to teach children to read. What we found is that the Science of Reading is compatible with the way our brains acquire literacy skills and is aligned with best practices in reading education. Explore the resources below to learn more about this school of thought (pun intended).

Something as fun and engaging as a video game can’t really make for a good learning tool…right? An increasing body of research says otherwise. Game-based learning is proven to increase student engagement, which in turn improves their focus on the learning tasks at hand. The result? Happier kids, parents, and teachers. If all this sounds too good to be true, you’ll definitely want to check out these resources.

All proceeds from our canvas totes will support EdVestors’ racial equity work advancing student literacy and sense of belonging in Boston schools.These long handle full-color tote bags are great for all your grab and go needs. They feature cross stitching on handles for more stability, and will be a great canvas for your designs. They are made of 100% cotton fabric. .: 100% Cotton.: One size.: Cross stitching on handles

Give your class the exact words they need for History: Ancient Egypt. This curriculum-aligned Vocabulary Pack pairs 28 essential words — from afterlife and archaeologist to sphinx and pyramid — with Mrs Wordsmith's hilarious illustrated characters, ready-to-teach lesson plans, and printable posters. No prep required. Learning Goals Learn 28 essential History vocabulary words covering ancient Egyptian society, beliefs, rulers and daily life. Build the vocabulary needed for reading comprehension and vocabulary-rich writing on this curriculum topic. Practise new words in context through synonyms, word pairs and sentence-building. Develop oracy skills through structured “Turn and Talk” paired discussion. Build confidence writing independently using topic-specific vocabulary. What’s Inside 28 illustrated vocabulary words, each with a child-friendly definition and discussion prompt. Word map activities pairing every word with synonyms and common word pairs. Ready-to-teach lesson plans, including a step-by-step suggested teaching sequence. Extension writing activities, from independent sentence practice to free-write prompts. A full word glossary plus printable word cards, perfect for a classroom word wall. Meet the Cast: Mrs Wordsmith’s illustrated characters, used throughout to bring each word to life. Printable posters to display new vocabulary around the classroom. How It Works Choose one word a day, or run an extended session once or twice a week — five to ten minutes per word. Introduce the word and illustration, then read the child-friendly definition aloud together. Use the Turn and Talk prompt for paired discussion, then explore synonyms and word pairs on the word map. Extend learning with independent writing practice, sentence sharing and a free-write task. Recap what’s been learned with a quick vocabulary quiz at the end of the week. Why It Works Curriculum-aligned: built from real UK National Curriculum History topics, not a generic wordlist. Research-backed: readers need to know around 98% of the words in a text to understand it (Carver, 1994; Nation, 2006) — so we teach the words deliberately. Character-led engagement: hilarious illustrations and Mrs Wordsmith’s cast keep children interested and help new words stick. Teacher-ready from day one: fully structured lesson plans, no adapting required. Supports oracy and writing across the curriculum, not just English lessons. Specifications Format: Digital download (PDF) — print or project. Subject: History. Topic: Ancient Egypt. Vocabulary: 28 curriculum-aligned words. Curriculum alignment: UK primary curriculum, History (Key Stage 2 focus). Includes: illustrated word cards, word maps, lesson plans, extension writing activities, word glossary and printable posters. Who It’s For Teachers looking for a ready-to-teach vocabulary unit for a History topic. Parents and homeschoolers supporting curriculum-aligned learning at home. Tutors building subject-specific vocabulary alongside reading comprehension. Any child curious about pharaohs, pyramids and life in ancient Egypt. From afterlife to worship — give this topic the words it deserves.

WordLore Legends is a story-driven fantasy world that turns vocabulary into adventure. Built around richly illustrated characters, quests, and lore, it helps kids grow their word power through play, reading, and role-based challenges, making language learning feel like leveling up in a game.
he same rich, descriptive vocabulary — one page at a time, and one card at a time. Storyteller's Word a Day turns vocabulary-building into a five-minute daily ritual. This flip book delivers 180 hilariously illustrated words — the kind you need to describe characters, places, weather, action, emotions, tastes, and smells — one page a day, until a whole year's worth of rich vocabulary has snuck in almost without noticing. Vocabularious takes that same descriptive vocabulary and turns it into competitive fun. With three hilarious card games in one box — a memory game, a race to lose your cards, and an act-it-out guessing game — 1 to 10 players battle it out using 120 vivid words, from "audacious" to "devious." Together, they give kids constant, varied exposure to the vocabulary that makes writing come alive — whether it's a quiet daily flip-through or a loud, competitive card game with friends. Ideal for ages 8–12. What's included: Storyteller's Word a Day (flip book with stand, ages 8–12) Vocabularious (3-in-1 card game, 1–10 players, ages 8–12)

Learning to read takes repetition — so we made it ridiculously fun. This bundle pairs a set of laugh-out-loud decodable books with a fast-paced phonics card game, giving early readers two different ways to practice the same skills: on the page, and at the table. Readiculous Readers: Stage 1 is a set of 12 expertly designed paperback readers that introduce new letter-sound patterns — vowel digraphs, consonant blends — while systematically reinforcing what's already been learned. Each story features Mrs Wordsmith's silly cast of characters, so kids build decoding skills and fluency without it ever feeling like a drill. Blah Blah Blah Phonics Card Game takes those same skills off the page and into play. This quick, giggle-inducing card game builds blending and decoding fluency through fast rounds that kids actually want to repeat — perfect as a classroom transition activity, a homework reward, or a rainy-day game at home. Together, they turn phonics practice into a habit kids look forward to — whether they're sounding out a new book or racing through a deck of cards. Ideal for ages 4+. What's included: Readiculous Readers: Stage 1 (set of 12 paperback readers, ages 4+) Blah Blah Blah Phonics Card Game (ages 4+)

Turn word-lovers into storytellers, one card and one chapter at a time. This bundle pairs a hilariously competitive vocabulary game with a step-by-step guide to writing a great story — everything a young writer needs to go from idea to finished tale. Storyteller's Card Game gets the creativity flowing first: 300 illustrated word cards and 200 story prompts that build vocabulary while kids battle it out to tell the best story on the spot. Gather three or more players and let the competitive storytelling begin. How to Write a Story then gives that creativity structure. This illustrated handbook walks kids through 21 story kits — building a character, creating real tension, and landing the ending — so every idea sparked at the card table can become a finished, well-crafted story. Together, they cover both halves of great storytelling: the words to spark an idea, and the craft to see it through. Ideal for ages 7–12, whether it's game night, a rainy afternoon, or practice for a school writing assignment. What's included: Storyteller's Card Game (ages 7–11) How to Write a Story (illustrated book, ages 8–12)

Discover the words of America's greatest stories — and the tools to write your own. Two Mrs Wordsmith bestsellers, paired for one historic occasion: America's 250th anniversary. America has always been a nation of storytellers. From the framers who wrote the Declaration to the novelists who shaped its literary canon, the story of America has always been told in words worth knowing. The Great American Story: 250 Words for 250 Years hands kids ages 7–12 the vocabulary to join that conversation — 250 words spanning art, activism, democracy, invention, and the American spirit, delivered as instantly downloadable, illustrated PDFs across 10 themed word sets. How to Write a Story gives them the craft to put those words to work. This illustrated handbook walks children ages 8–12 through 21 story kits — developing a character, building real tension, sticking the ending — turning inspiration into a finished story. Together, this bundle gives young writers everything they need: the vocabulary of a 250-year story, and the storytelling skills to write their own chapter in it. Perfect for a school project, a writing competition, or a family activity built around America's anniversary year. What's included: The Great American Story: 250 Words for 250 Years (digital download, ages 7–12) How to Write a Story (illustrated book, ages 8–12)

Give your class the exact words they need for History: Ancient Greece. This curriculum-aligned Vocabulary Pack pairs 28 essential words — from acropolis and agora to tragedy and trireme — with Mrs Wordsmith's hilarious illustrated characters, ready-to-teach lesson plans, and printable posters. No prep required. Learning Goals Learn 28 essential History vocabulary words covering ancient Greek society, mythology, government and daily life. Build the vocabulary needed for reading comprehension and vocabulary-rich writing on this curriculum topic. Practise new words in context through synonyms, word pairs and sentence-building. Develop oracy skills through structured “Turn and Talk” paired discussion. Build confidence writing independently using topic-specific vocabulary. What’s Inside 28 illustrated vocabulary words, each with a child-friendly definition and discussion prompt. Word map activities pairing every word with synonyms and common word pairs. Ready-to-teach lesson plans, including a step-by-step suggested teaching sequence. Extension writing activities, from independent sentence practice to free-write prompts. A full word glossary plus printable word cards, perfect for a classroom word wall. Meet the Cast: Mrs Wordsmith’s illustrated characters, used throughout to bring each word to life. Printable posters to display new vocabulary around the classroom. How It Works Choose one word a day, or run an extended session once or twice a week — five to ten minutes per word. Introduce the word and illustration, then read the child-friendly definition aloud together. Use the Turn and Talk prompt for paired discussion, then explore synonyms and word pairs on the word map. Extend learning with independent writing practice, sentence sharing and a free-write task. Recap what’s been learned with a quick vocabulary quiz at the end of the week. Why It Works Curriculum-aligned: built from real UK National Curriculum History topics, not a generic wordlist. Research-backed: readers need to know around 98% of the words in a text to understand it (Carver, 1994; Nation, 2006) — so we teach the words deliberately. Character-led engagement: hilarious illustrations and Mrs Wordsmith’s cast keep children interested and help new words stick. Teacher-ready from day one: fully structured lesson plans, no adapting required. Supports oracy and writing across the curriculum, not just English lessons. Specifications Format: Digital download (PDF) — print or project. Subject: History. Topic: Ancient Greece. Vocabulary: 28 curriculum-aligned words. Curriculum alignment: UK primary curriculum, History (Key Stage 2 focus). Includes: illustrated word cards, word maps, lesson plans, extension writing activities, word glossary and printable posters. Who It’s For Teachers looking for a ready-to-teach vocabulary unit for a History topic. Parents and homeschoolers supporting curriculum-aligned learning at home. Tutors building subject-specific vocabulary alongside reading comprehension. Any child curious about ancient Greek myths, government and daily life. From acropolis to underworld — give this topic the words it deserves.

Give your class the exact words they need for History: Stone Age / Neolithic Period. This curriculum-aligned Vocabulary Pack pairs 28 essential words — from adze and agriculture to megalith and subsistence — with Mrs Wordsmith's hilarious illustrated characters, ready-to-teach lesson plans, and printable posters. No prep required. Learning Goals Learn 28 essential History vocabulary words covering early farming, tools, settlements and daily life in the Stone Age. Build the vocabulary needed for reading comprehension and vocabulary-rich writing on this curriculum topic. Practise new words in context through synonyms, word pairs and sentence-building. Develop oracy skills through structured “Turn and Talk” paired discussion. Build confidence writing independently using topic-specific vocabulary. What’s Inside 28 illustrated vocabulary words, each with a child-friendly definition and discussion prompt. Word map activities pairing every word with synonyms and common word pairs. Ready-to-teach lesson plans, including a step-by-step suggested teaching sequence. Extension writing activities, from independent sentence practice to free-write prompts. A full word glossary plus printable word cards, perfect for a classroom word wall. Meet the Cast: Mrs Wordsmith’s illustrated characters, used throughout to bring each word to life. Printable posters to display new vocabulary around the classroom. How It Works Choose one word a day, or run an extended session once or twice a week — five to ten minutes per word. Introduce the word and illustration, then read the child-friendly definition aloud together. Use the Turn and Talk prompt for paired discussion, then explore synonyms and word pairs on the word map. Extend learning with independent writing practice, sentence sharing and a free-write task. Recap what’s been learned with a quick vocabulary quiz at the end of the week. Why It Works Curriculum-aligned: built from real UK National Curriculum History topics, not a generic wordlist. Research-backed: readers need to know around 98% of the words in a text to understand it (Carver, 1994; Nation, 2006) — so we teach the words deliberately. Character-led engagement: hilarious illustrations and Mrs Wordsmith’s cast keep children interested and help new words stick. Teacher-ready from day one: fully structured lesson plans, no adapting required. Supports oracy and writing across the curriculum, not just English lessons. Specifications Format: Digital download (PDF) — print or project. Subject: History. Topic: Stone Age / Neolithic Period. Vocabulary: 28 curriculum-aligned words. Curriculum alignment: UK primary curriculum, History (Key Stage 2 focus). Includes: illustrated word cards, word maps, lesson plans, extension writing activities, word glossary and printable posters. Who It’s For Teachers looking for a ready-to-teach vocabulary unit for a History topic. Parents and homeschoolers supporting curriculum-aligned learning at home. Tutors building subject-specific vocabulary alongside reading comprehension. Any child curious about early farming, tools and life in the Stone Age. From adze to subsistence — give this topic the words it deserves.

Give your class the exact words they need for Geography: Extreme Weather and Climate Zones. This curriculum-aligned Vocabulary Pack pairs 30 essential words — from arid and atmosphere to tsunami and typhoon — with Mrs Wordsmith's hilarious illustrated characters, ready-to-teach lesson plans, and printable posters. No prep required. Learning Goals Learn 30 essential Geography vocabulary words covering weather, climate zones and natural phenomena. Build the vocabulary needed for reading comprehension and vocabulary-rich writing on this curriculum topic. Practise new words in context through synonyms, word pairs and sentence-building. Develop oracy skills through structured “Turn and Talk” paired discussion. Build confidence writing independently using topic-specific vocabulary. What’s Inside 30 illustrated vocabulary words, each with a child-friendly definition and discussion prompt. Word map activities pairing every word with synonyms and common word pairs. Ready-to-teach lesson plans, including a step-by-step suggested teaching sequence. Extension writing activities, from independent sentence practice to free-write prompts. A full word glossary plus printable word cards, perfect for a classroom word wall. Meet the Cast: Mrs Wordsmith’s illustrated characters, used throughout to bring each word to life. Printable posters to display new vocabulary around the classroom. How It Works Choose one word a day, or run an extended session once or twice a week — five to ten minutes per word. Introduce the word and illustration, then read the child-friendly definition aloud together. Use the Turn and Talk prompt for paired discussion, then explore synonyms and word pairs on the word map. Extend learning with independent writing practice, sentence sharing and a free-write task. Recap what’s been learned with a quick vocabulary quiz at the end of the week. Why It Works Curriculum-aligned: built from real UK National Curriculum Geography topics, not a generic wordlist. Research-backed: readers need to know around 98% of the words in a text to understand it (Carver, 1994; Nation, 2006) — so we teach the words deliberately. Character-led engagement: hilarious illustrations and Mrs Wordsmith’s cast keep children interested and help new words stick. Teacher-ready from day one: fully structured lesson plans, no adapting required. Supports oracy and writing across the curriculum, not just English lessons. Specifications Format: Digital download (PDF) — print or project. Subject: Geography. Topic: Extreme Weather and Climate Zones. Vocabulary: 30 curriculum-aligned words. Curriculum alignment: UK primary curriculum, Geography (Key Stage 2 focus). Includes: illustrated word cards, word maps, lesson plans, extension writing activities, word glossary and printable posters. Who It’s For Teachers looking for a ready-to-teach vocabulary unit for a Geography topic. Parents and homeschoolers supporting curriculum-aligned learning at home. Tutors building subject-specific vocabulary alongside reading comprehension. Any child expanding their vocabulary around weather, climate and the natural world. From arid to typhoon — give this topic the words it deserves.

Give every child in your school the writing skills they'll use for life. The Word Wizardry Writing Toolkit is a complete, ready-made classroom resource that gives teachers everything they need to teach writing — with confidence, structure, and results. No hunting for resources. No time wasted planning from scratch. Just brilliant, curriculum-aligned tools your students will actually enjoy. Bursting with rich vocabulary, bold illustrations, and engaging activities rooted in the Science of Reading, this bundle is designed so that children don't just learn how to write — they want to write. When kids are entertained, they pay attention. And when they pay attention, they truly learn. What's included (for schools with one class per grade): The Book of Big Feelings ×7 (Kindergarten–Grade 6): Emotionally engaging stories and vocabulary that give children the words to express themselves and fuel their writing Storyteller's Word a Day ×4 (Grades 3–6): Builds rich, expressive vocabulary day by day through this captivating illustrated flipbook Vocabularious ×4 (Grades 3–6): The word-collecting card game that makes vocabulary stick — perfect for independent learning and group work How to Write a Story ×4 (Grades 3–6): A step-by-step guide that gives students the skills, structure, and words to become confident, creative writers Simply add any combination of our products to your order and the discount is applied automatically. If your school is 5FE or more, just add as many smaller bundles as you need (e.g. 2FE & 3FE) or get in touch.

Give every child in your school the writing skills they'll use for life. The Word Wizardry Writing Toolkit is a complete, ready-made classroom resource that gives teachers everything they need to teach writing — with confidence, structure, and results. No hunting for resources. No time wasted planning from scratch. Just brilliant, curriculum-aligned tools your pupils will actually enjoy. Bursting with rich vocabulary, bold illustrations, and engaging activities rooted in the Science of Reading, this bundle is designed so that children don't just learn how to write — they want to write. When kids are entertained, they pay attention. And when they pay attention, they truly learn. What's included (1FE quantities): The Book of Big Feelings ×7 (EYFS–Year 6): Emotionally engaging stories and vocabulary that give children the words to express themselves and fuel their writing Storyteller's Word a Day ×4 (Years 3–6): Builds rich, expressive vocabulary day by day through this captivating illustrated flipbook Vocabularious ×4 (Years 3–6): The word-collecting card game that makes vocabulary stick — perfect for independent learning and group work How to Write a Story ×4 (Years 3–6): A step-by-step guide that gives pupils the skills, structure, and words to become confident, creative writers Simply add any combination of our products to your order and the discount is applied automatically. If your school is 5FE or more, just add as many smaller bundles as you need (e.g. 2FE & 3FE) or get in touch.

For older kids, the summer slide hits their academic vocabulary and writing skills the hardest. But getting a 9-year-old to sit down and write during the holidays? That’s a challenge. Enter the Summer Writing Workshop! We’ve combined our award-winning games with our best-selling vocabulary tools to make writing creative, competitive, and fun. Designed for ages 7–11, this bundle keeps their vocabulary rich and their writing sharp, providing everything they need to write captivating stories.

Did you know that reading fluency is one of the fastest skills to fade over the summer? This bundle is packed with hilarious stories your child will actually want to read as well as a fast-paced card game to keep their phonics sharp, and a workbook for those inevitable rainy afternoons. The ultimate toolkit for early reading fluency, designed for ages 4–7, it ensures kids gain the confidence and skill to tackle ever more complex words while laughing along with our outlandish cast of characters.

Words of Power transforms the principles of Game-Based Learning into an engaging experience through RPG gameplay. Leveraging social-emotional learning (SEL) via in-game effects enables children to grow as students and young individuals. Unlock your child's full potential with Words of Power!
A bundle of 2 volumes, with 200 sight words for ages 3-7 Accelerates kids' reading with a fun, reusable sticker for every word! Words to learn include days of the week, colors, irregular verbs, and common prepositions Pronunciation guide included with every word, access unique QR codes with your smartphone "See what? Stick what?" We hear you cry, and the answer is... sight words! This four-part series covers 200 essential sight words to boost your reading fluency. Learn to read high-frequency words on topics like days of the week, colors, irregular verbs, and common prepositions. Each word comes with a fun, reusable sticker to help accelerate kids' reading, as well as a pronunciation guide that you can access with your smartphone! Ages 3-7 Plus FREE access to the Readiculous App! Readiculous teaches kids to read with the science of reading in just 10 minutes a day. The game, endorsed by literacy experts and grounded in scientific research, is designed to engage kids to learn to read through exciting mini-games. Readiculous engages kids to learn the sounds that go with each letter/spelling in a logical progression. As with most new things, repetition is the key to success. This is where we come in, we make learning ridiculously fun (pun intended) by designing reading games for maximum entertainment and educational value. Players learn 2x faster than traditional methods with just 10 minutes of daily play, reflected in personal progress reports showcasing which sounds, letters, and words they’re working on. Readiculous combines fun gameplay with educational content, tailored to support various needs. Note: 3 months of Readiculous Video Game is a non-cumulative promotion limited to one per customer.