Boost Comprehension is a collective of passionate primary school teachers dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for both teachers and pupils. With a wealth of experience, our team has a proven track record of achieving exceptional results in the primary education sector.
Boost Comprehension is a collective of passionate primary school teachers dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for both teachers and pupils. With a wealth of experience, our team has a proven track record of achieving exceptional results in the primary education sector.
King of the Jungle: A Chinese New Year Assembly
Fully resourced, pick-up and go Key Stage Two assembly:
Teacher script
PowerPoint presentation
Celebrate Chinese New Year with this engaging Key Stage Two assembly based on the traditional Chinese story ‘King of the Forest’. This well-loved tale of a clever fox who outsmarts a tiger teaches valuable lessons about problem-solving, leadership, and the importance of cleverness over brute strength.
Designed to captivate young minds, this assembly includes:
A detailed retelling of the story in a narrative format.
Philosophical questions and reflection prompts to encourage critical thinking and class discussions.
Links to the themes of Chinese New Year, such as the zodiac animals and their unique traits, fostering cultural awareness and inclusivity.
Opportunities for students to reflect on their own strengths, promoting self-awareness and personal growth.
Perfect for schools looking to mark Chinese New Year in a meaningful way, this assembly delivers an inspiring message about celebrating diversity and appreciating the many ways people can contribute to a community.
Suitable for a whole-school or class assembly, this resource is an excellent way to inspire curiosity, celebrate cultural traditions, and instill lasting values.
The Power of Friendship: Celebrating International Women’s Day
Fully resourced, pick-up and go Key Stage Two assembly:
A detailed assembly script
Fully illustrated PowerPoint presentation
Reflection questions for student engagement.
A recommended playlist
This engaging and inspiring Key Stage Two assembly explores the themes of friendship and support, highlighting the powerful role they play in helping individuals achieve their goals and make a difference in the world. Perfect for International Women’s Day, the assembly shares the stories of remarkable women, including Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Anne Sullivan and Helen Keller, and Serena and Venus Williams.
Through real-life examples, reflective questions, and interactive activities, students will learn about the importance of supporting others, recognising the qualities of a good friend, and celebrating the successes of those around them. The assembly encourages students to reflect on their own friendships and how they can be better friends and allies in their daily lives.
This assembly will leave children inspired to value and nurture the relationships that help them grow and succeed. Ideal for promoting teamwork, empathy, and resilience, while celebrating the achievements of women throughout history.
Teach discrete reading comprehension skills to your P6 pupils using Boost Comprehension’s ‘Life in the Wild: A Highland Ranger’s Tale’ magazine article reading comprehension unit.
This pack includes:
the text
3 fully resourced lessons, including PowerPoint inputs and PDF task sheets:
lesson 1 - retrieving information
lesson 2 - understanding the meaning of words in context
lesson 3 - summarising
an answer booklet
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