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Think you know pirates? Meet the woman who rewrote the rules of the sea and history!

Grace O’Malley defied expectations and commanded respect, from stormy seas to royal courts. This Peann Jan comprehension pack brings her story to life with three clearly levelled texts designed to support confident reading progression.

At the Starter level, students focus on retrieving key facts and sequencing events. The Standard text introduces more complex structures and encourages learners to consider viewpoint and comparison. The Stretch version deepens thinking through nuanced vocabulary, layered meaning, and analysis of the author’s intent. All levels include a traffic light self-assessment tool to support reflection.

Across the pack, students discover who Grace O’Malley was, where she lived, why she is remembered, and what made her leadership so extraordinary. From daring sea missions to her famous meeting with Queen Elizabeth I, this reading resource captures the blend of history, legend, and lasting impact.

What’s included:

• 3 differentiated reading texts: Starter, Standard, Stretch
• Matching comprehension questions across a range of reading skills
• Answer key for each set with skill tags clearly labelled
• Black-and-white printable format
• Traffic light self-assessment with child-friendly visuals

A bold story for bold learners. Perfect for International Women’s Day, World Maritime Day, or any time you are exploring leadership, resilience, or remarkable lives!

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