A scheme of work for Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Sea of Monsters. Includes comprehension questions and a suggested follow-up writing activities for each chapter.

A scheme of work for Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief. Includes comprehension questions and a suggested follow-up writing activities for each chapter.

This resource includes a copy of the poem Dis Poetry by Benjamin Zephaniah and three sets of comprehension questions for different levels of ability. These questions are designed to help students interpret and analyse poetry.

A book summary and comprehension questions for each chapter of The Demon Headmaster and the Prime Minister’s Brain by Gillian Cross.

This PowerPoint presentation includes slides on what Chinese New Year is, animals, spring, gods, feasts, the colour red, dragons and gifts. There is also a short quiz and five fun activity ideas.

This PowerPoint presentation includes slides on New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, fireworks, resolutions, traditional foods, parades and Chinese New Year. There is also a short quiz and five fun activity ideas.

This resource includes a comprehension text accompanied by three sets of questions, each designed to test different levels of understanding and engagement with the material.

The resource is a PowerPoint presentation comprising 20 questions entirely focused on the theme of New Year.

Detailed scheme of work for Holes by Louis Sachar. This scheme breaks down the book into segments of three chapters each, making it suitable for individual lessons. Some chapters may require additional focus. Each segment includes a brief overview, followed by three proposed follow-up activities. Each activity has a defined objective and clear instructions. Designed for upper Key Stage 2 but adaptable for different age groups.

Scheme of work for The Firework-Maker’s Daughter. This scheme divides each of the seven chapters into two parts (line references provided and chapter summaries included). It includes comprehension questions for each part along with recommended follow-up activities. Intended for upper Key Stage 2 but can easily be adapted.

This resource includes a biography of Raymond Briggs and three sets of comprehension questions.

This resource includes an information text about the Christmas Truce of World War I and three sets of comprehension questions for different levels of ability.

This resource includes a copy of the poem Talking Turkeys by Benjamin Zephaniah and three sets of comprehension questions for different levels of ability. These questions are designed to help students interpret and analyse poetry.

This resource includes a biography of Benjamin Zephaniah and three sets of comprehension questions for different levels of ability.

10 simple Christmas riddles written in verse.

A collection of plot synopses for wonderful Christmas books. Offers insight into the captivating narratives and meaningful messages found within these cherished holiday stories.

An Introduction to ‘The Polar Express’ by Chris Van Allsburg . This presentation includes a plot summary, information about the author and five lessons with model answers to guide students.

An Introduction to ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ by Dr. Seuss. This presentation includes a plot summary, information about the author and five lessons with model answers to guide students.

Enjoy this Christmas quiz featuring five rounds with 10 questions each. The rounds include: Christmas Around the World, Christmas Films, Christmas Songs and Music, Christmas Traditions and Decorations, Christmas Literature and Stories.

This presentation begins with a slide dedicated to the author, Charles Dickens, offering insight into his life and works. It then delves into the background information of ‘A Christmas Carol’, setting the scene for the story’s context and significance. An abridged version of the story is provided for a concise understanding, followed by comprehension questions for each stave to engage and assess understanding. Finally, the presentation concludes with a variety of suggested follow-up activities to extend learning and appreciation of the novel