The Year The Calendar Changed | Reading Comprehension | Year 3/4

How New Year Traditions Began | Bundle | Reading Comprehension | Year 3/4

Help pupils explore how calendars changed, why New Year traditions began, and how ideas about new beginnings have evolved with this engaging New Year Reading Comprehension Bundle. This carefully structured bundle supports pupils in developing vocabulary, retrieval, and inference skills while building meaningful historical and cultural understanding. Designed using a consistent, research-informed format, it is ideal for January literacy lessons, whole-class reading, guided comprehension, intervention, or cross-curricular learning linked to history, time, and reflection. **Texts Included:** The Year the Calendar Changed An informative explanation text exploring how early calendars caused confusion, why reforms were needed, and how systems for measuring time became more accurate. Pupils learn how historical problems led to lasting solutions still used today. The Roman God of Beginnings A fascinating historical text introducing Janus, the Roman god of doorways, time, and beginnings. Pupils discover why January is named after Janus and how his two faces symbolised looking to the past and future. Why Do We Make New Year’s Resolutions? An engaging explanation exploring where New Year’s resolutions originated, how they have changed over time, and why people continue to set goals at the start of each year. **What’s Included:** * 2 pages of text (dyslexia-friendly font) * 2 pages of reading comprehension questions * 2 pages of “Just Tick It” adaptive questions (ideal for emerging or reluctant writers) * 2 pages of “Mixed Up!” questions for flexibility and reuse * 5-session teaching presentation (40+ slides, structured and easy to teach) * 3 presentation-linked worksheets * Audio support for the text (ideal for EAL/SEND/ESL learners) * Full answer keys * 5-day lesson plan with pedagogy notes * Assessment tracker to monitor reading objectives and progress Included only with this bundle, this exclusive resource helps pupils compare ideas, traditions, and viewpoints across the New Year texts. Designed to extend learning and encourage deeper thinking, this bonus pack supports structured discussion, written responses, and analytical reading skills. Perfect for: Deepening comprehension Encouraging higher-order thinking End-of-unit assessment or extension work **Get Your Bundle Deal:** [-Inspiring Adventurers Bundle | Reading Comprehension | Twin Pack Bundle](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13361901) [-Winter Tales Bundle | Reading Comprehension | Twin Pack Bundle](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13361863) [-Winter Science & Survival | Reading Comprehension | Triple Pack Bundle](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13361906) If you have questions, do not hesitate to email me at: bitesizeeducation01@gmail.com Thank you for visiting The Bitesize Education Shop – I would love for you to become a follower. Followers receive new product alerts and discounts on new releases!