My resources are designed and used in class before being added to TES to ensure they are engaging, fit for purpose and enrich children’s learning. I have been teaching for over 20 years and have taught all across primary school. I rely on feedback from my customers, which helps me to improve the resources and products so please be kind enough to leave feedback on your purchases. Thank you.
My resources are designed and used in class before being added to TES to ensure they are engaging, fit for purpose and enrich children’s learning. I have been teaching for over 20 years and have taught all across primary school. I rely on feedback from my customers, which helps me to improve the resources and products so please be kind enough to leave feedback on your purchases. Thank you.
Guidance for guided reading book bands also linked to lexiles.
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The Gold Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about Roman and Celtic Settlements whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Gold Pack:
• A Text
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Page
A Just Tick it - adaptive resources for reluctant writers
• A QR Code Audio (Mp3) version of the text
• 16 Bookmarks
• A Glossary
• A Display Pack
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans
The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers.
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Or Try The Silver Pack
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Each Pack includes an interesting story, and 2 pages of questions which focus on Vocabulary, Retrieval and Inference. The answers are also included.
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Reading book band tracker for the whole class from EYFS to Year 6. Track the progress from year to year based the end of year expectations for reading.
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These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to get in the festive mood for Christmas with whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Bronze Pack:
• A Text
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
You might also want to try:
A Very Serious Letter To Santa
How To Make a Christmas Pudding
The Magic Of The Night: Santa’s Story
The Raven Who Saved Christmas
The Robin’s Christmas Gift
The Magic Of Christmas
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This Christmas-themed lesson plan is packed with fun and engaging activities to support independent reading, phonics recall, and comprehension skills. Aligned with the Little Wandle Phonics programme, it uses 10 festive texts to reinforce key phonics patterns and tricky words while celebrating Christmas traditions. Perfect for whole-class, group, or independent learning, it’s easy to implement with minimal preparation.
What’s included:
Focus on phonics patterns and tricky words from Phases 3–5.
Comprehension questions for all 10 texts.
Creative ideas for oral storytelling and writing practice.
Easy-to-use “print-and-go” format for stress-free teaching.
Also see:
Christmas Pack 1
Christmas Pack 2
Christmas Pack 3
Christmas Pack 4
Christmas Pack 5
Get a discount and buy the Christmas Bundle!
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Think you know all about Halloween? Put your knowledge to the test with our Halloween Trivia Quiz! From creepy creatures to haunted history, this quiz is packed with fun and spooky questions perfect for parties, classrooms, or just having some frightful fun with friends.
Challenge yourself and see how much you really know about Halloween traditions, myths, and spooky characters!
Download the Halloween Trivia Quiz now and let the spooky competition begin!
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This school assembly presentation explores the history and evolution of Halloween, starting with its origins in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain and its transformation into All Hallows’ Eve. The presentation highlights key Halloween traditions, including costumes, pumpkin carving, and trick-or-treating, explaining how these customs developed over time.
It also provides important safety tips for children participating in trick-or-treating, emphasising the need to stay with an adult, remain visible, and check treats before eating them. The presentation offers insight into how Halloween is celebrated in different countries, such as the USA, Mexico, and Japan, illustrating the diverse ways people observe the holiday.
Additionally, the presentation covers how Halloween has changed over the years, becoming a fun and widely celebrated event with modern twists like costume parties and themed decorations.
To add a creative touch, a Halloween poem is included, capturing the excitement and fun of the holiday. The presentation concludes with a reminder to enjoy Halloween safely and celebrate in the spirit of fun and tradition.
The Silver Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about Romans and Celtic Settlements whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Silver Pack:
• A Text
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Pages
A Just Tick It - An adaptive resources for reluctant writers
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans
The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers.
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
Or Try The Bronze Pack
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The Bronze Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about Roman & Celtic Settlements whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Bronze Pack:
• A Text
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans
The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers.
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
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Eye catching drawer labels made in Word so they can be edited.
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Use the informational Presentation in class or for an assembly to introduce Diwali to your class or school.
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The document is a Leadership Weekly Log template designed for a Reading Leader to track various activities and tasks related to the school’s reading program. The log includes sections to note down actions taken in multiple areas such as:
Lesson Drop-in / Use of support staff.
Staff Meeting / CPD (Continued Professional Development) / Meetings with staff.
Book Look / Differentiation (Guided Reading records for Foundation Stage/Key Stage 1).
Subject Review.
Working Environment / Working Wall.
Action Plan / School Development Plan (SDP).
Greater Depth.
English Hub.
Pupil Reading / Discussion / Questionnaire.
Reading Policy.
Follow-up Actions.
Analysis of Results (National + Termly).
Resourcing.
Reading Tests (termly) NFER:
At the end, the document provides space for task details, listing the date, task, year/teacher, focus, and next steps for each activity or observation throughout the term. There are checkpoints at half-term and end of term to summarize and reflect on progress.
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Get ready for a frightfully fun time with our Halloween “Would You Rather” Game! Perfect for parties, classrooms, or family gatherings, this game will have everyone laughing and making spooky choices.
Would you rather explore a haunted house or meet a vampire? Eat 10 sweets in a minute or wear a monster costume all day? The creepy questions are endless!
Download the Halloween “Would You Rather” Game now and add some spooky excitement to your Halloween festivities!
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Make language learning fun and spooky with our Halloween-Themed Idioms! Explore fun expressions like “skeleton in the closet” and “scaredy-cat” while discovering what they really mean. Perfect for students or anyone who wants to add a Halloween twist to their vocabulary.
Get into the Halloween spirit with these eerie, creative idioms and even try making your own!
Download our Halloween Idioms Guide today and make language learning part of your spooky celebration!
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Perfect for classrooms focusing on guided reading and ideal for teaching students in an engaging, meaningful way during Black History Month or any time of the year!
Empower your students with a comprehensive guided reading experience featuring influential Black history figures, such as Simone Biles
**Also Available: **
Floella Benjamin
Lenny Henry
Marcus Rashford
Martin Luther King Jr
Special Offer: Purchase and review any single lesson or the full bundle, and receive a FREE Stevie Wonder Lesson — this is an exclusive resources not available for purchase!
What’s Included?
Guided Reading lesson, Comprehension text, Question sheet and Answer sheet
Develop these key skills:
Fluency and Expression Practice
Vocabulary Building
Synonym Development
True or False Challenges
Multiple Choice Quizzes
Critical Thinking Exercises: Encourage deeper thinking through the “Answer it, Prove it, Explain it” model, helping students develop their reasoning and evidence-based responses.
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Get into the Halloween spirit with our Halloween Idioms Lesson! Learn fun phrases like “skeleton in the closet” and “scaredy-cat,” and discover what they really mean. Perfect for students who want to explore language in a spooky and creative way. Plus, try creating your own Halloween-themed idioms!
Join now and make learning idioms a fun part of your Halloween celebrations!
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Uncover the mystery behind your favourite Halloween characters with our Halloween Trivia Poster! Packed with fun facts about witches, vampires, werewolves, zombies, and more, this poster is perfect for classrooms, parties, or Halloween events.
Test your knowledge with cool trivia and learn the origins of these spooky figures. Did you know vampires weren’t always afraid of garlic? Or that black cats weren’t always seen as bad luck? Find out more with our fun, frightful facts!
Get your Halloween Trivia Poster today and add a spooky twist to your celebrations!
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Make sure your Halloween is fun and safe with our Halloween Safety Tips Poster! Perfect for classrooms, discos or home, this colourful poster reminds children and families about important safety tips for trick-or-treating and Halloween celebrations.
Featuring tips like staying with an adult, wearing bright costumes, and checking treats, this poster helps keep everyone safe while they enjoy the spooky fun!
Download your Halloween Safety Tips Poster now and keep safety a priority during your Halloween festivities!
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