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Year 3 Reading Comprehension Practice Papers – Paper 1

This Year 3 Reading Comprehension Practice Pack is designed to help pupils strengthen their reading skills through a variety of engaging texts and thoughtfully crafted questions. Suitable for independent work, guided reading, or assessment preparation, the resource offers a balanced mix of fiction, non-fiction, and descriptive writing.

What’s Included:

• Three reading comprehension texts:
• Amazing Arctic Animals (non-fiction)
• The Secret Cave (fiction)
• The Storm (poetic description)
• Eight comprehension questions per text
• Full answer sheet for easy marking
• A variety of question types, including:
  Retrieval, Inference, Vocabulary, Sequencing, Prediction, Explanation and Opinion

Key Features:

• Aligned with Year 3 national curriculum objectives
• Clear layout, ideal for classroom or homework use
• Promotes thoughtful engagement with texts
• Encourages a range of comprehension strategies

Recommended Use:

• Reading lessons
• SATs-style practice
• Intervention support
• End-of-term assessments

This resource helps pupils practise a broad range of comprehension skills in a structured yet accessible format. Perfect for teachers looking for a ready-to-use reading activity that provides depth, challenge, and curriculum coverage.