Boost reading skills with this KS2 Rainplayer unit! Ideal for Maya history links, with 9 reading sessions, writing tasks, and a teacher’s guide.

Dive into Rainplayer by David Wisniewski with this fully planned reading unit designed for upper Key Stage 2 (Year 5/6). Perfect for teachers looking to connect reading with a Maya history topic, this resource supports nine in-depth sessions focused on developing essential skills: inference, vocabulary, summarising, retrieval, questioning, background knowledge, and reading fluency.

What’s included:

• PowerPoint slides for 9 fully planned whole class reading sessions (with the flexibility to split the final session into two lessons for deeper engagement).
• Scaffolded writing frame for Step 9, helping pupils consolidate and extend their understanding through structured writing support.
• Storyboard activity resource for Step 8, encouraging creative retelling and sequencing of the story.
• Teacher’s guide with clear instructions, lesson objectives, and top tips for making the most of every session.
  Please note: The book Rainplayer by David Wisniewski is not included in this resource but can be purchased on Amazon or from other book retailers.

Why Choose This Resource?
Ready-to-teach: No prep needed—just download and go!
Perfect for Year 5/6 whole class reading sessions, adaptable for mixed-age classes.
Encourages creativity and critical thinking through interactive activities and structured writing tasks.
Developed by an experienced primary teacher with a focus on curriculum-linked objectives and engaging lesson delivery.

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