As a trained Reading Recovery Teacher and experienced Reading Leader with over 15 years of leading Phonics and reading across schools, I bring a wealth of expertise to my teaching resources. With over 20 years of teaching experience across all primary age groups, I ensure every resource is rigorously tested in my own classroom before being added to TES. My goal is to create engaging, purposeful materials that enrich children’s learning and foster a love for reading.
As a trained Reading Recovery Teacher and experienced Reading Leader with over 15 years of leading Phonics and reading across schools, I bring a wealth of expertise to my teaching resources. With over 20 years of teaching experience across all primary age groups, I ensure every resource is rigorously tested in my own classroom before being added to TES. My goal is to create engaging, purposeful materials that enrich children’s learning and foster a love for reading.
Perfect for classrooms focusing on guided reading and ideal for teaching students in an engaging, meaningful way during Black History Month or any time of the year!
Empower your students with a comprehensive guided reading experience featuring influential Black history figures, such:
Simone Biles
Lenny Henry
Marcus Rashford
Martin Luther King Jr
Floella Benjamin
Special Offer: Purchase and review any single lesson or the full bundle, and receive a FREE Stevie Wonder Lesson — this is an exclusive resources not available for purchase!
What’s Included?
Guided Reading lesson, Comprehension text, Question sheet and Answer sheet
Develop these key skills:
Fluency and Expression Practice
Vocabulary Building
Synonym Development
True or False Challenges
Multiple Choice Quizzes
Critical Thinking Exercises: Encourage deeper thinking through the “Answer it, Prove it, Explain it” model, helping students develop their reasoning and evidence-based responses.
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This resource really helped me teach reading and writing to my Year 1 class. I’ve included a planning overview and learning objectives. The resources are in sequential order and include worksheets and Smartboard resources to help teach each lesson.
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I have used this resource with my class and the children produced some excellent work afterwards. I’ve included a planning overview, session by session worksheets and Smartboard resources. I’ve also included the display board working wall resources that go with the unit of work.
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This unit worked really well with my class and the children (especially the boys) loved writing about construction vehicles. Differentiated learning objectives and helpful presentations,notebooks and unit plan to help deliver the unit.
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Letters and Sounds - Phase 5 (Days 1-19) all the new sounds from phase 5. This pack will allow you to teach each sound in an interactive and fun way. The presentations are to be used alongside the worksheets - first you practise then apply (reading and writing the sound in words and sentences). Over 40 worksheets and 19 powerpoints specifically designed for each phase 5 sound. The all you need pack for teaching phase 5 sounds.
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The Bronze Package Christmas Bundle:
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to get in the festive mood for Christmas with 7 packs whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Bronze Pack:
• A Text
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
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You Get:
A very Serious Letter to Santa
How to make a Christmas Pudding
Santa’s Story
The Lost Star of Everlight
The Magic of Christmas
The Raven Who Saved Christmas
The Robin’s Christmas Gift
The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers.
If you would like to purchase silver pack add on which includes:
A presentation
A Colouring Page
A Wordsearch
A Crossword
A Just Tick It Activity - For reluctant writers
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The NO PREP informational text activities are perfect for students in Years 2, 3 & 4. The resources allow students to learn about the Pioneers of Computer Programming whilst developing their comprehension skills.
Included in each PDF printable resource:
• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject with quiz questions
• 3 Texts
• 3 comprehension activities each with 14 questions (2 pages each)
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• A colouring sheet
• NEW MP3 audio file with QR for each of the texts
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans
The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers.
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The NO PREP informational text activities are perfect for students in Years 2, 3 & 4. The resources allow students to learn about the Pioneers of Computer Programming whilst developing their comprehension skills.
Included in each PDF printable resource:
• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject with quiz questions
• 3 Texts
• 3 comprehension activities each with 12 questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• A colouring sheet
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans
The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers.
For other great resources visit:
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The NO PREP informational text activities are perfect for students in Year 2, 3 and 4. The resources allow students to learn about Remembrance Day through poetry whilst developing their comprehension skills.
Included in each PDF printable resource:
• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• A Poem
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans
The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers.
For other great resources visit:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/BitesizeEd
Perfect for classrooms focusing on guided reading and ideal for teaching students in an engaging, meaningful way during Black History Month or any time of the year!
Empower your students with a comprehensive guided reading experience featuring influential Black history figures, such as Lenny Henry.
**Also Available: **
Simone Biles
Floella Benjamin
Marcus Rashford
Martin Luther King Jr
Special Offer: Purchase and review any single lesson or the full bundle, and receive a FREE Stevie Wonder Lesson — this is an exclusive resources not available for purchase!
What’s Included?
Guided Reading lesson, Comprehension text, Question sheet and Answer sheet
Develop these key skills:
Fluency and Expression Practice
Vocabulary Building
Synonym Development
True or False Challenges
Multiple Choice Quizzes
Critical Thinking Exercises: Encourage deeper thinking through the “Answer it, Prove it, Explain it” model, helping students develop their reasoning and evidence-based responses.
For other great resources visit:
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Unlock the Magic of Classic Fairy Tales!
Discover our Guided Reading Bundle featuring timeless stories like Rapunzel, Cinderella, Hansel & Gretel, Snow White, and The Emperor’s New Clothes! Perfect for readers of all ages, this bundle combines enchanting tales with interactive guides for a magical reading experience.
✨** Special Offer: Purchase and review any single tale or the full bundle, and receive The Snow Queen FREE—an exclusive story not available for purchase!**
Don’t miss out—bring these classic fairy tales to life today!
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Perfect for classrooms focusing on guided reading and ideal for teaching students in an engaging, meaningful way during Black History Month or any time of the year!
Empower your students with a comprehensive guided reading experience featuring influential Black history figures, such as Lenny Henry.
**Also Available: **
Simone Biles
Floella Benjamin
Marcus Rashford
Martin Luther King Jr
Special Offer: Purchase and review any single lesson or the full bundle, and receive a FREE Stevie Wonder Lesson — this is an exclusive resources not available for purchase!
What’s Included?
Guided Reading lesson, Comprehension text, Question sheet and Answer sheet
Develop these key skills:
Fluency and Expression Practice
Vocabulary Building
Synonym Development
True or False Challenges
Multiple Choice Quizzes
Critical Thinking Exercises: Encourage deeper thinking through the “Answer it, Prove it, Explain it” model, helping students develop their reasoning and evidence-based responses.
For other great resources visit:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/BitesizeEd
Bundle Discount | Spelling Programme
Complements Read-Write-Inc
For a limited time only, get our Spelling Programme (Unit 1-8) Bundle at a special discounted price! This comprehensive package includes everything you need to support Years 4 students in mastering their spelling skills, all aligned with UK spellings.
Bundle Includes:
Dictation Units 1 - 8: Reinforce and apply spelling skills in context through structured dictation exercises.
Dots & Dashes Units 1 - 8: Help students segment words into sounds for better spelling accuracy.
Sight Vocabulary for Years 3 & 4: Build fluency and confidence with high-frequency sight words.
Spelling Games for Years 3 & 4: Make spelling practice fun and interactive with a variety of engaging games.
Spelling Rules Units 1 - 8: Teach essential spelling rules to enhance word formation and accuracy.
Word Changes Units 1 - 8: Practise adding prefixes and suffixes to root words for improved vocabulary and spelling skills.
Spelling Worksheets Units t - 8.
Don’t miss out! This all-in-one bundle is the perfect way to provide a comprehensive, engaging, and effective spelling education. Get it now and save while the offer lasts!
Look out for future Units 9 - 14 and special focus skills!
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Spelling Programme Bundle Discount!
For a limited time only, get our Spelling Programme (Unit 1-8) Bundle at a special discounted price! This comprehensive package includes everything you need to support Years 3 and 4 students in mastering their spelling skills, all aligned with UK spellings.
Bundle Includes:
Dictation Units 1 - 8: Reinforce and apply spelling skills in context through structured dictation exercises.
Dots & Dashes Units 1 - 8: Help students segment words into sounds for better spelling accuracy.
Sight Vocabulary for Years 3 & 4: Build fluency and confidence with high-frequency sight words.
Spelling Games for Years 3 & 4: Make spelling practice fun and interactive with a variety of engaging games.
Spelling Rules Units 1 - 8: Teach essential spelling rules to enhance word formation and accuracy.
Word Changes Units 1 - 8: Practise adding prefixes and suffixes to root words for improved vocabulary and spelling skills.
Don’t miss out! This all-in-one bundle is the perfect way to provide a comprehensive, engaging, and effective spelling education. Get it now and save while the offer lasts!
Look out for future Units 9 - 14 and special focus skills!
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Boost Your Students’ Reading Fluency with “Fluency Fast Track”!
What is Fluency Fast Track?
A transformative resource designed to develop your students’ reading fluency over time. Whether used in the classroom or as an intervention tool, this resource will help students enhance accuracy, expression, and confidence in their reading.
How It Works (Daily Routine):
Model Fluent Reading (1 Minute):
The teacher reads the extract aloud while students follow along with their own copies. The goal? To model expression, intonation, and accurate pronunciation.
Peer Reading & Feedback (1 Minute):
Students pair up—Child ‘A’ reads aloud, while Child ‘B’ listens and provides constructive feedback based on your demonstration.
Switch Roles (2-3 Minutes):
Roles reverse, giving both children a chance to practise reading aloud and to listen actively.
Summarise & Reflect (Optional):
If time allows, students write a 2-3 line summary of the text and share it with their partner.
Supportive Feedback:
Partners circle or underline words that were challenging for their partner and revisit these during feedback. Focus on self-correction and supportive learning!
Flexible Usage Options:
As a whole-class fluency routine
As a targeted intervention program
As an independent activity with comprehension questions
Includes QR code audio versions of texts for additional support
Why Teachers Love It:
Dyslexia-Friendly Design: Font, size, and colours are carefully chosen to support every learner.
Supports Year 3 Reading Expectations: Helps students work towards the goal of reading 120 words per minute with accuracy, comprehension, and expression.
Builds Peer Collaboration: Promotes active listening and feedback skills.
Adaptable to Your Classroom Needs: Use it daily, as a standalone task, or part of intervention strategies.
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Empower your students to become confident and expressive readers while fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
Click now to bring Fluency Fast Track to your classroom and watch your readers soar!
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Looking for an exciting and engaging activity to boost your students’ reading comprehension and critical thinking skills?
This interactive mystery game is perfect for your students and features an intriguing story with multiple clues, inference, retrieval, and vocabulary questions—plus, it includes alternate endings based on the player’s choices!
Problem Types Include:
Inference questions: Making logical conclusions based on the clues
Retrieval questions: Gathering key information from the text
Vocabulary questions: Understanding important words in the context of the story
Why Students & Teachers LOVE this Resource
Self-Checking: Students will receive immediate feedback as they progress through the game. Correct answers lead them down the right path to solving the mystery, while wrong answers send them off track!
Engaging: With a thrilling “whodunit” plot and interactive elements, students will be hooked from start to finish.
No Prep: Simply print or display the game and go! All the clues and questions are ready to be solved.
Critical Thinking: Students practice skills like inference, deduction, and vocabulary comprehension as they unravel the mystery.
Flexible: Can be used in a classroom setting or assigned as an independent activity. Suitable for a variety of age groups with easy-to-understand clues.
Included in this Product:
Full Mystery Story with Clues and Questions
2 Alternate Endings (one for success and one for failure)
Printable Clue Cards
Answer Keys
Student Tracking Sheets
What’s Inside the Silver Pack?
Seven different texts that are 2 pages long.
Seven comprehension activities that are 2 pages long.
Answer sheets for all the comprehension activities.
Seven Just Tick It tasks
Seven Crosswords
Seven Wordsearches
Seven pages of colouring sheets.
Carefully Curated Texts; narrative story, letter, fact file, recounts, reports.
Comprehension Activities (each has 2 pages of questions): Thoughtfully structured questions encourage development of vocabulary, retrieval, and inference.
Extension Activity: For fast finishers.
Answer Sheet: Ideal for self-assessment, peer marking, or quick teacher feedback.
Just Tick It: adaptive teaching resource for reluctant reader/ writers. Each one is 2 pages long.
Seven Crosswords - to reinforce understanding of keywords from the text.
Seven Wordsearch - to reinforce accurate spelling of keywords from the text.
Use These Resources For:
In-class reading and discussion
Quiet reading corners for independent exploration
Homework assignments that blend literacy and character study
Guided reading sessions with focused support
Assessment practice to gauge comprehension
Intervention sessions for targeted skill development
Emergency sub plans that require no extra preparation.
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