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Boost reading skills for Years 5-6 with 12 exciting extracts from well-loved children's classics. Packed with SATs and 11+ style questions, this book is perfect for building vocabulary, stamina and a love of reading - ideal for school or home learning!Inspire pupils with this vibrant collection of 12 engrossing extracts from the world of classic children's literature. Specially chosen for readers aged 9-11, this book is the ultimate toolkit for building advanced reading comprehension skills - perfect preparation for KS2 SATs, 11+ exams, and for developing a lifelong love of literature.Each extract is paired with expertly crafted questions mapped to the KS2 Reading Content Domains and the National Curriculum, helping pupils tackle tricky vocabulary, explore rich language, and develop the stamina to take on longer texts with confidence.Whether you're a teacher looking to enrich your classroom, a parent supporting learning at home or a tutor preparing for exams, this book offers:High-quality, age-appropriate texts from well-known authorsClear guidance on how to teach each question typeIdeas for weaving these texts into your broader English curriculumSupport for all levels of teaching experience - from NQTs to seasoned educatorsFeatured titles include:Little House in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls WilderThe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C S LewisSwallows and Amazons by Arthur RansomeThe Call of the Wild by Jack LondonThe Hobbit by J R R TolkienAnne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud MontgomeryBlack Beauty by Anna SewellThe Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson BurnettThe Jungle Book by Rudyard KiplingTreasure Island by Robert Louis StevensonTwenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea by Jules VerneA Christmas Carol by Charles DickensWhether you're boosting classroom provision or enriching a home education journey, Developing Reading Comprehension Skills Years 5-6: Classic Children's Literature is a must-have resource that combines classic storytelling with targeted skill-building.Make reading meaningful. Make comprehension powerful. Start today!

Help pupils to ace the KS2 Reading SATs papers. Using a variety of carefully selected classic poems, children are given a greater understanding of poems to enable them to practise each of the eight Reading Content Domain question types that appear in the KS2 Reading SATs papers with confidence.Each of the 12 classic poems is accompanied by eight sets of questions based on the Key Stage 2 (KS2) Reading Content Domains and National Curriculum. The accompanying activities help to guide children through the poems, providing them with opportunities to understand the poet's choice of vocabulary, widen their knowledge of synonyms, develop understanding of challenging language devices and practise their reading comprehension skills. Inference activities help hone inference skills and give an indication of the pupil's depth of understanding of the poem.The clear structure and the author's passion for literature make Developing Reading Comprehension Skills Years 5-6: Classic Poetry invaluable for everyone working on poetry comprehension with 9-10 and 11-12 year old pupils.Support for teachers and parents who are homeschooling is built in with guidance for how to teach the different question types, plus suggestions for embedding these poems in the wider KS2 English curriculum. The teacher resources in this series are suitable for new and recently qualified teachers as well as those who are more experienced and looking to expand the range of texts they use as classroom practice materials for writing and for guided reading.If you are a teacher, tutor or parent looking for a comprehensive resource to enhance reflective reading provision and teaching in your classroom or to support home education, this is exactly what you need.The book contains the following classic poetry:Night Clouds by Amy LowellAn Autumn Evening by Lucy Maud MontgomeryIn Flanders Fields by John McCraeLeisure by W.H. DaviesIn the Bleak Midwinter by Christina RossettiThe Way Through the Woods by Rudyard Kipling"Hope" is the Thing with Feathers by Emily DickinsonThe Highwayman by Alfred NoyesThe Listeners by Walter de la MareNorth of Time by Rachel FieldThe Tyger by William BlakeA Musical Instrument by Elizabeth Barrett BrowningThis book is one book in the series of 8 Developing Reading Comprehension Skills . and a companion for Classic Children's Literature, Years 5-6.The other books are:Classic Children's Literature, Years 5-6Classic Children's Literature, Years 3-4Classic Poetry, Years 3-4Contemporary Children's Literature, Years 5-6Contemporary Children's Literature, Years 3-4Non-fiction, Years 5-6Non-fiction, Years 3-4

Contains 12 high-quality extracts from classic children's stories and is perfect for developing reading strategies as children move through Key Stage Two.Each of the extracts from classic children's literature is accompanied by eight sets of questions based on the Key Stage 2 (KS2) Reading Content Domains and National Curriculum. This reading workbook for Years 3 and 4 provides opportunities for children to study more complex vocabulary and so build their own. They can also explore how the authors language effects their readers whilst developing endurance for longer passages. Inference activities show the depth of children's understanding of the extracts.The clear structure and the author's passion for literature make Developing Reading Comprehension Skills Years 3-4: Classic Children's Literature invaluable for everyone working on literacy development with 7-8 and 9-10 year olds.Support for teachers, and parents who are homeschooling, is built in with guidance for how to teach the different question types, plus suggestions for embedding these texts in the wider KS2 English curriculum. These resources are suitable for new and recently qualified teachers as well as those who are more experienced and wanting to expand the range of texts they use as classroom practice materials and for guided reading.If you are a teacher, tutor or parent looking for a comprehensive teacher resource to enhance reflective reading and support teaching in your classroom or home education, this is exactly what you need. Look for other books in the Developing Reading Comprehension Skills series, including Years 5-6: Classic Children's Literature, Years 3-4: Classic Poetry and Years 5-6: Classic Poetry.This book contains extracts from the following classic novels:The Tale of Jemima Puddle-duck by Beatrix PotterThe Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank BaumAlice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis CarrollThe Story of Dr Dolittle by Hugh LoftingLittle House on the Prairie byLaura Ingalls WilderThe Velveteen Rabbit by Margery WilliamsThe Magic Bedknob by Mary NortonThe Railway Children by E. NesbitPeter Pan by J. M. BarrieThe Nutcracker and the Mouse-King by E. T. A. HoffmannThe Wind in the Willows by Kenneth GrahameThe Prince and the Pauper by Mark TwainThis is one book in a series of 8 Developing Reading Comprehension Skills .The other books are:Classic Children's Literature, Years 5-6Classic Poetry, Years 5-6Classic Poetry, Years 3-4Contemporary Children's Literature, Years 5-6Contemporary Children's Literature, Years 3-4Non-fiction, Years 5-6Non-fiction, Years 3-4

Boost reading skills for Years 3-4 with 12 classic poems, each with SATs-style questions. Perfect for building vocabulary, comprehension and reading stamina at school or home.Inspire a love of poetry with this carefully chosen collection of 12 poems by well-known poets. Designed specifically for children aged 7-9, this book helps young readers grow in confidence as they develop key comprehension strategies and learn the skills needed to appreciate and love poetry.Each poem is paired with expertly structured questions, aligned with the Key Stage 2 Reading Content Domains and the National Curriculum, helping pupils:Understand the poet's choice of vocabularyWiden their knowledge of synonymsDevelop an understanding of the language devices used in poetryWhether you're a teacher enhancing classroom provision, a parent supporting learning at home, or a tutor preparing students for success, this resource is a powerful tool for supporting progress across Years 3 and 4.Inside you'll find:Step-by-step support for teaching key question typesPractical suggestions for embedding texts into wider English learningA clear, accessible structure ideal for new and experienced educators alikeEnjoy sharing the following classic poems with young readers:Boats Sail on the Rivers by Christina RossettiMy Shadow by Robert Louis StevensonBuckingham Palace by A.A. MilneThe Owl and the Pussy-Cat by Edward LearA Visit from St Nicholas by Clement Clarke MooreThe Eagle by Alfred, Lord TennysonThe Bronze Legacy by Effie Lee NewsomeSomething Told the Wild Geese by Rachel FieldA Bird Came Down the Walk by Emily DickinsonThe Cloud-Mobile by May SwensonThe Flower-Fed Buffaloes by Vachel LindsayNight by Lucy Maud MontgomeryWhether you're teaching in school or educating at home, Developing Reading Comprehension Skills Years 3-4: Classic Poetry offers the perfect blend of classic poems and focused skill-building.Inspire young readers. Build key skills. Develop a love of poetry.

Boost reading skills for Years 5-6 with 12 exciting extracts from top contemporary children's books. Packed with SATs and 11+ style questions, this book is perfect for building vocabulary, stamina and a love of reading - ideal for school or home learning!Bring reading to life with this vibrant collection of 12 gripping extracts from some of today's most exciting children's authors! Specially chosen for readers aged 9-11, this book is the ultimate toolkit for building advanced reading comprehension skills - perfect preparation for KS2 SATs, 11+ exams, and for developing a lifelong love of literature.Each extract is paired with expertly crafted questions mapped to the KS2 Reading Content Domains and the National Curriculum, helping pupils tackle tricky vocabulary, explore rich language, and develop the stamina to take on longer texts with confidence.Whether you're a teacher looking to enrich your classroom, a parent supporting learning at home or a tutor preparing for exams, this book offers:High-quality, age-appropriate texts from award-winning contemporary authorsClear guidance on how to teach each question typeIdeas for weaving these texts into your broader English curriculumSupport for all levels of teaching experience - from NQTs to seasoned educatorsFeatured titles include:The Invasion of Crooked Oak by Dan SmithDarwin's Dragons by Lindsay GalvinLori and Max and the Book Thieves by Catherine O'FlynnLetters from the Lighthouse by Emma CarrollDragon Mountain by Katie and Kevin TsangOctober, October by Katya BalenThe Mask of Aribella by Anna HoghtonThe Haunting of Aveline Jones by Phil HickesA Kind of Spark by Elle McNicollThe Hungry Ghost by H.S. NorupThe Vanishing Trick by Jenni SpanglerAsha and the Spirit Bird by Jasbinder BilanWhether you're boosting classroom provision or enriching a home education journey, Developing Reading Comprehension Skills Years 5-6: Contemporary Children's Literature is a must-have resource that combines modern storytelling with targeted skill-building.Make reading meaningful. Make comprehension powerful. Start today!

Boost reading skills for Years 3-4 with 12 exciting extracts from popular contemporary children's books, each with SATs-style questions. Perfect for building vocabulary, comprehension and reading stamina at school or home.Spark curiosity and build strong reading foundations with this carefully curated collection of 12 captivating extracts from popular contemporary children's novels. Designed specifically for children aged 7-9, this book helps young readers grow in confidence as they develop key comprehension strategies through engaging, age-appropriate fiction.Each extract is paired with expertly structured questions, aligned with the Key Stage 2 Reading Content Domains and the National Curriculum, helping pupils:Tackle new and challenging vocabularyUnderstand how authors create meaningBuild reading stamina for longer textsWhether you're a teacher enhancing classroom provision, a parent supporting learning at home, or a tutor preparing students for success, this resource is a powerful tool for supporting progress across Years 3 and 4.Inside you'll find:Step-by-step support for teaching key question typesPractical suggestions for embedding texts into wider English learningA clear, accessible structure ideal for new and experienced educators alikeFeatured texts include:A Chase in Time by Sally NichollsSWOP The Satsuma-sized Secret by Lucy NogueraFrost by Holly WebbAgent Zaiba Investigates: The Missing Diamonds by Annabelle SamiVarjak Paw by S.F. SaidThe Griffin Gate by Vashti HardyDaisy and the Unknown Warrior by Tony BradmanStarfell: Willow Moss and the Lost Day by Dominique ValenteThe Land of Roar by Jenny McLachlanSky Pirates: Echo Quickthorn and the Great Beyond by Alex EnglishThe Highland Falcon Thief by M.G. Leonard and Sam SedgmanThe Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Q. RaúfWhether you're teaching in school or educating at home, Developing Reading Comprehension Skills Years 3-4: Contemporary Children's Literature offers the perfect blend of modern storytelling and focused skill-building.Inspire young readers. Build key skills. Start their reading journey here.

Boost reading skills for Years 5-6 with 12 high-quality, authentic non-fiction passages. Perfect for SAT and 11+ preparation, this book will build vocabulary, stamina and a love of reading - ideal for school or home learning!Bring reading to life with this vibrant collection of 12 non-fiction articles, especially chosen for readers aged 9-11. Articles range from endangered animals and saving the environment to meteorites and unbelievable jobs - so there is sure to be something to interest all readers.This book is the ultimate toolkit for building advanced reading comprehension skills - perfect preparation for KS2 SATs, 11+ exams, and for developing a lifelong interest in learning through reading.Each article is paired with expertly structured questions, aligned with the Key Stage 2 Reading Content Domains and the National Curriculum, helping pupils:Tackle new and challenging vocabularyUnderstand how authors impact their readersBuild reading stamina for longer textsWhether you're a teacher enhancing classroom provision, a parent supporting learning at home, or a tutor preparing students for success, this resource is a powerful tool for supporting progress across Years 5 and 6.If you're looking for a comprehensive resource to enhance reading provision, this book is exactly what you need.The articles in this book are:The High-flying Life-savers (Air ambulance, charities, STEM)Couscous salad (Recipe, healthy eating, instructions)Rare Wildcats Make a Comeback (Animals, conservation, environment)Should the UK Ban Short Domestic Flights? (Environment, pollution, debate, discussion)The Discovery that Changed History (History, Anglo Saxons, archaeology)Six Unbelievable Jobs (Jobs, careers, future, PSHE)The Importance of Empathy (Empathy, kindness, friendship, PSHE)Fallen Space Rock Found (Space, science, STEM)The Rise of Real-life Robots (STEM, robots, history)'Noah's Ark for Plants' Turns 20 (Environment, plants, conservation)The Composer Who Brought Joy (Music, Beethoven, biography)The Pilot Who Left a Trail of Mystery (Flight, Amelia Earhart, biography)

Boost reading skills for Years 3-4 with 12 high-quality, authentic non-fiction passages. Perfect for developing reading strategies as children move through Key Stage 2.Spark curiosity and build strong reading foundations with this carefully curated collection of 12 captivating articles dealing with topics that will grab children's attention. Articles range from dog training and dinosaurs to football and space exploration - so there is sure to be something to interest all readers.Designed specifically for children aged 7-9, this book helps young readers to grow in confidence as they experience a range of non-fiction text types and develop key comprehension strategies.Each article is paired with expertly structured questions, aligned with the Key Stage 2 Reading Content Domains and the National Curriculum, helping pupils:Tackle new and challenging vocabularyUnderstand how authors impact their readersBuild reading stamina for longer textsWhether you're a teacher enhancing classroom provision, a parent supporting learning at home, or a tutor preparing students for success, this resource is a powerful tool for supporting progress across Years 3 and 4.Make reading meaningful. Spark children's imaginations. Start today! The titles and themes of the articles in this book are:Dog Training (Relationships, pets, skills)Shooting for the Olympics (Women's football, Summer Olympics)Fruit Crumble (Recipe, healthy eating, instructions)The Brains Behind Legoland's Bricks (Jobs, Lego, biography)Paddle Boarding (Sport, leisure, PSHE)The Secrets of Sleep (Health, well-being, PSHE)Are Video Games Good for Us (Video games, mental health, PSHE)Look After Yourself Online (Internet safety, PSHE)Dino Giant Stuns Scientists (Dinosaurs, archaeology)Mount Etna's Spectacular Show (Geography, volcanoes)A Human Home Amongst the Stars (Space, science, STEM, biography)Is This the World's Smallest Reptile? (Science, animals, rainforests, environment, conservation)

Help pupils to develop reading comprehension skills in Key Stage 1 and ensure a successful transition to Year 3, using this exciting collection of poems and extracts from children's stories.The book provides a gentle introduction to more formal comprehension while introducing children to 20 engaging fiction texts and poems which will encourage a love of reading. For each poem and extract, thought-provoking questions help pupils gain an understanding of all the Key Stage 1 question types: retrieval, inference, vocabulary, sequencing and prediction.The clear structure and the author's passion for teaching children to read critically make Developing Reading Comprehension Skills Year 2: Fiction and Poetry invaluable for everyone working with 5-6 year olds. Support for teachers and parents is built in with guidance for how to teach the different question types, plus suggestions for embedding these texts in the wider English curriculum.Featured texts and poems include:The Man with the Top Hat (Captain Whiskers) by Jeremy StrongThe Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix PotterThe Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark by Jill TomlinsonMidnight Magic: Mirror Mischief by Michelle HarrisonWillow Wildthing and the Magic Spell by Gill LewisDo Not Disturb the Dragons by Michelle RobinsonThe Worst Witch by Jill MurphyBe Nice to Aunt Emma by Anne FineSky by Holly WebbHarley Hitch and the Iron Forest by Vashti HardyThe Mermaid at the Shoe by Nick SharrattCat in the Dark by Margaret MahyMumbling Bees by Daphne ListerFlying Machine by Hilda OffenThe Store Full of Magical Things by Rutendo TavengerweiFebruary by A.F. HarroldRiver Lullaby by Matt GoodfellowFootball Boots by Peter BunzlMy Gran Visits England by Grace NicholsThe Greatest Gift by Maz EvansIf you are looking for a comprehensive resource to enhance reading provision and teaching in the classroom or to support home education, Developing Reading Comprehension Skills, Year 2: Fiction and Poetry is exactly what you need.Inspire a love of reading. Develop comprehension skills. Build confidence.

Help pupils to develop the skills needed in Key Stage 1 to read non-fiction using this collection of carefully selected articles. Ensure a smooth transition to Year 3.Developing Reading Comprehension Skills Year 2: Non-fiction provides a gentle introduction to more formal comprehension with 22 high-quality authentic non-fiction texts which will inspire children and help them to see that reading has a purpose.Each of the texts is accompanied by carefully chosen questions to help pupils develop an understanding of all the Key Stage 1 question types: retrieval, inference, vocabulary, sequencing and prediction.The clear structure and the author's passion for teaching children to read critically make Developing Reading Comprehension Skills Year 2: Non-fiction invaluable for everyone working with 6-7 year olds. Support for teachers and parents is built in with guidance for how to teach the different question types, plus suggestions for embedding these texts in the wider English curriculum.Children will love discovering new facts when reading the extracts in this book:Fantastic Book Feast by Katherine HalliganToasty Cinnamon Stars by Katherine HalliganA Day in the Life of a Bee by Mike Barfield and Jess BradleyA Day in the Life of an Iceberg by Mark Barfield and Jess BradleyFacts About Pets by Sally Symes and Stephanie Warren DrimmerScience Fun by Kate HeapInterview with a Narwhal by Andy Seed10 Terrifying T.Rex Facts! from National Geographic KidsCoastlines by Dr Jess FrenchSounds of the Wild by Moira ButterfieldRemember, Remember. Hedgehogs by Anna WilsonSetting up Camp in the Mountains by Goldie HawkOlympic Sports: Hockey by Scott Allen10 Facts About Space from National Geographic KidsLet's Fight Fire by Caroline BinghamAir Attack by Caroline BinghamOlympic Sports: Triathlon by Scott AllenPollution Problems by Anna ClaybourneThe Great Fire of London by Liz GogerlyBears on the Brink by Patricia HegartyGrace Darling by Christine BellMary Anning by Maria Isabel Sánchez VegaraIf you are looking for a comprehensive resource to enhance reading provision and teaching in the classroom or to support home education, Developing Reading Comprehension Skills, Year 2: Non-fiction is exactly what you need.Introduce pupils to non-fiction. Show that reading has a purpose. Inspire learning!