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Join Jamie as his magic suitcase whisks him back in time to the bustling city of Samarkand along the legendary Silk Road. From colourful markets filled with spices, silk, and camels to meeting the famous explorer Marco Polo, Jamie discovers the excitement and importance of this ancient trade route that connected East and West. This fully differentiated pack contains seven complete versions of the same captivating historical adventure story, each carefully adapted to suit the reading and comprehension levels of Year 1 through to Year 7 students. The consistent plot and setting across all versions make this ideal for mixed-age/ability classrooms, guided reading groups, or progressive skill-building. What’s Included: • Seven extended reading passages (Year 1 to Year 7), each tailored to the vocabulary and comprehension level of the year group • Age-appropriate glossaries to support vocabulary development at each level • Ten comprehension questions per level, covering retrieval, inference, sequencing, vocabulary, and higher-order thinking skills • Answer sheets for all levels Key Features: • Engaging narrative with factual historical and geographical information woven into the story • Supports literacy and history curriculum objectives across early primary to upper KS2 • Fully differentiated to cater to emergent readers through to confident upper KS2 and Year 7 learners • Vocabulary support with glossaries designed for each year group’s understanding Curriculum Links: • Understanding key aspects of the Silk Road and its historical significance • Developing geographical and historical vocabulary • Enhancing comprehension skills: retrieving, inferring, summarising, and evaluating information • Exploring cultural exchange and trade routes in history • Supporting reading fluency and confidence across multiple year groups Perfect For: • Mixed ability/age guided reading sessions • Homework or intervention activities • History and geography thematic units • Progressive reading comprehension skill development • Mixed-ability or multi-age classrooms

Explore the fascinating history of the Roman Empire with this three-level reading comprehension pack for Year 4 pupils. Students learn about Rome’s rise, its army, engineering achievements, culture, and lasting influence through detailed texts and engaging questions. What’s Included: • Three differentiated reading passages (LA, MA, HA) covering key aspects of Roman history • 10 comprehension questions per level focusing on retrieval, inference, and explanation • Glossary of important historical vocabulary to support understanding • Answer sheets for easy marking and feedback • Editable Word documents for classroom or homework use Key Features: • Supports KS2 History curriculum objectives • Encourages independent reading and comprehension across ability levels • Ideal for history lessons, guided reading, or intervention • Highlights Roman contributions to language, law, and engineering Ideal for: • Year 4 history classes • Mixed-ability classrooms requiring differentiated resources • Independent reading and homework tasks National Curriculum Links: • Understand the Roman Empire and its impact on Britain and the world • Develop historical vocabulary and comprehension skills • Explain key events, people, and achievements from the Roman period

Explore the fascinating world of the Ancient Greeks with this detailed and accessible three-level reading comprehension pack for Year 4. Students learn about city-states, famous myths, philosophers, government, and culture, helping them understand the lasting influence of Ancient Greece. What’s Included: • Three differentiated reading passages (LA, MA, HA) covering key facts about Ancient Greek life and society • 10 comprehension questions per level focused on retrieval, inference, and explanation • Glossary of key vocabulary to support understanding • Answer sheets for easy marking and feedback • Editable Word documents for flexible use in classrooms or homework Key Features: • Supports KS2 History and Literacy curriculum objectives • Encourages reading comprehension and historical vocabulary development • Suitable for guided reading, history lessons, and intervention groups Ideal for: • Year 4 history and literacy classes • Mixed-ability groups needing differentiated resources • Independent reading practice and homework National Curriculum Links: • Understand key features of Ancient Greek life and government • Develop comprehension and vocabulary skills through historical texts • Make inferences and explain historical concepts clearly

This engaging three-level reading comprehension pack for Year 4 explores the prehistoric ages of the Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Age. Through detailed passages and targeted questions, students learn how humans developed tools, farming, settlements, and culture over thousands of years. What’s Included: • Three differentiated reading passages (LA, MA, HA) covering key facts about the Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Age • 10 comprehension questions per level focused on retrieval, inference, and explanation • Glossary of important historical vocabulary to support understanding • Answer sheets for easy marking and feedback • Editable Word documents for flexible classroom or homework use Key Features: • Supports KS2 History curriculum objectives • Encourages reading comprehension and vocabulary development • Suitable for guided reading, history lessons, and intervention groups Ideal for: • Year 4 history classes • Mixed-ability groups needing differentiated resources • Independent reading practice and homework National Curriculum Links: • Understand changes in Britain from the Stone Age to the Iron Age • Develop comprehension and historical vocabulary skills • Explain key technological and social developments in prehistory

Explore the fascinating world of Anglo-Saxon Britain with this differentiated reading comprehension pack, designed especially for Year 4 pupils. Learn about where they came from, how they lived, and how they helped shape modern England. What’s Included: • 3 differentiated reading passages (LA, MA, HA) • 10 tailored comprehension questions per level • Glossary of historical vocabulary to support understanding • Full answer sheets for simple marking • Editable Word format for customisation Key Features: • Matches KS2 History and English curriculum objectives • Supports vocabulary development and independent reading • Perfect for history lessons, guided reading, homework or interventions National Curriculum Links: • Study of Britain’s settlement by Anglo-Saxons • Understand the cultural and religious changes in early Britain • Develop comprehension and historical inquiry skills

Take your pupils back in time to explore the lives, journeys, and beliefs of the Vikings. This fully differentiated reading comprehension pack for Year 4 brings Viking culture to life with vivid texts and accessible questions. What’s Included: • Three differentiated reading passages (LA, MA, HA) • Ten comprehension questions per level • Glossary of key vocabulary to support understanding • Complete answer sheets for easy marking • Editable Word documents for classroom use Key Features: • Fulfils KS2 History and English curriculum objectives • Enhances vocabulary and comprehension with historical context • Ideal for whole-class lessons, guided reading, homework, or intervention National Curriculum Links: • Learn about Viking raids, exploration, and settlement • Understand the influence of the Vikings on British history • Build comprehension through historical texts

Explore the dramatic story of Boudicca, the warrior queen who led a rebellion against the Roman Empire in Britain. This engaging pack features detailed, differentiated texts and comprehension questions suitable for Year 4 pupils. What’s Included: • Three reading passages (LA, MA, HA) telling Boudicca’s story • 10 carefully designed questions per level • Full answer sheets for easy marking • Glossary of key terms to support vocabulary • Editable Word format for flexible use Key Features: • Supports KS2 History and Literacy objectives • Helps build reading comprehension and critical thinking skills • Ideal for topic lessons, guided reading, or homework • Highlights important historical events and themes National Curriculum Links: • Understand significant historical events and figures in Britain’s past • Develop comprehension skills including retrieval and inference • Learn key historical vocabulary Perfect for: • Year 4 history and literacy lessons • Mixed-ability classrooms requiring differentiated resources • Independent reading and assessment tasks

Join Jamie on his magical time-travelling adventure to Imperial China during the Han Dynasty! This engaging historical fiction reading comprehension pack is designed for Lower KS2 learners, featuring differentiated reading texts, vocabulary support, and comprehension questions. What’s Included: • Three differentiated reading passages (HA, MA, LA) based on Ancient China • 10 comprehension questions per level (retrieval, inference, explanation) • Glossary of key historical vocabulary to support understanding • Answer sheets for quick marking and feedback • Editable Word format for full flexibility Key Features: • Supports KS2 history and literacy curriculum objectives • Encourages comprehension through narrative exploration of ancient civilisations • Differentiated to support learners of all abilities • Ideal for classroom use, homework, or guided reading groups National Curriculum Links: • Develop chronologically secure knowledge of Ancient civilisations • Understand key aspects of non-European societies and their legacies (Ancient China) • Improve comprehension and vocabulary through reading historical narratives • Make inferences and retrieve information from texts Perfect For: • Year 4 literacy or history units • Mixed-ability classrooms • Time travel themed topics • Exploring world civilisations

Step into the past with this exciting, curriculum-linked historical fiction resource! In this instalment, Jamie journeys to Ancient India during the Gupta Empire, where he explores ancient temples, universities, and the festival of Diwali. What’s Included: • Three differentiated reading passages (HA, MA, LA) • 10 comprehension questions per level • Glossary of key vocabulary • Complete answer sheets • Editable Word version for flexibility Curriculum Links: • KS2 English: Develop comprehension, inference, vocabulary, and explanation skills • KS2 History: Learn about non-European civilisations and achievements of the ancient world • Cross-curricular links with RE and Geography (festivals, global cultures) Perfect For: • Year 4 guided reading or topic work • Mixed-ability classrooms • Homework or comprehension interventions

Take your class on a time-travel adventure to the Stone Age! This fully differentiated fiction comprehension resource features a magical story about Jamie’s journey to prehistoric times, helping students explore early human life while developing essential reading skills. What’s Included: • 3 x Differentiated Reading Texts (HA, MA, LA) • 3 x Comprehension Question Sheets (10 questions per level) • 3 x Answer Sheets • Glossary of key vocabulary • Suitable for guided reading, independent work, or homework National Curriculum Links: • Develop positive attitudes to reading and understanding of fiction • Retrieve and record information from fiction texts • Draw inferences about characters and events • Understand how language contributes to meaning • Make comparisons between life in the past and present Perfect for: • KS2 (especially Year 3 or 4) • English, History, Guided Reading • Homework, independent learning or cover lessons

The Time-Travelling Suitcase Goes To… The Bronze Age is an engaging and fully differentiated historical fiction reading comprehension resource for LKS2, aligned with the UK National Curriculum. Join Jamie as he explores Bronze Age Britain —learning how people lived, farmed, and created tools from bronze. What’s Included: • 3 x Differentiated Reading Texts (HA, MA, LA) • 3 x Comprehension Question Sheets (10 questions per level) • 3 x Answer Sheets • Glossary of key vocabulary • Suitable for guided reading, independent work, or homework National Curriculum Links: • Develop positive attitudes to reading and understanding of fiction • Retrieve and record information from fiction texts • Draw inferences about characters and events • Understand how language contributes to meaning • Make comparisons between life in the past and present Perfect for: • KS2 (especially Year 3 or 4) • English, History, Guided Reading • Homework, independent learning or cover lessons

Step back in time with Jamie as he visits Celtic Britain during the days of Boudicca’s rebellion! This fully differentiated resource is designed to engage Year 4 learners with historical fiction linked to the UK National Curriculum. It includes three reading passages at different levels (HA, MA, LA), 10 comprehension questions per level, detailed answer sheets, and a glossary to support vocabulary. What’s Included: • 3 x Differentiated reading passages (HA, MA, LA) • 3 x Sets of 10 comprehension questions • 3 x Answer sheets • Glossary of key terms National Curriculum Links: • History: The Roman Empire and its impact on Britain • Reading: Comprehension, vocabulary, inference, retrieval, and summarising • English: Engaging with narrative and historical texts Perfect For: • Guided reading • Independent comprehension practice • Homework tasks • Historical fiction units

Step back into the world of Viking Britain with Jamie and his magical suitcase in this exciting historical fiction resource for LKS2! This differentiated comprehension pack uses engaging storytelling, expanded texts, and tiered questions to support literacy and history learning. What’s Included: • Three fully differentiated reading passages (HA, MA, LA) • 10 comprehension questions per level • Detailed glossary of key vocabulary • Answer sheets for quick marking • Editable Word documents Key Features: • Supports reading fluency, vocabulary development, and inference • Rich historical context woven into engaging narrative fiction • Perfect for whole class, guided reading, interventions, or homework National Curriculum Links: • History – Britain’s settlement by Anglo-Saxons and Scots; Viking and Anglo-Saxon struggle for the Kingdom of England • English – Develop positive attitudes to reading; understand texts through retrieval, inference, and explanation • Vocabulary – Use historical and contextual language confidently

Take your pupils on a historical adventure with Jamie as he travels back in time to experience life during The Blitz in WW2 London. This differentiated reading comprehension pack includes vivid storytelling, rich vocabulary, and a focus on historical empathy and understanding. What’s Included: • Three differentiated reading passages (HA, MA, LA) • 10 targeted comprehension questions per level • Complete glossary of key WW2 terms • Answer sheets for all question sets • Editable Word and PDF files Key Features: • Suitable for KS2, aligned with history and literacy objectives • Promotes empathy, vocabulary development, and inference skills • Can be used for guided reading, cross-curricular literacy, or homework • Builds understanding of children’s experiences during WWII National Curriculum Links: • History: A study of an aspect or theme in British history beyond 1066 – WW2 and The Blitz • English: Develop comprehension and vocabulary skills through historical fiction • PSHE: Understand empathy, bravery, and the importance of community

Step into history with Jamie as he travels back to London in 1666 to witness the Great Fire. This engaging reading comprehension resource includes extended texts and carefully differentiated materials to suit all learners in LKS2. What’s Included: • Three differentiated reading passages (LA, MA, HA) • 10 comprehension questions per level (retrieval, inference, vocabulary, and explanation) • Full answer sheets for easy marking • Glossary of key terms to support understanding • Editable Word documents for flexibility Key Features: • Based on a historical fiction adventure from the “Time-Travelling Suitcase” series • Supports KS2 history and reading comprehension objectives • Perfect for guided reading, history lessons, literacy extension, or homework Ideal for: • Lower KS2 pupils • Mixed-ability classrooms • Curriculum-linked cross-curricular reading National Curriculum Links: • History: Events beyond living memory that are significant nationally or globally • English: Develop comprehension skills including retrieval, inference, and understanding of vocabulary • Spoken language: Discussing texts and events using historical context

Bring history to life in your classroom with this engaging historical fiction reading comprehension resource, part of the Time-Travelling Suitcase series! This lesson transports students to Iron Age Britain, where they join Jamie on an unforgettable journey into a world of hillforts, tribes, warriors, and druids. Perfect for linking English and History, this resource is designed to support reading skills while deepening historical understanding. What’s Included: • 3 x Differentiated Reading Texts (HA, MA, LA) • 3 x Comprehension Question Sheets (10 questions per level) • 3 x Answer Sheets • Glossary of key vocabulary • Suitable for guided reading, independent work, or homework National Curriculum Links: • Develop positive attitudes to reading and understanding of fiction • Retrieve and record information from fiction texts • Draw inferences about characters and events • Understand how language contributes to meaning • Make comparisons between life in the past and present Perfect for: • KS2 (especially Year 3 or 4) • English, History, Guided Reading • Homework, independent learning or cover lessons

Join Jamie as he journeys along the famous Silk Road and meets the explorer Marco Polo in this exciting historical fiction reading comprehension resource. Perfect for Year 4 learners, this pack features extended and engaging texts that explore one of the most important trade routes in history. What’s Included: • Three differentiated and expanded reading passages (HA, MA, LA) set on the Silk Road • Ten comprehension questions per level covering retrieval, inference, and explanation • Glossary of key terms related to trade, exploration, and culture • Answer sheets for quick and easy marking • Editable Word format for easy customization Key Features: • Supports KS2 history and literacy curriculum goals • Explores trade, cultural exchange, and famous historical figures • Suitable for mixed-ability classrooms and guided reading sessions • Encourages understanding of historical concepts through narrative National Curriculum Links: • Understand historical trade routes and cultural interactions • Learn about important explorers like Marco Polo • Develop comprehension and vocabulary skills through historical fiction • Build inference and retrieval skills Perfect For: • KS2 history and literacy lessons • Cross-curricular studies on world exploration and trade • Time travel and adventure-themed reading activities

Join Jamie on an exciting journey back to the Age of Exploration, where he meets the famous explorer Christopher Columbus! This historical fiction reading comprehension pack is ideal for LKS2 students and features engaging texts, vocabulary support, and comprehension questions. What’s Included: • Three differentiated reading passages (HA, MA, LA) set during the Age of Exploration • Ten comprehension questions per level covering retrieval, inference, and explanation skills • Glossary of key terms related to exploration and navigation • Answer sheets for quick and easy assessment • Editable Word format for easy adaptation Key Features: • Supports KS2 history and literacy curriculum objectives • Encourages learning about exploration, navigation, and cultural encounters • Differentiated for all ability levels • Perfect for classroom lessons, homework, or guided reading National Curriculum Links: • Develop understanding of significant historical events and explorers • Explore the impact of exploration on world history • Build comprehension and vocabulary through historical narrative • Practice inference and retrieval from texts Perfect For: • LKS2 history and literacy lessons • Studies on explorers and world geography • Cross-curricular activities involving history and reading

Join Jamie on a magical adventure to the heart of the ancient Maya civilisation! This engaging historical fiction comprehension resource is perfect for Year 4 and Key Stage 2 learners, offering differentiated texts, rich historical content, and targeted comprehension practice. What’s Included: • Three extended reading passages (HA, MA, LA) featuring a narrative journey to ancient Central America • Ten comprehension questions per level, focusing on retrieval, inference, explanation • Vocabulary support via a detailed glossary • Answer sheets for all question sets • Editable Word format for ease of adaptation Key Features: • Aligned with the KS2 History and Literacy objectives • Supports reading fluency and historical understanding • Fully differentiated for use with mixed-ability groups • Ideal for classwork, guided reading, homework or independent study National Curriculum Links: • Develop a chronologically secure understanding of world history • Understand key features of a non-European ancient civilisation (the Maya) • Retrieve, record and present information from fiction texts • Improve vocabulary and inference skills through engaging narrative Perfect For: • Year 4 and Lower KS2 pupils • Cross-curricular history and literacy lessons • Teachers seeking rich, accessible historical fiction comprehension activities

Explore the fascinating world of ancient Egypt with this engaging, three-level reading comprehension pack suitable for Year 4 learners. Through differentiated texts and focused questions, pupils develop understanding of ancient Egyptian society, beliefs, and daily life. What’s Included: • Three differentiated reading passages (LA, MA, HA) covering the River Nile, pharaohs, pyramids, hieroglyphics, and daily life • 10 comprehension questions per level targeting retrieval, inference, and explanation skills • Glossary of key vocabulary to support understanding • Answer sheets for straightforward marking and feedback • Editable Word documents for easy adaptation to your classroom needs Key Features: • Supports National Curriculum objectives for KS2 history and reading • Encourages independent reading and comprehension confidence across different abilities • Perfect for guided reading, literacy lessons, homework, and intervention work • Introduces pupils to important historical concepts and vocabulary Ideal for: • Year 4 history and literacy lessons • Mixed-ability classrooms needing accessible, engaging texts • Independent or supported reading and homework National Curriculum Links: • Develop comprehension skills using historical texts • Understand and explain key vocabulary and concepts • Draw inferences and explain ideas clearly • Foster an interest in ancient history and culture