Leap Years Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Differentiated.
Enhance understanding of leap years with these leap years worksheets.
Explore the history and various calendars systems, understand why leap years are necessary, and learn about their frequency, impact, and calculation. Gain insight into what it means to be born on a leap day.
Three levels of difficulty:
High: Double-sided with complex vocabulary, higher level math examples, and more complex explanation. 17 questions with answer key.
Medium: Same double-sided reading text with 13 easier questions and answer key.
Low/EAL: Easier text, clearer vocabulary, simple math, fewer examples, and glossary. 11 straightforward questions with answer key.
Pancake Day Reading Comprehension Worksheet: Learn about Shrove Tuesday Traditions.
Celebrate Pancake Day with this educational worksheet. Explore the history of Shrove Tuesday, Lent, Mardi Gras, and Pancake Day traditions around the world. Two levels of questions with answer key included.
Perfect for learners aged 8-14.
Enhance your Pancake Day learning experience today!
Howard Carter Biography Reading Comprehension Worksheets
This download includes differentiated biographies of Howard Carter (1874-1939), the British archaeologist and Egyptologist who is most famous for discovering the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922. He dedicated much of his life to exploring and excavating ancient Egyptian sites, making him one of the most significant figures in the field of Egyptology.
The biographies are split into two levels, with approximately 500 words and 10 questions in the higher level, and approximately 350 words and 8 questions in the lower level. Both levels follow the same structure and cover similar information and facts. Answer sheets are provided in two styles: A4 with lines and A5 to print, cut, glue in books and answer below.
These worksheets are suitable for teaching biographies and historical Egyptian figures for students in KS2 and KS3
Enhance your learning experience with our King Khufu differentiated reading comprehension worksheets! Explore the life of the legendary Ancient Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during the Old Kingdom period and constructed the Great Pyramid of Giza.
This PDF download offers two versions of the text to cater to different reading levels. The higher level text is double-sided, providing an in-depth account of King Khufu’s life, along with 10 challenging comprehension questions to test understanding. With answer sheet.
Lower level text is a single-sided page with a simplified account of King Khufu’s biography. This version includes 8 comprehension questions that are easier to answer, perfect for beginners who want to learn about Ancient Egypt.With answer sheet.
Expand your knowledge of Ancient Egyptian history with this King Khufu differentiated reading comprehension worksheets.
9 mini-biographies of famous Egyptians from ancient and modern times.
Can be used as a cut-and-sort activity, which encourages learners to work collaboratively by reading the short biographies and matching them to the corresponding photo and name of the person, as well as identifying why they are famous.
This activity is perfect for introducing the biographies and for helping learners to identify key features within the text, such as highlighting important details.
Mini-Biographies about:
Mohamed Salah [Egyptian professional football player who currently plays as a forward for Liverpool and the Egyptian national team.]
Zahi Hawass [Egyptian archaeologist who served as the Minister of Antiquities in Egypt and is known for his contributions to the study of Egyptology and the promotion of Egyptian cultural heritage.]
Ramses II [pharaoh of ancient Egypt who ruled from 1279 to 1213 BCE and is considered one of Egypt’s most powerful and successful pharaohs.]
Khufu [ Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during the 4th dynasty and is best known for commissioning the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.]
Howard Carter [ British archaeologist and Egyptologist who is best known for discovering the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922, one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century.]
Tutankhamun [ancient Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during the 18th dynasty and is best known for his tomb, which was discovered largely intact by Howard Carter in 1922.]
Hatshepsut [ancient Egyptian queen who ruled as pharaoh during the 18th dynasty and is known for her successful reign and numerous building projects.]
Rawya Ateya [was an Egyptian feminist and politician who served as the first female member of parliament in Egypt and the Arab world.]
Lotfia Elnadi [was an Egyptian aviator who became the first female pilot in Egypt and the Middle East in 1933.]
Paleontologist fact sheet research activity about famous paleontologists. It includes fact files for eight renowned paleontologists, each with clear and concise information about their:
Full name
Date of birth (DOB)
Place of birth
Date of death
Family background and education
Successful finds
Contributions to paleontology and what they are famous for
Other interesting information.
These fact sheets can be used for research purposes. For a fun twist, we have created three versions of the fact files. The first version is a traditional fact file, while the second version deliberately includes three mistakes (sometimes obvious and silly, other times less obvious) for students to spot as they conduct their research. This version also includes checking boxes. Finally, we have created an answer sheet with the mistakes highlighted in red.
Also included is a lower level version with easier to spot mistakes.
This activity is suitable for primary school children and is an engaging way to teach them about paleontologists and their work.
Enhance reading comprehension skills with this bundle of classic fables from fables packs A&B.
It includes 55 fables, offering great value, and features timeless tales such as “The Lion and the Mouse,” “The Ant and the Grasshopper,” “The Wolf and The Crane,” “The North Wind and the Sun,” and “The Goose and the Golden Eggs.” and many more.
Each fable comes with an answer sheet and is easy to print on one A4 page.
Plus, many fables are differentiated at three levels to accommodate different reading comprehension abilities.
Don’t miss out on this comprehensive resource for improving reading comprehension.
A carefully curated collection of 29 classic fables, designed to enhance your students’ reading comprehension skills. Each fable has been thoughtfully written to conform to the traditional short length of fables, making them easily readable for young readers. In addition, 5-7 comprehension questions are provided below each fable to encourage a deep understanding of the text.
The collection encompasses beloved tales such as “The Lion and the Mouse,” “The Ant and the Grasshopper,” “The Wolf and The Crane,” “Belling the Cat,” and “A Peacock and a Crane,” along with 24 other timeless fables.
Answer sheets are also included for each fable, making it easier to mark.
This product is an excellent resource for teachers who want to engage their students in meaningful discussions about important life lessons, such as perseverance, hard work, and empathy. With this collection of fables, your students will learn valuable lessons while also improving their reading comprehension skills.
Moreover, a link to a Google slide is provided, featuring each fable on one page for whole-class reading.
Full list of included fables:
Wolf and Crane (2 levels)
Lion and Mouse (3 levels)
Boy Who Cried Wolf (2 levels)
Ant and Grasshopper (3 levels)
The Hornets and the Bees
The Greedy Fox
The Fox, the Rooster and the Dog
The Fox and the Woodcutter
The Fox and the Goat
The Farmer and the Stork
The Donkey and the Lap Dog
The Donkey and the Dog
The Discontented Dog
The Cat and the Fox
The Bear and the Bees
Belling the Cat
An Oak and a Willow
A Peacock and a Crane
The Wolf and the Lion
The Wolf and the Lamb
The Wild Boar and the Fox
The Turtle and the Ducks
The Pig and the Sheep
The Miser’s Gold
The Man and the Lion
The Lion, the Fox, and the Donkey
The Lion, the Bear, and the Fox
The Lion and the Boar
The Hunting Dog, the Lion, and the Fox
Enhance reading comprehension skills with this bundle of classic fables from fables packs B&C.
It includes 57 fables, offering great value, and features timeless tales such as “Hare and the Tortoise,” “The Fox and the Stork,” “The Crow and the Pitcher,” “The Town Mouse and Country Mouse,” “The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing,” “The Lion and the Mouse,” “The Ant and the Grasshopper,” “The Wolf and The Crane,” “Belling the Cat,” and “A Peacock and a Crane,” and many more.
Each fable comes with an answer sheet and is easy to print on one A4 page.
Plus, many fables are differentiated at three levels to accommodate different reading comprehension abilities.
Don’t miss out on this comprehensive resource for improving reading comprehension.
Enhance reading comprehension skills with this bundle of classic fables from fables packs B&C. It includes 54 fables, offering great value, and features timeless tales such as “Hare and the Tortoise,” “The Fox and the Stork,” “The Crow and the Pitcher,” “The Town Mouse and Country Mouse,” “The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing,” “The North Wind and the Sun,” “The Goose and the Golden Eggs,” “The Tortoise and the Eagle,” “The Ant and the Dove,” and many, many more.
Each fable comes with an answer sheet and is easy to print on one A4 page.
Plus, many fables are differentiated at three levels to accommodate different reading comprehension abilities.
Don’t miss out on this comprehensive resource for improving reading comprehension.
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.
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 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.