Immerse your students in one of the most powerful and important stories in Jewish history!
The Sin of the Golden Calf is a pivotal narrative in the Torah, closely linked to the origins of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. This story recounts how the Israelites, waiting for Moses to return from Mount Sinai, lost faith and created a golden calf to worship. When Moses descended with the Ten Commandments and witnessed this idolatry, he shattered the tablets in anger. This transgression led to a period of repentance and ultimately, God’s forgiveness.
The narrative explores themes of faith, temptation, repentance, and divine mercy. It serves as a foundational story for understanding the significance of Yom Kippur in Jewish tradition and practice.
This resource includes a double-sided, illustrated retelling of the story, with an informative Yom Kippur fact box and numerous supporting worksheets.
The Sin of the Golden Calf is a crucial event in Jewish history, recounted in the Hebrew Bible as a testament to human fallibility, the power of repentance, and God’s capacity for forgiveness. This incident led to the establishment of Yom Kippur, demonstrating how even grave mistakes can be overcome through sincere atonement.
A variety of engaging comprehension activities reinforce key details and higher-order thinking skills:
2 levels of multiple-choice, SAT-style quizzes
4 levels of written response worksheets:
2 levels of traditional written response
2 levels of mixed style (multiple choice, true or false, cloze, vocabulary linking, event sequencing, and written response)
Story and Yom Kippur cloze summary activity
3 versions of vocabulary-building crossword puzzles
Answer sheets for all activities
Exploring this pivotal narrative develops cultural literacy about the origins of Yom Kippur and the ethical principles that underpin Jewish traditions of repentance and forgiveness. Ideal for years 5-10 across ELA, social studies, and Jewish studies curricula.
Also see:
Yom Kippur Information Text
Moses & Exodus of Egypt
Moses & The Burning Bush
Moses in the Bulrushes
Joseph and His Brothers
Queen Esther’s Story of Purim
Story of Creation
Story of Hanukkah
Judaism Information Text
David and Goliath
Yom Kippur Bundle: The Golden Calf Story & Yom Kippur Information Text
Deepen your students’ understanding of Yom Kippur with this comprehensive bundle, combining two essential resources:
The Sin of the Golden Calf: Illustrated story with worksheets exploring this pivotal event’s connection to Yom Kippur’s origins.
Yom Kippur Information Text: In-depth guide covering significance, practices, and rituals, with diverse activities.
Features:
Illustrated storytelling and informative text
Multiple-choice quizzes, written responses, and crossword puzzles
Differentiated worksheets for various learning levels
Answer keys for all activities
Ideal for grades 5-11, this bundle provides a thorough exploration of Yom Kippur’s historical context, observances, and cultural importance. Perfect for ELA, social studies, and Jewish studies curricula.
Engage your students with this comprehensive package, promoting cultural literacy and interfaith understanding through the most sacred day in the Jewish calendar.
Ramadan worksheets with three levels of differentiated reading comprehension: higher, middle, and lower. The lower level worksheet is perfect for EAL learners, with a glossary of key vocabulary words included. All levels are double sided A4 and between 600-800 words. Each level of the worksheet includes a “fascinating facts” box to enhance understanding and engagement. The worksheets also include differentiated questions for all three levels with answers provided for easy assessment and self-reflection. Perfect for KS2, KS3 and KS4.
Valentine’s Day Reading Worksheet: to teach children about the history, significance, and customs of Valentine’s Day with differentiated reading comprehension for higher, middle, and lower level students, including EAL learners. Each level of the worksheet includes a “sweet facts” box and “Glossary” of different facts and words to enhance understanding and engagement. The worksheets also include differentiated questions for all three levels with answers provided for easy assessment and self-reflection. Worksheets can be single sided or printed with fact box and glossary on the reverse.
Easter Story Reading Comprehension, Differentiated
3 text levels:
Higher level is double-sided with 12 questions and a short glossary.
Middle level is single-sided, with clearer language, 12 slightly easier questions, and a longer glossary.
Lower level/EAL text is single-sided, with 9 questions, and an extensive glossary.
Higher and middle-level texts include Easter dates fact box with explanations.
Each text includes a question sheet with lines for writing answers, and cut and stick questions for learners to stick in books and answer.
All levels come with answer sheets.
Provides a comprehensive overview of Easter, its origins, history, celebrations, and customs.
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!
Explore the significance of the Ganges River in Indian culture with this engaging and differentiated resource!
This download includes two reading levels of information texts covering geography, history, and the cultural impact of the sacred river. Additionally, discover the Hindu myth of Shiva bringing the Ganges from heaven to earth—an important and sacred narrative explaining the river’s religious significance.
This comprehensive package comprises differentiated texts, multiple-choice quizzes, a cloze activity, and various written response options for both text types.
Answer sheets are provided for easy assessment.
Dive into the rich geography and history of the Ganges River’s importance with this thoughtfully designed educational resource!
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.
Illuminate your classroom with the spirit of Diwali through this engaging 3-text bundle on the Indian festival of lights. It includes an information text vividly illustrating Diwali traditions, a retelling of the Hindu myth of Rama and Sita from the Ramayana epic, and the Sikh Diwali origin story of the sixth Sikh guru, Guru Hargobind, and the 52 princes.
Immerse students in a key Buddhist narrative with this rich retelling of The Four Sights. Follow Siddhartha Gautama as he leaves behind his sheltered palace life and confronts the hard truths of old age, illness, death, and asceticism. After attaining enlightenment beneath the Bodhi tree, he became known as the Buddha. This accessible text presents the story at a middle school level, supplemented by vivid illustrations and illuminating Buddha quotes. Check comprehension through the varied activities catered to different abilities:
A 39-question multiple choice quiz to evaluate understanding
A cloze exercise focused on summarizing key details
A higher-order 13-question written response activity
A 9-question essential understanding worksheet
Answer sheets
Use this as a Buddhism lesson for RE or a literacy lesson analyzing this influential short story. Through an immersive experience of The Four Sights, pupils will gain insight into the Buddha’s life and spiritual awakening.
Complements my Buddhism Introduction information text
Learn all about Saint David: Wales’ Patron Saint with this comprehensive set of reading worksheets. This extensive resource includes two levels of informational text telling the compelling narrative of Saint David’s life, a story closely linked to Welsh history and culture, celebrated on St David’s Day throughout Wales and by Welsh communities worldwide.
These reading worksheets recount the life of St David, from his miraculous birth in Wales to his role as a monk, his founding of monasteries, his appointment as Archbishop of Wales, and the legends surrounding his life. The tale explores themes of faith, simplicity, dedication, and the power of gentle leadership.
This resource includes a double-sided, illustrated retelling of the story, with an informative St David’s Day fact box and St David timeline, and fourteen supporting worksheets. The download offers two versions of the text:
A lower-level version appropriate for Years 3-5 (ages 7-10)
An upper-level version with more details, aimed at Years 6-8 (ages 10-13)
The Life of Saint David is a crucial story in Welsh Christian tradition, demonstrating piety, devotion, and the impact of living a life dedicated to faith and service. This legend led to St David becoming the patron saint of Wales, showing how a gentle and devoted life can inspire generations.
A variety of engaging comprehension activities reinforce key details and higher-order thinking skills:
2 levels of multiple-choice quizzes
2 levels of traditional written response
2 levels of fun mixed style quizzes (multiple choice, true or false, cloze, vocabulary linking, event sequencing, and written response)
2 Levels Story and St David’s Day cloze summary activity
4 versions of vocabulary-building crossword puzzles (i.e. 2 at each level)
Also includes an additional version of the lower text without a timeline fact box and with an additional supplementary illustration
Answer sheets for all activities
All supporting worksheets are differentiated two ways (lower and higher) to accommodate different learning levels.
Exploring this captivating legend develops cultural literacy about St David, the patron saint of Wales, and the ethical principles that underpin Welsh Christian traditions of simplicity and devotion. Ideal for Years 3-8 across English, History, and Religious Education curricula.
Also available:
Saint George: England’s Patron Saint Reading Worksheets
Saint Andrew: Scotland’s Patron Saint Worksheets
Learn all about Saint Andrew: Scotland’s Patron Saint with this comprehensive set of reading worksheets. This extensive resource includes two levels of informational text telling the compelling narrative of Saint Andrew’s life, a story closely linked to Scottish history and culture, celebrated on St Andrew’s Day throughout Scotland and by Scottish communities worldwide.
These reading worksheets recount the life of St Andrew, from his humble beginnings as a fisherman in Galilee to his role as Jesus’ first apostle, his travels spreading Christianity, his martyrdom, and the legends surrounding how he became Scotland’s patron saint. The tale explores themes of faith, devotion, sacrifice, and the power of unwavering commitment.
This resource includes two double-sided, illustrated retellings of The Life of Saint Andrew biography, with an informative St Andrew’s Day fact box and St Andrew timeline, and supporting worksheets. The download offers two versions of the text:
A lower-level version appropriate for Years 4-6
An upper-level version with more details, aimed at Years 7-10
The Life of Saint Andrew is a crucial story in Scottish Christian tradition, demonstrating kindness, bravery, and the impact of living a life dedicated to faith and service. This legend led to St Andrew becoming the patron saint of Scotland, showing how a devoted life can inspire generations and shape national identity.
A variety of engaging comprehension activities reinforce key details and higher-order thinking skills:
2 levels of multiple-choice quizzes
3 levels of traditional written response
2 levels of fun mixed style quizzes (multiple choice, true or false, cloze, vocabulary linking, event sequencing, and written response)
2 Levels of St Andrew’s Biography cloze summary activity
4 versions of vocabulary-building crossword puzzles (i.e. 2 at each level)
Answer sheets for all activities
All supporting worksheets are differentiated to accommodate different learning levels.
Exploring this captivating legend develops cultural literacy about St Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland, and the ethical principles that underpin Scottish Christian traditions of devotion and sacrifice. Ideal for Years 4-10 across English, History, and Religious Education curricula.
This resource is perfect for teaching about St Andrew’s Day (30th November), Christian Saints, or for units on Scottish history and culture.
Also available:
Saint George: England’s Patron Saint Reading Worksheets
Saint David: Wales’ Saint Reading Comprehension
Saint Patrick Biography
St. Nicholas Biography
Discover the Extraordinary Life of Saint Patrick: Ireland’s Beloved Patron Saint through this comprehensive reading comprehension package. This extensive resource features two differentiated levels of biographical text that bring to life the captivating story of Saint Patrick, from his dramatic kidnapping as a youth to becoming the most celebrated figure in Irish Christianity.
These engaging readings chronicle Patrick’s remarkable journey: his early years in Britain, his six years of slavery in Ireland, his daring escape, and his courageous return as a missionary. Pupils will explore themes of forgiveness, perseverance, and transformative faith while learning about the man behind the legendary 17th March celebration.
This resource includes two richly illustrated versions of The Life of Saint Patrick biography, complete with fascinating miracle stories, a detailed timeline, and historical context. The package contains:
A lower-level version suitable for Key Stage 2 (Years 4-6)
An upper-level version with enhanced historical detail for Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9)
Comprehensive assessment materials include:
3 levels of SAT-style multiple-choice quizzes
4 levels of mixed-format written assessments (featuring multiple choice, true/false, vocabulary matching, chronological ordering, and short answer questions)
2 levels of biography summary cloze activities
2 levels of true or false quizzes
2 differentiated vocabulary-building crossword puzzles
Complete answer keys for all activities
All worksheets are thoughtfully differentiated to support mixed-ability learning.
Perfect for teaching about St Patrick’s Day (17th March), Christian saints, or Irish history and culture. This resource helps pupils understand the historical significance behind the global celebration of St Patrick’s Day while developing critical reading and analytical skills. Suitable for Years 3-9 across English, History, and Religious Education curricula.
Complete Your Patron Saints Collection!
Explore the lives of all four British Isles patron saints with these differentiated reading comprehension packages:
Saint George: England’s Patron Saint - Reading Comprehension & Activities
Saint David: Wales’ Patron Saint - Reading Comprehension & Activities
Saint Andrew: Scotland’s Patron Saint - Reading Comprehension & Activities
Each package includes two reading levels, comprehensive activities, and engaging puzzles - perfect for cross-curricular studies and RE throughout the year!
Christmas Classics Reading Comprehension Bundle (2 Resources)
Bring the magic of the holiday season to your classroom with this engaging bundle featuring two timeless Christmas stories:
The Nativity Story Reading Comprehension
'Twas the Night Before Christmas: A Visit From St. Nicholas
Designed for years 3–8, each resource includes captivating reading passages along with multiple-choice quizzes, written response sheets, sequencing tasks, cloze activities, crossword puzzles, and vocabulary exercises. This bundle enhances reading comprehension and critical thinking skills while immersing students in the cherished narratives that celebrate the spirit of Christmas.
Explore six major world religions with this comprehensive bundle featuring two levels of differentiated texts for each religion:
Christianity
Buddhism
Judaism
Sikhism
Islam
Hinduism
BONUS The Golden Rule World Religions Reading Resource
Each resource includes leveled reading passages, multiple-choice quizzes, mixed-style question sheets, written response activities, cloze summaries, and engaging crosswords. Perfect for fostering understanding, critical thinking, and cultural awareness in diverse classrooms!
Explore the significance of interfaith harmony and shared human values with this engaging reading comprehension bundle! Perfect for Grades 4–9 (Lexile 950L–1050L), this bundle includes two captivating texts:
World Religion Day – Learn the history and significance of this Bahá’í-inspired celebration, promoting respect, tolerance, and diversity.
Golden Rule Across Religions – Discover how 12 world religions embrace kindness, empathy, and treating others as you’d wish to be treated.
What’s Included:
Mixed-style questions
Multiple-choice quizzes (differentiated levels)
True/False activities
Cloze summaries
Crossword puzzles
Written response sheets
Full answer keys
Promote critical thinking, cultural understanding, and open-mindedness with these ready-to-use resources!