The 3 Ticking Texts books encourage early readers to understand texts. Book 1 is aimed at KS1 plus older pupils with literacy problems. Each book includes various types of short texts with a low reading level and a high interest level, and the format allows children with poor coordination/writing ability to concentrate solely on text comprehension skills. The sheets are useful for shared and guided reading and for homework and are also suitable for speaking and listening work. Discussion points and extension activities are included for each text. This is a useful resource for children who have ‘learnt to read’ and are now ‘reading to learn.’ Previously available through Easylearn.

This lesson has been designed for anyone studying Functional Skills English Level One and Level Two. The lesson goes through two different texts and helps learners to understand how to use quotations to make comparisons and respond to the higher value questions on the reading exam paper. If you enjoyed this lesson, then please check out our shop for more lessons and resources uploaded each week.

The 3 Ticking Texts books encourage early readers to understand texts. Book 3 is aimed at KS2 plus KS3 pupils with literacy problems. Each book includes various types of short texts with a low reading level and a high interest level, and the format allows children with poor coordination/writing ability to concentrate solely on text comprehension skills. The sheets are useful for shared and guided reading and for homework and are also suitable for speaking and listening work. Discussion points and extension activities are included for each text. This is a useful resource for children who have ‘learnt to read’ and are now ‘reading to learn.’ Previously available through Easylearn.

Fully annotated poem, with annotated PPTS to go with it. Activities and starters, games and introduction to textual analysis. All created for the 2025 changes in MacCaig Scottish set text.

4 examples of instruction texts aimed at lower key stage 2/year 2: How to make pancakes How to make fudgy brownies How to look after a dog How to plant a sunflower PGF format Coloured feature key for children to use to identify and highlight the key features. (word document to enabling editing) Marking grid/success criteria to use when writing instruction texts (word document to enable editing)

This resource provides clear, accessible notes on Sive by John B. Keane for Leaving Certificate Ordinary Level students. Designed specifically for weaker or mixed-ability learners, it supports students in understanding the key aspects of the play and preparing effectively for the Single Text section of the exam. Included in this 28-page pack: A breakdown of characters with key traits, relationships, and relevant quotes Summaries and analysis of key scenes in each act Thematic exploration of topics such as power, class, poverty, control, marriage, and gender roles Focused sections on setting, cultural context, and Keane’s view of the world Highlighted quotes and explanation tasks to reinforce understanding Discussion questions to promote critical thinking and class discussion Designed with visual aids and student-friendly formatting This resource is perfect for guiding students through the text in a structured way and can be used during first teaching, for revision, or as a support guide during exam preparation. It works well as a Single Text resource or alongside comparative modes.

KS2 reading SATs practice texts designed to mirror sections two and three of the Year 6 SATs reading paper. Ideal for building reading stamina and confidence through short, focussed comprehension practice. Boost Primary’s Twenty Minute Texts pack provides manageable, low-stakes SATs-style comprehension activities that allow pupils to practise question types without completing a full reading paper. These texts replicate the structure and question style typically seen in sections two and three of the KS2 reading test, helping pupils become familiar with SATs-style questioning in carefully structured, short practice sessions. The pack includes: ✔  Four carefully structured texts across a range of genres ✔  Mixed-question activities reflecting SATs-style question domains ✔  Clear mark schemes for efficient marking ✔  Separate text, question and answer booklets ✔  Data-informed design based on analysis of texts two and three from the last seven KS2 reading SATs papers (word count, genre balance and question domain weighting) Text Sequence The texts are provided in this order to build challenge across the pack: Text 1: Keeping the Lights On – Information text Text 2: Fog Over Mistbay – Modern fiction extract Text 3: Robinson Crusoe – Classic fiction extract Text 4: Between Two Crowds – Poem The order moves from information and narrative texts towards texts that require more inference and interpretation. Perfect for: ✔  Year 6 SATs preparation ✔  Reading booster groups ✔  Spring term practice ✔  Intervention sessions ✔  Low-stakes assessment ✔  Building reading stamina over time Want More SATs Reading Practice? Reading SATs Preparation Pack 1 (3 Texts / 9 Lessons) Reading SATs Preparation Pack 2 (3 Texts / 9 Lessons Reading SATs Preparation Pack 3 (3 Texts / 9 Lessons) Complete Year 6 Reading SATs Bundle (27 Lessons / 9 Texts) Year 6 Reading SATs Intervention – Expected Standard Year 6 Reading SATs Intervention – Greater Depth The Complete Y6 SATS Preparation and Intervention Bundle Search ‘Boost Primary’ to explore the full range of Boost Primary resources, created by experienced school leaders and used by schools nationwide.

This Google Slide is meant to introduce purposes of texts for grades 5 - 9 students. The resource includes twenty-one slides with two activities. It is intended that you will have already reviewed the four main text types (e.g. informative, persuasive, narrative, and descriptive) with your students before using this. Slides 1-9: The Slides include how we can take any topic and put it into all of the four types of texts and has the class do an example together, as well as students do this activity individually. Slides ten to twenty-one: The final ten slides have images and are meant to be used to stimulate class discussion regarding what the type of text shown is; its purpose; and the suggested audience. Answers are not included but should be obvious. Slide twenty-one includes a final task where students practice their ability to take any topic and write it in all four text types. To SAVE yourself time, consider also buying my bundle, or my additional resource that complement these lesson plans on text types, purposes, and audiences, which include nineteen pages of worksheets, practice, and answer keys! Check out my Teachers Pay Teachers website under The Class of Mme Maxwell in French! Enjoy! :-)

After you’ve looked at non-fiction text features, see if your students can identify examples of the text features independently. Grab an appropriate level non-fiction text and get started! Happy teaching & learning! Be purposeful teachers Who are in control Feel inspired And knows they’ve done enough. ☆ If you found this product helpful, please leave a review below! @attheminute.teaching

Enhance your teaching materials with this comprehensive pack of ten original texts, accompanied by fifteen thought-provoking questions, carefully designed to align with the VIPER strands. These texts have been specifically crafted to foster ambitious vocabulary, stimulating discussions, and deep learning experiences. Originally created to support a high-ability group comprising mixed Year 5 and Year 6 students, these texts have the potential to be differentiated and utilized across different age groups. However, due to the vocabulary complexity, textual intricacy, and question depth, they are most suitable for KS2 or KS3 learners. This meticulously curated pack includes a diverse range of genres to captivate students’ interest and expand their literary horizons: Short Story - “Garry’s Glasses” Recipe - “Chicken and Prawn Stir Fry” Poem - “The Cockerel, The Cow and The Bear” Report - “A Day Out at Birdoswald” Biography - “Cleopatra: The Enigmatic Queen of Egypt” Story - “Zephyr” Non-Chronological Report - “Sea Turtles” Diary Entry - “Breaktime Detention” Newspaper - “Fearless Feline Rescued” Poem - “Dinner” Each text is individually taught, introducing a new text every week, allowing students to focus on and fully explore its unique qualities. The meticulously structured questions foster rich discussions, empowering students to comprehend and effectively respond to inquiries. Moreover, the accompanying example answers serve as valuable resources, enhancing students’ understanding and improving their reading and analytical skills. Elevate your classroom experience with “Reading Comprehension - VIPER Pack 1” – a comprehensive resource that encourages critical thinking, vocabulary development, and an appreciation for diverse literary genres.

Talk for Writing - Text Map & Model Text based on The Magic Paintbrush (by Julia Donaldson and Joel Stuart) Suitable for year 1,2 or 3

The 3 Ticking Texts books encourage early readers to understand texts. Book 2 is aimed at KS2 plus older pupils with literacy problems. Each book includes various types of short texts with a low reading level and a high interest level, and the format allows children with poor coordination/writing ability to concentrate solely on text comprehension skills. The sheets are useful for shared and guided reading and for homework and are also suitable for speaking and listening work. Discussion points and extension activities are included for each text. This is a useful resource for children who have ‘learnt to read’ and are now ‘reading to learn.’ Previously available through Easylearn.

A twenty-one page comprehension booklet containing: Ten extracts Ten corresponding worksheets Three extension tasks for each extract Perfect for interventions or class work. Check out my shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3 & KS4, Literacy and whole school resources.

Detailed lessons on the NEW Section C text of the Eduqas Drama A level - The Book of Dust - La Belle Sauvage adapted by Bryony Lavery. This 110-Slide Powerpoint includes: Section 1 (slides 1-13): Information on the original production Brief synopsis Structure, genre and style Important themes Section 2 (slides 14-24): Key Lighting vocabulary Important things to think about/ideas for designing lighting Scaffolded paragraph structures for writing about lighting Detailed exemplar paragraph on an extract using this structure Section 3 (slides 25-33) Key sound vocabulary Important things to think about/ideas for designing sound Scaffolded paragraph structures for writing about sound Two detailed exemplar paragraphs on two different extracts using this structure. Section 4 (slides 34-49) Introduction to the live theatre evaluation element (10 marks in section C) Scaffolded paragraph structure for writing the live theatre evaluation section. Detailed exemplar paragraph on evaluating a live theatre production using this structure. Guidance on annotating a cue sheet Exemplar completed cue sheet **Guided example of a full answer, answering a **Sound and Lighting exam style question including: Scaffolded paragraph structure for writing an introduction Detailed exemplar introduction using this structure Scaffolded paragraph structure for the main body of essay. Detailed exemplar answer broken into three highly detailed paragraphs - one for each section of the attached extract. Section 5 (slides 50-72) Important things to consider for staging and set design Information on the key staging types Introduction to ground plans Design features and symbols for drawing ground plans Step-by-step guide to drawing a ground plan Information on the original production’s use of the stage floor and other things to consider Information on composite sets including benefits and pitfalls. Exam question on staging and set design within an extract including: Scaffolded paragraph structure for writing an introduction Detailed exemplar introduction using this structure Scaffolded paragraph structure for the main body of essay. Detailed exemplar paragraph using this structure. Opportunity for students to write their own paragraph using this structure with ideas given to help them. Section 6 (slides 73-85) Appropriate terminology for parts of the stage Things to consider as a director Guidance on annotating an extract for movement and positioning Exam question on movement and positioning within an extract including: Scaffolded paragraph structure for writing an introduction Detailed exemplar introduction using this structure Scaffolded paragraph structure for the main body of essay. Detailed exemplar paragraph using this structure Opportunity for students to write their own paragraph using this structure with sentence starters. Section 7 (slides 86-110) Important thin

I always struggle to find good example non-fiction texts to use with my class, so I've set about compiling my own bank. I will share them here as I make them. This one is a set of instructions suitable for year 6 which include all of the appropriate features. Also includes use of modal verbs, verbs and adverbs for precision, and adverbial phrases to link ideas. Useful for children to annotate/deconstruct when learning about this text type. Adapted from a recipe found on BBC food website.

Text about Snow White and the Huntsman film. Comprehension exercises.

Instructions to build a shelter using Pie Corbett' s model.

These are some mini texts I wrote along with a few comprehension questions I’ve used it for E3-L1 functional skills lessons. The texts are about credit score (to give an idea of the things a student needs to know about the future) and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (there’s a lot of videos online about conflict avoidance this) and one jokey text about bad ways to break up with someone.