This is a 2 week unit of literacy work for a Year 2 class based on “The Storm Whale” by Benji Davies, aligned with the UK Year 2 National Curriculum. Each lesson includes a learning intention, success criteria, starter, teacher input, differentiated main tasks, plenary, and homework suggestions. This unit aims to build literacy skills like sequencing, descriptive writing, character development, and problem-solving while encouraging creativity through the context of the book. Differentiated tasks and homework promote engagement and accommodate different learning needs.

This engaging 4-day lesson plan focuses on narrative writing, using the image of a haunted house as a powerful stimulus. Perfect for Halloween, this pack encourages creativity and promotes Talk for Writing, helping Key Stage 2 children develop descriptive writing skills. The lesson pack includes: Editable Lesson Plan: A detailed, flexible plan for each day, providing structured activities while allowing room for differentiation and adaptation. PowerPoint Presentation: Visual prompts and guided steps for whole-class discussions and shared writing tasks. Story Board: A visual planning tool for pupils to map out the beginning, middle, and end of their haunted house narrative. Story Planning Sheet: A scaffolded tool for pupils to plan characters, settings, and key events in their story. Haunted Writing Word Bank: A collection of spooky adjectives, adverbs, and descriptive phrases to support pupils in writing vivid and atmospheric stories. Sentence Openers: A list of descriptive sentence starters to help pupils kickstart their haunted house stories with flair. Editable for easy customisation, this pack is ideal for tweaking to suit your class’s needs. Perfect for building enthusiasm for creative writing while honing important narrative skills!

These Key Stage 2 Reading Test Sample Papers are designed to closely resemble the style and structure of the 2024 SATs reading assessments for Year 6 students. Each paper includes three carefully selected texts—one fictional, one informational, and one non-fiction—covering a broad range of topics to engage and challenge young readers. The sample papers assess various reading skills, including: Comprehension: Understanding the main events, details, and purpose of the texts. Inference: Drawing conclusions based on clues from the text. Retrieval: Locating and identifying specific information. Vocabulary: Understanding the meaning of words in context. Interpretation and Justification: Explaining ideas and providing evidence from the text. Each paper includes a mix of multiple-choice, short-answer, and extended written questions, mirroring the variety of question types found in SATs assessments. Additionally, the sample papers come with a comprehensive answer key for self-marking or use by teachers. These resources are ideal for practice in preparation for SATs, developing reading fluency, and building confidence in a formal testing format.

This comprehensive pack includes 6 grammar test papers, each with 30 varied questions designed to challenge Year 6 students and prepare them for SATs grammar assessments. The questions are modeled after the 2023 and 2024 SATs papers, providing excellent practice for use both at home and in the classroom. Topics covered include: Sentence structure and punctuation (commas, apostrophes, semicolons, colons) Tenses (past, present, future, perfect, and continuous forms) Active and passive voice transformations Modal verbs and conjunctions Prepositions, adverbs, and adjectives Word classes (nouns, verbs, subjects, objects) Synonyms and antonyms Reported and direct speech Homophones and plurals Prefixes and suffixes Each paper is randomly mixed, ensuring a diverse range of grammar topics in every test. This format not only helps children solidify their understanding but also mimics the unpredictable nature of real SATs papers. Answers are provided at the end of each test, making it easy for students to self-check or for teachers and parents to assess progress. This pack is ideal for anyone seeking structured, challenging, and engaging grammar practice for Year 6 students.

This collection of 6 short comprehension tasks is designed for Year 5 children, focusing on key reading skills such as vocabulary, retrieval, explanation, prediction, and summarising. Each task is based on engaging texts that challenge students to think critically about the material while strengthening their reading comprehension abilities. Answers are provided for each task to make marking simple and efficient, perfect for both classroom and home use. I have used these several times with my own classes.

‘Find Someone Who’ is a lively icebreaker game perfect for older kids in the classroom or adults on training days. Each participant receives a list of prompts, such as ‘Find someone who has traveled to another country’ or ‘Find someone who plays a musical instrument.’ Players must mingle and ask each other questions to find people who fit the descriptions. It encourages communication, breaks down barriers, and helps participants get to know one another in a fun and interactive way. Here, you have 6 unique pages to get the conversation flowing between peers.

This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed for Year 6 students to support their preparation for SATs. Each task is based on a different fiction text and includes 10 questions focusing on key reading skills: inference, prediction, summarizing, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval. The tasks encourage students to think critically about the text, analyze language and meaning, and practice essential comprehension strategies. Full answers are provided to help guide learning and understanding, making this resource ideal for improving reading proficiency and boosting confidence ahead of exams.

This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed for Year 5 children and focuses on developing key reading skills through engaging fiction texts. Each task includes ten questions that challenge students to think critically and deepen their understanding of the text. The questions cover important areas such as inference, prediction, summarising, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval. Answers are provided to support guided learning and self-assessment. These tasks are ideal for building comprehension skills in young readers while promoting thoughtful discussion and analysis of fiction.

This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed to help Year 6 children develop their reading and analytical skills using well-known poems. Each task focuses on key areas such as inference, prediction, summarising, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval, providing a well-rounded approach to comprehension. The questions encourage students to think critically about the text, enhancing their understanding of language and themes. This resource is ideal for SATs preparation, with answers included for easy self-assessment or guided learning.

This set of 6 poetry comprehension tasks is designed for Year 5 children and focuses on building key reading skills. Each task includes a well-known poem, followed by ten questions that encourage students to explore vocabulary, make inferences, retrieve information, explain ideas, summarize, and make predictions. The tasks are carefully crafted to enhance understanding of poetry through engaging questions that cover a range of comprehension skills. Answers are provided for each task, making it easy for self-assessment or guided learning.

This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed to support Year 6 students in preparing for their SATs. Each task is based on a non-fiction text, with a variety of questions focusing on key reading skills: inference, prediction, summarising, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval. These tasks are ideal for building critical thinking, improving comprehension, and enhancing students’ confidence with non-fiction material. Complete with answers, this resource is perfect for guided practice or independent work.

This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed for students to engage with short non-fiction texts, developing their reading and analytical skills. Each task includes a text followed by 10 carefully crafted questions focusing on key skills such as inference, prediction, summarizing, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval. The questions encourage critical thinking and deeper understanding of the text. Answers are provided for each task, making it suitable for both independent work and guided learning sessions. Perfect for reinforcing comprehension strategies across a range of non-fiction topics.

This set of six comprehension tasks is designed for Year 5 children, focusing on non-fiction texts. Each task includes questions that challenge students to use a range of reading skills such as inference, prediction, summarizing, explanation, vocabulary understanding, and retrieval of key facts. The tasks aim to deepen comprehension and critical thinking through engaging content, helping children practice and apply their skills in understanding factual information. Full answers are provided to support learning and discussion in the classroom or at home.

This set of 6 short fiction texts is designed for Year 3 children and comes with 10 comprehension questions for each text. The questions focus on key skills such as inference, prediction, explanation, summarising, retrieval, and vocabulary to help students deepen their understanding of the text. Each text is engaging and age-appropriate, supporting the development of reading comprehension. Answers are included separately to make marking and assessment easier for teachers. This resource is perfect for classroom use or home learning.

This set of 6 poetry texts is designed for Year 3 children and includes 10 comprehension questions for each poem. The questions focus on key reading skills such as inference, prediction, explanation, summarising, retrieval, and vocabulary development. Each poem provides an engaging way to explore language and poetic devices, encouraging deeper thinking and discussion. Answers are included separately to support easy marking and feedback, making this resource perfect for classroom use or homework tasks.

This set of 6 short non-fiction texts is designed for Year 3 children and focuses on building comprehension skills. Each text is accompanied by 10 carefully crafted questions that cover key areas such as inference, prediction, explanation, summarising, retrieval, and vocabulary. The questions encourage deep thinking and understanding of the material, making it a great tool for literacy development. Answers are included separately to support easy marking and assessment. Perfect for classroom use or home learning!

This set of six poetry comprehension tasks is designed for Year 4 students and focuses on developing key reading skills. Each task is based on a well-known poem and includes questions that help students practice inference, prediction, summarising, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval. These engaging questions guide students through a deeper understanding of the text while encouraging critical thinking and creativity. Answers are provided for each task, making it a complete resource for both teachers and students to explore poetry together.

This set includes 6 short fiction texts designed for Year 4 children, each accompanied by 10 comprehension questions. The questions focus on key skills such as inference, prediction, explanation, summarising, retrieval, and vocabulary. These texts and questions are ideal for improving comprehension abilities, fostering critical thinking, and encouraging deeper engagement with fiction. Answers are provided separately to make marking easy and efficient. Perfect for classroom use or homework activities!

Introducing a set of seven engaging comprehension tasks designed for Key Stage 2 students, each themed around events that take place during the autumn term. These tasks incorporate a variety of question types, including inference, summarising, and retrieval, encouraging students to deepen their understanding of the texts. Each task includes detailed answers to streamline the marking process, making it easier for educators to provide timely feedback.

This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed for Year 3 children and focuses on non-fiction texts. Each task includes a text followed by a variety of questions aimed at developing key reading comprehension skills such as inference, retrieval, vocabulary understanding, prediction, and summarising. The topics are engaging and varied, covering: The Great Wall of China Pollution in the Oceans The Stone Age The Amazon Rainforest Additional high-interest non-fiction topics The questions are tailored to challenge and improve children’s understanding of the text in a structured way. Answers are provided for each task, making it easier for teachers or parents to assess children’s work quickly and accurately. This resource is perfect for classroom use or independent learning.