Yr5 Reading Science space

This explanation text for year 5, linking to the topic Earth and space, explains how lunar roving vehicles, also known as Moon rovers, work. These unmanned vehicles have been used in recent missions to explore the surface of the Moon. The text explains each part of the vehicle in expanded captions, with small chunks of text perfect for reluctant readers.

This downloadable reading pack includes:

• An A3 reading spread for you to print.
• Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.