A lesson plan with 13 lessons and associated resources, including the main teaching Power Point. You can now also buy our comprehensive planning, resources and extra ideas for the follow-up book The Day the Crayons Came Home. Look for the author LittleDude2011 Objectives covered in this unit are: Prediction and inference Vocabulary - using words in context/finding meaning Using a dictionary Locating and summarising information Reading - retrieval Writing - a letter Punctuating speech Using ISPACED Reading - what’s the question? Parenthesis Relative clauses Poetry Subjunctive form Persuasive writing

Four song ideas for leavers’ assemblies. All lyrics rewritten to fit a school/year 6 context. Tried and tested in previous years - very successful and enjoyed by the year group (all songs required parental tissues at hand!) Songs included are: Seven Years Old by Lukas Graham Castle on the Hill by Ed Sheeran Hold by the River by James Bay 2002 by Anne Marie Coming Soon-Look out for more song ideas to use with your summer 2019 leavers!

Week 6 Stuart Little Whole class reading/extract comprehension/guided reading resource with an adaptive teaching approach for independent tasks (3 levels of differentiation). 3 lessons which can be taught across one week depending on your timetable or over 3 weeks. The lesson duration is between 30-45 minutes. Each lesson covers a different reading focus: Lesson 1 - Vocabulary and prediction Lesson 2 - Retrieval and inference Lesson 3 - Sequence/summarise/explain Included is the text extract linked to the lesson; a main teaching presentation which is delivered whole class with opportunities to practice the skill needed for the independent task. This covers a blurb, information about the author, practice questions based specifically on the skill being taught and a differentiated/adapted independent task (3 levels). The independent task is sized to fit on a sticky labels (A4 page with 4 labels) which pupils stick into reading comprehension books to then answer the questions. The texts chosen are specific to the ability of Year 3 and Year 4 but due to the nature of whole class reading, are suitable for those working below ARE. There are 8 weeks (24 lessons) in this block to cover a half term which have been uploaded separately, week by week. If you have time (ha!), please leave us a review. We would love to hear your feedback.

Complete Key Stage 2 unit of work/scheme covering the global issue of plastic pollution. This persuasive writing unit covers a range of genre including letters, posters, descriptions and stories. It also covers several SPAG areas e.g. modal verbs and expanded noun phrases. Most resources have been provided with links/references to any resources not given. Includes 66 documents covering a potential 4-5 week unit of work - which is fantastic value for money! This will definitely save you lots of planning time. Extra ideas have been given at the end of the planning document to extend this to a full half term of work.

I’ve re-written the lyrics to Lewis Capaldi’s 'Someone You Loved’ It’s easy to sing and a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Tissues will definitely be needed for this one! Enjoy. Only teaser verses have been included on the preview. Full versions are included! JUST ADDED - a more upbeat song by Sigrid - Don’t Feel Like Crying 2 FOR THE PRICE OF 1!!

What’s included: *Lesson plan (2-2.5 weeks of lessons) *Main teaching SMART Notebook presentation (76 slides) *Accompanying worksheets and activities, plus a writing checklist, Non-chron WAGOLL and writing planning sheet Learning objectives covered: *Make inferences - reading comprehension using film (The Saga of Bjorn from The Literacy Shed) covering questions strands: true or false, put in order, retrieval, vocabulary and inference *Punctuate a paragraph correctly (dictation) *Design a Norse mythical creature *Adverbials of time, place and manner *Write a non-chronological report *Identify and use pronouns (including possessive pronouns) Vary openers using DADWAVERS Plan and write a Norse myth/saga Side note: We are studying Vikings in history and also began reading Viking Boy (Tony Bradman) as a class read before starting this unit of work (some parts - very few - were censored/missed out due to violence! I always read ahead in advance of reading aloud to the class) but overall they absolutely loved it. Additionally, it helped increase subject-specific knowledge about different Viking topics such as Viking way of life, Gods and the Valkyries.

Week 5 Chocolate Cake Whole class reading/extract comprehension/guided reading resource with an adaptive teaching approach for independent tasks (3 levels of differentiation). 3 lessons which can be taught across one week depending on your timetable or over 3 weeks. The lesson duration is between 30-45 minutes. Each lesson covers a different reading focus: Lesson 1 - Vocabulary and prediction Lesson 2 - Retrieval and inference Lesson 3 - Sequence/summarise/explain Included is the text extract linked to the lesson; a main teaching presentation which is delivered whole class with opportunities to practice the skill needed for the independent task. This covers a blurb, information about the author, practice questions based specifically on the skill being taught and a differentiated/adapted independent task (3 levels). The independent task is sized to fit on a sticky labels (A4 page with 4 labels) which pupils stick into reading comprehension books to then answer the questions. The texts chosen are specific to the ability of Year 3 and Year 4 but due to the nature of whole class reading, are suitable for those working below ARE. There are 8 weeks (24 lessons) in this block to cover a half term which have been uploaded separately, week by week. If you have time (ha!), please leave us a review. We would love to hear your feedback.

Week 7 The Wild Robot Whole class reading/extract comprehension/guided reading resource with an adaptive teaching approach for independent tasks (3 levels of differentiation). 3 lessons which can be taught across one week depending on your timetable or over 3 weeks. The lesson duration is between 30-45 minutes. Each lesson covers a different reading focus: Lesson 1 - Vocabulary and prediction Lesson 2 - Retrieval and inference Lesson 3 - Sequence/summarise/explain Included is the text extract linked to the lesson; a main teaching presentation which is delivered whole class with opportunities to practice the skill needed for the independent task. This covers a blurb, information about the author, practice questions based specifically on the skill being taught and a differentiated/adapted independent task (3 levels). The independent task is sized to fit on a sticky labels (A4 page with 4 labels) which pupils stick into reading comprehension books to then answer the questions. The texts chosen are specific to the ability of Year 3 and Year 4 but due to the nature of whole class reading, are suitable for those working below ARE. There are 8 weeks (24 lessons) in this block to cover a half term which have been uploaded separately, week by week. If you have time (ha!), please leave us a review. We would love to hear your feedback.

Week 1 The Gingerbread Star / Bill’s New Frock Whole class reading/extract comprehension/guided reading resource with an adaptive teaching approach for independent tasks (3 levels of differentiation). 3 lessons which can be taught across one week depending on your timetable or over 3 weeks. The lesson duration is between 30-45 minutes. Each lesson covers a different reading focus: Lesson 1 - Vocabulary and prediction Lesson 2 - Retrieval and inference Lesson 3 - Sequence/summarise/explain Included is the text extract linked to the lesson; a main teaching presentation which is delivered whole class with opportunities to practice the skill needed for the independent task. This covers a blurb, information about the author, practice questions based specifically on the skill being taught and a differentiated/adapted independent task (3 levels). The independent task is sized to fit on a sticky labels (A4 page with 4 labels) which pupils stick into reading comprehension books to then answer the questions. The texts chosen are specific to the ability of Year 3 and Year 4 but due to the nature of whole class reading, are suitable for those working below ARE. There are 8 weeks (24 lessons) in this block to cover a half term which have been uploaded separately, week by week. If you have time (ha!), please leave us a review. We would love to hear your feedback.

Week 2 Paddington / The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe Whole class reading/extract comprehension/guided reading resource with an adaptive teaching approach for independent tasks (3 levels of differentiation). 3 lessons which can be taught across one week depending on your timetable or over 3 weeks. The lesson duration is between 30-45 minutes. Each lesson covers a different reading focus: Lesson 1 - Vocabulary and prediction Lesson 2 - Retrieval and inference Lesson 3 - Sequence/summarise/explain Included is the text extract linked to the lesson; a main teaching presentation which is delivered whole class with opportunities to practice the skill needed for the independent task. This covers a blurb, information about the author, practice questions based specifically on the skill being taught and a differentiated/adapted independent task (3 levels). The independent task is sized to fit on a sticky labels (A4 page with 4 labels) which pupils stick into reading comprehension books to then answer the questions. The texts chosen are specific to the ability of Year 3 and Year 4 but due to the nature of whole class reading, are suitable for those working below ARE. There are 8 weeks (24 lessons) in this block to cover a half term which have been uploaded separately, week by week. If you have time (ha!), please leave us a review. We would love to hear your feedback.

Week 4 Stig of The Dump Whole class reading/extract comprehension/guided reading resource with an adaptive teaching approach for independent tasks (3 levels of differentiation). 3 lessons which can be taught across one week depending on your timetable or over 3 weeks. The lesson duration is between 30-45 minutes. Each lesson covers a different reading focus: Lesson 1 - Vocabulary and prediction Lesson 2 - Retrieval and inference Lesson 3 - Sequence/summarise/explain Included is the text extract linked to the lesson; a main teaching presentation which is delivered whole class with opportunities to practice the skill needed for the independent task. This covers a blurb, information about the author, practice questions based specifically on the skill being taught and a differentiated/adapted independent task (3 levels). The independent task is sized to fit on a sticky labels (A4 page with 4 labels) which pupils stick into reading comprehension books to then answer the questions. The texts chosen are specific to the ability of Year 3 and Year 4 but due to the nature of whole class reading, are suitable for those working below ARE. There are 8 weeks (24 lessons) in this block to cover a half term which have been uploaded separately, week by week. If you have time (ha!), please leave us a review. We would love to hear your feedback.

A follow-up resource to our planning and resources on The Day the Crayons Quit. A lesson plan with 15 lessons and associated resources, including the main teaching Power Point. There are also 10+ ideas for additional lessons to extend the topic or to use at other times in the sequence of lessons provided. There are also several suggestions given for extra SPAG opportunties linked to the text. Objectives covered are: Prediction and inference about a character Drama-hotseating Vocabulary - using words in context/finding meaning Using a thesaurus and dictionary Locating and summarising information Research on a topic to produce a leaflet Writing - a postcard Writing - an interview Writing- book review Punctuating speech Using ISPACED Persuasive writing Reading comprehension: retrieval, inference, true/false, word meaning and APE PLUS LOTS MORE IDEAS!

What’s included: *Lesson plan (13 lessons - 3 weeks) *Main teaching SMART Notebook presentation (59 slides) *Accompanying worksheets and activities, plus 2 x writing checklists and writing planning sheet. Learning objectives covered: *Make inferences - Observe/wonder/infer task sheet Vocabulary match-up starter Improve/upgrade instructions task Identify and use subordinating conjunctions *Punctuate a paragraph correctly (dictation) *Write a set of instructions *Use a dictionary to correct spellings/editing lesson *Proofread and explanation text and know explanation text features *Use apostrophes for possession (Y4) and contraction (Y3) Write relative and subordinate clauses Design a Lego Card Build vocabulary and upgrade sentences Plan an write an explanation text around a new Lego card Edit and improve explanation text Other starter/short tasks throughout the week linked to grammar/punctuation PLEASE NOTE: Lesson 8 requires each pupil to each have a packet of LEGO CARDS. There are plenty to show online but the kids LOVED getting their own pack. Sainsburys give them out at certain times of the year and they can also be bought on eBay.

*Lesson plan (11 lessons) Day 2 was split over 2 lessons. *Main teaching SMART Notebook presentation (40 slides) *Accompanying worksheets and activities, plus a writing checklist, Letter WAGOLL and writing planning sheet Learning objectives covered/activities: *Increase familiarity with a wide range of books. Draw inferences - Observe/Wonder/Infer *Draw inferences such as inferring characters’ feelings, thoughts and motives from their actions, and justifying inferences with evidence - Use the text to create a FACT FILE for a character *Inference - ‘What it says/what it means’ sheet *Use varying and technical vocabulary to write a post card *Use conjunctions to extend sentences (when, if, because and although) Y3 – when, before, after, because *To identify how language, structure, and presentation contribute to meaning in a text - TEXT DETECTIVE *Identify feelings and how they change throughout the story - thought shower and use to write a ‘perfect’ paragraph Proof-reading activity Plan and write a letter (recount) Develop editing techniques using editing cards/stations *PLEASE NOTE - EDITING STATIONS POWERPOINT WAS SOURCED FREE ON TES AND ADAPTED TO SUIT THIS TASK.

Week 8 Fortunately, the Milk… Whole class reading/extract comprehension/guided reading resource with an adaptive teaching approach for independent tasks (3 levels of differentiation). 3 lessons which can be taught across one week depending on your timetable or over 3 weeks. The lesson duration is between 30-45 minutes. Each lesson covers a different reading focus: Lesson 1 - Vocabulary and prediction Lesson 2 - Retrieval and inference Lesson 3 - Sequence/summarise/explain Included is the text extract linked to the lesson; a main teaching presentation which is delivered whole class with opportunities to practice the skill needed for the independent task. This covers a blurb, information about the author, practice questions based specifically on the skill being taught and a differentiated/adapted independent task (3 levels). The independent task is sized to fit on a sticky labels (A4 page with 4 labels) which pupils stick into reading comprehension books to then answer the questions. The texts chosen are specific to the ability of Year 3 and Year 4 but due to the nature of whole class reading, are suitable for those working below ARE. There are 8 weeks (24 lessons) in this block to cover a half term which have been uploaded separately, week by week. If you have time (ha!), please leave us a review. We would love to hear your feedback.

Another 5 mock test answer sheets and 5 corresponding sets of flash cards/booklet pages replicating the 2015 KS1 phonics screening test. This part also includes 5 PPTs with all the words from the individual tests for whole class and small group sessions. Covering a range of real and pseudo words (marked with a monster on flash cards) from phases 2-5. A perfect resource for revision, testing your pupils' knowledge and identifying areas for development prior to the 2016 Phonics Screening.

Here are extracts linked to an 8 week block of whole class reading/reading comprehension/guided reading sessions. Week 1 - The Gingerbread Star/Bill’s New Frock Week 2 - Paddington Bear/The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Week 3 - Winnie the Pooh Week 4 - Stig of the Dump Week 5 - Chocolate Cake Week 6 - Stuart Little Week 7 - The Wild Robot Week 8 - Fortunately, the Milk… The lessons, which can be found in our paid section, includes the following: Each week has 3 lessons which can be taught across one week, depending on your timetable, or one lesson over 3 weeks. The lesson duration is between 30-45 minutes each. A main teaching presentation which is delivered whole class with opportunities to practice the skill needed for the independent task. An independent task which follows an adaptive teaching approach, differentiated 3 ways. These are sized to fit on a sticky labels (A4 page with 4 labels) which pupils stick into reading comprehension books to then answer the questions. Each lesson covers a different reading focus: Lesson 1 - Vocabulary and prediction Lesson 2 - Retrieval and inference Lesson 3 - Sequence/summarise/explain

This last-minute revision power-point includes a definition of all punctuation terms for the 2016 SPAG test. It then has several examples of questions from previous papers for the children to quickly test their knowledge. Ideal for final cramming! Look out for my sentence forms and grammatical terms power-points which I have also added today.