Dr Seuss and the Grinch | Reading Comprehension | Year 5/6

Bring high-interest reading to your upper elementary classroom with this engaging Dr Seuss and the Grinch comprehension resource.

Designed for and Year 5/6 learners, this non-fiction text explores the life of Dr Seuss, the story of How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, and the deeper themes that have made the tale a worldwide classic.

This resource includes a rich, detailed informational text that introduces pupils to Theodor Seuss Geisel, his unique writing style, and the lasting cultural impact of the Grinch. Students will explore key themes such as compassion, community, empathy, and the difference between materialism and meaningful connection. The passage is ideal for teaching higher-order reading skills such as inference, summarising, theme analysis, vocabulary development, and critical thinking.

Perfect for whole-class lessons, guided reading, or festive comprehension sessions, this text helps pupils develop a deeper understanding of character motivation, author intent, and how stories convey moral messages. Its accessible yet challenging content makes it suitable for mixed-ability groups and supports curriculum expectation.

Use it as a stand-alone reading lesson, a seasonal activity, or a powerful springboard for writing, debate, or PSHE discussions. A great addition to any Year 5/6 reading curriculum!

What’s Included:

• 2 Pages of Non-Fiction Biography Text (Dyslexia-friendly font)
• 2 Pages of Reading Comprehension Questions
• “Just Tick It” Adaptive Reading Task – perfect for emerging or reluctant readers
• Extension Activities for discussion, reflection, and persuasive writing
• 5-Lesson Teaching Presentation (40+ slides, structured and easy-to-teach)
• An additional 3 Worksheets to support teaching and learning
• Now includes “Mixed Up!” – gives teachers extra flexibility (e.g. assessment, variety, reusability)
• 5-Day Lesson Plan with pedagogy notes and teaching strategies
• Audio Support of the text (ideal for EAL/SEND/ESL learners)
• Answer Keys for all questions and tasks
• Assessment Tracker to monitor reading objectives and progress

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