Holes by Louis Sachar | Complete Novel Study | Reading Support | 24-44 Chapters | SEND

Note: Some details borrowed from neighbouring chapters for the SEN kids to understand better the context

Support learners to access Holes by Louis Sachar with this symbol-supported chapter companion. Each chapter has been carefully adapted using simplified, symbol-supported text to support understanding while following the key events of the original story.

Designed for pupils with Autism (ASD), SEND, speech and language needs, learning difficulties, AAC users, EAL learners, and emerging readers, this resource provides additional visual support to develop comprehension, vocabulary, and communication while engaging with this popular novel.

Included
✔ Symbol-supported chapter text

✔ Key vocabulary

✔ Core communication words

✔ Feelings and emotions vocabulary

✔ Discussion and comprehension prompts

✔ Speaking and sentence starter prompts

✔ Printable, ready-to-use resource

Supports Learning In
Reading comprehension
Vocabulary development
Sequencing and retelling
Inferencing and prediction
Emotional literacy
Speaking and listening
Communication skills
Ideal For
SEND
Autism (ASD)
Speech and Language Therapy
AAC users
Special Education
Resource Provision
Inclusive classrooms
Home education
Upper KS2
KS3
Description
This visual reading companion helps learners follow the story of Stanley Yelnats as he is sent to Camp Green Lake, where he digs holes each day while uncovering mysteries about friendship, family history, justice, and perseverance. The simplified, symbol-supported chapters make the novel more accessible while maintaining the sequence and key events of the original text, supporting inclusive reading and meaningful class participation.

Keywords: Holes, Louis Sachar, Symbol Supported Reading, Adapted Novel, ASD, Autism, SEND, SEN, Visual Supports, Reading Comprehension, Communication, AAC, Emotional Literacy, Speech and Language, Printable Resource, Camp Green Lake, Stanley Yelnats, Inclusive Literacy.