Book two of four books to practise skills required to have success in verbal reasoning. Working through these tests will help increase reasoning ability. Although our tests target children of ten or eleven, they can be used at any stage. Our verbal reasoning tests are in line with National Curriculum targets and can be used to practise for 11+ selection tests for entry to grammar schools. A parent or teacher can work through the tests with their children and practise any skills that need reinforcement. Some of the skills included are alphabet reasoning, anagrams, letter grouping, rhyming words, word patterns and logical reasoning. Instructions for Children Taking the Test There are 100 questions in each tests. Start at question 1 and work your way to question 100, filling in your answers on the worksheet. Leave blank questions you cannot do and go on to the next one. A parent or teacher can choose to set a time limit, say 50 minutes, for you to complete the test. When you have finished the test, ask an adult to mark it for you, and explain questions you do not understand.

Book one of four books to practise skills required to have success in verbal reasoning. Working through these tests will help increase reasoning ability. Although our tests target children of ten or eleven, they can be used at any stage. Our verbal reasoning tests are in line with National Curriculum targets and can be used to practise for 11+ selection tests for entry to grammar schools. A parent or teacher can work through the tests with their children and practise any skills that need reinforcement. Some of the skills included are alphabet reasoning, anagrams, letter grouping, rhyming words, word patterns and logical reasoning. Instructions for Children Taking the Test There are 100 questions in each tests. Start at question 1 and work your way to question 100, filling in your answers on the worksheet. Leave blank questions you cannot do and go on to the next one. A parent or teacher can choose to set a time limit, say 50 minutes, for you to complete the test. When you have finished the test, ask an adult to mark it for you, and explain questions you do not understand.

When a charming white rat, with a long, spindly tail, comes to live at our house, our cat is furious to say the least. Our cat awaits an opportunity to pounce on that arrogant creature, who is treated like a prince. However, as time goes by, the two pets realise they have a lot in common. Our cat has to admit that his best friend has become a rat. This story is told by the cat, but based on a true story. This book is for confident readers. It has a longer more developed story, written in chapters, with pictures throughout.

Read about the Christmas adventures of Mr. Samuel Pickwick as he visits Manor Farm and attends a festive wedding. Then, answer the questions to see how much you have remembered. This beautifully illustrated story is adapted from Charles Dickens’s popular book ‘The Pickwick Papers.’ You will find out about how Christmas was celebrated in early nineteenth century England. 25 questions with answers. 19 Pages.

This workbook is packed full of information about the workhouse system in Victorian Great Britain. It is your job to finish the research and complete the various activities.  You will need to ask questions, find information and interpret the evidence you discover.  It includes lots of firsthand source material. The topics covered include: The New Poor Law Building design and layout of workhouses Staffing the workhouse Workhouse orders and rules Clothing The sorts of jobs workhouse inmates had to do Workhouse diet Living conditions in the workhouse Common diseases in the workhouse Poor Law Guardians Reasons why people may have gone into the workhouse Elizabeth Twining and the Workhouse Visiting Society Written accounts of the time about what life was like in the workhouse What happened to the workhouses Each topic is broken down so that it is easy to understand and all the information is presented in an engaging manner. The historical subject matter being taught is written up in the form of imaginary interviews, newspaper articles, letters, diary entries, posters etc. for the children to read. There are lots of questions to answer that will encourage your children to thoughtfully consider the evidence before them. They will be asked to look for clues in texts and pictures, to describe, to explain, to reason, to draw conclusions and to think critically. There are also creative writing exercises to do that will help children write their own narratives about each topic and to recall, select and organise relevant historical knowledge. Where information is missing, your children will be required to make their own enquiries and look up the answers to the questions online and in books. This pack is designed to help support your children as they explore the Victorian era, deepen their understanding of this historical time period, and ignite their interest in history. It is suitable for children age 8-13. 54 pages. PDF This is a digital download. Please be aware, there are no answers, but all the missing information is provided in bullet points at the end of the pack.

This fascinating workbook is packed full of information about working conditions in Victorian textile factories.  It is your job to finish the research and complete the various fun activities.  You will need to ask questions, find information and interpret the evidence you discover.  It includes lots of interesting firsthand source material. The topics covered include: Why factories were built? Who worked in Victorian textile factories? Child labour in the factories Working and living conditions of factory workers Factory reforms Factory workers on strike In this resource, your children will be introduced to Samuel Courtauld, a successful silk mill owner, in Halstead Essex. They will discover who Mr. Courtauld employed in his factory; the working and living conditions of his factory workers; how he responded to the Factory Acts and the strikes at his mill; and the local societies he established to try and improve the lives of his workers. At the same time, your children will be encouraged to find out for themselves about life in the cotton factories. They will have to imagine that they are the owner of a cotton mill in an industrial town in the north of England. They’ll need to write their own job adverts, create posters to highlight the factory rules, and explain what the working conditions are like for workers in their factory. Each topic covered in this pack is broken down so that it is easy to understand and all the information is presented in an engaging manner. The historical subject matter being taught is written up in the form of imaginary interviews, newspaper articles, posters and as speech etc. for the children to read. There are lots of questions to answer that will encourage your children to thoughtfully consider the evidence before them. They will be asked to look for clues in texts and pictures, to describe, to explain, to reason, to draw conclusions, to think critically and make their own interpretations. There are also creative writing exercises to do that will help children write their own narratives about each topic and to recall, select and organise relevant historical knowledge. Where information is missing, your children will be required to make their own enquiries and look up the answers to the questions online and in books. This pack is designed to help support your children as they explore the Victorian era, deepen their understanding of this historical time period, and ignite their interest in history. It is suitable for children age 8-12. 47 pages. PDF This is a digital download.

This fascinating workbook is packed full of information about Queen Victoria, who ruled in Great Britain and Ireland from 1837 to 1901, and the royal family of the time.  It is your job to finish the research and complete the various fun activities.  You will need to ask questions, find information and interpret the evidence you discover.  It includes lots of interesting firsthand source material. In this resource, your children will learn about important moments in Queen Victoria’s life and reign. The topics covered include: Her childhood Her coronation Her early years as Queen Her marriage Her family The royal houses The Great Exhibition Her relationship with Prince Albert Her position in the British Empire The royal jubilees Her death and funeral Each topic is broken down so that it is easy to understand and all the information is presented in an engaging manner. The historical subject matter being taught is written up in the form of imaginary interviews, newspaper articles, letters, diary entries, statements etc. for the children to read. There are lots of questions to answer that will encourage your children to thoughtfully consider the evidence before them. They will be asked to look for clues in texts and pictures, to describe, to explain, to reason, to draw conclusions and to think critically. There are also creative writing exercises to do that will help children write their own narratives about each topic and to recall, select and organise relevant historical knowledge. Where information is missing, your children will be required to make their own enquiries and look up the answers to the questions online and in books. This pack is designed to help support your children as they explore the Victorian era, deepen their understanding of this historical time period, and ignite their interest in history. It is suitable for children age 8-12. 53 pages. PDF This is a digital download. Please be aware, there are no answers, but all the missing information is provided in bullet points at the end of the pack.

This fascinating workbook is packed full of facts about Christmas celebrations in nineteenth century Great Britain. It is your job to finish the research and complete the various fun activities. You will need to ask questions, find information and interpret the evidence you discover. It includes lots of interesting firsthand source material. In this resource, your children will learn about a number of Victorian Christmas customs and traditions, many of which are still popular today. The topics covered include: Christmas cards Christmas shopping Christmas food Christmas crackers Christmas decorations Christmas charity Carol Singing The origin of Father Christmas Each topic is broken down so that it is easy to understand and all the information is presented in an engaging manner - written up as newspaper articles, imaginary interviews, letters, diary entries etc. There are also lots of creative writing exercises and questions to answer that will encourage your children to thoughtfully consider the evidence before them. Where information is missing, your children will be required to do their own research and look up the answers to the questions online and in books. This pack is designed to help support your children as they explore the Victorian era, deepen their understanding of this historical time period, and ignite their interest in history. It is suitable for children age 8-12. 60 pages. Please be aware, there are no answers, but all the missing information is provided in bullet points at the end of the pack.

Read our beautifully illustrated, shortened retelling of Lewis Carroll’s classic children’s story, ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.’ Then, answer the comprehension questions and write your own silly story. A fun activity that will introduce kids, age 7-10, to this famous book and help inspire their imaginations too.

A fantasy tale about a little grey koala. Kai, the koala, has been selected for the final of the ‘Replant the Forest’ competition. He has to fly to London and take part in some curious challenges to win the ultimate prize. Is he brave enough to overcome his fears? His friends tell him he can do it. Can he believe in himself and win the money to replant his beloved forest after the fires? 49 pages

A delightful short story about a real puppy, as he explores the world around him. Children can read and discuss the follow up questions. Then, colour in the black and white line drawings. Ages 5-7

A delightful short story about a real puppy, as he explores the world around him. Children can read and discuss the follow up questions. Then, colour in the black and white line drawings. Ages 5-7

A delightful short story about a real puppy, as he explores the world around him. Children can read and discuss the follow up questions. Then, colour in the black and white line drawings. Ages 5-7

A delightful short story about a real puppy, as he explores the world around him. Children can read and discuss the follow up questions. Then, colour in the black and white line drawings. Ages 5-7

Create your own paper coronation scene to celebrate King Charles III’s new reign using our printable templates. Just colour-in the three black and white outlined figures of King Charles III, Queen Camilla, and the Archbishop of Canterbury holding the crown. Cut them out and stick a stand on the back.

A series of grammar, punctuation and vocabulary progress tests for children aged 6-7 years. These tests can be used to assess a child’s individual attainment. Although not strictly timed, the test should take about 20 mins. Each test includes questions that may cover: nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs sentences, statements, questions, commands and exclamations conjunctions (and, or, but, when, if, that, because) past and present tense prefixes and suffixes full stops, question marks and exclamation marks capital letters to start a sentence, for names of people, places, days of the week and for the personal pronoun. commas to separate items in a list apostrophes These tests are based on the grammar, punctuation and vocabulary tests given to 7 year olds in the Year 2 SATs.

A series of grammar, punctuation and vocabulary progress tests for children aged 6-7 years. These tests can be used to assess a child’s individual attainment. Although not strictly timed, the test should take about 20 mins. Each test includes questions that may cover: nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs sentences, statements, questions, commands and exclamations conjunctions (and, or, but, when, if, that, because) past and present tense prefixes and suffixes full stops, question marks and exclamation marks capital letters to start a sentence, for names of people, places, days of the week and for the personal pronoun. commas to separate items in a list apostrophes These tests are based on the grammar, punctuation and vocabulary tests given to 7 year olds in the Year 2 SATs.

A series of grammar, punctuation and vocabulary progress tests for children aged 6-7 years. These tests can be used to assess a child’s individual attainment. Although not strictly timed, the test should take about 20 mins. Each test includes questions that may cover: nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs sentences, statements, questions, commands and exclamations conjunctions (and, or, but, when, if, that, because) past and present tense prefixes and suffixes full stops, question marks and exclamation marks capital letters to start a sentence, for names of people, places, days of the week and for the personal pronoun. commas to separate items in a list apostrophes These tests are based on the grammar, punctuation and vocabulary tests given to 7 year olds in the Year 2 SATs.

A series of grammar, punctuation and vocabulary progress tests for children aged 6-7 years. These tests can be used to assess a child’s individual attainment. Although not strictly timed, the test should take about 20 mins. Each test includes questions that may cover: nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs sentences, statements, questions, commands and exclamations conjunctions (and, or, but, when, if, that, because) past and present tense prefixes and suffixes full stops, question marks and exclamation marks capital letters to start a sentence, for names of people, places, days of the week and for the personal pronoun. commas to separate items in a list apostrophes These tests are based on the grammar, punctuation and vocabulary tests given to 7 year olds in the Year 2 SATs.

A series of grammar, punctuation and vocabulary progress tests for children aged 6-7 years. These tests can be used to assess a child’s individual attainment. Although not strictly timed, the test should take about 20 mins. Each test includes questions that may cover: nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs sentences, statements, questions, commands and exclamations conjunctions (and, or, but, when, if, that, because) past and present tense prefixes and suffixes full stops, question marks and exclamation marks capital letters to start a sentence, for names of people, places, days of the week and for the personal pronoun. commas to separate items in a list apostrophes These tests are based on the grammar, punctuation and vocabulary tests given to 7 year olds in the Year 2 SATs.