KS2 COMPREHENSION - BOOK 3

Schofield & Sims: KS2 Comprehension 3

Recommended Age Range: 9–10 years (Key Stage 2, Year 5)

ISBN: 9780721711560

Pages: 39

Overview:

KS2 Comprehension 3 is part of a comprehensive series designed to engage children with a variety of differentiated texts that both captivate and challenge them. This book helps children progress beyond basic comprehension, encouraging deeper exploration of text meanings, inferential thinking, and literary analysis. The texts and exercises aim to build vocabulary, comprehension skills, and an appreciation for diverse writing styles.

Key Features:

• Wide Range of Texts: Includes 72 stimulating and differentiated texts that appeal to both boys and girls, featuring genres such as:

  • Adventure Stories: Selections from renowned authors like Roald Dahl, Mark Twain, Anthony Buckeridge, and Kenneth Grahame.
  • Biographies: An inspiring piece about Simon Weston, a Falklands soldier.
  • Non-Fiction: Excerpts from Jacqueline Wilson and Emmeline Pankhurst’s works.
  • Poetry: Evocative poems by celebrated poets like Lewis Carroll, Robert Browning, Gina Douthwaite, John Masefield, Adrian Mitchell, and R.L. Stevenson.
  • Letters: A personal letter written by R.L. Stevenson during his teenage years.
  • Literary Introductions: Excerpts introducing the works of J.R.R. Tolkien and William Shakespeare.

• Skill Development:

  • Encourages analysis beyond literal meanings, focusing on inference, deduction, and identifying literary devices.
  • Promotes vocabulary expansion and comprehension of text structures.

Teacher Support:

• Teacher's Guide: Includes sample answers, teaching notes, and additional activities to support classroom use.
• Online Answers: Available on the Schofield & Sims website for added convenience.

Why Choose KS2 Comprehension 3?

• Engaging Content: Carefully selected texts ensure broad appeal and engagement.
• Literary Variety: Exposure to a diverse range of genres, styles, and authors.
• Progressive Learning: Designed to build on comprehension skills developed in earlier books in the series.
• Flexible Use: Ideal for independent learning, classroom teaching, or supplementary practice at home.

Whether as part of structured teaching or independent practice, KS2 Comprehension 3 offers an enriching pathway to develop critical reading and comprehension skills for Year 5 learners.