With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
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With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
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This tailored A2 level reading resource is designed to support English language learners as well as SEN students on their learning journey.
The passage follows a simple narrative about planting flowers, wearing gardening gloves, and tending to the garden.
With comprehensible language and engaging content, students will enhance their vocabulary and reading skills while learning about nature and leisure activities.
Included:
CEFR Level A2 Reading Passage
MCQs
Answers
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This A2 level reading resource is tailored to support English language learners.
Students read about the narrator’s day on the beach, and learn, through reading, how to communicate every day situations.
The comprehension questions reinforce understanding and vocabulary acquisition.
Perfect for ESL beginners.
**Included: **
A2 Reading Passage
MCQs
Answers
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This B2 reading resource explores the essence of cultural diversity for intermediate English Language Learners.
Included:
Pre-reading task
B2 reading passage
MCQs
Answers
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THIS BUNDLE HAS EASTER COVERED.
INCLUDED:
THE HISTORY OF THE CHOCOLATE EASTER EGG AT TWO READING LEVELS, READING PASSAGES, MCQS, CLOZE, DISCUSSION, AND CREATIVE TASKS
EOSTRE - GODDESS OF EASTER - EXPLORE THE MYTHOLOGY AND ORIGINS BEHIND OUR EASTER TRADITIONS.
FREE INTERACTIVE QUIZZES ACCOMPANY THESE THREE RESOURCES.
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A FREE INTERACTIVE QUIZ ACCOMPANIES THIS RESOURCE:
The history of easter eggs in a more accessible reading passage
Included:
Reading Passage
MCQs,
Discussion Qs
Creative/writing task
Easter egg template
Answers
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THIS BUNDLE OF RESOURCES IS TAILORED FOR RELUCTANT READERS AGED 11 - 16 AND WOULD TIE IN NICELY WITH STUDYING “BLACK HISTORY MONTH”.
EACH OF THESE ATHLETES OVERCAME GREAT PREJUDICE/ADVERSITY TO ACHIEVE OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALS.
FROM THEIR HUMBLE BEGINNINGS THEY ROSE TO OBTAIN THE HIGHEST ACCOLADE IN SPORT AND SOME WENT ON TO INSPIRE AND ACHIEVE RECOGNITION FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO THE FIGHT FOR EQUALITY.
THESE INSPIRING STORIES ILLUSTRATE THAT THE ONLY ROAD TO SUCCESS IS ONE OF REAL DESIRE AND DEDICATION.
INCLUDED:
JESSE OWENS
ABEBE BIKILA
MUHAMMED ALI
WILMA RUDOLPH
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Kathrine Switzer is a pioneering figure in the history of women’s running. She gained widespread recognition for being the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon as a numbered entrant. This historic event occurred in 1967 when Switzer registered for the marathon under the name “K.V. Switzer.”
This resource tailored towards reluctant readers celebrates the phenomenal achievement Katherine made in the world of Women’s sport.
Included:
Reading Passage
MCQs
True/False Qs
Discussion Qs
Writing Task
Answers
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Develop necessary reading skills whilst exploring England’s most famous playwright.
Learn about:
the enduring legacy of the Bard - a free resource but included here so you don’t miss out. :)
The Globe theatre
An exploration of Shakepearean Tragedy
Romeo & Juliet plot summary, comprehension, discussion and creative task.
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The concise plot summary of Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet is acessible for reluctant readers, LAPs and MAPs alike.
Included:
Criptic Question
Plot summary
True/False
MCQs
Discussion Questions
Creative Task - Students to reimagine and write the ending of the summary in modern times
Answers
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These three AQA GCSE Reading Practice workbooks can be bundled into one to encourage students to study independently or they can be used with the whole class as practice for Paper 1 in the AQA GCSE English Language exam.
READING EXTRACTS:
LONDON - THE CALL OF THE WILD
GILMAN - THE YELLOW WALLPAPER
JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY
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These TWO AQA GCSE Reading Practice workbooks can be bundled into one to encourage students to study independently or they can be used with the whole class as practice for Paper 1 in the AQA GCSE English Language exam.
READING EXTRACTS:
LONDON - THE CALL OF THE WILD
JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY
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These TWO AQA GCSE PAPER 1 Reading Practice workbooks can be bundled into one to encourage students to study independently or they can be used with the whole class as practice for Paper 1 in the AQA GCSE English Language exam.
READING EXTRACTS:
GILMAN - THE YELLOW WALLPAPER
JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY
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SHAKESPEARE ROMEO & JULIET PLOT SUMMARY - COMPREHENSION AND SENTENCE SCRAMBLE.
SUITABLE FOR SEN/LAPS/MAPS.
Combining both the plot summary reading comprehension workbook with a plot summary sentence scramble activity will enhance students’ grasp of the Romeo & Juliet storyline, fostering both critical thinking and reading proficiency.
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TRAGEDY - KEATS - ISABELLA, OR THE POT OF BASIL
THE RESOURCE PROVIDES YOU WITH FULL ANNOTATIONS OF THE POEM
ISABELLA, OR THE POT OF BASIL
10 CAREFULLY CRAFTED DISCUSSION QUESTIONS, WITH ANSWERS.
ALSO INCLUDED:
CREATIVE TASK
**The student’s task is to create a visual representation or artistic interpretation of the basil plant as a symbol in “Isabella; Or the Pot of Basil.” Students will need to consider: LOVE, GRIEF, REMEMBRANCE AND CONTRAST. **
The Brief specifies exactly what students need to consider in order to achieve the finished product.
The goal is to create a piece that not only visually represents the symbolism in the poem but also communicates the emotional depth and complexity associated with the basil plant in “Isabella; Or the Pot of Basil.”
A summary and brief explanation of the themes in the poem is also included.
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SHAKESPEARE - MAIN CHARACTERS IN ROMEO & JULIET - SENTENCE SCRAMBLES - With this resource students explore the relationships between the characters in Romeo & Juliet, who’s related to whom and their characteristics.
After students have completed the sentence scramble, they could create a relationship FAMILY TREE on a large piece of A3 or A2 paper and present their findings to the class.
Included:
SCRAMBLED SENTENCES FOR A WHOLE CAST OF MAIN CHARACTERS
UNSCRAMBLED ANSWERS
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NON FICTION - CHINESE NEW YEAR OF THE SNAKE 2025 - READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITIES/WORKBOOK - Explore the Year of the Snake - Chinese New Year 2025.
Included:
PASSAGE
MCQS
TRUE/FALSE
DISCUSSION QS
CREATIVE TASKS X 2 - Design a symbol or write a new year’s poem
ANSWERS
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITIES/WORKBOOK - This TEEN MENTAL HEALTH resource package is designed specifically for teenage students. COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVES .
This resource provides open comprehension questions on a carefully crafted passage about mental health.
It also includes 6 RELATABLE SCENARIOS depicting common teenage mental health challenges for group and subsequently whole class discussion, where students can explore various mental health issues, with supporting questions and reflect on how they might impact themselves or their peers.
Scenarios:
Emma’s stress and anxiety about schoolwork
Jack’s loss of interest in hobbies and social withdrawal
Sarah’s social anxiety
Chris’s mood swings and irritability
Alex’s struggles with self-esteem and social pressure
Liam’s panic attacks before exams and presentations
Also included are 3 creative tasks aimed at engaging students in active learning and expression. They offer students the opportunity to apply their understanding in meaningful ways.
These tasks include:
creating mental health awareness campaigns
producing podcast episodes
engaging in personal reflection journals
Teachers have the flexibility to collaborate with collegues to choose one creative task per class, and thereby covering all aspects of the resource without overwhelming students or themselves.
Finally, students can showcase their creations either in front of the class or during SCHOOL ASSEMBLIES, raising awareness and initiating important conversations about teenage mental health. With this resource package, teachers can empower students to become advocates for mental health awareness in their school community."
SHAKESPEARE ROMEO & JULIET SENTENCE SCRAMBLES AND SHAKESPEARE NON FICTION READING COMPREHENSION -
A package consisting of a Romeo and Juliet Sentence Scramble activity along with four informative reading comprehensions.
Included:
Shakespeare’s legacy - A FREE RESOURCE but included here so you don’t miss out. :)
The Globe Theatre
The essence of tragedy
and consolidate their knowledge of the storyline of Romeo & Juliet the PLOT SUMMARY READING COMPREHENSION, AND SENTENCE SCRAMBLE.
To be used as standalone , homework, cover lesson, revision or to prepare students for the world of Shakespeare’s tragedy.
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SHAKESPEARE - ROMEO & JULIET PLOT SUMMARY AND EXPLORING SHAKESPEAREAN TRAGEDY READING COMPREHENSION & PLOT SUMMARY SENTENCE SCRAMBLE.
Combining a plot summary reading comprehension workbook, a plot summary sentence scramble activity, and a reading comprehension titled “Exploring Shakespearean Tragedy” will immerse students in the tragic elements of Romeo & Juliet, fostering critical thinking and reading skills while delving into the complexities of Shakespearean tragedy.
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SHAKESPEARE - ROMEO - READING COMPREHENSION CHARACTER ANALYSIS - Romeo Montague’s character analysis explores his intense love for Juliet, his initial infatuation with Rosaline, and his impulsive actions throughout “Romeo and Juliet.” Students will gain insight into Romeo’s multifaceted personality, his struggles with love and emotion, and the impact of his relationships with others.
Included:
analysis
comprehension questions
creative writing task
answers
**The creative writing task allows students to engage with Romeo’s character in a new context while demonstrating their understanding of his personality and motivations.
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