Printable PDF Teaching Resources
Explore printable PDF worksheets, activities and thousands more teacher resources you can add to your lesson plans with just a few clicks — including free printables!
Thousands of Teach Starter's teacher-created resources are available in PDF file format, making it easy for any teacher to use anywhere — no matter what type of computer or software you have.
Curious about the advantages of PDF resources for teachers? Read on for a quick guide from our teacher team!
What Does PDF Stand For?
Before we dive into all the ways you can use a PDF in your classroom, it's worth looking at the meaning behind the acronym. PDF stands for "Portable Document Format."
It's a file format that was developed by the software company Adobe in the 1990s. The format was designed to protect the appearance and layout of documents across different platforms and devices.
That's exactly what makes it so easy for teachers to use. You can print a PDF worksheet on the school printer and send that same PDF via email to a student's parent, and the layout will remain exactly the same — even if you are using entirely different computers.
How Do I Open a PDF File From Teach Starter?
Most web browsers — like the one you're using right now to access our teacher resources — will allow you to open a PDF file directly in the browser.
What if you want to open the file without opening a browser? We suggest downloading Adobe's free Adobe Acrobat Reader software to easily display any PDF.
How Do I Print a PDF Document for My Students?
The ease of printing has made the PDF format a must for teacher resources, so how do you actually print your new worksheet or activity?
Simple!
- Open the PDF file in your browser or PDF viewer (like Adobe Acrobat Reader, mentioned above).
- Click on the "File" menu in the top-left corner.
- Select "Print" or use your keyboard shortcut "Ctrl + P" (Windows) or "Command + P" (Mac).
- In the print dialog box, choose your printer from the list.
- Adjust print settings like orientation, paper size and the number of copies you'll need for your students.
- Click "Print" to start printing.
Can I Edit a PDF File?
This is a common teacher question, and the answer is a bit complicated.
There's special software out there that will allow for some edits on a PDF, but you will typically need to have the original document to get the best results.
To make sure teachers can make the edits they need to adjust our resources for their lesson plans and their individual students, most Teach Starter resources are available in other (editable) formats, such as Google Slides!
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Dictation Passages PowerPoint - Year 3
A 22 slide editable PowerPoint Template which can be used for a range of dictation activities.
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Place Value Charts — Printable Maths Mats
Practise place value concepts, addition and subtraction with a printable set of free place value charts.
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Classroom Behaviour Discussion Cards
Encourage pupils to think about what a positive learning environment looks like, sounds like and feels like with this set of 10 discussion cards.
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Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check Template (12 Words)
A template to use when learning spelling words.
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Which One? Listening Comprehension Exercise
An Interactive PowerPoint where students choose an image to match an aural description.
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All About My Mum - Worksheet
A 'fill in the boxes' worksheet perfect for Mother's Day.
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Similes Poster
A poster providing a definition and examples of similies.
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Mother's Day Bookmarks
A set of 4 printable bookmarks to be used as Mother's Day gifts.
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CVC Word Building Mats
A set of 25 word building mats using consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words.
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Treasure Map Coding Robot Mat
A coding robot mat focusing on directions, location and coordinates.
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Fractions Maths Investigation - Fly That Flag!
A mathematics investigation about fractions, embedded in a real-world context.
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Bookwork Expectations Posters
A checklist for students to refer to when displaying bookwork.
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Rhetorical Questions Worksheet
A worksheet to consolidate students' understanding of rhetorical questions.
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‘As’ Sight Word Little Book
A little book with activities for the word 'as'.
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Persuasive Text Planning Template (Using OREO)
A planning template for students to use when writing a persuasive text.
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Persuasive Devices Sorting Activity
A hands-on sorting activity to use when introducing persuasive devices.
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Writing Persuasive Texts PowerPoint - Year 5 and Year 6
A 20 slide editable PowerPoint Template to use when teaching your students about the structure and language features of persuasive texts.
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0-100 Number and Word Flashcards - Circles
Use these flashcards when learning about numbers and words.
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Safeguarding Awareness Collaborative Colouring Activity
Get your class working together to enhance their understanding of safeguarding by engaging in a collaborative and creative colouring-in activity.
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Safeguarding Bookmark Colouring Activity
Boost understanding and engagement with this safeguarding bookmark that doubles as a fun mindfulness colouring-in activity for your pupils.
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Count and Graph – In the Classroom
Practise collecting, sorting, and organising data to create a graph with this 2-page worksheet.
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Back-to-School Self-Assessment Template
Get to know your students on the first day and learn their thoughts on school with a printable self assessment.
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The Lost Library Card – Whole Class Escape Game
Use inference and problem-solving skills to decipher the puzzles and uncover the hidden code.
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36 Toy Vocabulary Words
36 toy-related vocabulary word cards for use on a word wall.
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Koala Mindful Colouring Sheet
A koala mindful colouring in sheet.
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Jump Strategy: Subtraction – Worksheet
A subtraction worksheet that focuses on the jump strategy.
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Year 5 Numeracy Exit Tickets – Worksheets
20 Numeracy Exit Ticket activities for students to provide evidence of their learning progress.
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How to Make a Sundial
A worksheet outlining how to make a sundial.
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Contractions Worksheet Pack
A set of 4 worksheets to use when teaching contractions.
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Jump Strategy Worksheet
An addition worksheet that focuses on the jump strategy.
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Cinderella's Time – Worksheet
A worksheet for converting analogue time to digital time.
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Friendship Flower Template
Reflect on how a good friend acts with this charming friendship writing exercise.