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Exam Board: CEM Level & Subject: 11+ CEM tests Suitable for the 2025 tests Challenging 11+ activities and practice questions for the CEM testGive your child the edge in the 11+ test with the all-new Stretch and Challenge Activities and Tests pack from Collins. Perfectly matched to the CEM 11+ test and written by our expert author team of 11+ tutors, this book gives your child plenty of opportunities to practise skills and questions with added difficulty to prepare them not only for the 11+ test, but also for entry to grammar school. Topic-based activities and practice papers with more challenging questions to stretch and challenge children and give them the edgeMixed high-ability practice question tests aimed at children aged 10-11 working at a higher levelAll in one title for CEM with coverage of all topic areasNew up to date questions and tests written by an expert author team of tutorsBuild confidence through skills-based practice activities to raise attainmentDesigned for independent practice or during sessions with tutors and parentsEasy to use with clear signposting of activities and answers at the backPlenty of activities for students to completePerfect preparation for grammar schoolAdditional free content – video tutorials, blogs with tips and advice for parents available on the Collins 11+ website

This box of comprehension cards covers:High-interest shortpassages of text along with four comprehension questionsthat prompt students to identify and effectively cite textevidenceA variety of genresComprehension-helpercards that provide kid-friendly definitions, tips,and examples to help students master reading skillsOneach of the 100 text cards there is a passageof age-appropriate text with an illustration and four comprehensionquestions related to the passage. The 10 different questionstypes in this fiction box are: Cause and Effect- Questions focused on an event or action that makes something happenin a story and the result or consequence of that event or action. Character - Questions focused on the characters ofa story Details - Literal questions, which you may rememberfrom reading the text and can answer straight away. Questionsto show that you have read/understood the text.Inference- Questions focused on drawing a conclusion based on clues inthe text and your own background knowledge.Prediction -Questions focused on using what you know from the text to make asensible guess about what will happen later on in a story.Problemand Solution - Questions focused on the main problem ofa story and the solution to, or outcome of, the problem or conflict.Not all resolutions are happy ones.Sequence of Events- Questions focused on the plot and the order of events in aplot (beginning, middle, end)Setting - Questions focusedon the settings of a story. Text Evidence - Questions focusedon exact words, phrases or sentences in a text that provideinformation, answer a question or support a claim. Vocabulary- Questions focused on hints that readers use to work outthe meaning of an unknown word in a text. Context clues can comebefore or after the unknown word. The fourth questionon each card will be a S-T-R-E-T-C-H question, a creativethinking question such as writing sentences using words/phrasesfrom the story, describing something from the story, explainingwhat might happen next, describing a real-life event that's connectedto the story, asking an opinion on the story or characterfrom the story.Age-appropriate helper cards providebackground information to help children respond knowledgeably tothe comprehension questions. There are 11 helper cards inthis box covering: Cause and EffectCharacterDetailsFictionTextInferencePredictionProblemand SolutionSequence of EventsSettingTextEvidenceVocabularyAlsoincludes a Teacher's Booklet to provide ideas on howto use the cards and answers.

This box of comprehension cards covers:High-interest shortpassages of text along with four comprehension questionsthat prompt students to identify and effectively cite textevidenceA variety of genresComprehension-helpercards that provide kid-friendly definitions, tips,and examples to help students master reading skillsOneach of the 100 text cards there is a passageof age-appropriate text with an illustration and four comprehensionquestions related to the passage. The 10 different questionstypes in this non-fiction box are:Cause and Effect- Questions focused on an event or action that makes somethinghappen in a story and the result or consequence of that event oraction. Description - Questions focused on when words areused to create a 'picture' in the mind.Details - Literalquestions, which you may remember from reading the text andcan answer straight away. Questions to show that you have read/understoodthe text.Main Idea - Questions focused on the bigidea or message of a story. A theme is conveyed by title, settingand symbols. It can also be conveyed by how its characters act,learn and change.Problem and Solution - Questions focusedon the main problem of a story and the solution to, or outcomeof, the problem or conflict. Not all resolutions are happy ones.Questionsyou would ask the author - Questions focusedon the reason the author chose to write a text. Authors may writewith more than one purpose in mind.Sequence of Events- Questions focused on the plot and the order of events in a plot(beginning, middle, end).Similarities and Differences- Questions focused on looking closely at two or more things (characters,settings, plots, etc.) to see how they are similar. Andlooking closely at two or more things to see how they are different.SummariseVocabulary - Questions focused onhints that readers use to work out the meaning of an unknown wordin a text. Context clues can come before or after the unknown word.The fourth question on each card will be a S-T-R-E-T-C-Hquestion, a creative thinking question such as writingsentences using words/phrases from the story, describing somethingfrom the story, explaining what might happen next, describinga real-life event that's connected to the story, asking anopinion on the story or character from the story.Age-appropriatehelper cards provide background information to helpchildren respond knowledgeably to the comprehension questions. Thereare 14 helper cards in this box covering:Causeand effectCompare and contrastContext cluesDebateDescriptionDetailsceInformationtextMain idea and detailsProblemand solutionSequence of eventsSummariseTextevidenceVocabularyAlso includesa Teacher's Booklet to provide ideas on how to use thecards and answers.

Level up for Secondary - maths, English and reading workbook.Secure foundations; build on knowledgeLevel Up for Secondary School is designed for childrenaged 10 to 12 who want to feel ready, prepared and positive aboutstarting secondary school. Packed with engaging activities, it helpslearners secure key Year 6 skills and take the next step towardsYear 7 success. Perfect for using over the summer holidays or in the first weeksof Year 7, this workbook reinforces essential knowledge to givelearners the confidence to move up a level in their education. Focused practice activities to stretch and develop understandingCovers key English skills including activities for reading, grammar,punctuation and spellingStrengthens maths skills to help solidify foundational knowledgefor areas such as ratio, algebra and many more.  Pair with... Moving Up by Christian Foley.Whether you're heading to secondary school next year or you'vejust started and are still adjusting, Moving Up ishere to help you on your journey. From day one to your final exams,Moving Up is the perfect guidebook to help you feel confident,make good friends and achieve great things! Please note that Level Up for Secondary School waspreviously published as separate subject workbooks for Year 6 (Reading/ Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling / Maths) in the SATsChallenge series.

"A really useful classroom resource." Mrs J. Holloway,Amazon customer.Help children master core English skillsrequired for success at school and beyond. Matched to the curriculum,our acclaimed Scholastic English Skills seriesis full of easy ways to teach the essentials. An idealEnglish toolkit for the primary yearsGets children speaking,reading and writing confidentlyTackles common problemsthat hold back progressSaves time with inspiring ready-madelesson ideas, activities and postersIncludes detailedbackground knowledge and teacher notesThe CD-ROMcontains interactive activities for the whiteboard, perfect forstarter or plenary activitiesThis spelling and vocabularyteacher's book covers rules and exceptions, prefixes andsuffixes, tricky spellings, formal and informal language and muchmore. A linked pupil workbook is also available.

Subject: Spelling and VocabularyType: WorkbookAges: 10-11 "Excellent book. I am tutoring and have found it extremelyuseful." Amazon customerThis workbook helps to break down the skills children need tomaster to meet their curriculum objectives in a clear and fuss-freeway. It supports children to develop their their their spellingskills through fun and engaging activities. Covering rules andexceptions, prefixes and suffixes, tricky spellings, formal and informallanguage and much more Practice activities to use at home or in schoolMatched to National Curriculum requirementsQuickly builds confidence and understandingIncludes extra notes and tips to reinforce skillsAll answers available online Please visit www.scholastic.co.uk/learn-at-home for more informationand to see other titles in this series.

Subject: Grammar, Punctuation and SpellingType: WorkbookAges: 10-11 Boost your results with targeted preparation for the Year 6 NationalTestsThis catch-up workbook with targeted support is perfect for boostingthe confidence of your child in the weeks and months beforethe Year 6 National Tests.With revision and practice sections that focus on the tricky topics,you can be sure that when it comes to the real thing, they'llbe ready for lift off!This essential workbook includes: Skills checks and 'Top tips' provide the informationyou need to succeed100s of practice questions covering key English skillsProgress chart to identify gaps in knowledge and thenfill them! Please note that this title was previously published as theYear 6 Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling Workbook in the NationalCurriculum SATs Booster Programme. Please visit www.scholastic.co.uk/learn-at-home for more informationand to see other titles in this series.

Just like the real thing - only shorter! Help your child prepare for the SATS with these bite-sized Nationaltest papers. This book offers 10 complete Grammar and Punctuationtests and 10 Spelling tests in a flexible format for use at anytime of the day. Question types and mark schemes match the formatof the National tests and offer an authentic SATs experience. A handy progress chart is also supplied to give you some indicationof the scores your child is likely to attain.

Just like the real thing - only shorter! Help your child prepare for the SATS with these bite-sized Nationaltest papers. This book offers 10 complete Grammar and Punctuationtests and 10 Spelling tests in a flexible format for use at anytime of the day. Question types and mark schemes match the formatof the National tests and offer an authentic SATs experience. A handy progress chart is also supplied to give you some indicationof the scores your child is likely to attain.

Just like the real thing - only shorter!Help your child prepare for the SATS with these bite-sized Nationaltest papers. This book offers: 10 complete Grammar and Punctuation tests10 complete Spelling testsSpelling tests come with transcripts though online audio versionsare also available.Question types and mark schemesmatch the format of the National tests and offer an authentic SATsexperience.  Question types and mark schemes match the format of the Nationaltests and offer an authentic SATs experience, though the flexibleformat allows them to be used at any time of the day. A handy progress chart is also supplied to give you some indicationof the scores your child is likely to attain,

Challenge confident learners and stretch them to theirfull potential with further SATs English activities!Our SATs Challenge: Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling Workbookpupil workbook is packed with fun activities to engage highachievers and extend their skills even further.This book includes: Targeted activities to stretch confident learners who are workingat a greater depthPerfect for use at home or in the classroom as part of our SATsChallenge programmeMotivates children with challenging activities that let themdemonstrate their masteryMakes it easy to meet the needs of able learners in mixed-abilitygroupsCovers key English skills Please note that this title was previously published as theYear 6 Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling Workbook in the SATs Challengeseries. Please visit www.scholastic.co.uk/learn-at-home for more informationand to see other titles in this series.Subject: Grammar, Punctuation & SpellingType: WorkbookAges: 10-11

Just like the real thing - only shorter! Matched to theformat of the actual National Tests, our quick-fire mini practicetests offer an authentic SATs experience in a time-saving andflexible format.Track progress with 10-minute skills checks! You'll find 10 minitests in each series book, covering must-know National Test topics.A great way to build confidence, track progress and identifygaps in children's learning, all in a handy mini format that slotsneatly into your day.This test book offers: Bite-size SATs practice tests which take just 10 minutes to complete(x2 for reading, maths, and phonics and x3 for grammar, punctuationand spelling)Question types and mark schemes matched to the real test formatA simple way to check children's understanding of key topicsFull answers along with a progress chart to help identify anygaps in learning and track improvement. If you want more quick tests please try the other titles inthe 10-Minute Tests series. Please visit www.scholastic.co.uk/learn-at-homefor more information. Subject: Grammar, Reading & MathsType: Quick TestsAges: 5-6

Subject: Grammar, Reading & MathsType: Quick TestsAges: 6-7 Track progress with 10-minute skills checks!These bite-sized test papers offer: 4 complete reading quick tests which include fiction and non-fictiontexts.3 complete grammar, punctuation and spelling quick tests2 complete maths sets (each set contains 2 quick tests) Full answers are provided along with a progress chart to helpidentify any gaps in learning and track improvement. If you want more quick tests please try the other titles inthe 10-Minute Tests series.Please visit www.scholastic.co.uk/learn-at-home for more information.

Just like the real thing - only shorter! Matched to theformat of the actual National Tests, our quick-fire mini practicetests offer an authentic SATs experience in a time-saving andflexible format.Track progress with 10-minute skills checks! You'll find 10 minitests in each series book, covering must-know National Test topics.A great way to build confidence, track progress and identifygaps in children's learning, all in a handy mini format that slotsneatly into your day.This test book offers: Bite-size SATs practice tests which take just 10 minutes to complete(x3 for reading, maths, and grammar, punctuation and spelling)Question types and mark schemes matched to the real test formatA simple way to check children's understanding of key topicsFull answers along with a progress chart to help identify anygaps in learning and track improvement. If you want more quick tests please try the other titles inthe 10-Minute Tests series. Please visit www.scholastic.co.uk/learn-at-homefor more information. Subject: Grammar, Reading & MathsType: Quick TestsAges: 7-8

Subject: Grammar, Reading & MathsType: Quick TestsAges: 8-9 Track progress with 10-minute skills checks!These bite-sized test papers offer: 3 complete reading quick tests which include fiction and non-fictiontexts.3 complete grammar, punctuation and spelling quick tests3 complete maths sets (each set contains 2 quick tests) Full answers are provided along with a progress chart to helpidentify any gaps in learning and track improvement. If you want more quick tests please try the other titles inthe 10-Minute Tests series.Please visit www.scholastic.co.uk/learn-at-home for more information.

Subject: Grammar, Reading & MathsType: Quick TestsAges: 9-10 Track progress with 10-minute skills checks!These bite-sized test papers offer: 3 complete reading quick tests which include fiction and non-fictiontexts.3 complete grammar, punctuation and spelling quick tests3 complete maths sets (each set contains 2 quick tests) Full answers are provided along with a progress chart to helpidentify any gaps in learning and track improvement. If you want more quick tests please try the other titles inthe 10-Minute Tests series.Please visit www.scholastic.co.uk/learn-at-home for more information.

Subject: Grammar, Reading & MathsType: Quick TestsAges: 10-11 Track progress with 10-minute skills checks!Help your child prepare with these bite-sized national test papers.This book offers: 3 complete reading quick tests which include fiction and non-fictiontexts.3 complete grammar, punctuation and spelling quick tests2 complete maths sets (each set contains 3 quick tests) Question types and mark schemes match the format of the nationaltests and offer an authentic experience, though the flexible formatallows them to be used at any time of the day.Full answers are provided along with a progress chart to helpidentify any gaps in learning and track improvement. If you want more quick tests please try the other titles inthe 10-Minute Tests series.Please visit www.scholastic.co.uk/learn-at-home for more information.