

Discover How Soil is Made with this Earthy Reading Pack!
Unearth the secrets beneath our feet with this fascinating reading pack all about soil! Pupils will explore how rocks, organic matter, water, and air come together over time to form the soil we depend on. With clear explanations and real-world connections, this pack supports science learning, vocabulary development, and reading comprehension in a fun and accessible way.
Perfect for Year 3 and 4 learners, this engaging and educational pack is filled with activities designed to strengthen reading comprehension, build vocabulary, and develop retrieval and inference skills.
This versatile resource is ideal for whole-class lessons, small groups, or independent activities. Use it for warm-ups, guided reading, homework, interventions or assessments. Whether you’re focusing on fluency, retrieval, or inference, this pack has everything you need to support your teaching goals.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
2 Pages Text (Dyslexia friendly font)
2 Pages of Comprehension Questions
“Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages)
Extension Activities
5 Lesson Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages)
5 Lesson Lesson Plan and Research based theory
Audio Support for the Text
Answer Keys Provided!
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How Is Soil Made? | Writing & Reading Bundle | Year 3/4
**Support Informative Writing Through the Science of Soil!** Unearth knowledge and inspire young writers with this 2-week cross-curricular unit exploring How Soil is Made. Designed for Years 3/4, this comprehensive pack combines informational writing and science comprehension in one easy-to-teach resource. Structured around Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction, this unit empowers pupils to build writing confidence while learning how rocks, air, water, and organic matter come together to create the soil beneath our feet. **What’s Included (writing):** * 10-day writing sequence with grammar integration * Model text (WAGOLL) + teacher notes * 110+ editable slides for direct instruction * 17 printable student worksheets * Grammar targets: compound/complex sentences, noun phrases, conjunctions * Sentence starters, task guides, and writing scaffolds * Audio version of the text (great for accessibility/ELLs) * Uses dyslexia-friendly font **WHAT'S INCLUDED (reading):** * 2 Pages Text (Dyslexia friendly font) * 2 Pages of Comprehension Questions * "Just Tick It" An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages) * Extension Activities * 5 Lesson Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages) * 5 Lesson Lesson Plan and Research based theory * Audio Support for the Text * Answer Keys Provided! * If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: bitesizeeducation01@gmail.com
Science | Reading Comprehension | Year 3
**Explore the World Through Words: Engaging Science Based Reading Packs for Curious Learners** This exciting series of reading packs is designed to bring the wonders of the world to life through clear, engaging, and age-appropriate texts. Perfect for use in Year 3 and 4 classrooms, each pack introduces pupils to fascinating scientific and cross-curricular topics through rich, informative reading passages that build vocabulary, spark curiosity, and support comprehension skills. Topics include: * The Human Skeleton – Discover how bones support and protect us. * Nutrition – Learn what humans and animals need to stay healthy. * Types of Rocks – Uncover the three main rock types and how they form. * How Soil is Made – Explore the layers beneath our feet. * How Fossils Are Made – Step back in time with ancient remains. * How Light is Reflected – Understand how mirrors and shiny objects work. * How Shadows Are Formed – Learn how objects block light to create shadows. * Forces: Pushes and Pulls – Dive into the everyday science of movement. * Understanding Magnets – Explore attraction, repulsion, and magnetic fields. * The Life Cycle of a Plant – Follow a plant's journey from seed to flower.**
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