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We are a team of two sisters who specialise in primary education. We are determined to create resources of the highest standard that can be used without further preparation. Our lessons and assemblies have been designed to challenge children of all levels within a creative, engaging and inspiring context. Explore our shop to find lesson packs for languages, art and religious education, plans for assemblies and numerous high-quality resources to help you teach phonics, mathematics and literacy
This resource contains 4 comprehension activities suitable for using with year 1 or lower ability year 2. The theme in this pack is 'Autumn.
There are four different comprehensions:
What happens in the autumn
What to do in the autumn - go for a woodland walk
What to do in the autumn - make a leaf hedgehog
How to go blackberry picking
Each comprehension contains a short piece of text with words that can be sounded out. There are three trickier words which have pictures to help children work out what they say.
The text is followed by 5 simple questions. Answers are also included.
There is also a PowerPoint included in the pack containing a slide for each text so that you can go through the comprehensions before the children complete them. Each slide also contains 3 words that are trickier to sound out, with sound buttons underneath them.
This resource contains a comprehension pack on ‘Remembrance Day.’ There are four different comprehensions:
What is Remembrance Day?
The First Remembrance Day
Why do we wear poppies?
The History of the Poppy
It includes answers and is suitable for using with year 1.
Each comprehension contains a short piece of text (about 5 sentences) with words that can be sounded out. There are three trickier words which have pictures to help children work out what they say.
The text is followed by 5 simple questions.
There is also a powerpoint included in the pack containing a slide for each text so that you can go through the comprehensions before the children complete them. Each slide also contains 3 words that are trickier to sound out, with sound buttons underneath them.
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Year 2 Comprehensions - Remembrance Day
This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for year 2.
This comprehension is all about plants, covering their life cycle and what they need to survive. Perfect for cross-curricular learning, covering the Literacy and Science curriculum at the same time.
It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels. There are a range of ‘what,’ ‘how,’ and ‘why’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 3-5 questions per page.
A colour and black & white version of each booklet is included. Answers are also included.
PDF file format.
All of the documents are in the zip file.
These booklets are also included in these bundles:
Year 2 Comprehension Pack - Plants, Animals and Humans - Science
Year 2 Reading Comprehension Mega-Bundle - Science
This is a lesson plan and resources to teach children about Lent and why Christians perform good deeds during Lent. It is suitable for ages 7-11. The 4 page plan (pdf) includes details of a starter, an introduction to a parable, a writing task and a philosophical discussion for the plenary. It contains learning objectives for three levels of abilities.
A 21 slide animated PowerPoint (non-editable - click 'Read Only' to open) containing the starter, information about Lent, suggested good deeds and an illustrated version of the parable is also included, as is an optional template for the written task. No further preparation required!
You might also be interested in our KS1 lesson plan and assembly on doing good deeds during Lent:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks1-lent-lesson-plan-and-resources-doing-good-deeds-11802118
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/lent-assembly-doing-good-deeds-11511539
This resource is a comprehension activity for year 2, perfect for using on or around Good Friday or Easter. There are three differentiated sets of instructions on how to make hot cross buns, with differentiated questions.
I have also included colour and black & white versions of each of the booklets which contain some cute clip art of kids cooking! A sample of one of the pages from the middle ability booklet is shown in the preview.
Each booklet is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper.
There are a range of ‘what’ and ‘how’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page.
PDF file format.
A collection of 8 comprehension activities for year 2, perfect for using throughout the spring.
Each activity comes in 3 differentiated levels. They are based on the reading SATs paper.
The 8 topics explored in the comprehensions are:
St. David’s Day (non-fiction)
St. Patrick’s Day (non-fiction)
Pancake recipe (instructions)
Easter food (non-fiction)
Easter story (fiction style)
Hot cross buns (instructions)
What can I do in spring? (non-fiction)
Spring animals (non-fiction)
PDF file format.
This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for year 3 or 4. It is based on a combination of the KS1 and KS2 SATs reading papers and includes 3 differentiated levels.
There are a range of 'what,' 'why' 'how' and 'who' questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity contains five pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page. Answers are also included.
This comprehension is based on the Jewish festival of Purim. It tells the story of Queen Esther and describes how Jewish people celebrate her bravery now with the festival of Purim.
There is a colour and black & white version of each of the booklets. The preview pages show the title page and one other page from each of the middle ability booklets. PDF file format.
This resource is a comprehension activity based on the year 6 reading comprehension SATs paper.
The theme is the story of Palm Sunday, which I have rewritten to resemble the style of the reading paper. There is a reading booklet and an accompanying question booklet, which contains a range of questions based on last year’s paper. Answers are also included.
I have included 3 differentiated levels. The Higher Ability level (801 words) is similar to the SATs paper, whilst the Middle Ability (741 words) and Lower Ability (615 words) use slightly simplified wording in the reading and question booklet.
PDF file format. Colour and Black & White versions are included in the price.
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KS1 Easter RE Lesson Pack - Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday Lesson Plan and PowerPoint - KS2 (Easter)
Palm Sunday Story Powerpoint
Easter Assembly Plan - Palm Sunday
This is an assembly for Mother’s Day, with a focus on a Bible quote. There is a 4 page pdf plan and a 20 slide animated PowerPoint (non-editable- click ‘Read Only’ to open). In this assembly, children are encouraged to think about what they learn from their parents. The plan is easy to follow and requires no resources, so is perfect for using at the last minute! Both the plan and PowerPoint can be used on their own or together to suit your needs. You can also jump to different sections of the PowerPoint.
I like leading assemblies that are interactive, engaging and relevant to the children’s lives. So this assembly involves discussions and a long anecdote on some childhood incidents where the assembly leader did not follow their parents’ rules. You can use the examples in the plan or use an anecdote from your own childhood. There is also an example prayer/reflection to finish with.
This resource includes 3 differentiated non-fiction comprehension booklets for year 2. Each booklet is all about what children could do to make their Mum happy on Mother’s Day. It is based on the KS1 SATs reading papers.
Each booklet contains a title page followed by four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page. Answers are also included. There are a range of ‘what’ and ‘how’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets. There is a colour and black & white version of each booklet.
(The preview pages show the title page and one of the comprehension pages from the colour and black & white middle ability booklets.) PDF file format.
This resource is a comprehension activity based on the year 6 reading comprehension SATs paper.
The theme for the comprehension is the story of Jesus’ arrest before Good Friday, which I have rewritten to resemble the style of the reading paper.
I have included 3 differentiated levels. The Higher Ability level (781 words) is similar to the SATs paper, whilst the Middle Ability (654 words) and Lower Ability (564 words) use slightly simplified wording in the reading and question booklet. Each level contains a 3 page reading booklet and an accompanying 4 page question booklet, which contains a range of questions based on past papers. There are also example answers.
The preview pages show one page from the higher ability comprehension booklet and question booklet and one page from the higher ability black & white booklet.
PDF file format. Colour and Black & White versions are included in the price.
This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for year 2. It is all about Germany and covers German landmarks, food and traditions.
It is based on the KS1 SATs reading paper and includes 3 differentiated levels. There is a colour and black & white version of each booklet.
There are a range of ‘what,’ ‘which,’ ‘where,’ ‘who,’ ‘when’ and ‘how’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity is also laid out in a similar way to the SATs booklets, with four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 3-5 questions per page. Answers are included. All of the booklets are in the zip file.
I have also included versions of the comprehensions for Google Slides if you would like your class to complete them on a tablet or computer. To do this both you and the children need internet access and Google accounts. You can choose to use either the printed or digital comprehensions.
PDF file format.
A collection of non-fiction comprehension activities for year 2 about European countries. Each booklet comes in 3 differentiated levels. They are all based on the reading SATs paper, containing a similar style of questions. They are also laid out in the same way as a SATs booklet to provide the children with greater experience.
These are the 3 different countries explored in the comprehensions:
France
Germany
Spain
PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
A collection of non-fiction comprehension activities for year 2, all with the theme of spring. Each booklet comes in 3 differentiated levels. They are all based on the reading SATs paper, containing a similar style of questions. They are also laid out in the same way as a SATs booklet to provide the children with greater experience.
The 3 topics explored in the comprehensions are:
What happens in the spring?
Spring animals
What activities can I do in the spring?
PDF file format.
A collection of non-fiction comprehension activities for year 2 about animals and wildlife. Each booklet comes in 3 differentiated levels. They are all based on the reading SATs paper, containing a similar style of questions. They are also laid out in the same way as a SATs booklet to provide the children with greater experience.
The following comprehensions are included:
Reptiles
Minibeasts
Rainforest animals
Oceans
PDF file format and editable Microsoft Word format included in the price.
This resource is a non-fiction comprehension activity for year 2. It is all about what changes occur in the spring. It covers daylight hours, weather, plants and animals. It includes 3 differentiated levels.
There are a range of ‘what’ and ‘how’ questions, some multiple choice tick questions and some that require more detailed answers. The activity includes four pages of pictures and short written extracts to read and 2-3 questions per page.
(The Preview pages show the title page and one of the other pages from the middle ability booklet.)
PDF file format.
This is a pack of 15 year 2 SATs style non-fiction comprehensions.
Each booklet comes in 3 differentiated levels. They are all based on the reading SATs paper, containing a similar style of questions and a similar layout. Perfect to use in the run-up to SATs as either a start of day activity, a main part of a lesson or to send home to parents for children to practise at home.
There are a wide range of topics covered, including:
Wildlife (x3)
European countries (x3)
Historical figures from the history curriculum (x4)
Sports stars (x3)
Spring (x1)
General non-fiction (x1)
PDF file format and editable Microsoft word format included in the price.
This is an assembly on Palm Sunday, with a focus on the theme of choosing the right path over the easy one. There is a 4 page pdf plan and a 31 slide animated PowerPoint presentation. (This is not editable. Click 'Read Only' to open)
I like leading assemblies that are interactive, engaging and relevant to the children's lives. This assembly involves an anecdote on a childhood squabble and how it can be hard to do the right thing. You can use the example in the plan or use an anecdote from your own childhood. This is then linked to Jesus' entry into Jerusalem. There is a lot of opportunity for children to think about their own experiences and to feedback. There is also an example prayer/reflection to finish with.
The plan is easy to follow and requires no resources, so is perfect for using at the last minute! Both the plan and PowerPoint can be used on their own or together to suit your needs. You can also jump to different sections of the PowerPoint. It includes the introduction, the anecdote, the Palm Sunday story, Palm Sunday traditions today, the discussion/conclusion and the final prayer.
You might also be interested in our KS1 and KS2 Palm Sunday lesson plans, Palm Sunday story PowerPoint and Year 6 Palm Sunday comprehension:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks1-easter-re-lesson-pack-palm-sunday-11827772
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/palm-sunday-lesson-plan-and-powerpoint-easter-ks2-11514378
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/palm-sunday-story-powerpoint-11514314
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-6-sats-comprehension-palm-sunday-3-levels-colour-and-black-and-white-11523938
An 18 page animated PowerPoint presentation retelling the story of Jesus’ crucifixion. It could be used as part of a lesson or for an assembly for children aged 4 -11. The presentation is non-editable. Please click ‘Read Only’ to open. Please note that some of the images are only revealed when the presentation is run as a slideshow with the animations.
A version of the PowerPoint is also included with my KS1 and KS2 lesson plans:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks1-easter-re-lesson-good-friday-11830061
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/good-friday-lesson-plan-easter-ks2-11515866
You might also be interested in my Good Friday assembly:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-assembly-good-friday-making-sacrifices-11846095
Five animated Easter PowerPoint presentations that can be used to tell the Easter story as part of a lesson or for an assembly for children aged 4-11. (These presentations are not editable. Please click ‘Read Only’ to open. Some of the images are only revealed when the PowerPoints are run as slideshows with the animations.)
The presentations included are:
Palm Sunday
The Last Supper
Jesus is arrested
Good Friday
Easter Sunday
Palm Sunday
A 17 page animated presentation retelling the story of Jesus entering Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. There are also a few slides which give details about how Christians celebrate Palm Sunday.
The Last Supper
A 23 page animated PowerPoint presentation retelling the story of The Last Supper. There are also a few slides which give details about how Christians remember The Last Supper.
Jesus is arrested
A 19 page animated PowerPoint presentation retelling the story of Jesus being arrested in The Garden of Gethsemane.
Good Friday
An 18 page animated PowerPoint presentation retelling the story of Jesus’ crucifixion.
Easter Sunday
An animated 21 page PowerPoint presentation retelling the story of Easter Sunday / the resurrection.
Versions of some of the PowerPoints are also included with the KS1 and KS2 lesson plans:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks1-easter-re-4-week-unit-11830844
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/easter-re-4-week-unit-11515948