Children in Need is a topical comprehension about the BBC appeal. 12 questions which require reading in detail. Text updated August 2011
Note there is now also an ESOL E2-E3 version available.
Autumn Festivals – Entry 3 comprehension questions (also includes alphabetical ordering and dictionary work) based on a short text about autumn festivals from different cultures and faiths. The short text is from the Autumn Apple Cake resource (see below) which you will also have to download.
First created for E3 MV students and a fabulous way to motivate students by using technical vocabulary from their own area of study. Includes info/answer sheet, matching game (12 words), alphabetical ordering, spelling and a crossword. For individual or group challenges.
When or Went? was written for students who confuse these two words in their writing. Suitable for E2-3 or dyslexia support at any level. Includes a wide selection of exercises and tips.
‘shun’ crosswords is a set of 4 crosswords based on the following word endings: – sion, -ssion, -tion and -cian. Great for spelling and vocabulary/synonyms work.
Level
Level 2
English
General literacy / English
AL Rw/L2.3 Vocabulary (language features, synonyms, formality)
2 crosswords based on the suffixes -ent and -ant. Ideal for individual spelling and vocabulary work. If you have a smartboard they also make good group activities.
2 crosswords based on word endings: – ible and -able. Ideal for individual spelling and vocabulary work. If you have a smartboard they also make good group activities.
Level
Level 2
English
AL Rw/L2.3 Vocabulary (language features, synonyms, formality)