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We are a team of two sisters who specialise in primary education. We are determined to create resources of the highest standard that can be used without further preparation. Our lessons and assemblies have been designed to challenge children of all levels within a creative, engaging and inspiring context. Explore our shop to find lesson packs for languages, art and religious education, plans for assemblies and numerous high-quality resources to help you teach phonics, mathematics and literacy
This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for lower key stage 2, perfect for using before or during Lent. There are three differentiated booklets on Shrove Tuesday.
Each booklet contains information and questions on Shrove Tuesday, its history, how to cook a pancake and the Mardi Gras festival.
There are a range of 'what, ' 'when,' 'where' and 'why' questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. Answers are also included.
PDF file format.
A collection of three enjoyable poetry comprehension activities for year 2, all with the theme of the seaside.
Each booklet comes in 3 differentiated levels. They are based on the reading SATs paper, containing a similar style of questions.
The following poems are included:
S…S…S…seaside
The Beach
A trip to the sea
The perfect way to bring the seaside into your classroom this term!
PDF file format.
Please note: These comprehensions are also available in a larger summer bundle.
This resource is a comprehension booklet aimed at Lower Key Stage 2 (7-9 yrs). It is based around an entertaining, rhyming poem called ‘Around the World this Summer’ and would be perfect to use before or after the summer holidays as a springboard to children discussing their own holidays or writing their own poetry.
There are three differentiated booklets. The higher booklet has two pages of text for the children to read before they complete a range of questions based on a mixture of the KS1 and KS2 SATs.
The middle and lower ability booklets have the text split into separate pages with questions on each page.
PDF file format.
This is a presentation on the nurse, Mary Seacole.
Use it as part of a lesson or for an assembly for KS1, KS2 or KS3.
The presentation covers her childhood, her first adventures around the world, her experiences in the Crimean war and her legacy. The last part of the presentation includes some interesting questions to provoke discussion.
An inspirational nurse, who would be perfect to study during Black History Month.
A slightly altered version of this presentation is also included as part of the Year 2 five lesson Literacy Unit:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/mary-seacole-year-2-literacy-5-lesson-plan-history-11539566
This is a presentation on Queen Victoria.
The presentation covers Victoria’s birth and childhood, Victoria becoming queen, Victoria and Albert, Victoria as Queen, the Empire under Victoria and changes during Victorian times. The last part of the presentation includes some interesting questions to provoke discussion.
Use this as part of a lesson or for an assembly for ages 5 - 14.
This is a presentation on the patron saint of France, Joan of Arc.
Use it as part of a lesson or for an assembly for KS1, KS2 or KS3.
The presentation covers her childhood, the start of her mission, her victory, her downfall and how she is remembered. The last part of the presentation includes some interesting questions to provoke discussion.
This resource is a reading comprehension activity covering the part of the Christmas story when the Wise Men visit Jesus. I have adapted the bible story to create a descriptive passage for Grade 5 or 6. It is split into three differentiated levels.
Higher Ability
There is a reading booklet of 3 pages (1132 words), followed by 4 pages of questions (14 questions). The passage is very descriptive and includes some advanced vocabulary. The questions are varied and include finding the meaning of words and phrases, drawing inferences, describing characters, ordering the story, true or false questions and multiple choice tick questions.
Middle Ability
There is a reading booklet of 3 pages (965 words) followed by 4 pages of questions (14 questions). This passage is slightly shorter and simpler than the higher ability passage. The questions are varied and include finding the meaning of words and phrases, drawing inferences, describing characters, ordering the story, true or false questions and multiple choice tick questions.
Lower Ability
There is a reading booklet of 3 pages (837 words) followed by 4 pages of questions (12 questions.) This is the shortest, simplest passage, while still challenging the kids. The questions are varied and include finding the meaning of words and phrases, drawing inferences, describing characters, true or false questions and multiple choice tick questions.
There is also a set of answers for each level.
Standards Covered by this Resource:
Grade 5
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.1
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.2 (summarize the text)
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.3 (Higher Ability)
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.4
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.5 (ordering the story question)
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.10 (Higher Ability)
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.5.4
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.5.4
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.5.5 (synonyms)
Grade 6
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.1
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.4
A bundle of three non-fiction comprehension booklets aimed at year 2, covering the ‘materials’ part of the science curriculum.
All three booklets are based on the year 2 SATs reading comprehension paper and are differentiated three ways. They are each four pages containing a short written extract and 2-3 questions.
A perfect way to cover the science and literacy curriculum and prepare your class for SATs.
PDF file format and editable Microsoft Word format.
A collection of non-fiction comprehension activities for year 2 about animals and wildlife. Each booklet comes in 3 differentiated levels. They are all based on the reading SATs paper, containing a similar style of questions. They are also laid out in the same way as a SATs booklet to provide the children with greater experience.
The following comprehensions are included:
Plants
Basic needs for survival
Staying healthy
How animals change as they grow
PDF file format and editable Microsoft Word format included in the price.
Please note: Human and animal comprehensions are available in a smaller bundle
This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for year 2.
It is all about how animals change as they grow and focuses on caterpillars, chicks and humans. Perfect for cross-curricular learning, covering the Literacy and Science curriculum at the same time.
The booklets are based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels. There are a range of ‘what,’ ‘how,’ and ‘why’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page.
PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for year 2. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels.
There are a range of ‘what,’ ‘when,’ ‘where’ and ‘why’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page. Answers are also included.
This comprehension is all about Tim Berners-Lee, who invented the World Wide Web. Perfect for cross-curricular English and History learning.
PDF file format.
A collection of twelve non-fiction comprehension activities for year 2, all with the theme of seasons. There are three different comprehension booklets for each season, covering what happens in that season, what activities you can do in it and what happens to the wildlife. Perfect for cross-curricular learning throughout the year!
Each booklet comes in 3 differentiated levels. They are all based on the reading SATs paper, containing a similar style of questions and the same layout.
The topics explored in the comprehensions are:
What happens in the spring?
What can I do in the spring?
Spring animals
Summer wildlife
What happens in the summer?
What to do in the summer
Autumn wildlife
What can I do in the Autumn?
What happens in the Autumn?
What happens in the winter?
Winter activities
Winter animals and wildlife
PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
This resource is a black and white non-fiction comprehension activity for year 2. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels.
There are a range of ‘how,’ ‘what,’ ‘when’ and ‘who’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page.
This comprehension is all about what activities children can do in the winter. It covers building snowmen, making bonfires and celebrating different festivals.
PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price. (A colour version is also available via the Blossoming Minds shop.)
A bundle of three comprehension booklets aimed at Year 2.
Differentiated three ways.
Based on the KS1 reading SATs paper.
Inventors theme.
Perfect for cross-curricular learning.
Included in the bundle are:
William Caxton (the printing press)
Tim Berners-Lee (the World Wide Web)
Inventors of materials (from the science curriculum)
PDF file format and editable Microsoft Word format.
A FREE resource from Blossoming Minds!
This resource is a non-fiction comprehension booklet aimed at year 2. It is all about microhabitats and looks at the definition of a microhabitat, followed by a short look at three focus microhabitats. Perfect to cover the English and Science curriculum.
The booklet is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels and answers.
The PDF booklets are all in a zip file.
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This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for year 2. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels.
There are a range of ‘what’ and ‘how’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page.
This comprehension is all about activities children can do in the spring. It covers woodland walks, pond dipping and making a nature notebook. Answers are also included.
There is a colour and black & white version of each of the 3 booklets. (The preview pages show the title page and one of the pages from the middle ability booklet.)
PDF file format.
This is a set of three lesson plans to teach children about the fun Jewish holiday of Purim. It is suitable for ages 4-7. The plans are very detailed (9 pages plus resources). These lessons could be taught at any time of the year.
Lesson 1 contains a brief overview of Judaism and Purim. Lesson 2 focuses on the story of brave Queen Esther. Lesson 3 teaches the children about how Jewish people celebrate Purim.
Each lesson starts with a carpet session. The children then split into five groups for activities. These include drawing, storytelling, dressing up and crafts. Across the three lessons the children have the opportunity to do all of the activities. The plans could be combined into one lesson with the children only doing one or two activities. There are three differentiated levels of objectives. There is an optional 18 slide PowerPoint to accompany the lessons which tells the story of Queen Esther and how Jewish people celebrate Purim. (This is non-editable. Click 'Read Only' to open) No further planning is needed.
A collection of 8 comprehension activities for year 2, perfect for using throughout the spring.
Each activity comes in 3 differentiated levels. They are based on the reading SATs paper.
The 8 topics explored in the comprehensions are:
St. David’s Day (non-fiction)
St. Patrick’s Day (non-fiction)
Pancake recipe (instructions)
Easter food (non-fiction)
Easter story (fiction style)
Hot cross buns (instructions)
What can I do in spring? (non-fiction)
Spring animals (non-fiction)
PDF file format.
This is an assembly for Mother’s Day, with a focus on a Bible quote. There is a 4 page pdf plan and a 20 slide animated PowerPoint (non-editable- click ‘Read Only’ to open). In this assembly, children are encouraged to think about what they learn from their parents. The plan is easy to follow and requires no resources, so is perfect for using at the last minute! Both the plan and PowerPoint can be used on their own or together to suit your needs. You can also jump to different sections of the PowerPoint.
I like leading assemblies that are interactive, engaging and relevant to the children’s lives. So this assembly involves discussions and a long anecdote on some childhood incidents where the assembly leader did not follow their parents’ rules. You can use the examples in the plan or use an anecdote from your own childhood. There is also an example prayer/reflection to finish with.
This resource includes 3 differentiated non-fiction comprehension booklets for year 2. Each booklet is all about what children could do to make their Mum happy on Mother’s Day. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading papers.
Each booklet contains a title page followed by four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page. Answers are also included. There are a range of ‘what’ and ‘how’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets. There is a colour and black & white version of each booklet.
(The preview pages show the title page and one of the comprehension pages from the colour and black & white middle ability booklets.) PDF file format.