Differentiated reading comprehension for the Brothers Grimm’s ‘The Brave Little Tailor’, a humorous traditional tale about a boastful tailor who outsmarts a giant, ogres, and a unicorn with his wit and cleverness. His adventures lead him to marry a princess and gain half a kingdom. Despite his small size, the little tailor’s intelligence and resourcefulness help him triumph against all odds. Suitable for readers aged 7 to 14 years.
The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs additional literary devices. It has a larger word count and is 4 A4 pages in length (printable back-to-back on 2 pieces of paper). Two versions of comprehension questions accompany this level of text:
➊ A classic worksheet with 18 questions that require mid to high-level reading comprehension skills,
➋ A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 28 questions that vary in difficulty level, each with 4 answer choices.
The middle-level text is a condensed version of the higher level text, with the same plot and events. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and is accompanied by three sets of comprehension questions:
➌ A classic 13 question worksheet
➍ An 11 classic question and 8 multiple choice question worksheet
➎ A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 37 questions that vary in difficulty level, each with 3 answer choices.
The lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, using easier to read words whenever possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes two sets of question sheets:
➏A classic worksheet with 10 questions
➐ A TRUE OR FALSE activity with 32 questions
Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.
10 versions of differentiated reading comprehension for the traditional tale ‘Beauty and the Beast’, suitable for readers aged 6 to 12 years.
The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs additional literary devices. It has a larger word count and is 2 A4 pages in length. Three versions of comprehension questions come with this level text:
➊ A classic worksheet with 20 questions that require mid to high-level reading comprehension skills,
➋ A classic worksheet with 15 higher level compound questions.
➌ A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 26 questions that vary in difficulty level, each with 4 answer choices.
The middle-level text has a slightly smaller word count and simpler vocabulary. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and is accompanied by three sets of comprehension questions:
➍ A classic 17 question worksheet
➎ A classic 14 question worksheet
➏ A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 31 questions that vary in difficulty level, each with 4 answer choices.
The 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 spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes three sets of question sheets:
➐ A classic worksheet with 15 questions
➑ A classic worksheet with 8 very easy questions
➒ A TRUE OR FALSE activity with 20 questions
➓ A multiple-choice style version with a sequencing task and 8 easy questions
Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.
Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for the classic fairytale Little Red Riding Hood
This carefully re-told story is written at three levels appropriate for readers aged from 6 to 11 years old.
The higher level text is double-sided, has a larger word count and features more complex vocabulary and includes 17 questions, including vocabulary questions.
The middle level is double-sided, has simpler vocabulary and comes with two question sheet versions; one with 15 questions, another with 8 questions.
The lower level text has been simplified for lower-level readers, but follows the structure of the other two higher texts and is therefore also double-sided but uses mainly decodable and high frequency words and has only 7 essential comprehension questions using easy to read and answer questions.
All levels come with answer sheets.
More fairy tale reading worksheets:
Hansel and Gretel
Rapunzel
Thumbelina
The Ugly Duckling
Differentiated reading comprehension for the fairy tale ‘Sleeping Beauty’ also known as ‘Briar Rose’.
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 19 higher-level questions, while the second version includes 15 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 16 questions and the other with 12 questions.
The lower-level text has been simplified for easier reading and is single-sided. It mainly uses decodable and high-frequency words when possible. This version includes three sets of questions - a 10-question version, an 8 question version and a ‘circle the answer’ multiple-choice version with 14 questions.
All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets.
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 for the classic fairytale ‘The Real Princess’, also known as ‘The Princess and the Pea’.
This carefully retold story is written at three levels appropriate for readers aged from 6 to 10 years old. The higher level text features more ambitious vocabulary and includes 19 questions, including vocabulary questions. The middle level has 13 questions, while the lower level text has been simplified for lower-level readers and has only 8 questions.
All levels come with answer sheets.
Looking for other Hans Christian Andersen Fairy Tales? Check out these:
Little Mermaid
The Ugly Duckling
Thumbelina
Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for the classic fairytale ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’.
This carefully retold story is written at three levels appropriate for readers aged from 6 to 11 years old.
The higher level text is double sided, has a larger word count and features more ambitious vocabulary and includes 16 questions, including vocabulary questions.
The middle level is double sided, has fewer and easier to comprehend words and comes with two question sheet versions; one with 14 questions, another with 10 questions.
The lower level text has been simplified for lower-level readers, but follows the structure of the other two higher texts and is therefore also double sided but uses mainly decodable and high frequency words and has 9 comprehension question using easy to read and answer questions.
All levels come with answer sheets.
Looking for other classic fairy tale reading worksheets?
Little Red Riding Hood
Hansel and Gretel
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Rapunzel
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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.
Differentiated worksheets to help with connecting division and multiplication.
Arrays hidden behind a clue - 3 levels LA x2 facts / MA x2,x3,x4 facts / HA x3,x4,x6,x9 facts.
colour match worksheets - fill in each fact. Then use the same colour to show the number facts that belong in the same family. All fact families from x2 to x10.
Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for the fairytale ‘Rumpelstiltskin’ at four levels 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 18 higher level comprehension questions.
The middle level text is double-sided, has simpler vocabulary, and includes 13 comprehension questions.
There are two lower level texts, both of which have been simplified for lower-level readers and follow the structure of the higher level texts. However, one is a shortened version omitting one night of spinning straw into gold in exchange for a ring. Both lower level texts use mainly decodable and high frequency words. The lower level full story version has 11 comprehension questions, and the shortened version has 9 comprehension questions that are easy to read and answer.
All levels come with answer sheets.
More Brothers Grimm reading worksheets:
Cinderella
Snow White
Hansel and Gretel
Bremen Town Musicians
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, suitable for readers aged 6 to 12 years, for the fairy tale ‘The Princess Who Was Hidden Underground’, a German fairy tale in which a young man disguises himself as a sheep inside a golden fleece to gain access to a king’s imprisoned daughter, wins her love, and identifies her in duck form to pass the king’s test and marry her. Despite the king’s attempts to prevent suitors from reaching his daughter, the clever young man outsmarts the king and is able to marry the princess.
The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, more details, some extra literary devices. It has a larger word count is double A4 size. It includes four versions of comprehension questions:
➊A classic worksheet with 20 questions (wherein students write answers on lines below the questions)
➋A classic worksheet with 9 questions
➌A multiple-choice SAT style version with 24 mixed level questions and 3 answer choices.
➍A multiple-choice SAT style version with 23 higher level questions and 3 answer choices.
The middle and lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading whilst keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. It is single sided. This version includes three sets of questions:
➎A classic worksheet with 18 questions
➏A classic worksheet with 10 questions.
➐A multiple-choice SAT style version with 24 mixed level questions and 3 answer choices.
All levels of worksheets come with answer sheets.
Ramses II Biography Reading Comprehension Worksheets
This download includes differentiated biographies of Ramses II, the pharaoh who ruled ancient Egypt from 1279 to 1213 BC. Ramses II was one of the most powerful and influential pharaohs in ancient Egypt, known for his military campaigns, architectural achievements, and patronage of the arts.
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 ancient Egyptian history for students in KS2 and KS3
41 differentiated column subtraction worksheets for years 2-3
Help students gain subtraction fluency with this comprehensive pack of 41 subtraction worksheets optimized for years 2-3.
Differentiated subtraction problems on grid paper to reinforce place value concepts. The worksheets provide repeated practice with:
2-digit by 2-digit subtraction problems with and without regrouping
3-digit by 3-digit subtraction problems without regrouping
3-digit by 3-digit subtraction problems with regrouping across tens
3-digit by 3-digit subtraction problems with regrouping across hundreds
3-digit by 3-digit subtraction problems with regrouping across tens and hundreds
Mixed 2-digit by 3-digit subtraction problems with and without regrouping
To build problem-solving skills, alternate versions are included where students must set up the subtraction problems themselves on grid paper.
With 41 unique worksheets that progressively increase difficulty, students get the repeated, standards-aligned practice they need to master subtraction concepts and gain fluency. Answer keys included.
Designed for years 2-3, but also useful for basic skills remediation up to year 5. Use these subtraction worksheets for in-class practice or homework to help boost subtraction skills!
5 way differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for the classic fairytale ‘King Midas & The Golden Touch’
This carefully retold story is written at three levels appropriate for readers aged from 6 to 11 years old.
The higher level text is double sided and features more ambitious vocabulary and includes 18 questions, including vocabulary questions.
The middle level is single sided and has two question sheet versions; one with 14 questions, another with 8 questions.
The lower level text has been simplified for lower-level readers and has two version of questions; one question sheet with 8 questions and another with 7 easier to read and answer questions.
All levels come with answer sheets.
More fairy tale reading comprehension with a moral teaching:
Emperor’s New Clothes
The Elves and the Shoemaker
The Mouse, The Bird and The Sausage by the Brothers Grimm
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
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
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
Discover the fascinating story of Hatshepsut, one of the most iconic and powerful queens of Ancient Egypt, with our differentiated reading comprehension worksheets.
Biography reading worksheet offers two versions of the text to cater to different reading levels. The higher level text provides an in-depth account of Hatshepsut’s life, her reign, accomplishments, and legacy. This version includes 10 challenging comprehension questions to test your understanding of the text. Answer sheet included.
If you prefer a simpler version of the text, our lower level text is a single-sided page with a simplified account of Hatshepsut’s biography. This version includes 8 easier comprehension questions, perfect for beginners who want to learn about Ancient Egypt. Answer sheet included.
Immerse yourself in the world of Ancient Egypt and explore the life and reign of one of its most iconic rulers with our Hatshepsut differentiated reading comprehension worksheets.