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My name is Steph Caswell and I am former Deputy Head, SENCO and Y6 teacher. I am also an author of books for teachers, as well as a blog and a podcast for NQTs. I love children's literature and my shop has a growing selection of reading resources for you to use for Guided Reading or comprehension activities. I am lucky to have the permission of Love Reading 4 Kids to use their extracts for many of these activities.

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My name is Steph Caswell and I am former Deputy Head, SENCO and Y6 teacher. I am also an author of books for teachers, as well as a blog and a podcast for NQTs. I love children's literature and my shop has a growing selection of reading resources for you to use for Guided Reading or comprehension activities. I am lucky to have the permission of Love Reading 4 Kids to use their extracts for many of these activities.
A Christmas Carol Reading Comprehension
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A Christmas Carol Reading Comprehension

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With the opening chapter of the A Christmas Carol included, this comprehension resource has questions and answers about this popular text by Charles Dickens. Suitable for children working towards/at the expected standard in Y5/6, the questions are closely linked to the National Curriculum and therefore adequately develop their comprehension skills. It can be used as a guided reading text, an assessment piece or as an introduction to the text in general. For the differentiated version of this resource, please go to the Reading Resources for Teachers’ TES Shop.
The Iron Man Reading Comprehension
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The Iron Man Reading Comprehension

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With the opening extract included, this comprehension resource includes questions and answers for this popular text by Ted Hughes. Suitable for children working towards/at the expected standard in Y3/4, the questions are closely linked to the National Curriculum and therefore adequately develop their comprehension skills. It can be used as a guided reading text, an assessment piece or as an introduction to the text in general. For the differentiated version of this resource, please go to the Reading Resources for Teachers’ TES Shop.
Matilda Reading Comprehension
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Matilda Reading Comprehension

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With the opening extract included, this comprehension resource includes questions and answers for this popular text by Roald Dahl. Suitable for children working towards/at the expected standard in Y5/6, the questions are closely linked to the National Curriculum and therefore adequately develop their comprehension skills. It can be used as a guided reading text, an assessment piece or as an introduction to the text in general. For the differentiated version of this resource or the Guided Reading Resources, please go to the Reading Resources for Teachers’ TES Shop.
Year 5 Reading Comprehension Bundle
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Year 5 Reading Comprehension Bundle

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A wide variety of texts to engage and challenge your Y5 pupils. All resources in this bundle have: - A text for children to read from a popular children's book - Follow up comprehensions for each text, differentiated three ways - Answers for each comprehension for ease of marking - Over 6 weeks worth of guided reading resources at your fingertips!
How the Whale Got His Throat - Reading Comprehension
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How the Whale Got His Throat - Reading Comprehension

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Opening chapter from How the Whale Got His Throat by Rudyard Kipling (freely available from, and with kind permission of, Love Reading 4 Kids) - Differentiated comprehension questions to match the text provided - LA/ MA and HA - Answers for each comprehension for ease of marking - Ticks at the bottom of the page identify which ability group the questions are suitable for. - Text can be used for Guided Reading and questions used as a follow up activity. - Can be used as an assessment activity
Holes Reading Comprehension and Activity Pack
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Holes Reading Comprehension and Activity Pack

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This reading comprehension and activity pack for Holes contains: - Reading Comprehensions for 7 focus chapters of Holes: Chapters 3, 7, 20, 30, 36, 43 and 47 - Answers for each comprehension for ease of marking - Activities for each focus chapter, e.g. A letter home to Mum, a persuasive advert for Rattlesnack Venom Nail Polish...
The Silver Sword - Reading Comprehension
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The Silver Sword - Reading Comprehension

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Opening extract from The Silver Sword by Ian Serraillier (available from, and with kind permission of, Love Reading 4 Kids) - Differentiated comprehension questions to match the text provided - LA/ MA and HA - Answers provided for each comprehension, for ease of marking - Ticks at the bottom of the page identify which ability group the questions are suitable for. - Text can be used for Guided Reading and questions used as a follow up activity.
Wolf Brother - Reading Comprehension
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Wolf Brother - Reading Comprehension

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Opening extract from Wolf Brother by Michelle Paver (freely available from, and with kind permission of, Love Reading 4 Kids) - Differentiated comprehension questions to match the text provided - LA/ MA and HA - Answers for all reading comprehensions are provided for ease of marking - Ticks at the bottom of the page identify which ability group the questions are suitable for. - Text can be used for Guided Reading and questions used as a follow up activity. - Could be used for an assessment activity
Christmas Comprehension - Mistletoe and Murder by Robin Stevens
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Christmas Comprehension - Mistletoe and Murder by Robin Stevens

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This reading comprehension pack contains: - Opening extract from Mistletoe and Murder by Robin Stevens (with kind permission of Love Reading 4 Kids) - Differentiated comprehension questions to match the text provided - LA/ MA and HA - Ticks at the bottom of the page identify which ability group the questions are suitable for. - Text can be used for Guided Reading and questions used as a follow up activity.
I am David - Reading Comprehension
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I am David - Reading Comprehension

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This reading comprehension pack includes: - Opening chapter of I am David by Anne Holm (freely available from, and with kind permission of, Love Reading 4 Kids) - FULL chapter comprehension with answers or - Alternative split chapter comprehensions with answers (x2) - Comprehension 1 (linked to p.1-15) - Comprehension 2 (linked to p 15-end)
Diary of a Wimpy Kid - Reading Comprehension
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid - Reading Comprehension

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Opening extract from Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney (available from, and with kind permission of, Love Reading 4 Kids) - Differentiated comprehension questions to match the text provided - LA/ MA and HA - Ticks at the bottom of the page identify which ability group the questions are suitable for. - Text can be used for Guided Reading and questions used as a follow up activity. - Popular text choice for readers
Street Child - Guided Reading Resources
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Street Child - Guided Reading Resources

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This Guided Reading Resources pack for Street Child includes: - Guided Reading planning and assessment for 6 weeks - All planning linked to NC descriptors - Comprehension questions and answers for each chapter studied - Follow up activities for children to complete, following their GR session - User Guide for resources/planning
The Twits - Guided Reading Resources
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The Twits - Guided Reading Resources

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This pack of resources for The Twits includes: - Guided Reading planning and assessment for 7 weeks - All planning linked to the NC descriptors - Comprehension questions and answers for each chapter studied - Follow up activities for children to complete, following their GR session. - User Guide to enable thorough use of planning/resources
Holes by Louis Sachar - Reading Comprehension
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Holes by Louis Sachar - Reading Comprehension

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This Holes comprehension pack includes: - The opening chapters of Holes by Louis Sachar (available from, and with kind permission of, Love Reading 4 Kids) - Differentiated reading comprehension for 3 ability levels, with a tick system at the bottom of each comprehension to distinguish between each ability level. - Answers to match each comprehension for ease of marking. This is a great introduction to this text.
Mr Stink - Reading Comprehension and Activity Pack
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Mr Stink - Reading Comprehension and Activity Pack

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This reading comprehension pack for Mr Stink contains: - Reading Comprehensions for six chapters of Mr Stink: Chapters 1, 4, 7, 11, 17 and 25. - Answers for each comprehension for ease of marking - Useful for use after guided reading or whole class reading - Follow-up activities for each chapter studied, e.g. A Menu for Mr Stink, Chloe's Diary and many more...
Awful Auntie - Reading Comprehension
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Awful Auntie - Reading Comprehension

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This comprehension pack includes: - Opening chapter from Awful Auntie by David Walliams (freely available from, and with kind permission of, Love Reading 4 Kids) TWO OPTIONS FOR USE: - 1 x FULL chapter comprehension - questions and answers - 2x HALF-CHAPTER comprehensions and answers (chapter has been split in half with one comprehension for each half) - Both of these options are included in the pack Text can be used for Guided Reading and questions used as a follow up activity.
Gangsta Granny - Guided Reading Resources
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Gangsta Granny - Guided Reading Resources

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This pack of resources includes: - Guided Reading planning and assessment for 6 weeks - Comprehension questions and answers for each chapter studied - Follow up activities for children to complete, following their GR session. - All planning linked to NC with relevant descriptors - User Guide included
Billionaire Boy - Reading Comprehension
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Billionaire Boy - Reading Comprehension

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Opening two chapters from Billionaire Boy by David Walliams (freely available from, and with kind permission of, Love Reading 4 Kids) - Comprehension questions to match each chapter provided - Answers for each comprehension for ease of marking - Text can be used for Guided Reading and questions used as a follow up activity. - Can be used as an assessment activity
Born to Run - Reading Comprehension
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Born to Run - Reading Comprehension

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Opening chapter from Born to Run by Michael Morpurgo (freely available from, and with kind permission of, Love Reading 4 Kids) - Differentiated comprehension questions to match the text provided - LA/ MA and HA - Answers for each comprehension for ease of marking - Ticks at the bottom of the page identify which ability group the questions are suitable for. - Text can be used for Guided Reading and questions used as a follow up activity. - Can be used as an assessment activity