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Year 4 Reading Comprehension - Learning about Hajj
What is Hajj, and why do millions take part each year? Let’s find out together.
Learning About Hajj introduces students to one of the most important journeys in the Islamic faith. With three clearly differentiated reading texts, this comprehension pack supports progression from early reading skills like retrieval and matching to deeper thinking tasks such as vocabulary reasoning, viewpoint, and author’s intent.
Across all versions, learners explore the key facts about Hajj: that it is a sacred pilgrimage to Makkah, that it happens once in a lifetime if possible, and that it includes powerful rituals like walking between hills, standing in prayer, and throwing stones to reject wrongdoing. Students will also discover how pilgrims wear simple white garments to show equality, and how the journey ends with Eid al-Adha, a celebration of trust and devotion.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching comprehension questions
Answer keys with clear skill tags
Built-in traffic light self-assessment system
A thoughtful and respectful introduction to Hajj, a journey observed by millions of Muslims worldwide.
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 3 Reading Comprehension - What is a fossil?
What can rocks tell us about the past? Let’s dig into fossils and find out!
This Peann Jan reading comprehension pack introduces learners to the fascinating world of fossils, from buried bones to ancient footprints. With three carefully differentiated texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch), readers build confidence through structured progression. Early skills like retrieval and matching are developed first, before moving into higher-level thinking such as inference, vocabulary reasoning, and author’s intent.
Across all three levels, pupils learn that fossils are preserved remains or traces of plants and animals. They discover how fossils form, where they’re found, and why they matter. The texts also introduce body and trace fossils, sedimentary rock, and the important contributions of Mary Anning.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching question sets designed to support skill progression
Answer keys with clear skill tags for every question
Built-in traffic light self-assessment with child-friendly icons
Unearth learning and spark curiosity with this rock-solid comprehension resource!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
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Year 6 Reading Comprehension - Gothic Authors Bundle
Meet the minds behind the monsters!
Bring literature to life with this engaging bundle of four comprehension resources, each exploring iconic authors who wrote about fear, imagination, and the unknown. From Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to Edgar Allan Poe’s eerie verse, students are introduced to the people and ideas behind some of the world’s most memorable stories.
Each pack features three reading levels: Starter, Standard, and Stretch. These build progression in key reading skills, from early strategies like retrieval and sequencing to deeper thinking such as inference, viewpoint, and author’s intent, all through clear, age-appropriate texts.
Across the bundle, students will explore who these writers were, what they wrote, what inspired their ideas, why their work was significant, and how their legacy continues today.
Use the packs individually or combine them as a full unit to support cross-text comparison, genre exploration, and curriculum-aligned skill-building, while uncovering the powerful link between life experience and literary imagination.
Included resources:
• Famous Writers of Fear (three-author overview)
• Bram Stoker
• Mary Shelley
• Edgar Allan Poe
What’s included:
4 non-fiction comprehension resources
Three differentiated texts per pack
Matching comprehension questions with skill tags
Full answer keys for every level
Black-and-white format, ready to print
Traffic light self-assessments to support reflection
A high-interest, high-impact bundle for exploring the authors who gave us goosebumps!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 6 Reading Comprehension - Edgar Allan Poe
Step into the shadows with the master of mystery and mood!
Meet Edgar Allan Poe, the American writer whose haunting stories and poems continue to unsettle and inspire. This Peann Jan comprehension pack introduces pupils to Poe’s extraordinary life, from a difficult childhood to the emotions and imagination that shaped his most famous works, like The Raven and The Tell-Tale Heart.
Each of the three reading levels builds confidence and challenge. The Starter text supports key skills like sequencing and retrieval. The Standard version deepens learning with vocabulary, structure, and inference. The Stretch text encourages critical thinking through viewpoint, evaluation, and author’s intent, all within rich, age-appropriate content.
Across all three, pupils explore Poe’s personal struggles and passions, what inspired his writing, why he was so influential, and how his legacy still shapes horror and detective fiction today.
What’s included:
Three differentiated reading texts
Black-and-white format for easy print
Matching comprehension questions with varied formats and skill tags
Full answer key for each level
Traffic light self-assessment to support pupil reflection
A perfectly eerie resource for exploring fear, feeling, and the power of the unknown!
Year 6 Reading Comprehension - Mary Shelley
Discover the story behind Frankenstein’s fearless creator!
Introduce your learners to Mary Shelley, the teenage writer whose imagination changed the world. This Peann Jan comprehension pack guides pupils through her remarkable life, from a childhood shaped by books and ideas to the scientific spark that inspired Frankenstein, and her lasting influence on literature and storytelling.
Each of the three reading levels supports progression through key reading skills. The Starter text builds confidence with core strategies like retrieval and sequencing. The Standard version adds depth with vocabulary, inference, and viewpoint. The Stretch text challenges pupils to explore author’s intent, abstract themes, and evaluative thinking, all through rich, accessible content.
Across all three levels, pupils discover essential facts: Mary Shelley’s early life and influences, what inspired Frankenstein, why it was so bold for its time, and how her legacy lives on in literature, science fiction, and beyond.
What’s included:
Three differentiated reading texts
Black-and-white format for easy print
Matching comprehension questions with varied formats and skill tags
Full answer key for each level
Traffic light self-assessment to support pupil reflection
A brilliant way to explore imagination, invention, and one unforgettable literary mind!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 6 Reading Comprehension - Superstitions and Symbols
Black cats, carved pumpkins, and midnight bats… but what’s behind the superstition?
This Peann Jan reading comprehension pack explores the fascinating world of superstitions and symbols. With three clearly differentiated reading texts (Starter, Standard, and Stretch), learners build skills step by step, starting with strategies like retrieval and matching, and progressing to higher-level thinking such as inference, viewpoint, and author’s intent.
Across all levels, readers discover key facts: some cultures see black cats as lucky, others as unlucky; bats are linked to fear in stories but play an important ecological role; pumpkins carved at Halloween began as turnips in Irish and Scottish traditions; superstitions often help people cope with the unknown; and symbols can carry very different meanings in different places.
What’s included:
Three reading texts with matching comprehension questions
Black-and-white print-ready format
Answer key with clear skill tags
Traffic light self-assessment with child-friendly icons
An ideal resource for uncovering hidden meanings and thinking beyond first impressions!
© Peann Jan 2025 - For classroom use only
Year 6 Reading Comprehension - Famous Writers of Fear
What makes a story truly chilling? Let your learners meet the minds behind the mystery!
This Peann Jan reading comprehension pack introduces pupils to three iconic authors who shaped the Gothic genre: Mary Shelley, Bram Stoker, and Edgar Allan Poe. Each of the three reading levels is designed to build reading stamina and thinking skills. The Starter text focuses on core abilities like retrieval and sequencing. The Standard version deepens understanding with vocabulary, inference, and layered meaning. The Stretch text encourages critical thinking through viewpoint, evaluation, and author’s intent, all within accessible, age-appropriate content.
Across all three, readers explore essential facts: the rise of Gothic fiction in the 1800s, how these authors used gloomy settings to reflect fear and imagination, what inspired Frankenstein and Dracula, and how these stories still influence literature today.
What’s included:
Three reading texts at progressing levels
Black-and-white format for easy printing
Matching comprehension questions with skill-tagged answer key
Traffic light self-assessment to support pupil reflection
An ideal resource for exploring genre, style, and author impact!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 6 Reading Comprehension - The Business of Halloween
Who’s really cashing in when Halloween rolls around? Let your learners investigate!
This Peann Jan reading comprehension pack explores Halloween through a new lens, looking beyond costumes and treats to examine spending, marketing, and consumer choices. With three reading levels (Starter, Standard, and Stretch), learners build confidence as they move from core reading skills like retrieval and sequencing to deeper thinking skills including inference, viewpoint, and author’s intent.
Across all levels, readers uncover key facts: Halloween costumes generate huge profits; treat sales soar during the season; shops begin marketing long before October; advertising plays a powerful role in how people spend; and not every family chooses to celebrate in the same way.
What’s included:
Three reading texts with matching comprehension questions
Black-and-white print-ready format
Answer key with clear skill tags
Traffic light self-assessment with child-friendly icons
A seasonal study with serious substance, ideal for curious readers and thoughtful classrooms!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 5 Reading Comprehension - Global Festivals of the Dead
Why do so many people gather each year to remember the dead? Let’s find out.
This reading comprehension pack introduces pupils to remembrance festivals around the world, including Halloween, DÃa de los Muertos, Obon, and Pitru Paksha. With three clearly differentiated reading texts (Starter, Standard, and Stretch), learners move from simple retrieval to deeper analysis. Early texts support sequencing, vocabulary, and comparison, while the most advanced encourages inference, tone, and author’s intent.
Across all versions, readers explore how different cultures remember those who have died. They discover that Halloween began in Ireland with Samhain, where people lit fires and wore costumes. They learn how DÃa de los Muertos uses candles, marigolds, and food to celebrate loved ones, and how Obon and Pitru Paksha involve lanterns, prayers, and shared meals to remember ancestors. Although each tradition is unique, the message is the same: remembrance matters.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching comprehension questions for each level
Skill-tagged answer keys for quick marking
Traffic light self-assessment system built in
From flickering lanterns to shared family stories, help your learners explore how people around the world keep memories alive!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 5 Reading Comprehension - Light in the Dark
What turns a simple shadow into something mysterious? Let’s find out.
This engaging reading comprehension pack explores the science behind shadows, light, and perception, all through the lens of Halloween. With three carefully differentiated texts (Starter, Standard, and Stretch), pupils build knowledge step by step. Early readers focus on retrieval and sequencing, while more confident readers develop skills like inference, vocabulary analysis, and author’s intent.
Across all three versions, learners discover that light travels in straight lines and shadows form when an object blocks the light. They learn how the shape and size of a shadow can change depending on the distance and angle, and how light sources can be natural (like the sun) or artificial (like a torch). The Halloween setting provides an exciting way to explore these ideas, from flickering candlelight to eerie silhouettes on the wall.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching comprehension questions for each level
Full answer key with skill tags for easy marking
Built-in traffic light self-assessment system
From torches to tricks of the light, this science-inspired resource brings shadows to life!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 5 Reading Comprehension - The Science of Fear
What happens inside us when we feel afraid? Let’s find out.
This reading comprehension pack explores how fear works in the body and brain. With three carefully differentiated texts (Starter, Standard, and Stretch), pupils build confidence and understanding as they move from simple retrieval to deeper thinking. Early texts focus on sequencing and key vocabulary, while the most advanced version encourages inference, tone, and author’s intent.
Across all levels, readers learn that fear is a natural emotion that helps us stay safe. They discover how the brain (especially the amygdala) detects danger, what physical changes fear can cause, and how the body reacts with fight, flight, or freeze. Pupils also explore why we sometimes feel fear even when there’s no real threat, and how talking about it can help us feel more in control.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching comprehension questions for each level
Skill-tagged answer keys for easy marking
Traffic light self-assessment system built in
From racing hearts to split-second choices, help your learners understand the science behind this powerful emotion.
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 4 Reading Comprehension - Moonlight Mystery
What’s flickering at the end of the hall? Jamie’s about to find out…
Moonlight Mystery invites readers into a quiet hallway where shadows shift and something strange is going on. With three clearly differentiated texts, this reading comprehension pack builds skills steadily starting with retrieval, matching, and cause-and-effect, then moving toward inference, contrast, justification, and author’s intent.
Across all three versions, readers follow Jamie as they spot a light flickering in the hallway. Feeling curious but unsure, Jamie investigates. They notice clues like creaking floorboards, a soft breeze, and dancing shadows before uncovering the simple cause: the wind moving a curtain across the moonlight. In the end, Jamie feels proud and just a little braver than before.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching comprehension question sets
Answer keys with visible skill tags
Built-in traffic light self-assessment system
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A flickering mystery that shines a light on great reading skills!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 4 Reading Comprehension - From Samhain to Halloween
Where did Halloween really come from? Travel back to find out…
From Samhain to Halloween takes learners on a journey through time, from ancient Celtic festivals to modern costumes and pumpkins. With three carefully differentiated texts, this reading comprehension pack supports progression from early skills like retrieval and cause-and-effect to deeper thinking tasks like inference, vocabulary reasoning, and author’s intent.
Across all versions, readers discover that Halloween began with Samhain, a Celtic festival marking the end of harvest. They learn how people once lit bonfires and wore disguises to confuse visiting spirits, how All Saints’ Day shaped the name Halloween, and how today’s traditions still echo those early beliefs in light, disguise, and remembrance.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching comprehension question sets
Answer keys with visible skill tags
Built-in traffic light self-assessment system
A seasonal read full of mystery, memory, and meaning. No cauldrons required!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 4 Reading Comprehension - Global Spooky Tales
Who haunts stories around the world? Let’s find out… if you dare!
Global Spooky Tales introduces young readers to eerie legends and traditional ghostly stories from across the globe. Carefully written at three reading levels, this comprehension pack helps learners grow step by step, starting with skills like retrieval and cause and effect, and building toward vocabulary reasoning, justification, and author’s intent.
Across all three texts, readers explore stories rooted in different cultures, including a silent spirit from Japan, a sorrowful ghost from Mexico, and a forest trickster from Norway. They’ll learn that these tales are passed down through generations to explain strange events, share warnings, and reflect the fears and beliefs of the communities who tell them.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching comprehension question sets
Answer keys with visible skill tags
Built-in traffic light self-assessment system
A spooky, skill-building journey with no jump scares, just great thinking!
© Peann Jan 2025 - For classroom use only
Year 3 Reading Comprehension - The Haunted Garden
What rustles in the bushes, hoots from the trees, and hides behind ivy? Step into The Haunted Garden and find out!
This Peann Jan reading comprehension pack follows Maya as she faces her fears in a mysterious old garden. With three clearly differentiated texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch), learners build confidence as they progress from early reading skills like retrieval and matching to deeper thinking tasks, including vocabulary reasoning, inference, and author’s intent.
Across all three levels, readers discover that the garden is old, overgrown, and believed to be haunted. They follow Maya as she bravely explores it, notices strange sounds and shapes, and finds natural explanations behind the mystery, such as a hooting owl and a statue hidden beneath vines. The story ends with a powerful message: fear often fades once we understand what we’re afraid of.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching question sets designed to support skill progression
Answer keys with clear skill tags for every question
Built-in traffic light self-assessment with child-friendly icons
A quietly spooky tale of courage and curiosity, perfect for thoughtful readers!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 3 Reading Comprehension - Samhain: The First Halloween
What do bonfires, costumes, and carved turnips have in common? Samhain, of course!
This Peann Jan reading comprehension pack explores the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the tradition that inspired modern Halloween. With three clearly differentiated texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch), learners build confidence as they progress from early reading skills like retrieval and sequencing to deeper thinking tasks including inference, vocabulary reasoning, and author’s intent.
Across all three levels, readers learn that Samhain began in ancient Ireland over 2,000 years ago. They discover it marked the end of harvest, welcomed the winter season, and involved customs like lighting fires, wearing disguises, and leaving out food to keep spirits at peace. The texts also explain how many Halloween traditions, such as dressing up and using lanterns, come from these ancient rituals.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching question sets designed to support skill progression
Answer keys with clear skill tags for every question
Built-in traffic light self-assessment with child-friendly icons
Perfect for curious readers, no ghosts or gimmicks!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 3 Reading Comprehension - What is a skeleton?
What’s hiding under your skin, helps you move, and protects your brain? A skeleton, of course!
This Peann Jan reading comprehension pack introduces learners to the incredible structure that holds us up, our skeleton. With three carefully differentiated texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch), learners build skills step by step. They begin with key reading strategies like retrieval and matching, then progress to vocabulary reasoning, inference, and even author’s intent.
Across all three levels, readers discover that the skeleton is a strong framework made of bones. They learn that it gives the body shape, helps us stay upright, and protects important organs like the heart and brain. The texts also explain what joints are, how many bones we have, and why animals need skeletons too.
What’s included:
Three black-and-white reading texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch)
Matching question sets designed to support skill progression
Answer keys with clear skill tags for every question
Built-in traffic light self-assessment with child-friendly icons
A bone-boosting blend of facts and reading fun, no spooky stuff required!
© Peann Jan 2025 – For classroom use only
Year 2 Reading Comprehension - The Magic Pumpkin Plan
The Magic Pumpkin Plan: A Story of Teamwork, Creativity, and Quiet Magic!
When their big pumpkin doesn’t go to plan, Lena’s group must think fast and work together. Can teamwork and imagination save the day?
This engaging comprehension pack supports progression through three carefully differentiated reading texts. Early versions (Starter) focus on simple retrieval and sequencing. Standard builds vocabulary and introduces cause-and-effect. Stretch deepens thinking with inference, author’s intent, and opinion-based reflection.
Across all versions, readers discover that the children come up with a plan involving a pumpkin. Something unexpected puts their plan at risk, but they work together to find a creative solution. Along the way, they learn that kindness and teamwork matter more than winning. In the end, the pumpkin becomes part of a happy surprise.
What’s included:
Three reading passages written at different levels
Targeted comprehension questions with a clear skill mix
Full answer key with skill tags for every question
Black-and-white format for easy print
Traffic light self-assessment to support reflection
A seasonal story that celebrates resilience, teamwork and a little bit of magic!
© Peann Jan 2025 — For classroom use only
Year 2 Reading Comprehension - Kindness at Halloween
Kindness at Halloween: A Story About Being Brave, Thoughtful, and Included!
Halloween can be loud and spooky, but kindness helps everyone feel included. This Peann Jan comprehension pack follows Lena and Ben as they learn that helping others, sharing sweets, and making everyone feel welcome can turn a nervous night into something special.
With three clearly differentiated texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch), this pack supports progression through key reading skills. Early versions focus on retrieval, sequencing, and vocabulary. Later versions introduce inference, cause-and-effect, and reflection.
Across all levels, readers learn that Halloween can feel overwhelming for some children. They see how sharing, helping, and taking turns can make the experience more enjoyable for everyone. They also discover that some people give out treats simply to be kind. The story shows that it’s thoughtful to include others who might be left out. While decorations and games are fun, the most important part of Halloween is helping everyone feel welcome.
What’s included:
3 reading passages written at different levels
Black-and-white printable format for easy classroom use
Matching comprehension questions for each version
Full answer key with skill tags
Traffic light self-assessment to support reflection
A gentle way to explore Halloween through empathy, inclusion, and thoughtful reading!
© Peann Jan 2025 - For classroom use only
Year 2 Reading Comprehension - Halloween and More!
From sweets and costumes to skulls and lanterns, October is full of stories to tell!
This engaging reading pack explores how different cultures mark the season. From Halloween in the UK and USA to DÃa de los Muertos in Mexico and the Hungry Ghost Festival in China, learners discover the symbols, traditions, and meanings behind each one.
With three clearly differentiated texts (Starter, Standard, Stretch), learners build skills in a structured way. They begin with simple retrieval and sequencing and progress towards inference, vocabulary, and reasoning. Each version supports learners in understanding how people celebrate, remember, and connect at this time of year.
Across all levels, readers learn that Halloween began as Samhain, an ancient Irish festival. They find out that children in some countries go trick-or-treating in costume. They also discover that DÃa de los Muertos is a colourful celebration of remembrance. In China, some people light candles or offer food to honour the dead. Decorations, costumes, and lights are used around the world to mark the season.
What’s included:
Three differentiated reading texts
Targeted comprehension questions with skill mix
Full answer key with skill tags for every question
Black-and-white printable format
Traffic light self-assessment for learner reflection
A seasonal celebration of reading, culture, and connection, with no pumpkins required!
© Peann Jan 2025 - For classroom use only