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How can small choices shape a greener world? Join the worldwide call to action of World Environment Day, a global event that encourages people everywhere to take better care of our planet. Through three engaging reading texts, students explore one of today’s biggest challenges, plastic pollution, and discover what governments, communities, and individuals can do about it. Introduce this timely topic with a clear progression of texts: Starter, Standard, and Stretch. Early levels focus on simple retrieval and sequencing. Higher levels develop vocabulary, inference, and author’s intent, encouraging thoughtful reflection and analysis. Across all levels, students will learn that World Environment Day is a global event held on the 5th of June to protect the environment, plastic pollution harms wildlife and human health, it creates lasting damage to oceans and land, countries are making laws to reduce plastic use, and individuals (including students) can help by refusing, reusing, and rethinking plastic in everyday life. What’s included: 3 differentiated texts 8–10 comprehension questions per level with mixed reading skills Full answer key with skill tags Black-and-white, easy-to-print format Traffic light self-assessment for student reflection Perfect for linking literacy to global citizenship, science, or environmental values. Created with care to be inclusive, curriculum-friendly, and ready to print! © Peann Jan 2025 - For classroom use only

Who wakes up when the sun goes down? Explore the secret lives of nighttime creatures in this engaging Nocturnal Animals comprehension pack, perfect for helping young readers build confidence while learning about the natural world. This printable resource includes three thoughtfully levelled texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch), allowing learners at different stages to access key information and grow their reading skills. Early levels focus on fact-finding, vocabulary, and sequencing. As pupils progress, they explore cause and effect, infer meaning, and begin to reflect on the author’s purpose and viewpoint. Across all levels, children will discover that nocturnal animals are awake at night and rest during the day. They’ll explore how features like sharp hearing, silent movement, and special eyesight help animals survive in the dark. They’ll also learn why night-time activity helps animals stay safe, find food, and avoid heat or predators wherever they live, from forests and deserts to city gardens. What’s included: 3 differentiated reading passages Matching comprehension questions for each level Full answer key with skill tags for quick marking Traffic light self-assessment for pupil reflection Black-and-white, print-friendly format Perfect for cross-curricular lessons on habitats, adaptations, and animal behaviour - all while strengthening comprehension skills!

Why is 21st June the longest day of the year? Explore the science behind the sunshine with this Summer Solstice comprehension pack - perfect for brightening up reading time with real-world wonder! With three carefully levelled texts (Starter, Standard, and Stretch), learners build confidence from key facts and vocabulary right through to deeper thinking. Early readers practise simple retrieval and sequencing, while older learners explore inference, explanation, and author’s intent. Across all levels, children will discover that the summer solstice happens on 21st June, brings the longest hours of daylight, and happens because the Earth tilts as it orbits the Sun. They’ll learn how people enjoy the sunshine in different ways and why the solstice marks a turning point in the seasons. What’s included: Three differentiated texts 6–8 comprehension questions per level Full answer keys with skill tags for easy marking Black-and-white, easy-to-print format Traffic light self-assessment for pupil reflection Perfect for science topics, seasonal change units, or real-world reading practice - this pack brings clarity, curiosity, and curriculum links together in one printable download!

Why do people give blood and how can one donation help more than one person? Introduce this life-saving topic through three carefully levelled texts: Starter, Standard, and Stretch. Each one builds reading confidence and depth. Early levels focus on simple retrieval and matching. Higher levels explore vocabulary, inference, and author’s intent. Across all levels, students will discover: blood donation helps people who are sick or injured, hospitals use blood during surgery and emergencies, blood has four parts, each with its own job, donors must meet health rules to give safely, World Blood Donor Day thanks those who donate and that one donation can help save several lives. What’s included: 3 differentiated texts 8–10 comprehension questions per level with mixed reading skills Full answer key with skill tags Black-and-white, easy-to-print format Traffic light self-assessment for pupil reflection Perfect for science links, global events, or values-led reading sessions. Created with care to be inclusive, curriculum-friendly, and ready to print!

Stand tall with this World Giraffe Day comprehension pack! Celebrate World Giraffe Day with this engaging reading pack that brings curious young readers face-to-face with the tallest animals on land. With three thoughtfully levelled texts (Starter, Standard, and Stretch), this pack builds reading confidence step-by-step. Early readers practise key retrieval and vocabulary skills, while more advanced learners explore inference, justification, and author’s intent. Across all levels, children will discover that giraffes live in parts of Africa, use their long necks to reach tall trees like acacias, and have unique spot patterns that help them stay safe. They’ll also learn how World Giraffe Day (21st of June) raises awareness and money to protect these gentle animals. What’s included: • 3 differentiated texts (Starter / Standard / Stretch) • 6–8 comprehension questions per level with mixed skill types • Full answer key with skill tags for easy marking • Black-and-white, easy-to-print format • Traffic light self-assessment system for pupil reflection Perfect for global awareness units, endangered animal themes, or simply celebrating the wonders of nature through reading!

Slow, steady and full of facts, this World Turtle Day pack brings reading to life! This black-and-white printable includes three thoughtfully structured versions of the text,carefully designed to meet every reader right where they are. Across all three levels, students will discover that turtles live in oceans, rivers, and on land, why turtles are at risk from pollution and habitat loss, how World Turtle Day began, and the ways people help protect these ancient creatures. Reading skills build progressively: • Early levels focus on finding facts, sequencing ideas, and exploring new words. • Higher levels challenge students to make inferences, justify their opinions, and explore the author’s purpose. What’s included? 3 differentiated reading passages (Starter, Standard, Stretch) Matching comprehension questions Full answer key with skill tags for easy marking Traffic light self-assessment system Black-and-white printable format for classroom flexibility A brilliant way to build confident readers while inspiring care for the natural world!

Bring some buzz to your reading lessons with this lively World Bee Day comprehension pack! Designed to support young readers at different stages, this black-and-white printable includes three carefully structured versions of the text to build skills step-by-step. Across all three levels, students will discover that bees collect nectar from flowers, that they make honey, that they help plants grow through pollination, and how people celebrate World Bee Day by planting flowers and protecting bees. Early levels focus on finding facts, sequencing events, and exploring key words, while later levels challenge students to make inferences, justify their ideas, and think about the author’s purpose. A simple traffic light self-assessment is included to help students reflect on their understanding. What’s included? 3 differentiated reading passages (Starter, Standard, Stretch) Matching comprehension questions Full answer key with skill tags for easy marking Traffic light self-assessment Black-and-white printable format for easy classroom use Perfect for building reading confidence while connecting with environmental awareness and nature’s tiny heroes!