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.

This is a bundle of three comparing texts activities that can be used for Pearson Functional Skills English, particularly for the more challenging questions of the Level 2 Reading Exam, that is, Question 10 (identifying language features) and Question 13 (comparing texts). Although Level 1s can also benefit from these activities if adapted to suit Question 15 of the Level 1 Reading Exam. If adapted they can be used to support GCSE English Language (AQA) learners for Paper 2, Question 2 (the summary question). Topics include: dogs, vaping, hobbies and university (new!) Enjoy! T.

All you need for a week of reading lessons on summarising. Includes a detailed plan of the week, engaging teach-ready PowerPoint and all the necessary resources for UKS2. The animated 85 slide summarising reading Powerpoint takes you effortlessly through the week of 5 lessons. Questions designed to develop higher order thinking skills and all activities focused on improving comprehension skills whilst enhancing reading assessment results. Each day there are relevant and enjoyable starters, main activities and plenaries. Each lesson builds and expands on the previous one. All texts provided, a range of interesting genres and styles, fiction and non-fiction. Differentiated resources and activities for four groups of children (green LA, yellow M/LA, blue MA, red HA). Written for Year 5 but easily adaptable for all other KS2 classes. You might also be interested in: Whole Term of Reading Lessons Holiday Saver Bundle Whole Term of Reading Lessons Teacher Survival Bundle

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.

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.

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.

DT Textiles Fabrics Text and Worksheets Text included: • ‘Different Fabrics’ describing differences between various types of fabrics. • ‘Properties of Woven fabrics’ and ‘Properties of Knitted fabrics’ – to find out advantages and disadvantages between woven and knitted fabrics, including appearance, texture, usage, sewing, longevity, ironing, wash and cost. Worksheets included: • Reading descriptions and naming different fabrics (word bank) • Sticking fabric samples into 2 groups, natural fibres and synthetic fibres • Sticking different types of fabrics and describing their appearances and textures • Sticking samples of fabrics to match properties • Comparing woven and knitted fabrics – tick (advantage) or cross (disadvantage) of each one’s appearance, texture, usage, sewing, longevity, ironing, wash and cost – write a conclusion • Questionnaire I have also created a set of flashcards and a set of Vocabulary Posters & Labels that can be used along with the worksheets. Flashcards https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/dt-textiles-fabrics-flashcards-12964802 Posters + Labels https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/dt-textiles-fabrics-vocabulary-posters-and-labels-12964810 For updates go to my Facebook page – Marie’s Teaching Resources Thanks for looking :)

Leaflet designed for EYFS parents to raise awareness of the importance of good attendance. All text is editable. Logo can be added.

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 fully-resourced, detailed and differentiated 1 hour lesson which introduces students to the Buddhist holy texts, in particular the Tripitaka. This lesson is editable, so easy to adapt for your own planning and is best suited to KS3. The lesson is well-differentiated with three-level challenges for each task, contains a variety of activities, an hour long PowerPoint, a 2 page information pack, detailed worksheets, clips with differentiated questions, clear measurable LOs, new key-term introductions and other activities. It is fully editable, engaging and very easy to follow. Who are EC Resources? EC Resources are the top TES PSHE providers and are a group of teachers who work together to create easy to use, high quality and editable lessons and units of work. We have created lessons for The Bank of England, The Children’s Commissioner, MACS Charity, Tes, LikeToBe Careers, the Criminal Cases Review Commission (UK Gov) and have also completed PSHE and Citizenship commissions for schools across the UK. We also run the EC Publishing site where you can find everything you need for PSHE, RE and Citizenship at discounted rates. You can contact us at info@ecpublishing.co.uk Check out our RE and PSHE Packages here: Complete KS3 PSHE and RSE Complete KS4 PSHE and RSE One Year of KS5 PSHE and RSE One Year of Citizenship and British Values Complete Year 7 and 8 RE Complete Careers and Employability AQA Citizenship GCSE Mega Pack Teaching PSHE, RE or Citizenship GCSE next year? Why not join our Citizenship and PSHE teachers Facebook group, with 8000 other teachers, for guidance, advice and resource sharing.

An A4 template for children to format or plan an information text. There is space for a heading, 3 subheading and information boxes, one picture box with caption and a ‘did you know?’ box. Also useful for LAPs, SEN or just children in Lower KS2 who may need support with formatting.

Reading comprehension in German about when you live and house

A sorting activity that has the features of non-fiction texts, and their matching purpose in the text. Pupils will have the features, for example, subheadings, and sort through until they find the card that explains what subheadings do for the reader.

List of techniques with their common effects. Useful for revision purposes and focused analysis.

Students do lots of texting in their L1 and are often keen to learn how to text in English too. In this lesson students have a discussion, learn some useful texting abbreviations and read an article about texting and literacy.