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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Build a Family Tree - Template
A versatile resource to use when exploring family history with your students.
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Pirate Posters - Captain Calloway and Pirate Pearl B&W
A set of two black and white posters with amazing illustrations of fictitious pirate characters.
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5 Star Writing Poster & Checklist
A poster and checklist highlighting five important items to double check when writing.
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10-Step Algorithm Sequence Sheet - Lower Primary
A worksheet for students to use when writing an algorithm.
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Pattern Colouring In (Version 1)
Use colours to create a pattern using this sheet.
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Goal Labels - Fractions (Key Stage 2 - Lower)
Twenty Fraction Goal Labels for Key Stage 2 - Lower.
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Halve it or Double it! - Maths Game
A hands-on game to play when learning about connecting halving and doubling.
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Explanation Text Research Template
A research template for students to use when writing an explanation text.
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Build Your Own Theme Park – Project
A project that gives students the opportunity to learn through building their own theme park.
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KLA Book Covers - No Name - Colour
A collection of coloured KLA book covers.
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Time After Time Worksheet
A worksheet for students to work with and understand time zones around the world.
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Waste Management Investigation - How Much Waste Do We Throw Away?
A practical investigation related to sustainable waste management.
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Five Wonders Theme Park: Wonderful Expansion – Project
An engaging project where students can design their own additional theme for Five Wonders Theme Park.
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My Personal Dictionary Template - Black and White
A printable booklet with pictures for students to create their own personal dictionary.
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Cause and Effect - Comprehension Task
A task to use when teaching your students reading comprehension strategies.
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Measurement Worksheets - Year 5
6 measurement worksheets linked to the National Curriculum in England.
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Recalling Facts - Comprehension Task
A task to use when teaching your students reading comprehension strategies.
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Stegosaurus Mindful Colouring In Sheet
A stegosaurus, mindful colouring in sheet.
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Living Things Need Shelter PowerPoint
An 11 slide editable PowerPoint template to use when teaching students why living things need shelter.
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Maths Word Problem Cards - Division and Multiplication - Numbers 0-50
Twenty word problem cards for division and multiplication using numbers 0-50.
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Quotation Marks Poster
A poster highlighting the correct use of quotation marks and punctuation for direct speech.
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Maths Word Problem Cards – Addition and Subtraction – Middle Primary
Twenty addition and subtraction word problem cards for middle primary.
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Introducing Percentages PowerPoint
A 12 slide editable PowerPoint template to use when introducing percentages to your students.
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Goals - Writing (Key Stage 2 - Upper)
Twenty-five writing goal cards for key stage 2 - upper.
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British Currency Posters
Individual educational posters depicting British currency.
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Goal Labels - Writing (Key Stage 1)
Forty-four writing goal labels for key stage 1.
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Exploring Procedural Texts PowerPoint
A 17 slide editable PowerPoint template to use when teaching your students about the structure and language features of procedural texts.
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What are Floods? - Comprehension Task
A comprehension task to use when learning about flooding.
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Weather Feelings - How Are You Feeling? Poster and Flashcards
A visual resource to help students verbalise how they are feeling.
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Life Cycle Diagram of a Butterfly Poster Pack
Display the stages of a butterfly's life with a printable Life Cycle Diagram of a Butterfly Poster Pack.
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Winter Paralympic Games – Inquiry-Based Project
Have your students investigate the requirements of being a Paralympic Winter Games host city with this inquiry-based learning project.
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Sink or Float Experiment Pack
Explore properties of matter and boost science inquiry skills with a Sink or Float Experiment.