This whole class reading session aims to develop children’s comprehension of Kit Wright’s poem ‘The Magic Box.’

After children have read the poem together (included as a PDF), they partake in a series of activities aiming to develop their retrieval, explanation, inference and creating skills. It also contains a vocabulary check immediately after the extract is read to clarify any unfamiliar/ difficult language.

The tasks are comprised of quick-check questions, solo thinking, pair/ group discussions and deeper thinking activities.

The session is best suited for children in years 2-4, although with minor adaptations it could feasibly be used with slightly younger and older year groups.