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.
Looking for an exciting and engaging activity to boost your students’ reading comprehension and critical thinking skills?
This interactive mystery game is perfect for your students and features an intriguing story with multiple clues, inference, retrieval, and vocabulary questions—plus, it includes alternate endings based on the player’s choices!
In this mystery, the much-anticipated movie “Starlight” is about to premiere, but the final movie script has gone missing just hours before the show begins! The director, lead actor, and screenwriter all had access to the script. Students must follow the clues and solve questions to figure out who took the script. Will they choose the correct path and catch the culprit?
Problem Types Include:
Inference questions: Making logical conclusions based on the clues
Retrieval questions: Gathering key information from the text
Vocabulary questions: Understanding important words in the context of the story
Why Students & Teachers LOVE this Resource
Self-Checking: Students will receive immediate feedback as they progress through the game. Correct answers lead them down the right path to solving the mystery, while wrong answers send them off track!
Engaging: With a thrilling “whodunit” plot and interactive elements, students will be hooked from start to finish.
No Prep: Simply print or display the game and go! All the clues and questions are ready to be solved.
Critical Thinking: Students practice skills like inference, deduction, and vocabulary comprehension as they unravel the mystery.
Flexible: Can be used in a classroom setting or assigned as an independent activity. Suitable for a variety of age groups with easy-to-understand clues.
Included in this Product:
Full Mystery Story with Clues and Questions
2 Alternate Endings (one for success and one for failure)
Printable Clue Cards
Answer Keys
Student Tracking Sheets
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The Raven Who Saved Christmas
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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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Looking for an exciting and engaging activity to boost your students’ reading comprehension and critical thinking skills? This interactive mystery game is perfect for your students and features an intriguing story with multiple clues, inference, retrieval, and vocabulary questions—plus, it includes alternate endings based on the player’s choices!
In this mystery, Lady Eleanor’s prized family heirloom, a diamond necklace, has gone missing just before her big event. Students must follow the clues and solve questions to figure out who took the necklace. Will they choose the correct path and catch the thief?
Problem Types Include:
Inference questions: Making logical conclusions based on the clues
Retrieval questions: Gathering key information from the text
Vocabulary questions: Understanding important words in the context of the story
Why Students & Teachers LOVE this Resource
Self-Checking: Students will receive immediate feedback as they progress through the game. Correct answers lead them down the right path to solving the mystery, while wrong answers send them off track!
Engaging: With a thrilling “whodunit” plot and interactive elements, students will be hooked from start to finish.
No Prep: Simply print or display the game and go! All the clues and questions are ready to be solved.
Critical Thinking: Students practice skills like inference, deduction, and vocabulary comprehension as they unravel the mystery.
Flexible: Can be used in a classroom setting or assigned as an independent activity. Suitable for a variety of age groups with easy-to-understand clues.
Included in this Product:
Full Mystery Story with Clues and Questions
2 Alternate Endings (one for success and one for failure)
Printable Clue Cards
Answer Keys
Student Tracking Sheets
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
Join the Bitesize Education Community to receive news, special offers and freebies!
Bring the magic of Christmas into your phonics lessons with this festive resource pack! Perfectly aligned with the Little Wandle Phonics programme, these “print-and-go” texts promote independent reading, phonics recall, and comprehension. Each engaging story is designed to spark curiosity while reinforcing essential Year 1 reading skills.
Key Features
Include Lesson Plan
Christmas-themed texts with comprehension questions.
Aligned to Little Wandle phonics phases for maximum curriculum fit.
Includes tricky words and phonics patterns for targeted practice.
Develops reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence.
Easy “print-and-go” format for stress-free preparation.
Fun for whole-class, small-group, or independent work!
Also see:
Christmas Pack 1
Christmas Pack 2
Christmas Pack 3
Christmas Pack 4
Christmas Pack 5
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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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Bring the magic of Christmas into your phonics lessons with this festive resource pack! Perfectly aligned with the Little Wandle Phonics programme, these “print-and-go” texts promote independent reading, phonics recall, and comprehension. Each engaging story is designed to spark curiosity while reinforcing essential Year 1 reading skills.
Key Features
Christmas-themed texts with comprehension questions.
Aligned to Little Wandle phonics phases for maximum curriculum fit.
Includes tricky words and phonics patterns for targeted practice.
Develops reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence.
Easy “print-and-go” format for stress-free preparation.
Fun for whole-class, small-group, or independent work!
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!
Bring the magic of Christmas into your phonics lessons with this festive resource pack! Perfectly aligned with the Little Wandle Phonics programme, these “print-and-go” texts promote independent reading, phonics recall, and comprehension. Each engaging story is designed to spark curiosity while reinforcing essential Year 1 reading skills.
Key Features
Christmas-themed texts with comprehension questions.
Aligned to Little Wandle phonics phases for maximum curriculum fit.
Includes tricky words and phonics patterns for targeted practice.
Develops reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence.
Easy “print-and-go” format for stress-free preparation.
Fun for whole-class, small-group, or independent work!
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!
Bring the magic of Christmas into your phonics lessons with this festive resource pack! Perfectly aligned with the Little Wandle Phonics programme, these “print-and-go” texts promote independent reading, phonics recall, and comprehension. Each engaging story is designed to spark curiosity while reinforcing essential Year 1 reading skills.
Key Features
Christmas-themed texts with comprehension questions.
Aligned to Little Wandle phonics phases for maximum curriculum fit.
Includes tricky words and phonics patterns for targeted practice.
Develops reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence.
Easy “print-and-go” format for stress-free preparation.
Fun for whole-class, small-group, or independent work!
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!
Bring the magic of Christmas into your phonics lessons with this festive resource pack! Perfectly aligned with the Little Wandle Phonics programme, these “print-and-go” texts promote independent reading, phonics recall, and comprehension. Each engaging story is designed to spark curiosity while reinforcing essential Year 1 reading skills.
Key Features
Christmas-themed texts with comprehension questions.
Aligned to Little Wandle phonics phases for maximum curriculum fit.
Includes tricky words and phonics patterns for targeted practice.
Develops reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence.
Easy “print-and-go” format for stress-free preparation.
Fun for whole-class, small-group, or independent work!
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!
Bring the magic of Christmas into your phonics lessons with this festive resource pack! Perfectly aligned with the Little Wandle Phonics programme, these “print-and-go” texts promote independent reading, phonics recall, and comprehension. Each engaging story is designed to spark curiosity while reinforcing essential Year 1 reading skills.
Key Features
Christmas-themed texts with comprehension questions.
Aligned to Little Wandle phonics phases for maximum curriculum fit.
Includes tricky words and phonics patterns for targeted practice.
Develops reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence.
Easy “print-and-go” format for stress-free preparation.
Fun for whole-class, small-group, or independent work!
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!
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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The Bronze Package Christmas Bundle:
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to get in the festive mood for Christmas with 7 packs 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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You Get:
A very Serious Letter to Santa
How to make a Christmas Pudding
Santa’s Story
The Lost Star of Everlight
The Magic of Christmas
The Raven Who Saved Christmas
The Robin’s Christmas Gift
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.
If you would like to purchase silver pack add on which includes:
A presentation
A Colouring Page
A Wordsearch
A Crossword
A Just Tick It Activity - For reluctant writers
Email me @ bitesizeEducation01@gmail.com
Join the Bitesize Education Community to receive news, special offers and freebies!
The Bronze Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to get in the festive mood for Christmas with ‘The Robin’s Christmas Gift’ 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.
If you would like to purchase silver pack add on which includes:
A presentation
A Colouring Page
A Wordsearch
A Crossword
A Just Tick It Activity - For reluctant writers
Email me @ bitesizeEducation01@gmail.com
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
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The Bronze Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to get in the festive mood for Christmas with ‘The Raven Who Saved Christmas’ 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.
If you would like to purchase silver pack add on which includes:
A presentation
A Colouring Page
A Wordsearch
A Crossword
A Just Tick It Activity - For reluctant writers
Email me @ bitesizeEducation01@gmail.com
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
Feedback
The Bronze Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to get in the festive mood for Christmas with ‘The Magic of Christmas’ 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.
If you would like to purchase silver pack add on which includes:
A presentation
A Colouring Page
A Wordsearch
A Crossword
A Just Tick It Activity - For reluctant writers
Email me @ bitesizeEducation01@gmail.com
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
Feedback
The Bronze Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to get in the festive mood for Christmas with ‘The Lost Star of Everlight’ 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.
If you would like to purchase silver pack add on which includes:
A presentation
A Colouring Page
A Wordsearch
A Crossword
A Just Tick It Activity - For reluctant writers
Email me @ bitesizeEducation01@gmail.com
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
Feedback
The Bronze Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to get in the festive mood for Christmas with ‘The Magic of Christmas: Santa’s Story’ 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.
If you would like to purchase silver pack add on which includes:
A presentation
A Colouring Page
A Wordsearch
A Crossword
A Just Tick It Activity - For reluctant writers
Email me @ bitesizeEducation01@gmail.com
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
Feedback
The Bronze Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to get in the festive mood for Christmas with ‘How To Make A Christmas Pudding’ 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.
If you would like to purchase silver pack add on which includes:
A presentation
A Colouring Page
A Wordsearch
A Crossword
A Just Tick It Activity - For reluctant writers
Email me @ bitesizeEducation01@gmail.com
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
Feedback
The Bronze Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to get in the festive mood for Christmas with ‘A Serious Letter To Santa’ 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.
If you would like to purchase silver pack add on which includes:
A presentation
A Colouring Page
A Wordsearch
A Crossword
A Just Tick It Activity - For reluctant writers
Email me @ bitesizeEducation01@gmail.com
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
Feedback
The Gold Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about The Roman Empire and Why the Romans Invaded Britain? 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.
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
Or Try The Bronze Pack
Or Try The Silver Pack
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
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