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Important update from TheSchoolRun

For the past 13 years, TheSchoolRun has been run by a small team of mums working from home, dedicated to providing quality educational resources to primary school parents. Unfortunately, rising supplier costs and falling revenue have made it impossible for us to continue operating, and we’ve had to make the difficult decision to close. The good news: We’ve arranged for another educational provider to take over many of our resources. These will be hosted on a new portal, where the content will be updated and expanded to support your child’s learning.

What this means for subscribers:

  • Your subscription is still active, and for now, you can keep using the website as normal — just log in with your usual details to access all our articles and resources*.
  • In a few months, all resources will move to the new portal. You’ll continue to have access there until your subscription ends. We’ll send you full details nearer the time.
  • As a thank you for your support, we’ll also be sending you 16 primary school eBooks (worth £108.84) to download and keep.

A few changes to be aware of:

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  • The 11+ weekly emails have now ended. We sent you all the remaining emails in the series at the end of March — please check your inbox (and spam folder) if you haven’t seen them. You can also follow the full programme here: 11+ Learning Journey.

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]. Thank you for being part of our journey it’s been a privilege to support your family’s learning.

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First reading comprehension

First reading comprehension worksheets
Use this teacher-created reading comprehension activity to help your child with reading aloud and answering questions on a text.
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Keystage:  KS1, Year 1


What does reading comprehension mean?

Reading comprehension refers to the ability to understand, interpret, and analyse written text. It involves not only understanding the literal meaning of the words on the page, but also grasping the deeper meaning, making inferences, and connecting the text to your own knowledge and experiences.

How can you improve your child's reading comprehension skills?


Here are some tips and strategies for improving reading comprehension at home:

  • Read together: spend time reading with your child regularly. This not only models good reading habits but also provides opportunities for discussion and questions about the text.
     
  • Choose appropriate books: select books that match your child's interests and reading level. Encourage them to explore different genres and topics to keep them engaged. 
     
  • Ask questions: encourage your child to ask questions while reading and help them find the answers within the text. This helps develop critical thinking skills and promotes active engagement with the material.
     
  • Predict and summarise: Prompt your child to make predictions about what might happen next in the story based on clues from the text. After reading, ask them to summarise the main points or events to reinforce understanding.
     
  • Make connections: encourage your child to relate the text to their own experiences, other books they've read, or current events. This helps deepen comprehension and fosters a personal connection to the material.
     
  • Expand vocabulary: Introduce new words during reading sessions and discuss their meanings in context. Encourage your child to use context clues and word roots to decipher unfamiliar words independently.
     
  • Practice visualisation: encourage your child to visualise the scenes described in the text. This technique enhances comprehension by creating mental images that bring the story to life.
     
  • Monitor comprehension: help your child develop self-monitoring skills by asking them to stop periodically and reflect on whether they understand what they've read. Teach them strategies for clarifying confusion, such as rereading or seeking additional information.
     
  • Celebrate progress: Recognise and celebrate your child's achievements and improvements in reading comprehension. Positive reinforcement boosts motivation and encourages continued growth.

With consistent practice and encouragement, your child's reading comprehension skills will continue to develop and flourish.

Use this reading comprehension activity, created by an experienced teacher, to help your child become familiar with reading comprehension tasks and develop their skills. For other resources and support, check out our Reading Comprehension hub.