**When the Wind Went Wild – KS2 Reading Comprehension (Extreme Weather / Vocabulary in Context Focus)
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Description:
Immerse your pupils in this engaging KS2 reading comprehension based on a dramatic coastal storm. “When the Wind Went Wild” blends rich description, atmosphere, and emotion in a short narrative nonfiction text — ideal for linking English and Geography learning.

This resource is specifically designed to develop pupils’ understanding of vocabulary through context. All comprehension questions focus on the Reading Content Domain 2a: “Give / explain the meaning of words in context.” Pupils are encouraged to explore how language choices build tension, mood, and meaning within the text.

Suitable for Years 5–6, this comprehension supports both English reading objectives and geographical themes such as Weather, Climate, and Extreme Weather Events.

What’s Included:

Reading text: “When the Wind Went Wild” (narrative nonfiction)

Five comprehension questions focusing on vocabulary in context (2a)

Teacher answer sheet with model responses and vocabulary explanations

Curriculum links: Geography – Weather and Climate; English – Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary Development

Optional illustration to support visual inference and display
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Learning Objectives:
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To give and explain the meaning of words in context (Reading Content Domain 2a)

To understand how descriptive and figurative language creates effect

To make links between vocabulary, setting, and atmosphere

To combine literacy with real-world geographical themes

Perfect for:

Vocabulary-focused comprehension lessons

Guided reading or whole-class analysis

Cross-curricular English and Geography units

Assessment-style practice on Content Domain 2a

Independent or homework comprehension tasks

Resource type: Reading comprehension
Key stage: KS2 (Years 5–6)
Subjects: English, Geography, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary
File format: Word