A double page of activities that children can complete during guided reading time, free reading time in a reading journal/ guided reading book. We used it in year 6 to promote reading stamina and understanding. The children loved doing these activities in a separate journal; which they decorated themselves. There is a wide range of activities so they won't get bored!

This Transition Year Journalism Module is a complete, ready-to-teach resource that guides students step by step through the skills needed to create their own class newspaper. It includes an engaging 38-page student booklet full of activities, worksheets, and portfolio tasks, as well as a detailed teacher Scheme of Work (6–7 weeks / 12–14 lessons) with clear learning objectives and Leaving Certificate links. Over the course of the module, students will: Explore the differences between tabloid and broadsheet journalism. Learn how to craft headlines and analyse bias, tone, and fake news. Read and respond to satire (including a parody Taylor Swift article). Practise writing news reports, opinion pieces, reviews, and sports articles. Develop skills in features and interviews, using real-life material. Work collaboratively to design and publish a class newspaper. What’s Included 38-page student booklet packed with lesson content, examples, and tasks. Portfolio checklist for students to track their work. Reflection activities to encourage self-assessment. Teacher Scheme of Work (6–7 weeks, 12–14 lessons) with: Lesson focus and activities. Portfolio outcomes. Learning objectives. Links to Leaving Certificate English (functional writing, reading comprehension, composition). Why Choose This Resource? Designed to be accessible, creative, and fun for Transition Year. Builds real-world skills in journalism, media literacy, and teamwork. Provides strong preparation for Leaving Cert Paper 1 (Question B and composition). Flexible: can be taught over 6–7 weeks, or adapted to shorter/longer modules. No extra prep needed – everything is ready to pick up and use.

**Interactive Reading Tracker And Review Journal Celebrate reading with this gamified, Interactive Reading Tracker And Review Journal . This 7-page interactive student book review worksheet and reading log is designed to encourage reading for pleasure, and transform book reviews into an engaging adventure. Students navigate a “Reading Map,” complete beautifully designed reviews, and track their progress on a floral-themed Success Tracker. ** Key Features:** • Interactive Navigation: Fully linked PDF! Students can tap the map or footer indexes to jump instantly between pages. • Digital & Static Versions: Includes a high-res digital version for tablets/laptops and a flattened, printer-friendly version for classroom displays. • Gamified Success Tracker: Page 7 features a “Success Map” where students “claim” gold stars for every book completed. • Floral 2026 Theme: Aesthetic yellow pages with elegant floral wreaths and gold seal accents. • Certificate of Completion: A built-in award to celebrate reading milestones. What’s Included: 1 Digital Interactive Journal (PDF): Best for iPad (GoodNotes/Notability), Seesaw, or laptop use. 2 Printable Static Journal (PDF): Perfect for physical journaling and ink-saving printing. 3 Teacher’s Guide: Instructions on how to use the interactive links and a Canva Template Link for full drag-and-drop star functionality. ** Technical Tips for Teachers:** • For Digital Use: Open in any PDF reader. To “move” stars on the Success Tracker, use the ‘Stamp’ or ‘Markup’ tool in your PDF app. • Canva Users: Use the included Template Link for a 100% interactive “Duplicate and Drag” experience!

Description: Aligned with GCSE / A-Level English Literature. Helps students track reading, analyse characters, explore themes, and reflect on Toni Morrison’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Includes structured worksheets with summaries, quotes, thematic analysis, and literary devices. Format: • Self-paced reading support • Structured sections covering the full novel • Printable for classroom or independent study It includes: Reading Log by Sections – summaries, key characters, memorable quotes, reactions & questions Character Tracking – follow Sethe, Denver, Beloved, and Paul D through turning points Thematic Exploration – Major themes with examples and reflective questions Literary Devices & Structure – analysis of style, motifs, symbolism, tone & narrative perspective Supplementary Notes – prompts for further reading and discussion Details: 15 pages PDF (printable) Perfect for: GCSE & A-Level English Literature teachers IB English / Comparative Literature teachers Students studying Beloved as a set text Independent readers seeking deeper analysis

Description: Comprehensive The Handmaid’s Tale Reading Journal Aligned with GCSE / A-Level English Literature. Helps students track reading, analyse characters, explore themes, and reflect on Atwood’s award-winning dystopian novel. Includes structured worksheets with summaries, quotes, thematic analysis, and literary devices. Format: • Self-paced reading support • Structured sections covering the full novel • Printable for classroom or independent study It includes: Reading Log by Sections – summaries, key characters, memorable quotes, reactions & questions Character Tracking – follow 3 key characters through turning points Thematic Exploration – Major themes with examples and reflections Literary Devices & Structure – analysis of style, motifs, symbolism, tone & perspective Supplementary Readings – links to further readings Details: 13 pages PDF (printable) Perfect for: GCSE & A-Level English Literature teachers BFI British or American English IB English / Comparative Literature teachers Students studying The Handmaid’s Tale as a set text Independent readers seeking deeper analysis

Printable Reading Journal suitable for KS3, KS4 and KS5 readers. Includes pages to encourage: Reading targets Book Reviews Reading tracker Reading record Wish List

Used this for ages - think I got the original template of it from somewhere else - so total credit to that person! I have added some things and split it into fiction, non fiction and activities applicable for both. My kids have this stuck into their reading journal and they mark off what they have done for homework, or as a follow up activity I have given them from guided reading.

Description: Comprehensive The Road Reading Journal Aligned with GCSE / A-Level English Literature. Supports students in tracking their reading, analysing characters, exploring themes, and critically engaging with McCarthy’s Pulitzer Prize-winning post-apocalyptic novel. Includes structured worksheets with section summaries, key quotations, thematic analysis, symbols, and literary devices. Format: Self-paced reading support Structured sections covering the full novel (14 pages!) Printable for classroom or independent study It includes: Reading Log by Sections Character Tracking Thematic Exploration Literary Devices Symbols & Motifs Details: 14 pages PDF (printable) Perfect for: GCSE & A-Level English Literature teachers IB English / American or British English BFI / Comparative Literature teachers Students studying The Road as a set text Independent readers seeking deeper literary analysis

Reading Journal Blank template An excellent way to keep track of reading at home. This encourages pupils to record their reading each week, set targets and document new words. I usually make this into a booklet for the whole year by photocopying multiple copies of the log pages and make multiple copies of the new words grid.

Reading journal template.

Offers guidance on how to get the most out of class reading journals, and the benefits for both pupils and teachers. Includes a list of creative prompts to encourage a variety of responses, as well as a bookshelf template for children to record titles they have read. Inkwell Plans creates high quality lesson sequences.

This Reading Journal will help both Teachers/Parents and student to keep the track of their reading. Kids can keep - Track of their daily reading habit. Learn to write summary of book. Make list of the words from the book that they can’t read or understand the meaning. Educators can keep track of the student’s reading level and performance. Print out sheets according to your needs. What do you get: 11 printable Sheets - A4 size

Do you desire your kids to have the needed comprehension skills? Are you searching for a colorful and descriptive way for your kids to pen down their thoughts while reading? I realized that my kids needed an opportunity to learn how to read and summarize story books, and books generally. This journal will help them to write book reviews and summary. You will love this simple, straightforward and colorful Reading and Book Review Journal! This is a great way to each kids comprehension and summary skills. The Reading and Book Review Journal can be used to: Identify and document the title, author, book pages, new words, summary, main characters and gain insightful moral lessons. It can take up to 20 books summary INCLUDED IN DOWNLOAD: PDF Digital/Printable file

Every single act and scene has 2 pages, one for summary, links to tragedy and dual coding, the other is for students to select 3 key quotes and then unpick their chosen evidence within an analysis box. The purpose of this resource is for students to have a centralised document that tracks their reading of Othello, and ultimately becomes a revision document at the end of year 13. It also allows for the teacher to check understanding, and encourage close textual analysis.

A detailed reading journal of The Handmaids Tale made by myself. This journal looks at each chapter of the book individually and focuses on the summary, key events, quotes, structural devices and key themes.

This is a label to stick on books, hopefully this will come in useful.

A comprehensive reading journal for the Hunger Games

The New Curriculum suggests that we develop good reading habits -including reading a broad range of text types for pleasure. These bronze, silver and gold reading challenges encourage and motivate children to read specific text types which can be recorded in the front of a reading diary or journal. Ready to print and use. An essential resource to enhance and up-date your approach to reading diaries and home reading. Particularly appealing to reluctant readers and boys as they include Non-Fiction and texts such as websites and instructions with a real purpose.

Everything you need to set up a reading journal for Key Stage 2. A range of colourful PDF files. Contents include sheets to enable pupils to: keep track of class or group reading targets create and track personal reading goals list books, extracts and other texts pupils are reading make a chart of different genres they are reading identify different genres of text using the handy guide sheet keep a list of completed books (to encourage reading stamina,) using the beautifully hand-drawn bookshelf note down thoughts during reading see when they could write down their thoughts during reading, using a handy guide magpie ideas using the 'piggy word bank' and ideas collection pages develop reading fluency using the fluency guide check their fluency progress using the fluency check sheet If there's anything else you think could be added, please just let me know! I'd love your feedback. Thanks!

Everything you need to set up a reading journal for Key Stage 2. A range of printer-friendly PDF files for you to choose from, or put together to make a comprehensive reading journal. (Please note: Colour version available separately for £5) Contents include sheets to enable pupils to: keep track of class or group reading targets create and track personal reading goals list books, extracts and other texts pupils are reading make a chart of different genres they are reading identify different genres of text using the handy guide sheet keep a list of completed books (to encourage reading stamina,) using the beautifully hand-drawn bookshelf note down thoughts during reading see when they could write down their thoughts during reading, using a handy guide magpie ideas using the 'piggy word bank' and ideas collection pages develop reading fluency using the fluency guide check their fluency progress using the fluency check sheet If there's anything else you think could be added, please just let me know! I'd love your feedback. Thanks!

Here is a class pack of reading labels. All you’ll need to do is add the pupils name and year group.