Guided reading unit of work based on Michael Morpurgo's 'The Butterfly Lion', which includes: - learning objectives tied to the 2014 National Curriculum - reflection on previous learning - opportunities to develop reading skills - next steps in learning to bridge between sessions. This sample includes the first two sessions; the entire 10 session unit, with editorial notes and book overview, is available as a premium resource for a competitive price. It is anticipated that the entire unit of work would cover all the sessions in an entire term for one ability group. A very valuable resource which will not only save you time but engage and enthuse your students in 'real' books.

Complete guided reading unit of work based on Michael Morpurgo's 'Alone on a Wide Wide Sea', which includes: - learning objectives tied to the 2014 National Curriculum - reflection on previous learning - next steps in learning to bridge sessions and make guided reading a continuous learning opportunity. This is the entire 10 session unit, with editorial notes and book overview, which is anticipated would cover all the sessions in an entire term for one ability group. A very valuable resource which will not only save you time but engage and enthuse your students in 'real' books.

This is a complete resource set for a lesson in which the children research a Titanic survivor before presenting the key information in the form of a boarding card for the journey. The set includes: Powerpoint presentation setting the scene, including the opportunity to view original footage of the boarding of the Titanic; 15 passenger photograph cards for distribution to the class - these include both male and female passengers from different classes on-board the ship. All can be easily researched online and information about them is widely available; Recording sheet for key facts about each passenger; Blank Titanic boarding card with space for the children to record the information they have found under appropriate headings. This resource was originally used with a Year 6 class but would suit students in a wider age range.

Complete guided reading unit of work based on Penelope Lively’s 'The Ghost of Thomas Kempe’, which includes: - learning objectives tied to the 2014 National Curriculum - reflection on previous learning - opportunities to develop reading skills - next steps in learning to bridge sessions and make guided reading a continuous learning opportunity. This is the entire 10 session unit, with editorial notes and book overview, which is anticipated would cover all the sessions in an entire term for one ability group. A very valuable resource which will not only save you time but engage and enthuse your students in 'real' books.

Lesson outline: Analysing primary and secondary evidence about Cheddar Man, the oldest skeleton to be discovered in Britain which dates from the Mesolithic era. Lesson description: Pupils will use primary and secondary sources of evidence to evaluate inferences about Cheddar Man, including photographs, scientific research, and information about the Mesolithic settlements at Starr Carr and Howick House. They will consider how historians make predictions and inferences from evidence, and learn that, sometimes, more information is required to be able to confirm if their inferences are accurate. Suggested duration: 1 - 1.5 hours. The lesson may be divided up into two shorter sessions if the teacher feels this to be appropriate. By purchasing this resource, you will receive: ✔ Detailed lesson plan with key vocabulary, teacher knowledge, and adaptive teaching ✔ PowerPoint presentation - ready to load ✔ Sources pack containing primary and secondary sources of evidence ✔ All necessary worksheets/resources where applicable Where images or text are used that are subject to copyright, all necessary licences have been obtained.

Lesson outline: Analysing the most important source of evidence about Hilda of Whitby’s life, Bede’s ‘Ecclesiastical History of the English People’, to learn more about her and create an interpretation of her life. Lesson description: Pupils will make interpretations about some of the Norse gods in which the Anglo-Saxons believed prior to the arrival of Christianity in Britain. They will then use extracts from Bede’s ‘Ecclesiastical History of the English People’ to learn about Hilda of Whitby, before reconstructing an interview with Bede to discuss his interpretation of her life and achievements. Suggested duration: 1.5 - 2 hours. The lesson may be divided up into two shorter sessions if the teacher feels this to be appropriate. By purchasing this resource, you will receive: ✔ Detailed lesson plan with key vocabulary, teacher knowledge, and adaptive teaching ✔ PowerPoint presentation - ready to load ✔ Sources pack containing primary and secondary sources of evidence ✔ All necessary worksheets/resources where applicable Where images or text are used that are subject to copyright, all necessary licences have been obtained.

Lesson outline: Analysing photographic evidence of two Stone Age settlements to identify the similarities and differences in the style and construction of Neolithic houses. Lesson description: Pupils will use photographic evidence to compare Skara Brae and the Stonehenge Houses. They will learn that, despite the two settlements being hundreds of miles apart, there are important similarities between them. They will record their findings on an easy-to-use Venn diagram so they can easily see what was different about the buildings and what was the same. Suggested duration: 1 - 1.5 hours. By purchasing this resource, you will receive: ✔ Detailed lesson plan with key vocabulary, teacher knowledge, and adaptive teaching ✔ PowerPoint presentation - ready to load ✔ Sources pack containing primary and secondary sources of evidence ✔ All necessary worksheets/resources where applicable Where images or text are used that are subject to copyright, all necessary licences have been obtained.

Worksheet requiring students to compare, contrast and sequence mixed numbers and improper fractions. Features three sections, testing these skills. Initially used for a middle ability group in a Y6 class, the resource would be suited to younger or older students working at an appropriate level. Features the language of SOLO verbs.

Complete guided reading unit of work based on Frank Cottrell Boyce's 'Cosmic', which includes: - learning objectives tied to the 2014 National Curriculum - reflection on previous learning - next steps in learning to bridge sessions and make guided reading a continuous learning opportunity. This is the entire 10 session unit, with editorial notes, which is anticipated would cover all the sessions in an entire term for one ability group. A very valuable resource which will not only save you time but engage and enthuse your students in 'real' books.

Lesson outline: Analysing primary and secondary evidence about The Mary Rose to evaluate different theories about why the boat sank during the reign of Henry VIII. Lesson description: Pupils will use primary and secondary sources of evidence to evaluate five theories about why Henry VIII’s warship, The Mary Rose, sank. They will take part in a carousel in groups to consider and discuss the evidence, before writing an independent conclusion to explain their findings. Suggested duration: 1 - 1.5 hours. By purchasing this resource, you will receive: ✔ Detailed lesson plan with key vocabulary, teacher knowledge, and adaptive teaching ✔ PowerPoint presentation - ready to load ✔ Sources pack containing primary and secondary sources of evidence ✔ All necessary worksheets/resources where applicable Where images or text are used that are subject to copyright, all necessary licences have been obtained.

A really useful short SATs style reading test, perfect for Y6 pupils preparing for the Real Thing. Based on the format of the 2016 test, this resource includes test material with text extract and detailed marks scheme. Equivalent to one section from the 2016 test (11 questions, 22 marks). 1, 2 and 3 mark questions covering retrieval of information, clarification of language and inference and deduction skills. Time limit not provided as it is at the discretion of the teachers and the needs of the pupils, but 15 minutes would not be unrealistic.

Worksheet requiring students to identify common quadrilaterals and to describe the parallel and perpendicular lines in each. Pictures of quadrilaterals could also be annotated as required to demonstrate students' understanding. Answers provided.

A really useful short SATs style reading test, perfect for Y6 pupils preparing for the Real Thing. Based on the format of the 2016 test, this resource includes test material with text extract and detailed marks scheme. Equivalent to one section from the 2016 test (11 questions, 17 marks). 1, 2 and 3 mark questions covering retrieval of information, clarification of language and inference and deduction skills. Time limit not provided as it is at the discretion of the teachers and the needs of the pupils, but 15 minutes would not be unrealistic.

The Reading VIPERS are the six core reading skills that students in elementary or primary school need to master to become successful readers. These skills are closely matched to reciprocal reading strategies and the requirements of the KS2 reading test in England. This resource provides questions, one for each of the VIPERS, based on a narrative text (provided) that is accessible to children in the 10+ age group. Questions are written to reflect the style of the KS2 reading test in England for support in test preparation but are equally suited to other audiences wishing to develop children’s close reading skills. Answers provided.

Complete guided reading unit of work based on Michael Morpurgo's 'The Butterfly Lion', which includes: - learning objectives tied to the 2014 National Curriculum - reflection on previous learning - opportunities to develop reading skills - next steps in learning to bridge sessions and make guided reading a continuous learning opportunity. This is the entire 10 session unit, with editorial notes and book overview, which is anticipated would cover all the sessions in an entire term for one ability group. A very valuable resource which will not only save you time but engage and enthuse your students in 'real' books.

A really useful short SATs style reading test, perfect for Y6 pupils preparing for the Real Thing. Based on the format of the 2016 test, this resource includes test material with text extract and detailed marks scheme. Equivalent to one section from the 2016 test (11 questions, 17 marks). 1, 2 and 3 mark questions covering retrieval of information, clarification of language and inference and deduction skills. Time limit not provided as it is at the discretion of the teachers and the needs of the pupils, but 15 minutes would not be unrealistic.

Complete guided reading unit of work based on Michael Morpurgo's 'Kensuke's Kingdom', which includes: - learning objectives tied to the 2014 National Curriculum - reflection on previous learning - next steps in learning to bridge sessions and make guided reading a continuous learning opportunity. This is the entire 10 session unit, with editorial notes and book overview, which is anticipated would cover all the sessions in an entire term for one ability group. A very valuable resource which will not only save you time but engage and enthuse your students in 'real' books.

A really useful short SATs style reading test, perfect for Y6 pupils preparing for the Real Thing. Based on the format of the 2016 test, this resource includes test material with text extract and detailed marks scheme. Equivalent to one section from the 2016 test (11 questions, 17 marks). 1, 2 and 3 mark questions covering retrieval of information, clarification of language and inference and deduction skills. Time limit not provided as it is at the discretion of the teachers and the needs of the pupils, but 15 minutes would not be unrealistic.

SAMPLE guided reading unit of work based on Frank Cottrell Boyce's 'Cosmic', which includes: - learning objectives tied to the 2014 National Curriculum - reflection on previous learning - opportunities to develop reading skills - next steps in learning to bridge between sessions. This sample includes two unrelated sessions only; the entire 10 session unit, with editorial notes, is available as a premium resource for a competitive price. It is anticipated that the entire 10 session unit of work would cover all the sessions in an entire term for one ability group. A very valuable resource which will not only save you time but engage and enthuse your students in 'real' books.

Worksheet to give students experience of comparing mixed numbers and improper fractions and to explain their reasoning. For some questions they are encouraged to represent their reasoning in diagram form, for example by using bar models.

The Reading VIPERS are the six core reading skills that students in elementary or primary school need to master to become successful readers. These skills are closely matched to reciprocal reading strategies and the requirements of the KS2 reading test in England. This resource provides questions, one for each of the VIPERS, based on a narrative text (provided) that is accessible to children in the 10-13 age group. Questions are written to reflect the style of the KS2 reading test in England for support in test preparation but are equally suited to other audiences wishing to develop children's close reading skills. Answers provided.