Make reading practice engaging and achievable with this printable collection of 11 short comprehensions, designed for secondary learners who benefit from clear language, visual support and manageable activities. From pizza and a playful dog to the Titanic and life in medieval Galway, the booklet combines fiction, factual texts and step-by-step instructions. Other topics include school life, making friends, anti-bullying, Westlife, Italy, Romania and twins. Large, clear font, inviting pastel graphics and uncluttered pages help learners focus. Activities include: Multiple-choice questions and true or false Matching, sequencing and supported gap fills Short answers with lined writing space Drawing and paired speaking tasks Useful across Irish, UK and US classrooms: developed for Irish Junior Cycle L2LP learners, this booklet also suits UK SEND and literacy intervention settings and US special education or supported ELA lessons. It provides practice in finding information, understanding vocabulary, ordering events, following instructions and communicating ideas. Ideal for small groups, supported independent work or one-to-one teaching. Responses can be written, spoken, pointed to or completed using learners’ usual communication supports. Includes 22 student pages and a teacher answer key. Print the full booklet or choose individual topics to suit your class.

Help students engage with Once through a carefully scaffolded workbook designed to accompany reading aloud, independent reading or listening to the audiobook. Originally created for an Irish L2LP class, this resource offers accessible activities for learners who benefit from simple language, visual support and alternatives to lengthy written answers. What’s included: A 38-page student workbook covering all 17 chapters 2–5 activities per chapter Matching, tick-box questions, true or false, fill-in-the-blanks, short answers and drawing tasks Large, clear sans-serif text and spacious layouts Story-themed illustrations to support engagement Character and vocabulary support A separate teacher answer key Editable Word documents and ready-to-print PDFs Suitable for Irish L2LP and supported Junior Cycle English settings, UK SEND and supported literacy groups, and US special education or supported ELA classrooms. Select activities according to students’ individual needs rather than age or grade alone. The chapter-by-chapter format makes it easy to pause the story, check understanding and give students manageable ways to respond without relying solely on open-ended questions. Please note: This is an independently created companion resource. The novel and audiobook are not included and must be obtained separately. Once explores the Holocaust, persecution and death, so teacher guidance and sensitivity are essential.

Poor by Katriona O’Sullivan – Chapter-by-Chapter Student Workbook A clear, accessible and engaging workbook to accompany the memoir Poor by Katriona O’Sullivan. The booklet guides students through the text chapter by chapter, helping them follow Katriona’s story, check their understanding and explore the important issues raised. It is particularly useful for mixed-ability classes, students with additional learning needs and learners who benefit from structured activities and manageable questions. Activities include: Chapter-by-chapter comprehension questions Short and extended response questions Personal response and reflection activities Character, theme and key-moment exploration Vocabulary and language development Opportunities for classroom discussion Clear writing space for student answers Accessible, student-friendly instructions Key themes explored include poverty, education, addiction, family relationships, resilience, identity, inequality and the transformative power of supportive adults. Suitable for Leaving Certificate Applied English and Communications Transition Year English Senior Cycle English Youthreach and alternative education settings SEN and additional literacy support UK Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 GCSE English Language and English Literature support Functional Skills English US Grades 9–12 English Language Arts High school memoir and nonfiction studies Special Education, intervention and reluctant-reader programmes This resource can be used for independent reading, audiobook study, guided classroom reading, homework, revision or assessment. It provides teachers with a ready-to-use structure for teaching the text while encouraging students to connect Katriona’s experiences with wider social issues. Please note: A copy of Poor by Katriona O’Sullivan is required. The book itself is not included. This is an independently created educational resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the author or publisher

KEEP OR PASS The Ultimate Revision Game! Make revision competitive, strategic and genuinely exciting with an interactive classroom game that works for ANY subject, topic or age group. Students answer questions to earn mystery points with a twist Before seeing whether the points are positive or negative, teams must decide whether to KEEP the points for themselves or PASS them to another team. Will they risk gaining big points or accidentally hand over a disaster? The suspense keeps every student engaged from start to finish! Included: Fully editable Power Point template Easy-to-follow game rules Ready-made sample questions on the Reformation & Martin Luther Adaptable slides for any subject or chapter Bonus rounds and challenge ideas Quick and low-prep setup for teachers Why Teachers Love It: Turns revision into active learning Encourages teamwork and discussion Keeps students focused and involved Works brilliantly for exam prep and topic review Easy to differentiate for mixed abilities Reusable again and again with different topics Perfect For: History English Science Languages Geography Primary & Secondary classrooms Junior Cycle revision and beyond Whether you are revising key words, exam questions, definitions or case studies, Keep or Pass adds excitement, strategy and competition to any lesson. Edit the questions, add your own topics, and watch revision become the best part of class!

Complete Poetry resource on Silly Billy by Sam Browne: includes notes, worksheets, slides, poetic techniques, questions, and sample exam answers. Engaging, ready-to-teach materials exploring themes, language, and spoken word performance. Suitable for Leaving Cert Applied, TY, G C S E, Junior Cycle and more

Comparative Essay Cultural Context (Higher Level English) This high-quality essay explores how culture, power, gender, and social class shape the lives of characters across three powerful texts. Aligned with Higher Level Leaving Cert expectations, it offers clear comparisons, key moments, and strong personal engagement. Perfect for revision or supporting student writing. Clear Exam-Focused Ready to Use

**Leaving Cert Applied ** Help students explore who they are and develop confidence in personal writing with this collection of scaffolded literacy activities. Created for Leaving Certificate Applied English & Communications, Module 1, Unit 1: Identity, the pack was developed with the unit’s learning outcomes and key assignments in mind. What’s included: Diary templates and celebrity-inspired writing prompts Reflective journal prompts and worksheets Word frames and sentence starters Comprehension activities Step-by-step writing supports and success checklists Suggested videos, interviews and articles for discussion Activities encourage students to reflect on their identity, culture, personal values and experiences while practising comprehension, discussion and written expression. Contemporary Irish references, including Kneecap and Imelda May’s You Can’t Be Racist and Irish, provide starting points for exploring identity, belonging and inclusion. Flexible classroom use Use individual activities for lesson starters, guided writing, independent work or reflective journals. Structured prompts support students who need help getting started while open-ended tasks offer opportunities for more developed responses. Designed primarily for LCA learners in Ireland, selected activities can also be adapted for secondary English, UK PSHE and US high school ELA or advisory lessons exploring identity and personal development.

Bring History and Storytelling to Life with Our Under the Hawthorn Tree Level 2 Learning Program Workbook Are you teaching Under the Hawthorn Tree to Level 2 Learning Program, SEN, or mixed-ability students? This carefully designed student workbook makes the novel accessible, engaging, and meaningful for every learner. What is Included? Chapter-by-chapter comprehension activities: short answers, multiple choice, matching, drawing, sequencing, and true/false tasks. Word searches and Crosswords: five themed puzzles to build vocabulary in an enjoyable, low-pressure way. Harder Recap questions: twenty targeted comprehension questions to encourage deeper understanding and short written answers. Creative writing and thinking tasks: diary entries with word frames, packing lists, letters home, comic strips, mind maps, and brainstorming activities. Why Teachers Value It Saves planning time with ready-to-use, print-friendly worksheets. Inclusive design for Level 2 Learning Program, SEN, and EAL learners with clear instructions and scaffolding. Flexible for whole-class activities, group work, homework, or assessments. Cross-curricular development of literacy, history, and empathy while supporting key skills. Your students will not just read the story; they will connect with it. They will imagine packing for the journey, write from the characters point of view, and explore the emotions of famine Ireland in a safe, supported way. Provide your learners with the tools to succeed and make Under the Hawthorn Tree an unforgettable experience in your classroom.

Poetry Revision Antarctica, After the Titanic, Chinese Restaurant in Port, Day Trip to D, Grandfather This engaging PP is designed as a comprehensive revision activity for his key poems, perfect for A-Level, or Leaving Cert students. Ideal for independent study or classroom use, the resource encourages students to consolidate their understanding through revision style note-taking on a poster. Each poem is broken down with clear, accessible overviews, alongside detailed analysis of key themes, literary techniques, and memorable quotes, all to help students prepare confidently for exams or essays. Whether used as a guided class activity, homework task, or revision booster, this resource provides a structured and student-friendly approach to mastering poetry.

Cut correcting time and boost student confidence with this clear, editable marking handout! Designed to work with any written task, this tool simplifies feedback using the Purpose, Coherence, Language, and Mechanics framework. Easy to adapt for different levels and tasks Supports consistent, targeted feedback Empowers students to understand and act on corrections Especially helpful for revision and self-assessment Teachers love it for saving time. Students love it for building clarity and confidence in their writing. A must-have for busy English teachers!

The Plantations of Ireland – 2nd Year History Revision Pack A clear, colourful and student-friendly revision resource covering the key content from the Plantations topic, with a particular focus on the Plantation of Ulster. Designed for mixed-ability classes, this resource breaks the topic into manageable sections using short notes, key words, timelines, graphics and exam-focused reminders. The layout is dyslexia-friendly and designed to help students revise without being overwhelmed by large blocks of text. Topics include: Ireland in the 1500s Old English, Anglo-Irish and Gaelic Irish Why the Tudors wanted greater control of Ireland Surrender and Regrant What a plantation was The Nine Years War The Battle of Kinsale The Flight of the Earls The Plantation of Ulster Undertakers, Servitors and the Loyal Irish Plantation towns and the Diamond Changes brought about by the plantation Identity and symbols Key vocabulary for revision