Six levels of differentiated reading comprehension for the fairy tale ‘Snow White & Rose Red’ by The Brothers Grimm. The tale follows two sisters, Snow White and Rose Red, who live in a forest and befriend a helpful bear that aids them in defeating an evil dwarf. The tale emphasizes themes of kindness, friendship, and the rewards of helping others, making it suitable for readers aged 6-12 years old.
The higher-level text is double-sided and features a larger word count, as well as more complex vocabulary. It includes two versions of comprehension questions. The first version comprises 20 higher-level questions, while the second version includes 14 questions.
The middle-level text is also double-sided but has a slightly smaller word count and simpler vocabulary. It comes with two sets of comprehension questions - one with 15 questions and the other with 10 questions.
The lower-level text has been simplified for easier reading and is single-sided. It mainly uses decodable and high-frequency words. This version also includes two sets of questions - a 9-question version and a ‘circle the answer’ multiple-choice version with 11 questions, which is perfect for EAL learners.
All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets.
Other Brothers Grimm fairy tale reading worksheets:
Rapunzel
Rumpelstiltskin
Fable: The Mouse, The Bird and The Sausage
Cinderella
7-way differentiated reading comprehension, suitable for readers aged 6 to 11 years, for the classic fairy tale ‘The Frog Prince’ in which a princess reluctantly befriends a frog who helps her in exchange for her company, and he eventually transforms into a prince when she kisses him.
The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary and a larger word count. It includes two versions of comprehension questions:
An 18 question classic answer sheet where students write answers on the lines. It is double sided.
A 12 question multiple choice version with 4 answer choices.
The middle-level text has a slightly smaller word count and simpler vocabulary. It comes with two sets of comprehension questions:
A classic 12 question worksheet.
A 16 question multiple choice version with 3 answer choices.
The lower-level text has been simplified for easier reading, using mainly decodable and high-frequency words whenever possible, apart from a few essential story words. This version includes three sets of questions:
A 10 question classic worksheet
A 6 question classic worksheet
A 21 question ‘circle yes or no’ worksheet.
All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets.
Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets the fairytale ‘Rapunzel’ at four levels, which are appropriate for readers aged 6 to 11 years old.
The higher-level text is double-sided, has a larger word count, features more complex vocabulary, and includes 20 higher-level comprehension questions.
There are two middle-level texts, both double-sided, but using fewer words, larger text and simpler vocabulary. One version has 17 comprehension questions, while the other has 10 questions.
The lower-level text has been slightly simplified for lower-level readers, still following the structure of the higher-level texts. However, it uses mainly decodable and high-frequency words. The lower-level text has 8 comprehension questions that are easy to read and answer.
All levels come with answer sheets.
More fairy tale reading worksheets:
Sleeping Beauty
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Puss in Boots
7 way differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for the fairytale ‘Hansel and Gretel,’ at three reading levels suitable for readers aged 6-12 years old.
The higher-level text is double-sided, features a larger word count, more complex vocabulary, and includes two versions of questions: a 21-question higher-level comprehension version and a 14-question version.
The middle-level text is double-sided, includes simpler vocabulary, and has three sets of comprehension question sheets: 15, 11, and 8-question versions.
The lower level text have been simplified for lower-level readers, but still follow the structure of the higher-level texts. It is a slightly shortened version that mainly uses decodable and high-frequency words. There are two sets of questions for the lower-level version: a 10-question version and a ‘circle yes or no’ version, perfect for EAL learners.
All levels come with answer sheets.
More reading comprehension fairy tales:
Rapunzel
Emperor’s New Clothes
Elves and the Shoemaker
Aladdin
6 way differentiated reading comprehension for the fairytale ‘Twelve Dancing Princesses’, suitable for readers aged 6-12 years old. Reading passages are at three reading levels: higher, middle, and lower.
The higher-level text is double-sided and features a larger word count, more complex vocabulary, and includes two versions of questions. The first version comprises 19 double-sided comprehension questions, while the second version includes 10 single-sided comprehension questions.
The middle-level text is double-sided, includes simpler vocabulary, and has two sets of comprehension questions. The first set comprises 17 questions, while the second set includes 11 questions.
The lower-level text has been simplified for lower-level readers and is single-sided. It mainly uses decodable and high-frequency words. This version also has two sets of questions - a 9-question version and a ‘circle the answer’ multi-choice question version, perfect for EAL learners.
All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets.
Based upon the little known Scottish fairytale Kate Crackernuts
Another traditional English fairy tale, Tattercoats
An American Fairytale, The Clever Prince
8-way differentiated reading comprehension, suitable for readers aged 6 to 11 years, for the classic fairy tale ‘The Old Woman in the Forest’ in which a young girl who gets lost in the woods is assisted by a little white bird who helps her find a ring in an old lady’s house, leading her to meet a handsome prince in the forest and ultimately find true love.
The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, some extra literary devices and a larger word count. It includes two versions of comprehension questions:
➊ A 16 question classic answer sheet where students write answers on the lines. It is double sided.
➋ A 16 question multiple choice version with 3 answer choices.
The middle-level text has a slightly smaller word count and simpler vocabulary. It comes with two sets of comprehension questions:
➌ A classic 17 question worksheet.
➍ A 12 question worksheet.
➎ A 14 question multiple choice version with 3 answer choices.
The lower-level text has been simplified for easier reading, using mainly decodable and high-frequency words whenever possible, apart from a few essential story words. This version includes three sets of questions:
➏ A 10 question classic worksheet
➐ A 6 question classic worksheet
➑ A 14 question ‘circle yes or no’ worksheet perfect for beginner EAL learners.
All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets.
6 version differentiated reading comprehension suitable for readers aged 11-14 for the classic anti-fairy tale “The Swineherd” by Hans Christian Andersen, in which a poor prince wishes to wed the Emperor’s daughter. He sends her two beautiful gifts, a nightingale and a rose, but the princess rejects them because they are real and natural, rather than artificial. The prince then disguises himself as a swineherd at the palace and creates a musical pot. The princess pays ten kisses for the pot and one hundred kisses for a musical rattle. However, when the Emperor finds out, he casts her out. The prince, realizing that the princess is unworthy of his love, spurns her and leaves her singing dolefully outside the palace.
The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, some literary devices, and a larger word count. It includes four question versions:
➊A 20-question classic answer key where students write answers on the lines.
➋A 24-question multiple-choice version with three answer choices.
➌A vocabulary worksheet requiring definitions for 12 words from the text to be written.
➍A multiple-choice vocabulary worksheet for 12 words from the text.
The middle-level or lower text has a slightly smaller word count and simpler vocabulary. It comes with two sets of comprehension questions:
➎A classic 16-question worksheet
➏An 18-question multiple-choice question sheet with three answer choices.
All levels of worksheets come with answer keys.
More fiction reading comprehension:
Old Woman in the Forest
Puss in Boots
Brave Little Tailor
Aladdin
5-way differentiated reading comprehension, suitable for readers aged 7 to 14 years, for the classic fairy tale ‘The Clever Prince’ (Originally written by Kate Douglas Wiggin in 1906) in which a prince searches far and wide for a bride who is both very beautiful and clever, finally finding her living as a peasant in a cottage in the woods; after testing her intelligence, he realizes she is his equal and marries the peasant girl, making her his princess.
The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, some extra literary devices and a larger word count. It includes three versions of comprehension questions:
➊ A classic 18 question worksheet
➋ A 16 question worksheet
➌ A 15 question multiple choice version with 3 answer choices
The middle or lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading whilst keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact.
This version includes two sets of questions:
➍ A 14 question classic worksheet
➎ A 15 question multiple choice version with 3 answer choices
All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets.
More fairy tale reading worksheets featuring male main characters:
Brave Little Tailor
Aladdin
Emperor’s New Clothes
Differentiated reading comprehension for the humorous fable “The Mouse, The Bird and The Sausage” by the Brothers Grimm. A boastful bird convinces his friends to switch household roles. The dissatisfied mouse, bird, and sausage then fail comically in their unfamiliar duties, leading to their disastrous demise. This fable warns readers against upending a functional system due to the dangers of pride and envy.
Suitable for Key Stage 3 and 4 readers.
Includes 4 versions of question sheets:
➊ A 19 question classic comprehension sheet with literal and factual questions about the story.
➋ A 12 question sheet with higher level comprehension questions.
➌ A 21 True or False question sheet.
➍ A 35 question SAT-style multiple choice sheet with questions on facts, main ideas, details, sequencing, inferences, vocabulary, true/false, cause and effect, and author’s purpose.
All question sheets come with corresponding answer sheets.
Differentiated reading comprehension for a faithful retelling of the traditional tale The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen, suitable for readers aged 6 to 13 years.
This differentiated reading comprehension pack includes:
➼2 leveled reading passages: a full-length version using rich vocabulary and literary devices to tell the complete fairy tale (2 pages), and a simplified, decodable version covering the key plot points (2 pages)
➼8 differentiated question sheets to check comprehension and skills mastery at every reading level
The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs additional literary devices. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and is accompanied by four versions of differentiated comprehension questions:
➊ A classic 17 question worksheet using mainly compound retrieval/factual questions, some inference and author’s purpose questions.
➋ A classic 15 question worksheet with 15 essential comprehension questions.
➌ A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 39 Multiple-Choice SAT Style comprehension questions, including a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and author’s purpose questions - each question with 4 answer choices.
➍ A 9 event sequence, 8 question written response, and 17 multi-choice double sided question sheet (i.e. 26 mixed question format).
The middle to lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, using decodable words whenever possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. It has a slightly larger font size, spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes four sets of differentiated question sheets:
➎ A 7 event sequencing and 15 essential written response comprehension question sheet.
➏ A matching 7 event sequencing and 15 essential comprehension question but as a multiple choice 3 answer choices version, using the same questions as the above version.
➐ A multiple-choice SAT style version with 30 SAT Style comprehension questions, including a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and author’s purpose questions - each question with 3 answer choices.
➑ A classic 9 question worksheet with 9 essential, straightforward easy to answer questions.
Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.
With multiple text levels and comprehensive question sets, this adaptable resource promotes reading comprehension and skills practice.
Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for The Billy Goats Gruff, suitable for readers ages 6-11.
This pack includes:
3 leveled reading passages:
Lower-level text simplified for beginning readers (approx. year 2)
Mid-level text a wider range of words (approx. upper year 2/year 3)
Original text published in 1859 for more advanced readers (approx. year 4-5)
16 differentiated activity sheets to check comprehension at each level:
Higher-level (original text) includes:
- 12 question classic comprehension worksheet
- 32 question true/false worksheet
- 29 question SAT-style multiple choice worksheet
- 2 crossword versions using vocabulary found in the text
Mid-level includes:
- 16 question classic comprehension worksheet
- A matching 16 question worksheet with multiple choice answer options
- 36 question multiple choice worksheet
- Sequencing/cloze (missing word) story summary worksheet
- 2 crossword versions
Lower-level includes:
- 9 question classic comprehension worksheet
- 13 question classic comprehension worksheet
- A matching 13 question worksheet with multiple choice answer options
- 36 question yes/no worksheet
- Crossword
Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.
Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for three retellings of the traditional tale The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen, suitable for readers aged 6 to 13 years.
Includes:
3 leveled reading passages to accommodate different reading abilities:
A challenging higher level text with complex vocabulary, more details, and additional literary devices (4 pages)
A middle level text that has been shortened for easier reading, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence of the higher text (2 pages)
A simplified lower level text for easier reading, using decodable words when possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact (2 pages)
➼ 22 accompanying worksheets differentiated across Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3 levels, focusing on key literacy skills including:
Reading comprehension
Vocabulary
Sequencing
Cause and effect
Cloze (fill-in-the-blank) story summaries
Multiple choice comprehension sheets in SAT format, covering skills like identifying main ideas, details, sequence, inferences, vocabulary, true or false statements, cause and effect relationships, and author’s purpose
True/false
Crosswords
EAL versions
Answer sheets for all activities
Keep students engaged with texts tailored to their reading level, working within their zone of proximal development.
Use the leveled passages and activity sheets independently or together to differentiate instruction. This comprehensive resource allows you to meet the needs of every reader!
“Kate Crackernuts” is a traditional Scottish traditional tale collected in the Orkney Islands. A brave princess named Kate rescues her sister Ann when a jealous queen has a witch transform Ann’s beautiful head into a sheep’s head.
This differentiated reading pack includes:
2 leveled passages: a 3 page version with rich vocabulary, and a shortened 2 page version for easier reading.
14 total question sheets (7 for each text) to check comprehension and skills at every reading level.
The higher text uses complex vocabulary, more details, and literary devices. It is accompanied by:
A 18 question retrieval worksheet
A 16 question essential comprehension worksheet
A 50 question SAT-style multiple choice worksheet
A 10 event sequence, cloze summary, and 10 question worksheet
A 23 word vocabulary matching sheet
2 crosswords with 37 vocabulary words each (one with wordbox, one without)
The shortened text is accompanied by:
A 16 question retrieval worksheet
A 16 question essential comprehension worksheet
A 28 question SAT-style multiple choice worksheet
A mixed question worksheet with sequencing, short response, and multiple choice questions
An additional sequencing, matching, and short response worksheet
2 crosswords with 27 vocabulary words each (one with wordbox, one without)
Answer sheets provided for all levels.
Reading comprehension for the traditional tale 'The Pied Piper of Hamelin’
Bring this classic folktale to life for students of all reading levels! This differentiated reading comprehension pack includes:
3 leveled reading passages with rich vocabulary and vivid imagery to suit varying reading abilities. The higher level passage (4 pages) uses literary devices to tell the fairy tale in detail. The middle passage (2 pages) balances accessibility with rich language. The beginner passage (1 page) covers key plot points using simpler vocabulary.
30 skill-building activity sheets to check comprehension and build literacy skills. With various difficulty levels, these worksheets allow students to engage with the text in unique ways. Activities include SAT-style multiple choice questions, short answer questions, vocabulary exercises, sequencing activities, cause and effect charts, cloze passages, crosswords, and more.
Perfect for assessing and improving reading skills and literary analysis abilities. Perfect for upper Key Stage 2 and 3. Simplified English and versions are also included to support EAL and lower level learners. Bring this timeless legend to students of all levels with this differentiated reading pack!
Transport learners into the magic of the holidays with this retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s bittersweet tale, “The Little Match Girl.” Vivid illustrations and varied questioning engage learners in years 3 through to year 8 with this timeless story perfect for the Christmas season.
This versatile reading comprehension pack includes:
A beautifully illustrated double sided retelling of the story
Three SAT style multiple choice practice sheets including a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect,and author’s purpose questions
Five versions of written response question sheets for differentiated engagement
Event sequencing tasks
Cause and effect activity
Story summary cloze activities
Vocabulary-based crossword puzzles using words from the text
Make an impact this holiday season with a rich selection of visual and written materials. Learners will connect with the beloved tale through leveled questions and activities aimed at improving reading fluency and analyzing this touching story. Share this poignant retelling and help students step into the magic of literature this Christmas!
Looking for more holiday reading resources? Check out my other Christmas reading resources:
Night Before Christmas Poem Comprehension
Little Fir Tree Christmas Reading
The Nutcracker Christmas Worksheets
Non-Fiction
Christingles Fun Reading Activities
History of the Christmas Tree Reading
Explore the Hindu Creation Story in this engaging lesson with:
A vivid illustrated retelling of the ancient myth, bringing Hindu beliefs to life.
5 worksheets for a deeper understanding:
Double sided multiple choice quiz
Double-sided higher level written response
Double-sided lower level written response
Cloze story summary
Hindu Gods in the creation story labeling
This comprehensive lesson aims to engage students with the ancient Hindu creation story, offering fascinating insights into Brahma, Vishnu and Hindu beliefs around creation and encouraging meaningful connections across cultures.
Differentiated worksheets allow diverse ways to deepen and demonstrate knowledge, including sequencing, true or false, symbolism, reflection question etc. Includes answer keys.
Suitable for Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 4 , these thought-provoking materials are designed to be engaging and rewarding for students of all ages.
Hindu story reading passage worksheets - The Creation of Ganesh
Immerse students in Hindu culture and beliefs through this vivid retelling of a cherished origin myth. This illustrated Hindu story recounts the dramatic birth of Ganesh, one of Hinduism’s most beloved deities.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the significance of Ganesh and the story of his unusual elephant head
Analyze the themes of divine power, family bonds, and overcoming obstacles
Explore Hindu mythology and culture in a thoughtful, secular context
Includes:
Illustrated myth retelling with fact boxes
31-question multiple choice quiz
Sequencing and true/false activities
Cloze summary
Written response prompts (leveled)
Answer keys
Engaging and educational, these materials are ideal for upper elementary through high school. Let this popular Hindu narrative bring an important part of world culture alive in your classroom!
And may Ganesh bring you and your students a smooth and obstacle-free life!
Hindu story reading comprehension worksheets - Divine Blue Birth, Lord Krishna
This story is part of Hindu mythology, specifically the story of Lord Krishna’s birth. Krishna is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. The story centers around Krishna’s birth and early life, highlighting the attempts of the evil King Kamsa to thwart a prophecy predicting his demise at the hands of Devaki’s eighth child (Krishna). This story is a significant part of Hindu mythology and is celebrated in various festivals, especially during Krishna Janmashtami, which marks Krishna’s birth. The narrative emphasizes themes of divine intervention, the triumph of good over evil, and the fulfillment of destiny.
The story is engaging for students of all ages and will prove interesting and rewarding.
This comprehensive lesson aims to bring this key ancient Hindu story to life through vivid illustrations and activities to deepen understanding:
A vivid illustrated retelling of the ancient myth, evoking Hindu beliefs
4 differentiated worksheets for deeper understanding:
Multiple choice quiz
Higher level written response
Middle level written response
Lower level written response
Differentiated worksheets allow diverse ways to deepen and demonstrate knowledge, including sequencing, cloze story summary, true or false, symbolism, reflection questions etc. Includes answer keys.
The thought-provoking materials are designed to engage students from year 6 to year 10. Answer keys are included.
Illuminate your classroom with the spirit of Diwali through this engaging 2-text bundle on the Indian festival of lights. It includes an information text vividly illustrating Diwali traditions and a retelling of the Hindu myth of Rama and Sita from the Ramayana epic.
Students will gain insight into the cultural traditions, rituals, mythology, and global celebrations that brighten this 5-day Hindu holiday, and understand how the triumph of light over darkness inspires the diya lamps, fireworks, and sweets that define this occasion. The bundle contains approximately 30 differentiated worksheets including multiple choice quizzes, cloze activities, sequencing tasks, and written responses catering to diverse needs from years 6-10. Bring the traditions and meaning of Diwali alive for your students with this illuminating 2-text bundle.
Celebrate the vibrant Hindu festival of Holi! This engaging lesson allows students to dive into the origins, traditions, and cultural practices of Holi through
The detailed information text uses colorful visuals and clear explanations to explore the festival’s history and customs. Students will learn about the religious roots of Holi, the playful throwing of colored powder and water, significant Hindu legends, important festival cultural practices like traditional dances, special foods, and more.
Complementing this is a retelling of the classic legend of Holika’s failed attempt to harm Prahlad, from which the Holi festival arose. This dramatic Hindu myth illustrates the triumph of good over evil.
Assessment options cater to different learning styles:
Multiple choice questions test comprehension and details
Short answer and long answer writing prompts encourage deeper analysis
Sequencing and cloze activities reinforce plot and key ideas
A colorful crossword focuses on essential vocabulary
Includes answer keys
This richly illustrated Holi lesson seamlessly integrates into studies of Indian culture and mythology for years 6-10. Students will gain memorable insights into the joyful celebration of Holi!