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This phonics assessment booklet is designed for use in EYFS, Reception, Year 1, and KS1 to track pupil progress in phonics from Phase 2 to Phase 6. Created by experienced KS1 specialists, it provides an easy and efficient way for teachers and teaching assistants (TAs) to assess and record pupils’ phonics skills. What’s included: ✔ Phonics assessment booklet covering Phase 2 to Phase 6 ✔ Clear sections for teachers to check off each sound and word as children read them ✔ Simple format for easy communication between staff ✔ Useful for tracking pupil progress over time Lesson overview / structure: ★ Phonics Assessment – Teachers point at each sound and word, and children read them aloud. If correct, the sound or word is checked off. ★ Tracking Progress – The booklet helps teachers monitor each pupil’s development and identify areas for improvement. Why it’s useful: ✔ Ideal for EYFS, Reception, Year 1, and KS1 pupils ✔ Supports clear communication of pupil progress between staff ✔ Easy to use for interventions or as part of early morning work ✔ Helps teachers quickly show progression during pupil progress meetings Suggested use cases: Perfect for assessing phonics skills throughout the year, particularly in EYFS, Reception, Year 1, and KS1. This resource can also be used by TAs for targeted interventions and support. Search tags: eyfs | reception | fs1 | fs2 | year 1 | ks1 | phonics assessment | Jolly Phonics | Read Write Inc | Phase 2 | Phase 6 | Letters and Sounds

This editable PowerPoint presentation helps you engage parents during a parents’ evening, offering them practical insights into supporting their child’s reading development. With 18 slides, it’s designed for primary school use and covers key areas such as phonics, word strategies, book exchanges, and reading mornings. What’s included: ✔ 18 editable PowerPoint slides ✔ Information on phonics to support reading ✔ Practical strategies for helping children with difficult words ✔ Explanation of book exchange procedures ✔ Details on the importance of reading mornings ✔ Customisable content for your school’s needs Lesson overview / structure: ★ Phonics Insight – Equip parents with an understanding of phonics to support their child’s reading journey. ★ Word Strategies – Provide practical tips for tackling challenging words and supporting children at home. ★ Book Exchange – Explain the school’s book swapping system and its benefits. ★ Reading Mornings – Highlight how reading mornings can boost literacy development. ★ Editable Content – Adapt the presentation to suit your school’s specific reading initiatives and needs. Why it’s useful: ✔ Clear, easy-to-understand presentation for parents ✔ Editable to fit your school’s programmes ✔ Covers key aspects of reading support at home ✔ Helps foster a positive relationship between home and school Suggested use cases: Ideal for use during parents’ evenings, new starter orientations, or reading boost initiatives. Can be used in primary schools, especially for parents supporting children with reading at home. Search tags: Reading parents evening | phonics presentation | primary school reading | book exchange | reading mornings | parents evening PowerPoint | reading support

Fully resourced poetry unit exploring senses, fireworks, and onomatopoeia | Ideal for October and November lessons This fully planned writing unit is ideal for Year 1 pupils in the run-up to Bonfire Night. Across five engaging lessons, children will explore senses, onomatopoeia, and descriptive language to build up to a final senses poem. Starting with a cold write and culminating in a polished piece of poetry, this unit is packed with opportunities for performance, expression, and creative language development. What’s included: ✔ 5 easy-to-follow PowerPoints ✔ 5 detailed lesson plans with clear learning objectives ✔ Senses worksheet for vocabulary development ✔ High-ability poetry writing frame to support differentiation Lesson sequence: Write a Poem (Cold Write) – Children write an initial Bonfire Night poem using sensory phrases and sentence-level skills Perform a Poem – Learn lines, use expression, and explore onomatopoeia through poetry performance Group Performance – Build fluency and confidence by performing poems with expression, intonation, and clear voices Plan a Senses Poem – Use expanded noun phrases and sensory vocabulary to plan a descriptive Bonfire Night poem Write a Final Poem – Children write their final piece, applying their learning from the week to create a ‘banger’ of a poem Why this unit stands out: ✔ Ideal for exploring poetry, performance, and seasonal themes ✔ Created by an experienced English subject lead ✔ Tried and tested in real Year 1 classrooms ✔ Fully resourced for easy, low-prep teaching Perfect for: October or November literacy sessions KS1 poetry and performance lessons Creative writing and sensory language development Whole-class, group, or guided writing sessions Search terms: KS1 poetry | Year 1 Bonfire Night writing | senses poem | fireworks writing unit | onomatopoeia Year 1 | Bonfire Night literacy | outstanding writing lesson | KS1 English planning | firework safety poem | Key Stage 1 poem writing

These assessment checklists are designed for Year 1 pupils to track their progress in writing, maths, reading, and science. They align with the KS1 frameworks and provide an easy-to-use system to monitor students’ attainment in key areas. What’s Included: ✔ Assessment checklists for writing, maths, reading, and science ✔ One page per child for personalised tracking ✔ Clear and simple tick-box system to assess emerging, secure, and exceeding levels ✔ Summary section to track overall progress ✔ Printable format for ease of use in the classroom or at home Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Individual Progress Tracking – Each child has their own page for tracking achievements. ★ Clear Assessment Criteria – Skills and objectives for each subject are broken down into three levels: emerging, secure, and exceeding. ★ Quick Review – The tick-box system enables teachers to assess pupils quickly and effectively. Why it’s Useful: ✔ Helps track Year 1 pupils’ progress in core subjects ✔ Simplifies assessment with an easy-to-understand format ✔ Ideal for use in planning, feedback, and reporting ✔ Identifies areas for improvement and celebrates progress Suggested Use Cases: Perfect for Year 1 teachers and teaching assistants to assess progress in writing, maths, reading, and science. Ideal for tracking attainment towards expected standards and beyond, and can also be used by parents for home learning support. Search Tags: Year 1 assessment checklists | KS1 writing assessment | Year 1 maths assessment | Year 1 reading progress | Year 1 science assessment | KS1 assessment tools

This homework pack features 51 engaging tasks for pupils aged 5-7, based on the Splendid Skies theme. It spans various subjects, including geography, science, art, maths, writing, and reading. Pupils can choose tasks that interest them and work at their own pace, encouraging creativity and independent learning. What’s Included: ✔ 51 homework tasks related to the Splendid Skies theme ✔ Homework choice board with tasks across different subjects ✔ Parent letter explaining the homework choice board ✔ Record sheet for students to track completed tasks ✔ Book recommendations suitable for children aged 5-7 Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Choice Board – Pupils choose from 51 tasks, allowing for differentiation and independent learning. ★ Creative Tasks – Includes activities such as writing a diary entry about weather impacts, creating weather-themed songs, and designing bar graphs. ★ Tracking Progress – Record sheet helps pupils monitor their progress and stay organised. ★ Parent Involvement – Parent letter explains the task structure and provides guidance. Why it’s Useful: ✔ Encourages creativity and independent learning ✔ Provides a wide range of tasks across multiple subjects ✔ Allows for differentiation based on pupils’ interests ✔ Ideal for making homework engaging and meaningful Suggested Use Cases: Perfect for Year 1 or Year 2 pupils, especially when studying weather, seasons, or the environment. This resource is ideal for use as a fun, cross-curricular homework project or differentiated task option. Search Tags: Splendid Skies homework | Year 1 homework tasks | Year 2 creative homework | weather-themed homework | cross-curricular homework tasks | KS1 homework activities

Fully resourced English lesson with a geography link – ideal for Year 4 or LKS2 This flexible and engaging interview or observation lesson guides pupils through writing a diary entry from the perspective of someone who has climbed Mount Everest. Rated Outstanding by an OFSTED inspector, the lesson combines strong writing outcomes with cross-curricular links to geography. Designed for 20 minutes to 1 hour, it’s suitable for interviews, formal observations, or high-quality classroom teaching. What’s included: ✔ Detailed lesson plan with built-in differentiation ✔ PowerPoint presentation to guide the lesson and introduce Everest ✔ Starter activity to prompt imaginative thinking and build vocabulary ✔ Differentiated tasks for SEN, LA, MA and HA pupils ✔ Reflection prompt to support editing and improvement Bonus freebie: A set of fact sheets and visuals about world mountain ranges and rivers, which you could reference during your interview to show forward-thinking and curriculum planning (e.g. what the next lesson in the sequence could look like). Why it works well: ✔ Clear links to geography topics such as Mountains and Extreme Earth ✔ Encourages high-quality writing through a vivid, real-world context ✔ Structured support for SEN and lower-attaining pupils ✔ Flexibility for timed interviews or observation slots ✔ Supports grammar objectives and descriptive writing skills Perfect for: KS2 English and geography cross-curricular lessons Year 4 interview or observation lessons LKS2 diary writing units SPaG, grammar and descriptive writing development Topic hooks for Mountains, Earth and space, or Around the World Search terms: KS2 diary writing | Mount Everest lesson | English interview lesson | Ofsted observation | Year 4 diary entry | LKS2 mountains | geography and English cross-curricular | SEN writing task | extreme earth | English writing KS2 | grammar and description

Ideal for whole-class or small group reading | No prior knowledge of Kensuke’s Kingdom needed This five-session guided reading unit focuses on a newspaper report inspired by Kensuke’s Kingdom, but the sessions are fully accessible without any background knowledge of the text. Designed for lower KS2, this resource supports children in building key reading skills while exploring the structure and language of newspaper writing. Each session includes a clear learning objective, reading focus, vocabulary tasks, and opportunities for prediction, inference and discussion. What’s included: ✓ 5 fully planned guided reading sessions ✓ Engaging newspaper-style text ✓ Vocabulary and inference tasks ✓ Discussion and evaluation questions ✓ Learning objectives clearly outlined for each session Why this unit stands out: Encourages close reading and group discussion Supports children to identify and explain newspaper features Builds confidence with unfamiliar vocabulary and inference Easy to deliver – no additional resources or preparation required Works well across one week or can be spread over a half term Learning Objectives Covered: Identify and explain the features of a newspaper report Analyse and evaluate the language and structure Infer and deduce information Evaluate and respond to the text Compare the features of newspaper reports Ideal for: Y3, Y4 Whole-class or small group guided reading KS2 reading lessons or literacy intervention sessions Search terms: ks2 guided reading newspaper report y3 y4 reciprocal reading lower key stage 2 group reading comprehension fiction kensuke’s kingdom newspaper writing vocabulary inference fluency

Ideal for whole-class or small group reading | Fictional leaflet about a theme park – Adventure Land This five-session guided reading unit focuses on a persuasive leaflet advertising a fictional theme park. Designed for lower KS2, these sessions help pupils explore the purpose, language and structure of persuasive writing. The sessions are structured around shared reading, discussion, vocabulary clarification, and targeted comprehension tasks, making it ideal for building confidence with persuasive texts. What’s included: ✓ 5 fully planned guided reading sessions ✓ Persuasive leaflet (fictional theme park) ✓ Vocabulary focus and prediction tasks ✓ Comprehension questions to develop inference and evaluation ✓ Clear learning objectives for each session Why this unit stands out: Supports pupils in identifying persuasive features and techniques Encourages rich discussion and critical thinking Accessible and engaging text – no extra knowledge needed Works well as a week-long unit or over a half term Ready to use with no prep – ideal for classroom or intervention groups Learning Objectives Covered: Identify and explain the features of a persuasive leaflet 2–4. Analyse and evaluate the language and structure Identify and compare persuasive features across texts Ideal for: Y3, Y4 Whole-class or group guided reading KS2 literacy lessons or reciprocal reading sessions Search terms: ks2 guided reading persuasive leaflet y3 y4 reciprocal reading lks2 lower key stage 2 reading comprehension ofsted writing features vocabulary adventure park theme park advertising persuasive writing fluency

Ideal for whole-class or small group reading | Casual letters with everyday life themes This 10-lesson guided reading unit explores informal letters. With three varied texts focused on casual, everyday topics, students will delve into the features and language of informal letters, helping them develop their understanding of letter structure and tone. These sessions are designed for whole-class or group reading, with a focus on predicting, clarifying vocabulary, and exploring the content of the letters in detail. What’s included: ✓ 10 fully planned guided reading sessions ✓ 3 informal letter texts based on casual, everyday themes ✓ Vocabulary clarification and prediction tasks ✓ Comprehension questions to explore features, tone, and purpose ✓ Clear learning objectives for each session Why this unit stands out: Focuses on real-world, relatable informal writing Encourages students to explore tone, feelings, and purpose Accessible texts with everyday vocabulary for Y3 and Y4 learners Ideal for building writing and reading comprehension skills Ready to use with no prep – perfect for classroom or intervention groups Learning Objectives Covered: Analyse and compare the features and structure of a letter Infer and explain the writer’s feelings and opinions Understand and summarise the main points of a letter Summarise the main points and write a question based on the text 5–6. Identify and describe the features and content of an informal letter Analyse and compare the tone and purpose of an informal letter Understand and summarise the introduction of an informal letter Infer and explain the writer’s feelings from the body and conclusion of the letter Evaluate and improve the organisation and structure of an informal letter Ideal for: Y3, Y4 Whole-class or group guided reading KS2 literacy lessons or reciprocal reading sessions Search terms: ks2 guided reading informal letters y3 y4 lower key stage 2 reading comprehension writing features tone feelings organisation structure of letter casual letters of everyday life writing evaluation

Ideal for whole-class or small group reading | Focus on school uniform debate This 5-session guided reading unit focuses on the balanced argument structure, with a text centred around the debate on school uniforms. Students will learn how to analyse and evaluate both sides of the argument, using critical thinking and reasoning skills to form their own opinions on the topic. The unit is perfect for exploring persuasive language and argument techniques, and each session is designed to guide students through understanding the features of a balanced argument. What’s included: ✓ 5 fully planned guided reading sessions ✓ A text focusing on reasons for and against school uniforms ✓ Vocabulary clarification and prediction tasks ✓ Comprehension questions focused on structure, language, and argument evaluation ✓ Clear learning objectives for each session Why this unit stands out: Helps students engage with a relevant, real-world issue Focuses on evaluating arguments and forming evidence-based opinions Encourages critical thinking and understanding of persuasive techniques Ideal for building skills in both reading and writing persuasive texts Ready to use with no prep – perfect for classroom or intervention groups Learning Objectives Covered: Identify and explain the features and structure of a balanced argument and express their own opinion on the topic Compare and contrast different points of view on school uniforms and use conjunctions to link ideas Analyse the language and techniques used to present the negative aspects of school uniforms and evaluate the strength of the arguments Evaluate the validity and reliability of the statements in a balanced argument and justify their own opinion Summarise the main points of a balanced argument and write a conclusion that states the writer’s opinion and the reasons for it Ideal for: Y3, Y4 Whole-class or group guided reading KS2 literacy lessons or reciprocal reading sessions Search terms: ks2 guided reading balanced argument school uniforms y3 y4 lower key stage 2 writing comprehension opinion persuasive language evaluating arguments

Ideal for whole-class or small group reading | Focus on fairground setting This 5-session guided reading unit explores setting descriptions, with a focus on a vibrant fairground scene. Students will deepen their understanding of how authors use descriptive language to bring settings to life, analysing and evaluating the language and structure of the text. The unit is perfect for teaching students how to describe settings effectively, using rich vocabulary and sensory details. What’s included: ✓ 5 fully planned guided reading sessions ✓ A text focusing on a descriptive fairground setting ✓ Vocabulary clarification and prediction tasks ✓ Comprehension questions focused on description, language, and setting ✓ Clear learning objectives for each session Why this unit stands out: Helps students understand how to use sensory details in descriptive writing Encourages the exploration of vivid and imaginative language Ideal for building students’ descriptive writing skills and understanding text structure Ready-to-use with no prep – great for whole-class or guided reading groups Learning Objectives Covered: Identify and explain the features of a setting description Analyse and evaluate the language and structure of a setting description Identify and explain the key elements that make up an effective setting description Understand how the author uses language to create a vivid description of the fairground Respond to a descriptive text about a fairground, reflecting on the sensory experience Ideal for: Y3, Y4 Whole-class or group guided reading KS2 literacy lessons or reciprocal reading sessions Search terms: ks2 guided reading setting description fairground y3 y4 lower key stage 2 writing comprehension descriptive language imagery

Ideal for whole-class or small group reading | Focus on a diary entry written by a ghost This 5-session guided reading unit focuses on the structure and features of a diary entry, using an engaging text based on the diary of a ghost. The unit challenges students to infer the writer’s identity from clues in the text, making it a fun and engaging way to explore diary entries. Students will learn how to analyse language, make inferences about the writer’s emotions, and understand the structure of a diary entry. What’s included: ✓ 5 fully planned guided reading sessions ✓ A diary entry text with descriptive language and a twist ✓ Tasks to predict, clarify vocabulary, and explore meaning ✓ Comprehension questions to assess inference, mood, and language use ✓ Clear learning objectives for each session Why this unit stands out: Encourages students to infer emotions and identity through reading Stimulates critical thinking through an unexpected twist (the writer is a ghost) Helps build students’ understanding of diary writing and narrative voice Ideal for fostering creativity as students write their own diary entries from a different perspective Learning Objectives Covered: Understand the features and structure of a diary entry and infer the feelings and motives of the writer Infer the meaning and mood of a diary entry and make predictions based on the text and illustrations Analyse the language and imagery of a diary entry and write a comprehension question based on the text Evaluate the writer’s perspective and feelings in a diary entry and compare it with other diary entries Synthesize the information and ideas from a diary entry and write a creative diary entry from a different perspective Ideal for: Y3, Y4 Whole-class or group guided reading KS2 literacy lessons or reciprocal reading sessions Search terms: ks2 guided reading diary entry ghost y3 y4 lower key stage 2 creative writing comprehension inference mood

Fully resourced for reading, vocabulary building, and character analysis | Ideal for 30–60 minute sessions. This 5-session guided reading unit focuses on character descriptions, using a fairy character as the basis for introducing descriptive vocabulary. Students will read the text together as a class (or in groups), predicting, clarifying vocabulary, and exploring the text’s structure. The unit helps children understand the features of a character description, including how language and punctuation are used to create suspense. It includes a Character Description Toolkit, providing key features for students to apply when writing their own character descriptions at the end of the unit. What’s included: x5 lesson plans x5 PowerPoints Character Description Toolkit Text for group reading Vocabulary clarification activities Writing templates for students Why this unit stands out: Supports students in building descriptive writing skills Engages children in identifying and using key language features in character descriptions Offers a clear structure with differentiated tasks to support all learners Ideal for reciprocal reading sessions and group activities Perfect for: Y3, Y4, LKS2, guided reading sessions, character analysis, descriptive writing Search terms: guided reading, character description, LKS2, Y3, Y4, reciprocal reading, vocabulary, reading comprehension, Ofsted, KS2

This reciprocal reading unit, based on the traditional Iranian story The Magic of Mushkil Gusha, is suitable for Year 3 to Year 6 students. It can be used over a week or across five lessons. The resource provides a unique opportunity to introduce students to Iranian culture through an engaging and thought-provoking text. Ideal for guided reading or home learning, the text and activities are designed to develop key reading skills. What’s Included: ✔ Detailed lesson plans for 5 lessons ✔ PowerPoint presentations for visual support ✔ Text for The Magic of Mushkil Gusha ✔ Activities and comprehension questions for guided reading ✔ Marking and assessment tools Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Starter – Introduce the story and explore the context of Iranian culture. ★ Main Activity – Use reciprocal reading strategies to read the text together, focusing on comprehension, inference, and prediction skills. ★ Plenary – Review the main ideas of the story, discuss the moral lessons, and assess understanding through guided discussion and activities. ★ Home Learning Option – The text and activities are suitable for remote learning or independent study. Why It’s Useful: ✔ Introduces students to a new culture through literature ✔ Builds key reading skills such as comprehension, inference, and prediction ✔ Suitable for both classroom and home learning environments ✔ Teacher-friendly format with all resources provided Suggested Use Cases: Perfect for KS2 guided reading, cultural studies, and remote learning activities. Search Tags: KS2 reading | reciprocal reading | Iranian culture | guided reading | home learning | Year 3 lesson plan | Year 4 reading | Year 5 | Year 6 | cultural education

This 5-lesson unit helps UKS2 students learn how to write playscripts based on Charles Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol. Students will explore key writing and drama skills, including the structure of a playscript, the role of a director, and how to incorporate stage directions. Ideal for Year 5 and Year 6 students, this unit combines creative writing with drama, covering national curriculum objectives. What’s Included: ✔ 5 detailed writing lessons ✔ PowerPoint presentation for each lesson ✔ Worksheet for students with differentiated tasks ✔ WAGOLL (What A Good One Looks Like) playscripts ✔ Playscript of A Christmas Carol ✔ Chapter 1 of A Christmas Carol ✔ Scaffolding planning sheets ✔ Stage photos to describe ✔ Differentiated checklists ✔ Starter grammar activities ✔ Links to videos, images, and websites Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Lesson 1 – Introduction to playscripts: Students identify the key features of a playscript and act out a short scene. ★ Lesson 2 – Planning a playscript: Students plan their playscript using stage directions and consider scene setting. ★ Lesson 3 – Writing the playscript: Students write their own playscripts with a focus on dialogue and stage directions. ★ Lesson 4 – Editing and refining: Students revise their playscripts based on feedback and self-assessment. ★ Lesson 5 – Final performance: Students perform their playscripts in front of the class. Why It’s Useful: ✔ Supports creative writing and drama skills development ✔ Provides clear structure for writing playscripts ✔ Differentiated resources cater to a range of learning abilities ✔ Includes multimedia resources to enrich learning ✔ Easy-to-follow lesson plans save time for teachers Suggested Use Cases: Ideal for UKS2 students learning about playscripts, drama, or A Christmas Carol. Perfect for creative writing lessons, drama activities, or festive-themed lessons during the Christmas period. You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 Christmas Poetry Unit - 3 Lessons, PowerPoints, Resources ☆ KS2 Guided Reading - Haunted Christmas ☆ UKS2 Guided Reading - 'Twas the Night Before Christmas Search Tags: UKS2 writing | A Christmas Carol playscript | Charles Dickens playscript | drama writing UKS2 | Christmas writing lesson | Year 5 writing | Year 6 drama | playscript writing English unit literacy unit

This set of 5 engaging guided reading lessons is based on a text called Haunted Christmas . Ideal for KS2, these lessons are perfect for the last week of term or for spreading across the Autumn term. The resource focuses on comprehension, prediction, and drama, while introducing students to the slightly spooky theme of Christmas. What’s Included: ✔ 5 detailed lesson plans (including Learning Objectives, activities, and key questions) ✔ PowerPoint presentation with images for each lesson ✔ Comprehension questions for discussion ✔ Haunted Christmas text, divided into sections for easy reading and discussion Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Lesson 1 – Introduction to the story: Students describe their first impressions of the text. ★ Lesson 2 – Prediction: Pupils predict what might happen next in the story. ★ Lesson 3 – Drama activity: Students use drama to explore the emotions and feelings of the characters. ★ Lesson 4 – Question creation: Pupils create their own questions about the text to guide further discussion. ★ Lesson 5 – Drama activity (continued): Further exploration of characters’ emotions through drama. Why It’s Useful: ✔ Suitable for both Year 5 and Year 6 students ✔ Includes opportunities for drama and interactive activities ✔ Differentiated resources to support all learners ✔ Focus on comprehension, prediction, and character analysis ✔ Visual aids included to support vocabulary development Suggested Use Cases: Perfect for KS2 guided reading sessions, drama activities, or the lead-up to Christmas. The lessons can be used as part of a festive theme, incorporating reading and emotional exploration, ideal for developing comprehension and drama skills. Search Tags: KS2 guided reading | Haunted Christmas text | Year 5 reading lessons | Year 6 reading activities | Christmas reading | Prediction and comprehension KS2 | Drama activities | Christmas theme KS2

This guided reading unit focuses on the poem ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ by Clement Clarke Moore. Suitable for Year 5 and Year 6 students, the unit is designed to enhance reading skills while engaging pupils with a festive classic. It includes lesson plans, PowerPoints, and a variety of resources to support teaching throughout the Autumn 2 term. What’s Included: ✔ 6 lesson plans (with learning objectives, success criteria, input, activities, plenary, key questions, and resource list) ✔ Accompanying PowerPoint presentation ✔ Thought bubble activity sheet ✔ Poem text ✔ Modern version of the poem Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Lesson 1 – Introduction to the poem and vocabulary building ★ Lesson 2 – Inference skills and identifying hidden meanings ★ Lesson 3 – Prediction activity and understanding story structure ★ Lesson 4 – Explanation of themes and key ideas in the poem ★ Lesson 5 – Retrieval of information and summarising key points ★ Lesson 6 – Review and deeper understanding of the poem’s impact Why It’s Useful: ✔ Develops a range of reading skills including vocabulary, inference, prediction, explanation, retrieval, and summarising ✔ Flexible for use across multiple lessons with a clear structure ✔ Suitable for KS2 and aligned with the VIPERS framework for reading ✔ Includes differentiation opportunities for various learning needs Suggested Use Cases: Ideal for guided reading sessions in KS2 (Year 5 and Year 6), this unit supports a festive, engaging approach to teaching core reading skills. Search Tags: KS2 reading | Guided reading | 'Twas the Night Before Christmas | VIPERS | Year 5 reading | Year 6 reading | Poetry lesson | Autumn term reading

This resource includes a Christmas-themed crossword and codeword puzzle, ideal for a festive activity in the classroom. Suitable for KS2 pupils, the puzzles offer a fun way to reinforce vocabulary and problem-solving skills during the Christmas season. What’s Included: ✔ Christmas crossword puzzle sheet ✔ Christmas codeword puzzle sheet ✔ Answer sheets for both puzzles Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Starter – Introduce the Christmas puzzles as a fun challenge. ★ Main Activity – Pupils complete the crossword and codeword puzzles. ★ Plenary – Review the answers together as a class to check understanding. Why It’s Useful: ✔ Provides an engaging, festive activity for the classroom ✔ Simple yet effective for reinforcing vocabulary and puzzle-solving skills ✔ Great for end-of-term fun or as a quick classroom filler Suggested Use Cases: Ideal for KS2 pupils, Christmas-themed vocabulary practice, group activities, or as a fun end-of-term activity. Search Tags: Christmas crossword | Codeword puzzle | KS2 Christmas activity | Christmas word puzzles | End of term activity

This free Back to School selfie template is a simple and fun activity to help pupils settle into the new school year. Pupils can draw themselves and write about their summer holidays, making it ideal for transition days, welcome activities, or first-week icebreakers across KS1 and KS2. What’s Included: ✔ PDF file with two printable templates ✔ ‘Selfie’ phone template for drawing self-portraits ✔ Writing template for describing summer activities Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Welcome Starter Pupils use the phone template to draw a selfie-style picture Pupils write a short paragraph about what they did over the summer Templates can be shared on displays, in scrapbooks, or kept for transition folders ★ Classroom Activity Great for paired discussions or class introductions Builds confidence and classroom community from the first day Why It’s Useful: ✔ Easy, ready-to-use printable activity for the first day ✔ Supports transition and getting to know pupils ✔ Encourages creativity and self-expression ✔ Suitable for all abilities Suggested Use Cases: Perfect for KS1 and KS2 first day activities, all about me tasks, welcome back sessions, transition mornings, or end of summer reflections. Search Tags: Back to school KS2 | back to school activities | selfie template classroom | all about me activity | transition activity KS1 KS2 | welcome back to school | ice breaker activities KS2