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.
The Silver Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about The Roman Empire and Joining the Roman Army whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Silver Pack:
• A Text
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Pages
A Just Tick It - An adaptive resources for reluctant writers
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• 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 Gold Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about Boudicca’s Rebellion whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Gold Pack:
• A Text
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Page
A Just Tick it - adaptive resources for reluctant writers
• A QR Code Audio (Mp3) version of the text
• 16 Bookmarks
• A Glossary
• A Display Pack
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• 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:
Bitesize Education
Or Try The Bronze Pack
Or Try The Silver Pack
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The Silver Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about The Roman Empire and Hadrian’s Wall whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Silver Pack:
• A Text
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Pages
A Just Tick It - An adaptive resources for reluctant writers
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• 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:
Bitesize Education
Or Try The Bronze Pack
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
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The Bronze Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about The Roman Empire and Hadrian’s Wall 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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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• 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:
Bitesize Education
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
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The Silver Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about Boudicca’s Rebellion whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Silver Pack:
• A Text
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Pages
A Just Tick It - An adaptive resources for reluctant writers
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• 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:
Bitesize Education
Or Try The Bronze Pack
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
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The Bronze Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about Boudicca’s Rebellion 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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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• 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:
Bitesize Education
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
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The Gold Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about Children In Need whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Gold Pack:
• A Text
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Page
• A QR Code Audio (Mp3) version of the text
• 16 Bookmarks
• A Glossary
• A Display Pack
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• 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:
Bitesize Education
Or Try The Bronze Pack
Or Try The Silver Pack
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
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The Gold Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 3. The resources allow students to learn about Remembrance Day through the genre of Poetry whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Gold Pack:
• A Poem
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 12 questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Page
• A QR Code Audio (Mp3) version of the text
• 16 Bookmarks
• A Glossary
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• 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:
Bitesize Education
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The Gold Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 2. The resources allow students to learn about Remembrance Day via a Poem whilst developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Gold Pack:
• A Poem
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 12 questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Page
• A QR Code Audio (Mp3) version of the text
• 16 Bookmarks
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• 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:
Bitesize Education
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
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Unlock the world of literacy with our comprehensive educational resource designed around the classic tale of “Rapunzel” Perfectly tailored for Year 4 students, this interactive package includes a wealth of activities to enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills.
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What’s Inside:
A Presentation - focus on fluency and expression, vocabulary, different questions types, and critical thinking exercises.
Questions - focus on Vocabulary, Retrieval, and Inference.
Answers
Why Choose Our Resource?
Tailored for Year 4: Content is perfectly pitched for the reading level and cognitive abilities of Year 4 students.
Interactive and Engaging: Activities that go beyond rote learning to truly engage students in their educational journey.
Comprehensive Coverage: From vocabulary and comprehension to critical thinking, this resource covers all key areas of literacy education.
Bring the magic of “Cinderella” to your students today with this expertly designed educational tool!
Check out
Cinderella
Hansel & Gretal
Rapunzal
Snow White
The Emperor’s New Clothes
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Spooky Sight Words for Year 3&4 : Master Halloween-Themed Common Exception Words!
Is your child ready to boost their reading skills while having Halloween fun?
This Halloween, trick-or-treat yourself to a hauntingly good time while learning tricky exception words with a fun, spooky twist! Perfect for young readers, these words don’t always follow the usual rules, but they’re important to know—just like a good scare!
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Spooky Sight Words: Master Halloween-Themed Common Exception Words for Year 1 & 2
Is your child ready to boost their reading skills while having Halloween fun?
This Halloween, trick-or-treat yourself to a hauntingly good time while learning tricky exception words with a fun, spooky twist! Perfect for young readers, these words don’t always follow the usual rules, but they’re important to know—just like a good scare!
For other great resources visit:
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This Dots and Dashes resource is an essential part of our spelling programme (UK spellings), specifically designed to help students segment words into their individual sounds. By breaking down words into phonetic components, children can better understand spelling patterns and sound-letter correspondences.
This resource pairs perfectly with other components of the programme, such as Dictation exercises, sight vocabulary recall, and spelling games. By mastering segmentation with Dots and Dashes, students build a strong foundation for accurate spelling, which they can apply across all literacy activities.
Also see:
Dictation Units 1 - 8
Dots & Dashes Units 1 - 8
Sight Vocabulary for Years 3 & 4
Spelling Games Years 3 & 4
Spelling Rules Units 1 - 8
Word Changes Units 1 - 8
Supporting Worksheets Units 1 - 8
Look out for future Units 9 - 14 and special focus skills.
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
This Word Changes resource is a vital part of our spelling programme (UK spellings), focused on teaching Years 4 students how to add prefixes and suffixes to root words. Through targeted practice, students learn how word meanings and spellings change when these elements are added, enhancing their vocabulary and spelling skills.
This resource complements other aspects of the programme, such as Dots and Dashes for segmenting words, Dictation exercises, and spelling games. By mastering word changes, students develop a deeper understanding of word structure and become more proficient spellers.
Also see:
Dictation Units 1 - 8
Dots & Dashes Units 1 - 8
Sight Vocabulary for Years 3 & 4
Spelling Games Years 3 & 4
Spelling Rules Units 1 - 8
Word Changes Units 1 - 8
Supporting Worksheets Units 1 - 8
Look out for future Units 9 - 14 and special focus skills.
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
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!
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
Unlock the world of literacy with our comprehensive educational resource designed around the classic tale of “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” Perfectly tailored for Year 4 students, this interactive package includes a wealth of activities to enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills.
For more resources visit my shop
What’s Inside:
A Presentation - focus on fluency and expression, vocabulary, different questions types, and critical thinking exercises.
Questions - focus on Vocabulary, Retrieval, and Inference.
Answers
Why Choose Our Resource?
Tailored for Year 4: Content is perfectly pitched for the reading level and cognitive abilities of Year 4 students.
Interactive and Engaging: Activities that go beyond rote learning to truly engage students in their educational journey.
Comprehensive Coverage: From vocabulary and comprehension to critical thinking, this resource covers all key areas of literacy education.
Bring the magic of “Cinderella” to your students today with this expertly designed educational tool!
Check out
Cinderella
Hansel & Gretal
Rapunzal
Snow White
The Emperor’s New Clothes
For Newsletters, Freebies, and Resource Updates joing the Bitesize Education community
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This Dictation resource is a key part of our spelling programme (UK spellings), designed to reinforce and apply spelling skills in context.
It complements other resources in the programme, such as “Dots and Dashes” for segmenting words, sight vocabulary recall, and spelling games.
Through structured dictation exercises, students practise spelling rules, prefixes, suffixes, and sight words they’ve learned. This resource helps solidify their understanding and accuracy, supporting confident spelling across all areas of literacy. Consider acquiring the other parts of the programme to provide a comprehensive spelling education.
Also see:
Dictation Units 1 - 8
Dots & Dashes Units 1 - 8
Sight Vocabulary for Years 3 & 4
Spelling Games Years 3 & 4
Spelling Rules Units 1 - 8
Word Changes Units 1 - 8
Supporting Worksheets Units 1 - 8
Look out for future Units 9 - 14 and special focus skills.
For other great resources visit:
Bitesize Education
This Christmas-themed lesson plan is packed with fun and engaging activities to support independent reading, phonics recall, and comprehension skills. Aligned with the Little Wandle Phonics programme, it uses 10 festive texts to reinforce key phonics patterns and tricky words while celebrating Christmas traditions. Perfect for whole-class, group, or independent learning, it’s easy to implement with minimal preparation.
What’s included:
Focus on phonics patterns and tricky words from Phases 3–5.
Comprehension questions for all 10 texts.
Creative ideas for oral storytelling and writing practice.
Easy-to-use “print-and-go” format for stress-free teaching.
Also see:
Christmas Pack 1
Christmas Pack 2
Christmas Pack 3
Christmas Pack 4
Christmas Pack 5
Get a discount and buy the Christmas Bundle!
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Use the informational Presentation in class or for an assembly to introduce Diwali to your class or school.
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The Silver Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about Romans and Celtic Settlements whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Silver Pack:
• A Text
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Pages
A Just Tick It - An adaptive resources for reluctant writers
⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻
These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• 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:
Bitesize Education
Or Try The Bronze Pack
I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources.
Please complete this form to share your thoughts.
Feedback
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