This Upper KS2 Earth Day reading comprehension is a high quality non fiction resource written in the style of KS2 SATs reading papers.

The original text explores the history of Earth Day, from the 1969 Santa Barbara oil spill to the global movement it has become, encouraging pupils to consider different viewpoints and question whether one day of awareness is enough to create real change.

SATs style questions support a range of reading skills while keeping preparation minimal for teachers.

What’s Included:
• Original non fiction text (approx. 500 words)
• 12 SATs style questions (25 marks) with answers and mark scheme
• Questions covering retrieval, vocabulary, inference, structure, and authorial viewpoint
• 3 pages: text, questions, and answers
• Fully editable Microsoft Word document

Ideal for: Year 5/6 SATs preparation, Earth Day lessons (22nd April), guided reading or homework.