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Engage your learners with this fun and familiar prediction-focused comprehension lesson based on the iconic first episode of Pokémon! Using a short video clip, students practise making predictions about what will happen next, using evidence from what they have seen and their own reasoning. Perfect for KS2 (possibly LKS3) English or Literacy lessons, this interactive resource helps pupils deepen comprehension skills in a format they will love.

What’s Included:
Full lesson ActivInspire flipchart with clear learning objective and step-by-step slides (PDF included).

Guided video prediction activity using Pokémon: I Choose You (YouTube link included)

Differentiated prediction table with time-stamped events, guiding prompts, and space to compare predictions with actual outcomes

Plenary reflection questions to extend higher-order thinking and inference

Editable format for easy adaptation

Key Features:
Video-based lesson using a popular, engaging source

Supports the reading domain objective: predicting what might happen from details stated and implied

Encourages evidence-based discussion and collaborative thinking

Editable slides and worksheets – easy to customise or expand

Accessible for KS2 and lower KS3 (Years 3–8 / Grades 3–7)

Can be used for whole-class teaching, small group work, cover lessons, enrichment or homework tasks

Perfect For:
English / Literacy / Guided Reading lessons

Developing comprehension strategies (especially prediction)

Reluctant readers or visual learners

Pokémon fans!

KS2 and KS3 classrooms (UK), Grades 3–7 (US)

Cover lessons or cross-curricular PSHE links (empathy, respect, friendship)