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This set of 5 engaging guided reading lessons is based on a text called Haunted Christmas . Ideal for KS2, these lessons are perfect for the last week of term or for spreading across the Autumn term. The resource focuses on comprehension, prediction, and drama, while introducing students to the slightly spooky theme of Christmas.

What’s Included:
✔ 5 detailed lesson plans (including Learning Objectives, activities, and key questions)
✔ PowerPoint presentation with images for each lesson
✔ Comprehension questions for discussion
✔ Haunted Christmas text, divided into sections for easy reading and discussion

Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Lesson 1 – Introduction to the story: Students describe their first impressions of the text.
★ Lesson 2 – Prediction: Pupils predict what might happen next in the story.
★ Lesson 3 – Drama activity: Students use drama to explore the emotions and feelings of the characters.
★ Lesson 4 – Question creation: Pupils create their own questions about the text to guide further discussion.
★ Lesson 5 – Drama activity (continued): Further exploration of characters’ emotions through drama.

Why It’s Useful:
✔ Suitable for both Year 5 and Year 6 students
✔ Includes opportunities for drama and interactive activities
✔ Differentiated resources to support all learners
✔ Focus on comprehension, prediction, and character analysis
✔ Visual aids included to support vocabulary development

Suggested Use Cases:
Perfect for KS2 guided reading sessions, drama activities, or the lead-up to Christmas. The lessons can be used as part of a festive theme, incorporating reading and emotional exploration, ideal for developing comprehension and drama skills.

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