A simplified text based on the classic film Bullitt. Ideal for group or individual reading. Accompanied by a paragraph sequencing activity and comprehension questions. Great for film buffs of all ages!
Football Fun provides instructions and extra alphabetical ordering and reading activities to accompany the Premiership and Championship football team cards (see below). Ideal for football fans of all ages.
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.
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.
Film Industry – working with very large numbers is a Level 2 place value worksheet. Covers ‘millions’ and ‘billions’ (reading and writing, writing as decimals, ordering,
etc.).
Questions are based on ‘The British Film Industry’ pull-out from The Guardian July 22nd 2008 but can be answered without reference to it. Poster available at:
Village Fair – calculator calculations is a great way to practise money based problem solving on a calculator. It is followed by a fun set (30+ problems) of ‘calculator words’ where you must complete the given calculation and then turn your calculator upside down!
Continues the numeracy work covered in Version 1 (see below – which also covers literacy) at a slightly higher level. Add up 2-digit numbers – using two strategies (counting-on or tallies).
