As a trained Reading Recovery Teacher and experienced Reading Leader with over 15 years of leading Phonics and reading across schools, I bring a wealth of expertise to my teaching resources. With over 20 years of teaching experience across all primary age groups, I ensure every resource is rigorously tested in my own classroom before being added to TES. My goal is to create engaging, purposeful materials that enrich children’s learning and foster a love for reading.
As a trained Reading Recovery Teacher and experienced Reading Leader with over 15 years of leading Phonics and reading across schools, I bring a wealth of expertise to my teaching resources. With over 20 years of teaching experience across all primary age groups, I ensure every resource is rigorously tested in my own classroom before being added to TES. My goal is to create engaging, purposeful materials that enrich children’s learning and foster a love for reading.
The Silver Package
These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about Romans and Celtic Settlements whilst still developing their comprehension skills.
Included in the Silver Pack:
• A Text
• A Teacher Presentation
• A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions
• An extension activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking
• A wordsearch
• A Crossword
• A Colouring Pages
A Just Tick It - An adaptive resources for reluctant writers
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These resources are great for:
• In class learning
• The Reading Corner
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans
The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers.
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Discover the importance of Online Safety with this Reading Pack!
Get your class to consider the effects the internet in this persuasive argument about online safety! 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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students!
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Discover the importance of Online Safety with This Reading Pack!
Get your class to consider the effects the internet in this persuasive argument about online safety! Perfect for 2nd and 3rd grade 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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students!
For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Discover why we have Mother’s Day with this reading pack!
Ever wondered how mother’s started? Well in this informative reading resource find out the reason why! Perfect for Year 3&4 learners, this pack is packed with engaging and educational activities designed to enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary, 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 retelling of the story
2 Pages of Comprehension Questions
“Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages)
Extension Activities
Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages)
Audio Support for the Text
Answer Keys Provided!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
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Discover â€The Best Mother’s Day Surprise!’ with this reading pack!
Enjoy reading a wholesome story about mother’s day! Perfect for Year 3&4 learners, this pack is packed with engaging and educational activities designed to enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary, 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 retelling of the story
2 Pages of Comprehension Questions
“Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages)
Extension Activities
Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages)
Audio Support for the Text
Answer Keys Provided!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with The Best Mother’s Day Surprise! For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Discover â€The Story of Easter Sunday’ with this reading pack!
Perfect for Year 3&4 learners, this pack is packed with engaging and educational activities designed to enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary, 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 retelling of the story
2 Pages of Comprehension Questions
“Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages)
Extension Activities
Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages)
Audio Support for the Text
Answer Keys Provided!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with The Story of Easter Sunday! For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Discover â€The Story of Easter Sunday’ with this reading pack!
Perfect for Year 3&4 learners, this pack is packed with engaging and educational activities designed to enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary, 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 retelling of the story
2 Pages of Comprehension Questions
“Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages)
Extension Activities
Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages)
Audio Support for the Text
Answer Keys Provided!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with The Story of Good Friday! For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Celebrate April Fools’ Day with this Fun-Filled Reading Pack!
Dive into the silly, surprising world of April Fools’ Day with your class! This reading pack explores the history behind the jokes, how the day is celebrated around the globe, and some of the most famous pranks of all time.
Perfect for 2nd and 3rd grade 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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
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Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these William Shakespeare sessions. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Understand Shakespeare’s Hamlet with this Reading Pack!
Examine an extract from Hamlet with your students and better understand William Shakespeare’s world famous work. Perfect for Year 3&4 learners, this pack is packed with engaging and educational activities designed to enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary, 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 retelling of the story
2 Pages of Comprehension Questions
“Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages)
Extension Activities
Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages)
Audio Support for the Text
Answer Keys Provided!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these William Shakespeare sessions. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Discover William Shakespeare with this Reading Pack!
Introduce your students to the world famous William Shakespeare!
Perfect for Year 3&4 learners, this pack is packed with engaging and educational activities designed to enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary, 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 retelling of the story
2 Pages of Comprehension Questions
“Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages)
Extension Activities
Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages)
Audio Support for the Text
Answer Keys Provided!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these William Shakespeare sessions. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Discover The Human Skeleton with this Fascinating Reading Pack!
Help your class uncover the amazing structure inside their own bodies! This reading pack explores the jobs of the skeleton, what bones are made of, and how to keep them healthy. With clear explanations and fun facts.
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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these lessons about the Human Skeleton. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Learn About Nutrition with this Healthy Living Reading Pack!
Explore what humans and animals need to stay strong and healthy with this informative reading pack! From food groups to animal diets, pupils will discover how nutrition fuels the body, supports growth, and keeps us feeling great. A perfect resource for combining science 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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these All About Nutrition sessions. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Discover How Light is Reflected with this Brilliant Science Reading Pack!
Shine a light on learning with this illuminating reading pack all about reflection! Pupils will explore how light bounces off different surfaces, why mirrors work, and how reflection helps us see the world around us.
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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these lessons on How Light is Reflected. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Explore How Fossils Are Made with this Time-Travel Reading Pack!
Take your class on a journey through time with this fascinating reading pack all about fossils! From buried bones to ancient footprints, pupils will discover how living things become fossils and what they can teach us about the past. A brilliant resource to support science learning, build key vocabulary, and spark curiosity about prehistoric life.
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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these lessons on How are Fossils Made. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Explore How Shadows Are Formed with this Light and Shadows Reading Pack!
Bring science to life as your pupils discover the magic of shadows! This engaging reading pack explains how shadows are made, why they change shape, and how different materials affect the light.
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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these lessons on How Are Shadows Made? For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Explore Forces: Pushes and Pulls with this Action-Packed Science Reading Pack!
Get moving with this exciting reading pack all about forces! Pupils will explore how pushes, pulls, friction, gravity, and magnetism affect the world around them. With real-life examples and clear explanations, this pack supports science learning.
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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these lessons on Pushes and Pulls? For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Uncover How Magnets Work with this Powerful Science Reading Pack!
Step into the invisible world of magnetism with this exciting reading pack! Pupils will learn how magnets attract and repel, what materials are magnetic, and how magnetic fields work. With real-life examples and clear explanations, this pack brings non-contact forces to life.
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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these lessons on How Magnets Work. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
Explore The Life Cycle of a Plant with this Blooming Brilliant Reading Pack!
Follow the fascinating journey of a plant from seed to flower in this engaging science reading pack! Pupils will learn about germination, growth, pollination, and seed dispersal through clear explanations and key vocabulary. Ideal for supporting science units and reading comprehension, this pack helps young learners understand the wonders of the plant life cycle.
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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these lessons on The Life Cycle of a Plant. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.
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.**
Explore Your Amazing Digestive System with this Tummy-Tastic Reading Pack!
Take a journey through the human body with this fascinating reading pack all about digestion! Pupils will follow the path of food from the mouth to the stomach and beyond, learning how the digestive system breaks food down to give us energy. With clear explanations and fun facts, this pack supports science learning, vocabulary development, and curiosity about the body.
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!
PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING
If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education
Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these lessons on The Life Cycle of a Plant. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.