This resource really helped me teach reading and writing to my Year 1 class. I’ve included a planning overview and learning objectives. The resources are in sequential order and include worksheets and Smartboard resources to help teach each lesson. For more resources visit my shop Join the Bitesize Education Community to receive news, special offers and freebies!

Explore the Types of Rocks with this Earth Science Reading Pack! Take your class on a journey beneath the surface of the Earth with this engaging reading pack all about rocks! Pupils will learn how igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks are formed, how to spot the differences between them, and where they can be found in the world around us. A perfect blend of science and reading to support curiosity, vocabulary, and comprehension. Perfect for Year 3 and 4 learners, this engaging and educational pack is filled with activities designed to strengthen reading comprehension, build vocabulary, and develop retrieval and inference skills. This versatile resource is ideal for whole-class lessons, small groups, or independent activities. Use it for warm-ups, guided reading, homework, interventions or assessments. Whether you’re focusing on fluency, retrieval, or inference, this pack has everything you need to support your teaching goals. WHAT’S INCLUDED: 2 Pages Text (Dyslexia friendly font) 2 Pages of Comprehension Questions “Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages) Extension Activities 5 Lesson Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages) 5 Lesson Lesson Plan and Research based theory Audio Support for the Text Answer Keys Provided! PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING If you have questions do not hesitate in emailing me at: Bitesize Education Transform your lessons and inspire your students with these Different Types of Rocks lessons. For more resources, visit my Bitesize Education Shop.

A Day at Sea, The Football Game, and Baking with Mum—introduce young readers to simple, relatable everyday experiences. These stories explore themes of adventure, teamwork, and family bonding in a language that is easy for Year 1 children to understand. Each story focuses on activities that children might encounter in their own lives, such as spending time with family, playing games, and helping in the kitchen. The stories are designed with vocabulary that supports early reading skills, including high-frequency words and simple sentence structures. This helps children build confidence in reading while also expanding their understanding of new words in context. Each story encourages positive emotions, like pride, cooperation, and happiness, making these relatable tales both enjoyable and meaningful for young readers. For other great resources visit: Bitesize Education I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources. Please complete this form to share your thoughts. Feedback

Learn About VE Day with this Reflective and Inspiring Reading Pack Mark a moment in history with this meaningful reading pack all about VE Day—Victory in Europe Day. Pupils will explore what World War Two was like, why 8th May 1945 was so important, and how people continue to remember it today. With clear explanations and real-life reflections, this resource helps children understand remembrance, resilience, and the importance of peace. Perfect for Year 3 and 4 learners, this engaging and educational pack is filled with activities designed to strengthen reading comprehension, build vocabulary, and develop retrieval and inference skills. This versatile resource is ideal for whole-class lessons, small groups, or independent activities. Use it for warm-ups, guided reading, homework, interventions or assessments. Whether you’re focusing on fluency, retrieval, or inference, this pack has everything you need to support your teaching goals. WHAT’S INCLUDED: 2 Pages Text (Dyslexia friendly font) 2 Pages of Comprehension Questions “Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages) Extension Activities 5 Lesson Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages) 5 Day Lesson Plan and Research based theory Audio Support for the Text Answer Keys Provided! Now includes an Assessment Track! PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING Can’t find what you are looking for? Request a reading resource by emailing me at: bitesizeeducation01@gmail.com Thank you for visiting The Bitesize Education Shop, I would love for you to become a follower. The Bitesize Education followers receive new product information and discounts on any new items! For updates on new products, exclusive discounts, freebies and receive a monthly newsletter consider signing up with Bitesize Education and for a limited time get a free gift.

Meet Pope Leo XIV with this Inspiring Reading Pack: A New Chapter for the Catholic Church Introduce your pupils to a moment of history with this reading pack all about Pope Leo XIV—the first American pope. Learn about his early life, his work in Peru, and the message of peace and hope he brings to the Catholic Church. Perfect for RE, current events, and values education, this resource celebrates leadership, kindness, and global unity. Perfect for Year 3 and 4 learners, this engaging and educational pack is filled with activities designed to strengthen reading comprehension, build vocabulary, and develop retrieval and inference skills. This versatile resource is ideal for whole-class lessons, small groups, or independent activities. Use it for warm-ups, guided reading, homework, interventions or assessments. Whether you’re focusing on fluency, retrieval, or inference, this pack has everything you need to support your teaching goals. WHAT’S INCLUDED: 2 Pages Text (Dyslexia friendly font) 2 Pages of Comprehension Questions “Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages) Extension Activities 5 Lesson Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages) 5 Day Lesson Plan and Research based theory Audio Support for the Text Answer Keys Provided! Now includes an Assessment Track! PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING Can’t find what you are looking for? Request a reading resource by emailing me at: bitesizeeducation01@gmail.com Thank you for visiting The Bitesize Education Shop, I would love for you to become a follower. The Bitesize Education followers receive new product information and discounts on any new items! For updates on new products, exclusive discounts, freebies and receive a monthly newsletter consider signing up with Bitesize Education and for a limited time get a free gift.

This unit worked really well with my class and the children (especially the boys) loved writing instructions for Bee-bot and how to draw an owl. Differentiated tasks and helpful presentations, notebooks and unit plan to help deliver the unit. For more resources visit my shop Join the Bitesize Education Community to receive news, special offers and freebies!

The Bronze Package These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about The Roman Empire and Joining the Roman Army whilst still developing their comprehension skills. Included in the Bronze Pack: • A Text • A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions • An extension activity • An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ These resources are great for: • In class learning • The Reading Corner • Independent work • Homework • Guided reading sessions • Assessment practice • Reading interventions • Emergency sub plans The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers. For other great resources visit: Bitesize Education I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources. Please complete this form to share your thoughts. Feedback

Boost Your Students’ Reading Fluency with “Fluency Fast Track”! What is Fluency Fast Track? A transformative resource designed to develop your students’ reading fluency over time. Whether used in the classroom or as an intervention tool, this resource will help students enhance accuracy, expression, and confidence in their reading. How It Works (Daily Routine): Model Fluent Reading (1 Minute): The teacher reads the extract aloud while students follow along with their own copies. The goal? To model expression, intonation, and accurate pronunciation. Peer Reading & Feedback (1 Minute): Students pair up—Child ‘A’ reads aloud, while Child ‘B’ listens and provides constructive feedback based on your demonstration. Switch Roles (2-3 Minutes): Roles reverse, giving both children a chance to practise reading aloud and to listen actively. Summarise & Reflect (Optional): If time allows, students write a 2-3 line summary of the text and share it with their partner. Supportive Feedback: Partners circle or underline words that were challenging for their partner and revisit these during feedback. Focus on self-correction and supportive learning! Flexible Usage Options: As a whole-class fluency routine As a targeted intervention program As an independent activity with comprehension questions Includes QR code audio versions of texts for additional support Why Teachers Love It: Dyslexia-Friendly Design: Font, size, and colours are carefully chosen to support every learner. Supports Year 3 Reading Expectations: Helps students work towards the goal of reading 120 words per minute with accuracy, comprehension, and expression. Builds Peer Collaboration: Promotes active listening and feedback skills. Adaptable to Your Classroom Needs: Use it daily, as a standalone task, or part of intervention strategies. Get Fluency Fast Track Today! Empower your students to become confident and expressive readers while fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment. Click now to bring Fluency Fast Track to your classroom and watch your readers soar! For other great resources visit: Bitesize Education Join the Bitesize Education Community to receive news, special offers and freebies!

Remember Pope Francis with this Thoughtful Reading Pack: A Life of Service and Kindness Introduce pupils to the inspiring life of Pope Francis, a leader known around the world for his compassion, humility, and message of peace. This reading pack explores his early life, his work as pope, and the legacy he leaves behind. With a focus on kindness, fairness, and faith, it’s a powerful resource to support lessons in RE, values education, and global citizenship. Perfect for Year 3 and 4 learners, this engaging and educational pack is filled with activities designed to strengthen reading comprehension, build vocabulary, and develop retrieval and inference skills. This versatile resource is ideal for whole-class lessons, small groups, or independent activities. Use it for warm-ups, guided reading, homework, interventions or assessments. Whether you’re focusing on fluency, retrieval, or inference, this pack has everything you need to support your teaching goals. WHAT’S INCLUDED: 2 Pages Text (Dyslexia friendly font) 2 Pages of Comprehension Questions “Just Tick It” An Adaptive Activity (2 Pages) Extension Activities 5 Lesson Teaching Presentation (40+ Pages) 5 Day Lesson Plan and Research based theory Audio Support for the Text Answer Keys Provided! PLEASE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING Can’t find what you are looking for? Request a reading resource by emailing me at: bitesizeeducation01@gmail.com Thank you for visiting The Bitesize Education Shop, I would love for you to become a follower. The Bitesize Education followers receive new product information and discounts on any new items! For updates on new products, exclusive discounts, freebies and receive a monthly newsletter consider signing up with Bitesize Education and for a limited time get a free gift.

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Escape From the Mountain Of Shadows | Adventure GameBook Base Pack This Adventure Game Book is perfect for students in Years 3 and 4. The resources allow students to improve their reading skills and love of reading whilst developing their comprehension skills. An adventure where you are the hero. Make your own choices whilst attempting this epic quest! Included in the Base Pack: • An Adventure Game Book (12 pages) • A comprehension activity with 14 questions (2 pages) • An extension activity • An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use If you like this resource purchase the Add-on! £3.95 • A Teacher Presentation (20 pages) • A Video Hook to start the adventure • A Glossary for any unfamiliar words • A Wordsearch - to develop vocabulary recall • A Crossword - to improve vocabulary through contexts. • A Colouring sheet • An Audio version of the book - to support reluctant readers ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ These resources are great for: • In class learning • The Reading Corner • Independent work • Homework • Guided reading sessions • Assessment practice • Reading interventions • Emergency sub plans The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers. For other great resources visit: Bitesize Education For Newsletters, Freebies, and Resource Updates joing the Bitesize Education community **I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources. Please complete this form to share your thoughts. Feedback

In this unit, about the “Rainforest” you will refine your sketching skills through the inspiring works of the renowned French artist Henri Rousseau. Rousseau, known for his lush jungle landscapes and dreamlike scenes, provides a rich tapestry of imagery that serves as the foundation for this engaging and immersive art experience. The unit is structured to progressively build sketching proficiency, starting with fundamental exercises that focus on observational skills and understanding the basic elements of Rousseau’s compositions. As the unit unfolds, the students will experiment with various sketching techniques and shading methods, to bring Rousseau’s enchanting jungle motifs to life on paper. For more resources visit my shop Join the Bitesize Education Community to receive news, special offers and freebies!

This Guided Reading resource is aimed at Year 3 children. The pack includes; a text, questions and answers and a teaching PowerPoint. The resources are ready to go and include learning objectives on the Q&A sheets. All the resources have been tried and test with my own class. The questions focus on the key elements for reading; vocabulary, retrieval, inference. However, the set of resources may also include other skills such as; summarising, predicting, sequencing, and explaining. For more resources visit my shop Join the Bitesize Education Community to receive news, special offers and freebies!

Unlock the world of literacy with our comprehensive educational resource designed around the classic tale of “Rapunzel” Perfectly tailored for Year 4 students, this interactive package includes a wealth of activities to enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills. For more resources visit my shop What’s Inside: A Presentation - focus on fluency and expression, vocabulary, different questions types, and critical thinking exercises. Questions - focus on Vocabulary, Retrieval, and Inference. Answers Why Choose Our Resource? Tailored for Year 4: Content is perfectly pitched for the reading level and cognitive abilities of Year 4 students. Interactive and Engaging: Activities that go beyond rote learning to truly engage students in their educational journey. Comprehensive Coverage: From vocabulary and comprehension to critical thinking, this resource covers all key areas of literacy education. Bring the magic of “Cinderella” to your students today with this expertly designed educational tool! Check out Cinderella Hansel & Gretal Rapunzal Snow White The Emperor’s New Clothes For Newsletters, Freebies, and Resource Updates joing the Bitesize Education community **I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources. Please complete this form to share your thoughts. Feedback

The Bronze Package These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about The Roman Empire and Hadrian’s Wall whilst still developing their comprehension skills. Included in the Bronze Pack: • A Text • A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions • An extension activity • An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ These resources are great for: • In class learning • The Reading Corner • Independent work • Homework • Guided reading sessions • Assessment practice • Reading interventions • Emergency sub plans The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers. For other great resources visit: Bitesize Education I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources. Please complete this form to share your thoughts. Feedback

The Bronze Package These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about The Roman Empire and their Legacy whilst still developing their comprehension skills. Included in the Bronze Pack: • A Text • A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions • An extension activity • An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ These resources are great for: • In class learning • The Reading Corner • Independent work • Homework • Guided reading sessions • Assessment practice • Reading interventions • Emergency sub plans The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers. For other great resources visit: Bitesize Education I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources. Please complete this form to share your thoughts. Feedback

The Gold Package These NO PREP activities are perfect for students in Year 4. The resources allow students to learn about The Roman Empire and Why the Romans Invaded Britain? whilst still developing their comprehension skills. Included in the Gold Pack: • A Text • A Teacher Presentation • A comprehension activity with 2 pages of questions • An extension activity • An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use or self marking • A wordsearch • A Crossword • A Colouring Page • A Just Tick it - adaptive resources for reluctant writers • A QR Code Audio (Mp3) version of the text • 16 Bookmarks • A Glossary • A Display Pack ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ These resources are great for: • In class learning • The Reading Corner • Independent work • Homework • Guided reading sessions • Assessment practice • Reading interventions • Emergency sub plans The activities require NO PREP; they each have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers. For other great resources visit: Bitesize Education Or Try The Bronze Pack Or Try The Silver Pack I would love to hear your ideas about guided resources. Please complete this form to share your thoughts. Feedback

Uncover the mystery behind your favourite Halloween characters with our Halloween Trivia Poster! Packed with fun facts about witches, vampires, werewolves, zombies, and more, this poster is perfect for classrooms, parties, or Halloween events. Test your knowledge with cool trivia and learn the origins of these spooky figures. Did you know vampires weren’t always afraid of garlic? Or that black cats weren’t always seen as bad luck? Find out more with our fun, frightful facts! Get your Halloween Trivia Poster today and add a spooky twist to your celebrations! For other great resources visit: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/BitesizeEd

Get into the Halloween spirit with our Halloween Idioms Lesson! Learn fun phrases like “skeleton in the closet” and “scaredy-cat,” and discover what they really mean. Perfect for students who want to explore language in a spooky and creative way. Plus, try creating your own Halloween-themed idioms! Join now and make learning idioms a fun part of your Halloween celebrations! For other great resources visit: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/BitesizeEd

Get ready for Halloween with our Spooky Leaflet Templates—perfect for school events, parties, or community trick-or-treating! These eye-catching designs feature pumpkins, ghosts, bats, and more, bringing the Halloween spirit to your messages. Whether you’re promoting a haunted house, sending safety tips for trick-or-treating, or inviting everyone to a spooky bash, our templates make it easy. Download your Halloween leaflet template now and make your event stand out with a touch of frightful fun!