This is the first of three Handbooks for Project X Comprehension Express. This book is designed for classroom teachers and contains detailed teaching notes linked to the Stage 1 Reading Book Collections and Stage 1 Workbook. The Handbook contains 30 lesson plans which cover 10 weeks of teaching and the 10 essential comprehension strategies children need to become successful readers. Guidance on assessment and timetabling is also included for easy implementation. This Handbook is part of Project X Comprehension Express. It is a whole-class teaching programme specially built to help children in Years 4 to 6 master comprehension and excel in the new National Reading Test. It includes Handbooks, Workbooks, Expert Tip flashcards and an Expert Tip poster. Online teaching resources and best practice films are available on www.oxfordowl.co.uk to ensure its easy implementation.