A set of VIPERS reading comprehension questions based on The Egyptian Cinderella by Shirley Climo used for Year 4 Ancient Egypt topic.

Set of electricity vocabulary cards that can be used daily throughout the topic to embed technical language. Used in conjunction with Frank Einstein and the Anti-Matter Motor as a topic class novel (list of vocabulary and page numbers included) but suitable to use alone. The quality of writing through the topic (explanation text) was of a much higher standard as a result of using these cards. Each card includes a definition, word class, synonyms, examples and non-examples of use in context where appropriate.

A knowledge organiser for Ancient Egypt topic covering all the key facts. Includes a creative homework project sheet. Year 4 - Ancient Egypt

Fun example of good and bad persuasive writing about how teachers need free chocolate in school in order to work better. Includes comprehensive features list that can be used as success criteria. KS2

Two worksheets covering the Year 4 maths key facts. Adapt as needed.

I used this activity to develop language for a persuasive letter to the British Museum. The children created a conscience alley and debated whether or not the Rosetta Stone should stay in the Museum or be returned to Egypt. Year 4 Ancient Egypt topic

Differentiated sheets for children to find and add definitions and synonyms linked to the Ancient Egypt topic.

A resource covering the key maths facts for Year 4 that can be used for revision or as a parent handout.