DEAR Hour & Reading Class Activity Pack | 20 Worksheets

A flexible pack of 20 printable activities designed to accompany DEAR time, independent reading and dedicated reading classes.

The activities are book-neutral, so students can complete them while reading different novels or texts. They are designed to complement reading rather than take it over, making them ideal for an occasional check-in, the final 10–15 minutes of a reading lesson, or a more structured reading session.

What’s included
Individual activities exploring character, setting, conflict, prediction, memorable moments and book reviews
Pair activities including book swaps, character comparisons, interviews and book pitches
Group activities including book-club discussions, character challenges, story building and recommendations
A longer Reading Reflection: Then & Now activity
20 printable worksheets in total

Activities include My Book So Far, Character Instagram Profile, Setting Detective, Conflict Tracker, Prediction Station, Book Review: No Spoilers!, Two-Minute Book Swap, Would You Read It?, Book Club Round Table, Build the Ultimate Story and more.

Suitable for Junior Cycle / KS3, literacy lessons, library classes, tutor reading programmes and independent reading sessions.

The worksheets can be used in any order and revisited throughout the school year.