Year 8 English Targeted Workbook (Ages 12-13)
- • HONE reading, writing & essay skills with perfectly levelled Year 8 practice
- • Includes Reading Comprehension, Writing, Shakespeare & poetry texts
- • Aligned to the National Curriculum for Year 8 English (Ages 12-13)
- • Includes full answers in the back, plus extension activities for skill integration
- • Standard Delivery within 2-3 working days.
About the Year 8 English Targeted Workbook (Ages 12-13)
If your Year 8 child needs focused English practice that covers everything from Shakespeare to essay writing, the Year 8 English Targeted Workbook (Ages 12-13) delivers exactly that. Published by CGP and aligned to the National Curriculum, this workbook tackles reading comprehension, poetry, non-fiction texts, and vital writing skills in one manageable package. Every topic opens with a prior knowledge check to build confidence, then moves through carefully levelled questions that sharpen the skills examiners reward.

The workbook integrates different skills through extension activities, so your child learns to connect reading strategies with essay structure and creative writing. Each section wraps up with a review and test-style questions that mirror real classroom assessments, helping pupils gauge their progress before moving on. Full answers appear at the back of the book, making homework and independent study straightforward for both of you. Whether your Year 8 learner is catching up on comprehension or mastering Shakespeare, the CGP approach keeps practice varied and achievable.

By the time they finish, your child will have worked through a huge range of texts and writing tasks, building the fluency and confidence they need to tackle Year 8 English assessments with less stress. The workbook turns revision from a last-minute scramble into steady, visible progress, and the National Curriculum alignment means every page supports what they're learning in school. It's a practical tool for hardworking families who want results without guesswork.
This CGP workbook suits any Year 8 pupil who benefits from clear explanations, plenty of practice, and immediate feedback. Because it covers reading, writing, and Shakespeare in a single volume—with full answers included—you can support your child's English learning without hunting for extra resources or second-guessing their work.
- Perfectly levelled for Year 8 (Ages 12-13) and matched to the National Curriculum
- Covers reading comprehension, Shakespeare, poetry, essay writing, and non-fiction texts in one workbook
- Prior knowledge checks and extension activities help integrate and reinforce different skills
- Each topic ends with a review section featuring test-style questions
- Full answers included at the back of the book for independent study and homework confidence
Product Code | Publisher | ISBN 13 |
EN2308 | CGP | 9781789087840 |






Frequently Asked Questions
Is this suitable for my child?
The Year 8 English Targeted Workbook (Ages 12-13) is absolutely perfect for children in Year 8 studying the national curriculum in England.
It is also very useful for children in the devolved nations of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland that study similar curriculums.
Finally, the Year 8 English Targeted Workbook (Ages 12-13) is also very useful for children studying outside of the UK on comparable international curriculums such as the Cambridge Primary Curriculum or The Pearson Edexcel International Primary Curriculum.
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