2 resources to support teaching of stage 5 week 8 of Letters and Sound alternative u pronunciation. U as in human, unicorn, tuna U as in butter, under, sun. 24 Word cards with images to be sorted into the matching u sound groups and a read and write in the correct column worksheet.

Magic E split digraph a_e labeling worksheet. 33 clear clip-art images to label. Can your learners figure out, read and spell each word? Word box on separate sheet to cross out words

Story map graphic organisers Character, setting, problem at BEGINNING Attempts to solve problem in MIDDLE Solution at END 2 page versions on PDF - one with 2 attempts to solve. (Also included Publisher file if you wish to edit)

First day activity - all about my friend. Working in partners children ask each other questions to settle into a new class. Favourite things, goals for the year, skills, I have uploaded the Microsoft publisher file if you wish to edit. (Free to download and use fonts are ‘Topmarks’ and ‘Rockwell’ easy to find with a Google search.)

Zahi Hawass Reading Comprehension Worksheets This download includes differentiated biographies of Zahi Hawass, a well-known Egyptian archaeologist and egyptologist, a prominent figure in modern Egyptian history and culture. The biographies are split into two levels, with approximately 500 words and 10 questions in the higher level, and approximately 350 words and 8 questions in the lower level. Both levels follow the same structure and cover similar information and facts. Answer sheets in two styles: A4 with lines and A5 to print, cut, glue in books and answer below. Includes answer sheets. Suitable for teaching biographies and modern-day Egyptians for KS2 and KS3.

Aesop’s ‘The Boy Who Cried Wolf’ This reading comprehension retelling of the fable comes in two levels - higher and lower - with varying vocabulary and question difficulty. The higher level has a longer word count and 8 higher level reading comprehension questions, while the lower level has easier to read synonyms and 7 questions. Both levels come with answer keys for easy marking.

Fable Reading Comprehension of “The Goose That Laid the Golden Eggs” This reading comprehension is designed for children aged 7-12 and is differentiated in two ways. With answer sheets.

Reading comprehension with differentiated levels. Retelling of Aesop’s fable ‘The Ant and The Grasshopper’. The sheets are written at three reading levels, each with differentiated questions below. The fable is short and traditional, worksheets are printable on one A4 page. An answer sheet is also included.

29 generic biography question cards for learners to ask each other about any biography. The questions include a range of grammar-related questions (e.g., What tense is the text mainly written in? Is the biography written in the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd person? Why? Is any of the text written in the present or future tense?), as well as general topic questions (e.g., Who is the biography about? Why are they famous? What can we learn from the famous person in the biography?). Two versions of question cards, one version with all cards the same colour, another with color-coded cards; with a purple border indicating trickier questions and a blue border indicating easier ones. **This resource is perfect for analyzing the key features of biographies and can be used with any biography. ** Additionally, it includes two Kagan Fan-N-Pick mats: one for square table teams of four and another for learners to use in order (#1 fans the questions, #2 picks, #3 answers, #4 restates and praises).

Develop reading comprehension skills with this collection of tales from the Brothers Grimm featuring magical elves. Includes three interconnected stories: "The Elves and the Shoemaker" - The classic tale about a poor shoemaker who receives much-needed help from three young elves. "The Servant Girl" - A hard-working servant girl encounters elves who gift her gold. "The Changeling" - A mother cleverly tricks elves to return her stolen child. This reading comprehension resource includes: ➼ Illustrated, child-friendly versions of each tale faithful to the original Brothers Grimm For “The Elves and the Shoemaker”: ➊ A 20 question VIPERS comprehension sheet requiring written responses ➋ A 32 question SAT-style multiple choice sheet ➌ A 27 question essential questions plus multiple choice sheet ➍ A lower ability/EAL question sheet with written and multiple choice For the complete set of three tales: ➎ A 39 question SAT-style multiple choice sheet ➏ A 21 question written response comprehension sheet Through these engaging fairy tales, students will build key comprehension skills while learning valuable lessons about generosity, caution, and wisdom. The tales connect through the common theme of magical elves impacting human lives. An enchanting addition to any reading curriculum. The tales are written at a year 4 to 5 reading level, with comprehension questions appropriate for key stages 2, 3 and even 4.

Illuminate your classroom with the spirit of Diwali through this engaging lesson on the Indian festival of lights. Students will gain meaningful insight into the cultural traditions, rituals, mythology, and global celebrations that brighten this 5-day Hindu holiday. Vivid illustrations coupled with clear, engaging text unravel the origins and significance of Diwali. Learn how the demon king Narakasur’s defeat and Sita’s rescue represent the triumph of light over darkness, inspiring the diya lamps, fireworks, and sweets that define this occasion. The reading also highlights unique Diwali practices across India and beyond. Learning is reinforced through differentiated assessment options catered to diverse needs: 4 levels of multiple choice quizzes with various question types 3 written response variations, including a short phrase worksheet for essential understanding A 40-question true/false quiz evaluates both comprehension and critical thinking Enlighten your students with a memorable exploration of Diwali, the festival of lights cherished by Hindus worldwide. This richly illustrated lesson makes an illuminating addition to studies of Indian culture and mythology for years 5-10.

Articles worksheets. Write a, an, or the in the box before the noun.

Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for the classic fairytale Little Red Riding Hood This carefully re-told story is written at three levels appropriate for readers aged from 6 to 11 years old. The higher level text is double-sided, has a larger word count and features more complex vocabulary and includes 17 questions, including vocabulary questions. The middle level is double-sided, has simpler vocabulary and comes with two question sheet versions; one with 15 questions, another with 8 questions. The lower level text has been simplified for lower-level readers, but follows the structure of the other two higher texts and is therefore also double-sided but uses mainly decodable and high frequency words and has only 7 essential comprehension questions using easy to read and answer questions. All levels come with answer sheets. More fairy tale reading worksheets: Hansel and Gretel Rapunzel Thumbelina The Ugly Duckling

5-way differentiated reading comprehension, suitable for readers aged 7 to 14 years, for the classic fairy tale ‘The Clever Prince’ (Originally written by Kate Douglas Wiggin in 1906) in which a prince searches far and wide for a bride who is both very beautiful and clever, finally finding her living as a peasant in a cottage in the woods; after testing her intelligence, he realizes she is his equal and marries the peasant girl, making her his princess. The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, some extra literary devices and a larger word count. It includes three versions of comprehension questions: ➊ A classic 18 question worksheet ➋ A 16 question worksheet ➌ A 15 question multiple choice version with 3 answer choices The middle or  lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading whilst keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. This version includes two sets of questions: ➍ A 14 question classic worksheet ➎ A 15 question multiple choice version with 3 answer choices All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets. More fairy tale reading worksheets featuring male main characters: Brave Little Tailor Aladdin Emperor’s New Clothes

8-way differentiated reading comprehension, suitable for readers aged 6 to 11 years, for the classic fairy tale ‘The Old Woman in the Forest’ in which a young girl who gets lost in the woods is assisted by a little white bird who helps her find a ring in an old lady’s house, leading her to meet a handsome prince in the forest and ultimately find true love. The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, some extra literary devices and a larger word count. It includes two versions of comprehension questions: ➊ A 16 question classic answer sheet where students write answers on the lines. It is double sided. ➋ A 16 question multiple choice version with 3 answer choices. The middle-level text has a slightly smaller word count and simpler vocabulary. It comes with two sets of comprehension questions: ➌ A classic 17 question worksheet. ➍ A 12 question worksheet. ➎ A 14 question multiple choice version with 3 answer choices. The lower-level text has been simplified for easier reading, using mainly decodable and high-frequency words whenever possible, apart from a few essential story words. This version includes three sets of questions: ➏ A 10 question classic worksheet ➐ A 6 question classic worksheet ➑ A 14 question ‘circle yes or no’ worksheet perfect for beginner EAL learners. All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets.

10 versions of differentiated reading comprehension for the classic fairy tale ‘Beauty and the Beast’,  suitable for readers aged 6 to 12 years. The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs additional literary devices. It has a larger word count and is 2 A4 pages in length. Three versions of comprehension questions come with this level text: ➊ A classic worksheet with 20 questions that require mid to high-level reading comprehension skills, ➋ A classic worksheet with 15 higher level compound questions. ➌ A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 26 questions that vary in difficulty level, each with 4 answer choices. The middle-level text has a slightly smaller word count and simpler vocabulary. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and is accompanied by three sets of comprehension questions: ➍ A classic 17 question worksheet ➎ A classic 14 question worksheet ➏ A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 31 questions that vary in difficulty level, each with 4 answer choices. The lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, using decodable words whenever possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes three sets of question sheets: ➐ A classic worksheet with 15 questions ➑ A classic worksheet with 8 very easy questions ➒ A TRUE OR FALSE activity with 20 questions ➓ A multiple-choice style version with a sequencing task and 8 easy questions Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.

Reading Comprehension for the Brothers Grimm’s "The Bremen Town Musicians" In this classic folk tale, an aging donkey meets up with a worn-out hunting dog, an old cat, and an elderly rooster, all of whom have faced hardship with their masters. Seeking a fresh start, the loyal friends embark on a journey together to Bremen to begin new lives as musicians. After spending the night in a forest along the way, the determined animals follow a light to a cottage inhabited by robbers. By making loud noises together, the clever companions are able to work as a team to scare off the outlaws. In the end, the four newfound friends contentedly take over the abandoned house, seeming to have found their happy new home together. This reading comprehension resource includes: ➼ A reading passage written at an approximate 8-11 year old reading level ➼ A 27-question SAT-style multiple choice quiz ➼ A 15-question comprehension worksheet with factual, sequencing, vocabulary, main idea, and theme questions, plus a ‘write a summary’ prompt With answer sheets

Reading Comprehension for the Brothers Grimm’s “The Bremen Town Musicians” In this classic folk tale, an aging donkey meets up with a worn-out hunting dog, an old cat, and an elderly rooster, all of whom have faced hardship with their masters. Seeking a fresh start, the loyal friends embark on a journey together to Bremen to begin new lives as musicians. After spending the night in a forest along the way, the determined animals follow a light to a cottage inhabited by robbers. By making loud noises together, the clever companions are able to work as a team to scare off the outlaws. In the end, the four newfound friends contentedly take over the abandoned house, seeming to have found their happy new home together. This reading comprehension resource includes: ➼ A reading passage written at an approximate 8-11 year old reading level ➼ A 27-question SAT-style multiple choice quiz ➼ A 15-question comprehension worksheet with factual, sequencing, vocabulary, main idea, and theme questions, plus a ‘write a summary’ prompt With answer sheets

Reading comprehension for the the French fairy tale, “Diamonds and Toads” by Charles Perrault. In this anti-fairytale, a widow has two daughters. The older daughter, Fanny, resembles her mother and is favored despite being disagreeable. The younger daughter is kind and beautiful like her late father. The younger girl helps a disguised fairy and is blessed with jewels and flowers falling from her mouth when she speaks. The widow wants the same for Fanny, but Fanny insults the fairy and is cursed, causing toads and snakes to fall from her mouth. When Fanny arrives home, she tells her story to her mother and disgusting toads and vipers fall from her mouth The widow, furious, drives her younger daughter out of the house. In the woods, the younger daughter meets a king’s son, who falls in love with her and marries her. In time, the widow is sickened by her older daughter’s vile mouth, and drives her out too. Fanny dies alone and miserable in the woods. This reading activity resource includes: A reading passage at a 9-12 year old reading level A 15-question comprehension sheet (basic factual questions) A 14-question comprehension sheet (literary analysis questions) An 8-question comprehension sheet (mix of essential questions) A 31-question SAT-style multiple choice quiz (2 pages) A 58-question SAT-style multiple choice quiz (4 pages) A sequencing and story summary cloze activity sheet Two crossword versions using 26 key vocabulary words Answer sheets are also provided.

Master proper nouns with this hands-on resource! This engaging pack includes: • 4 A4 pages of sorting cards (96 cards in total) for sorting common vs. proper nouns like mountain/Mount Everest, holiday/Christmas, language/English • 2 contrasting example illustrated posters of common and proper nouns • 2 double-sided worksheets (1 higher, 1 lower level) for reinforcement Give your students fun practice identifying and using proper nouns correctly through interactive sorting activities and targeted worksheets. Also makes a great classroom display. Perfect for whole class, small group, or independent work!