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WHIZZ POP BANG is a monthly magazine brimming with top-quality science for children aged six to twelve. Our NEW downloadable resources link hands-on science experiments with key curriculum topics for years 2 to 6. The resources include lesson plans, hands-on investigations, PowerPoint presentations, games, science texts and guided reading comprehensions – all aimed at making science fun and engaging for children and teachers alike!

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WHIZZ POP BANG is a monthly magazine brimming with top-quality science for children aged six to twelve. Our NEW downloadable resources link hands-on science experiments with key curriculum topics for years 2 to 6. The resources include lesson plans, hands-on investigations, PowerPoint presentations, games, science texts and guided reading comprehensions – all aimed at making science fun and engaging for children and teachers alike!
Reading science: lions P5
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Reading science: lions P5

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This non-chronological report for P5, linking to the topic of biodiversity and interdependence, investigates an apex predator, the lion. The text explains why male lions have manes, what a pride is, why cubs have markings and much more! The downloadable reading pack includes: A A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
Science Reading : Lions year 4
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Science Reading : Lions year 4

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This non-chronological report for year 4 , linking to the topic of living things and habitats, investigates an apex predator, the lion. The text explains why male lions have manes, what a pride is, why cubs have markings and much more! The downloadable reading pack includes: A A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
reading science - Interview with an elephant keeper yr2
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reading science - Interview with an elephant keeper yr2

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This interview for year 2 , linking to the topics of living things and habitats , is with Dorothy Lowakutuk, an elephant keeper. Dorothy works at Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, Africa’s first community-owned elephant sanctuary, in northern Kenya. The text explains what it’s like to look after the elephants, be part of the Samburu community and much more! The downloadable reading pack includes: Two differentiated A3 reading spreads for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
reading science years 5 and 6 Pierre-Simon Laplace
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reading science years 5 and 6 Pierre-Simon Laplace

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This biography text for year 5/6 and P6/P7 describes Pierre-Simon Laplace. He used maths to understand and explain the world around him, including how ocean tides work. Many of his equations are still used today. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. A reading comprehension question and answer sheet.
reading science years P6 and P7 Pierre-Simon Laplace
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reading science years P6 and P7 Pierre-Simon Laplace

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This biography text for years P6/P7 describes Pierre-Simon Laplace. He used maths to understand and explain the world around him, including how ocean tides work. Many of his equations are still used today. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. A reading comprehension question and answer sheet.
yr5 reading science Alien encounters
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yr5 reading science Alien encounters

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In this non-fiction text for year 5, linking to the topic Earth and Space , read ten stories of ‘alien encounters’. Sightings of alien life have been reported for thousands of years, from crop circles to abductions of cows! This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
P6 Reading Science : Carl Sagan
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P6 Reading Science : Carl Sagan

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This biography text for year 5 and P6, linking to the topic Earth and Space, explains the work of Carl Sagan. He was an astronomer, planetary scientist, cosmologist, astrophysicist, professor and science communicator! Carl briefed the Apollo astronauts before their flights to the Moon and helped to plan missions to Venus, Mars, Jupiter and the outer solar system. He came up with the idea for Voyager 1 to take a photo of Earth from 3.7 billion miles away! The downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
P3 Instructions to make an alien desk organiser
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P3 Instructions to make an alien desk organiser

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This reading comprehension instruction text for year 2 and P3, linking to science topic materials, explains how to make your own eco-friendly alien desk organiser. Upcycle some packaging to get your desk ready for the new term! This downloadable reading pack includes: Two differentiated A3 reading spreads for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
Yr6 Reading science: Ten amazing fungi
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Yr6 Reading science: Ten amazing fungi

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In this non-fiction text for year 6 and P7, linking to the topics living things and habitats and biodiversity and interdependence, discover ten weird and wonderful fungi. Meet the fungi that look like furry feet, fairy baths, piles of sick and more! This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets. Discussion questions to be used with a partner or whole class.
P7 Reading Science: Ten fungi
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P7 Reading Science: Ten fungi

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In this non-fiction text for year 6 and P7, linking to the topics living things and habitats and biodiversity and interdependence, discover ten weird and wonderful fungi. Meet the fungi that look like furry feet, fairy baths, piles of sick and more! This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets. Discussion questions to be used with a partner or whole class.
P7 Reading Science: Interview with a fungi expert
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P7 Reading Science: Interview with a fungi expert

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This interview text for year 6 and P7, linking to the topics ‘living things and habitats’ and ‘Biodiversity and interdependence’, explains the work of woodland fungi expert Professor Lynne Boddy. Everyone knows that plants are important, but many people don’t realise how important fungi are to plants. They attach to the roots of over 80% of plants and feed them with water and mineral nutrients. Download this pack to find out more! The downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets. Discussion questions to be used with a partner.
yr2 Instructions to make an alien desk organiser
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yr2 Instructions to make an alien desk organiser

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This reading comprehension instruction text for year 2 and P3, linking to science topic materials, explains how to make your own eco-friendly alien desk organiser. Upcycle some packaging to get your desk ready for the new term! This downloadable reading pack includes: Two differentiated A3 reading spreads for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
yr4 Reading science: Cane Toad
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yr4 Reading science: Cane Toad

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This non-chronological report for year 4 and P5, linking to the topics of living things and habitats and biodiversity and interdependence, investigates the invasive amphibian, the cane toad. The text explains where they originated from, why they are called an ‘alien species’, what they eat and much more! The downloadable reading pack includes: A A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
Yr6 reading Science: Interview with a fungi expert
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Yr6 reading Science: Interview with a fungi expert

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This interview text for year 6 and P7, linking to the topics ‘living things and habitats’ and ‘Biodiversity and interdependence’, explains the work of woodland fungi expert Professor Lynne Boddy. Everyone knows that plants are important, but many people don’t realise how important fungi are to plants. They attach to the roots of over 80% of plants and feed them with water and mineral nutrients. Download this pack to find out more! The downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets. Discussion questions to be used with a partner.
P5 Reading Science: Cane toads
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P5 Reading Science: Cane toads

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This non-chronological report for year 4 and P5, linking to the topics of living things and habitats and biodiversity and interdependence, investigates the invasive amphibian, the cane toad. The text explains where they originated from, why they are called an ‘alien species’, what they eat and much more! The downloadable reading pack includes: A A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
Reading Science Yr3 Interview with a baker
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Reading Science Yr3 Interview with a baker

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A non-fiction text linking to the topicanimals including humans for year 3, this interview with Ravneet Gill is great for fans of the TV show ‘Junior Bake Off’. She talks about her love of chemistry and biology at school, her love of recipes which involve heating sugar and how much fun it is presenting Junior Bake Off. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder. Discussion questions for the whole class or to be used with a partner.
P4 Reading Science Interview with a baker
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P4 Reading Science Interview with a baker

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A non-fiction text linking to the topicBiodiversity and interdependence P4, this interview with Ravneet Gill is great for fans of the TV show ‘Junior Bake Off’. She talks about her love of chemistry and biology at school, her love of recipes which involve heating sugar and how much fun it is presenting Junior Bake Off. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder. Discussion questions for the whole class or to be used with a partner.
Yr3 Reading Science Laser Tag
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Yr3 Reading Science Laser Tag

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An explanation text on how laser tag works for year 3, linking with the topic light . Laser tag has become one of the most popular games around the world, allowing people to battle each other safely using light beams and smart vests. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder. Discussion questions for the whole class or to be used with a partner.
P4 Reading Science Laser tag
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P4 Reading Science Laser tag

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An explanation text on how laser tag works for P4, linking with the topic vibrations and waves. Laser tag has become one of the most popular games around the world, allowing people to battle each other safely using light beams and smart vests. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder. Discussion questions for the whole class or to be used with a partner.
P7 Reading science Chickens
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P7 Reading science Chickens

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This non-chronological report text for year 6, linking to the topic biological systems, tells you everything you would like to know about chickens. The text features: how they are artifically selected, how they have evolved from dinosaurs and much more! This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets. Discussion questions for the whole class or to be used with a partner.