This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed for Year 6 students to support their preparation for SATs. Each task is based on a different fiction text and includes 10 questions focusing on key reading skills: inference, prediction, summarizing, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval. The tasks encourage students to think critically about the text, analyze language and meaning, and practice essential comprehension strategies. Full answers are provided to help guide learning and understanding, making this resource ideal for improving reading proficiency and boosting confidence ahead of exams.

This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed to help Year 6 children develop their reading and analytical skills using well-known poems. Each task focuses on key areas such as inference, prediction, summarising, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval, providing a well-rounded approach to comprehension. The questions encourage students to think critically about the text, enhancing their understanding of language and themes. This resource is ideal for SATs preparation, with answers included for easy self-assessment or guided learning.

This set of 6 poetry comprehension tasks is designed for Year 5 children and focuses on building key reading skills. Each task includes a well-known poem, followed by ten questions that encourage students to explore vocabulary, make inferences, retrieve information, explain ideas, summarize, and make predictions. The tasks are carefully crafted to enhance understanding of poetry through engaging questions that cover a range of comprehension skills. Answers are provided for each task, making it easy for self-assessment or guided learning.

This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed to support Year 6 students in preparing for their SATs. Each task is based on a non-fiction text, with a variety of questions focusing on key reading skills: inference, prediction, summarising, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval. These tasks are ideal for building critical thinking, improving comprehension, and enhancing students’ confidence with non-fiction material. Complete with answers, this resource is perfect for guided practice or independent work.

This set of six comprehension tasks is designed for Year 5 children, focusing on non-fiction texts. Each task includes questions that challenge students to use a range of reading skills such as inference, prediction, summarizing, explanation, vocabulary understanding, and retrieval of key facts. The tasks aim to deepen comprehension and critical thinking through engaging content, helping children practice and apply their skills in understanding factual information. Full answers are provided to support learning and discussion in the classroom or at home.

This set of 6 short fiction texts is designed for Year 3 children and comes with 10 comprehension questions for each text. The questions focus on key skills such as inference, prediction, explanation, summarising, retrieval, and vocabulary to help students deepen their understanding of the text. Each text is engaging and age-appropriate, supporting the development of reading comprehension. Answers are included separately to make marking and assessment easier for teachers. This resource is perfect for classroom use or home learning.

This set of 6 poetry texts is designed for Year 3 children and includes 10 comprehension questions for each poem. The questions focus on key reading skills such as inference, prediction, explanation, summarising, retrieval, and vocabulary development. Each poem provides an engaging way to explore language and poetic devices, encouraging deeper thinking and discussion. Answers are included separately to support easy marking and feedback, making this resource perfect for classroom use or homework tasks.

This set of 6 short non-fiction texts is designed for Year 3 children and focuses on building comprehension skills. Each text is accompanied by 10 carefully crafted questions that cover key areas such as inference, prediction, explanation, summarising, retrieval, and vocabulary. The questions encourage deep thinking and understanding of the material, making it a great tool for literacy development. Answers are included separately to support easy marking and assessment. Perfect for classroom use or home learning!

This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed for students to engage with short non-fiction texts, developing their reading and analytical skills. Each task includes a text followed by 10 carefully crafted questions focusing on key skills such as inference, prediction, summarizing, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval. The questions encourage critical thinking and deeper understanding of the text. Answers are provided for each task, making it suitable for both independent work and guided learning sessions. Perfect for reinforcing comprehension strategies across a range of non-fiction topics.

This set of six poetry comprehension tasks is designed for Year 4 students and focuses on developing key reading skills. Each task is based on a well-known poem and includes questions that help students practice inference, prediction, summarising, explanation, vocabulary, and retrieval. These engaging questions guide students through a deeper understanding of the text while encouraging critical thinking and creativity. Answers are provided for each task, making it a complete resource for both teachers and students to explore poetry together.

This set includes 6 short fiction texts designed for Year 4 children, each accompanied by 10 comprehension questions. The questions focus on key skills such as inference, prediction, explanation, summarising, retrieval, and vocabulary. These texts and questions are ideal for improving comprehension abilities, fostering critical thinking, and encouraging deeper engagement with fiction. Answers are provided separately to make marking easy and efficient. Perfect for classroom use or homework activities!

This fun and engaging assembly script introduces Year 3 children to the Stone Age through a humorous, interactive performance, where each of the 30 students gets a speaking part. The play follows two modern-day time travelers who accidentally land in the Stone Age and must learn how to survive by hunting, discovering fire, creating tools, and even painting cave art. The Stone Age characters show off their skills while providing plenty of laughs along the way. Stage Directions: The set includes a cave backdrop and forest scenes. Children will use simple props like clubs, spears, and animal masks for a playful re-enactment of hunting and survival. There’s also a cardboard time machine for the time travelers. Song: A lively performance of “The Stone Age Song,” sung to the tune of “We Will Rock You” by Queen, which can be found on YouTube here. Children can stomp and drum along to the beat for extra excitement. Reflection: At the end of the play, a reflection ties together the lessons of the Stone Age, highlighting the importance of teamwork, discovery, and innovation, with a message about how the past shapes the present. Cast List: The cast includes narrators, Stone Age people, time travelers, prehistoric animals, and village characters, ensuring all 30 children have a role to play in this entertaining and educational assembly.

In this humorous assembly script, Year 5 children take on the roles of quirky Vikings on a chaotic adventure to find treasure. Each Viking has a unique personality, from a treasure-obsessed warrior to a jokester who can’t stop cracking bad puns. As the Vikings stumble through storms, get seasick, and argue over maps, they eventually learn the value of teamwork and adventure. The play wraps up with a lighthearted reflection on Viking history, followed by a lively performance of the “Viking Song” from Horrible Histories.

This thoughtful and respectful Remembrance Assembly, designed for 30 primary school children, honors the bravery and sacrifices of soldiers, medics, and civilians who lived through war. Each child has a speaking part, taking on roles such as soldiers, medics, historians, and poppy holders, highlighting the importance of remembering the past and promoting peace for the future. The assembly includes the traditional bugle call “The Last Post” and ends with a heartfelt reflection on the significance of peace and remembrance. It is a powerful way to teach young children about the value of gratitude and hope.

Introducing a set of seven engaging comprehension tasks designed for Key Stage 2 students, each themed around events that take place during the autumn term. These tasks incorporate a variety of question types, including inference, summarising, and retrieval, encouraging students to deepen their understanding of the texts. Each task includes detailed answers to streamline the marking process, making it easier for educators to provide timely feedback.

This assembly script, designed for 30 primary school children, raises awareness about bullying and emphasizes the importance of kindness, support, and standing up for others. Each child has a speaking part, portraying victims, bullies, upstanders, teachers, and friends, showing different perspectives on bullying. The assembly features the song “Count On Me” by Bruno Mars to reinforce the theme of friendship and support. Through powerful dialogue and thoughtful reflection, the children learn how to take action against bullying and create a positive, inclusive school environment. The assembly ends with a pledge to stand united against bullying and promote kindness every day.

This assembly, designed for 30 primary children, tells the story of Hanukkah and its importance in Jewish tradition. Each child has a speaking part, portraying characters such as the Maccabees, Jewish families, dreidel players, and those lighting the menorah. The assembly explains the miracle of the oil lasting eight days and highlights the themes of hope, perseverance, and faith. It includes the song “Hanukkah, Oh Hanukkah” to celebrate the joy of the festival. The assembly ends with a thoughtful reflection on how the lessons of Hanukkah can inspire kindness and light in the world.

This engaging and heartwarming assembly, designed for 30 primary school children, celebrates the tradition of harvest and the importance of sharing and gratitude. Through a series of short, scripted scenes, the children take on the roles of farmers, gardeners, shoppers, bakers, volunteers, and children, each highlighting their contributions to the journey of food from field to table. With every child having a speaking part, the assembly also includes the popular song “Cauliflowers Fluffy,” reinforcing the harvest theme. The assembly concludes with a thoughtful reflection, encouraging everyone to give thanks and consider how they can help those in need during this season of abundance.

This set of 6 comprehension tasks is designed for Year 3 children and focuses on non-fiction texts. Each task includes a text followed by a variety of questions aimed at developing key reading comprehension skills such as inference, retrieval, vocabulary understanding, prediction, and summarising. The topics are engaging and varied, covering: The Great Wall of China Pollution in the Oceans The Stone Age The Amazon Rainforest Additional high-interest non-fiction topics The questions are tailored to challenge and improve children’s understanding of the text in a structured way. Answers are provided for each task, making it easier for teachers or parents to assess children’s work quickly and accurately. This resource is perfect for classroom use or independent learning.

These comprehension tasks are based on Chapters 1- 7 of The Twits by Roald Dahl and are designed as a morning activity for the children to complete as they settle in for the day. Each day, I read a part of The Twits before the end of the day, and the following morning, the children answer the comprehension questions once the chapter is finished. This activity includes a range of questions, including retrieval, inference, prediction, summarising, and vocabulary, with varying levels of difficulty. The resource can also be used for guided reading sessions, providing an opportunity to engage students in discussions about the text and support their comprehension development. Answers have been included so marking is less onerous. This resource is also great for parents to use at home with their children. A Word document and PDF file of the task has been included so the questions can be edited easily.