Age 10-12 comprehension with extended answers (MYP L7/8) Suitable for UKS2 or Y 1/2 MYP Example: ? 1. Why did the Anglo-Saxons come to Britain, and what changes did they bring? Answer: 1. The Anglo-Saxons came after the Romans withdrew and Britain became weak. Some came to find new farmland, while others came to offer military support. Over time they reshaped Britain by creating new kingdoms, introducing their own languages, building farming villages, and later adopting Christianity. These changes replaced the old Roman system and influenced early English culture.

The Whispers of Whitby – Teacher’s Guide has been created to accompany the story anthology and the Piano & Assembly Songbook. Each of the 14 entries links to a Whitby myth or legend and has been carefully adapted for use in schools, assemblies, and creative learning. This guide provides teachers with background information, lesson ideas, and performance suggestions so that each story and song can be explored across different subjects. The aim is to help children build literacy, historical awareness, and creative expression while also engaging with values such as courage, friendship, and hope. The material can be used flexibly: As a standalone assembly resource (story + song + reflection) In Religious Education (RE) lessons (exploring beliefs, morality, and scripture links) In Literacy and History (myth, storytelling, legends, Whitby landmarks) For Art and Design Technology (illustrations, stage design, storyboards) In Music (singing, rhythm, performance) Each entry includes: A child-friendly background to the myth A link to the song text Assembly or lesson ideas Performance tips Cross-curricular links This resource is designed to encourage whole-child learning: building confidence, imagination, and understanding of how stories shape culture. Schools may choose to use the full sequence of 14 stories across a term, or dip into individual myths for assemblies and class lessons. Contents The Lamp in the Ruins The Lost Bells The Barghest’s Shadow The Phantom Coach Dracula’s Whitby Caedmon’s Gift The Echo of Humpty Dumpty’s Grave The Giant Wade’s Legacy The Bridge of Promises The Wailing Widow The Black Dog of Whitby The Haunted Graveyard The Shipwreck Spirit The Abbey’s Hidden Treasure

A book (14 stories) for ages 8-12 about the special places in the town of Whitby UK. It is about 3 children who go on adventures around the mythical areas of Whitby and find ways of solving the problems they encounter. Mythical, historical and spiritual. Includes pictures related to the mythical areas around Whitby. Each story has a pre-section of facts of the original myth and history of the area.

Purpose: This assessment encourages learners to explore The Whispers of Whitby through comprehension, inference, analysis, vocabulary, and moral reflection. Each story helps pupils to develop reading confidence and empathy while linking themes of faith, courage, and history. Marking Guide (20 marks per story / 280 marks total): Factual recall = 1 mark Inference / understanding = 2 marks Interpretation / analysis of language or theme = 3 marks Reflection / personal connection = up to 2 marks

Unit Overview Length: 12 lessons (6 weeks, 2 lessons per week) Age Group: Year 4–6 (Upper KS2) Curriculum Links: Literacy, History, RE, PSHE, Art, Drama Unit Aims: To develop comprehension skills through myths and legends. To write creatively using figurative language and effective structures. To link historical landmarks and myths with local heritage. To reflect on moral and faith themes, including courage, friendship, and hope. To produce a class anthology of myths at the end of the unit.

The Whispers of Whitby — Songbook 14 Assembly Songs • Simple Keys • Chords & Lyrics • Letter-Note Melodies song 1: The Lamp in the Ruins Key/Feel: C major (4/4, moderate) Melody (letter notes): C C E G | G F E D | C D E F | G (hold) Chords: Verse: C F C G | C F C G Chorus: C F C G | C F G C [Verse 1] C F C G In Whitby Abbey, storm winds roar, shadows stretch across the floor; C F C G But God’s Word shines so strong and true, a lamp that lights the path for you. [Chorus] C F C G Shine, shine, shine — God’s word lights the way! C F G C Shine, shine, shine — night turns into day! C F C G When the storm is loud and the night is long, C F G C God’s word is a lamp, our light and our song!

This anthology of 14 poems is inspired by the stories in The Whispers of Whitby. Each poem captures the mystery, faith, and atmosphere of Whitby’s myths and legends. They are wrtten, using rhyme, rhythm, and vivid imagery.     The Lamp in the Ruins The Abbey walls were broken, bare, The storm winds howled with ghostly air, The children trembled, shadows near, A growl of darkness, sharp with fear. Upon the altar, worn with age, A Bible opened, page by page, Its words ignited golden flame, And light within the darkness came. The Barghest roared — a dreadful sound, Its fiery eyes burned all around, But still the lamp of truth shone bright, And led the children through the night. A lantern glowing, calm and true, God’s word will always carry you.

This pack is designed to help teachers, drama leaders, and church groups stage performances of the 14 Whitby playscripts. Each short play runs 5–10 minutes, with small casts and simple props to allow flexible performance in schools, assemblies, and community settings. Licensing and Permissions This material is © J.S. Whitby. Schools and churches may photocopy and perform these playscripts free of charge for educational or worship purposes. For commercial productions, please seek permission.

An assessment for children in secondary school (MYP) Y1. Follows the MYP curriculum and includes answers for revision. The task foro this unit is to write in the style of a journalist regarding migration and population. This sheet includes an example essay.

14 short scripts for schools and drama clubs Contents The Lamp in the Ruins The Lost Bells The Barghests Shadow The Phantom Coach Draculas Whitby Caedmons Gift The Echo of Humpty Dumptys Grave The Giant Wades Legacy The Bridge of Promises The Wailing Widow The Black Dog of Whitby The Haunted Graveyard The Shipwreck Spirit The Abbeys Hidden Treasure   The Lamp in the Ruins — Short Playscript Cast: Narrator, Maya, Samir, Eloise, Barghest (voice) Props/SFX suggested: lantern, simple arches/steps, blue cloth for sea, small chest; wind/sea/bells/hooves as needed. Stage: A simple arch (Whitby Abbey), a small table/altar with an old book (Bible), lantern. Sound: wind, thunder. Narrator: High above Whitby, storm winds howled through the Abbey’s broken arches. Maya: (entering, soaked) We’ll be safe inside—quick! Samir: (shivering) Safe? It looks like a skeleton of a church. Eloise: (calm, clutching satchel) Stay close. Narrator: A flash of lightning revealed a cracked stone altar—and an old Bible resting upon it. Maya: Who would leave this here? Samir: Maybe it belongs to a ghost. Let’s not touch— Eloise: (opens the Bible) Psalm one nineteen… one‑oh‑five. I know this. Eloise: (reading, strong) “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Narrator: The words glowed, spilling golden light across the floor, revealing a safe path between fallen stones. Barghest (voice): (low growl from offstage) Rrrrr… Samir: (panicking) The Barghest! I told you— Maya: (steady) Eloise—keep reading! Eloise: (raising the Bible) “Your word is a lamp…” Narrator: The golden light swelled; the growl faded like steam in wind. Barghest (voice): (hiss, then silence) Maya: Follow the light—careful! Narrator: Step by shining step, the children crossed the ruin, through the storm—to safety. Samir: (relieved) We’re out. Eloise: God’s word lit the path—just as it promised.