Engaging, contemporary and language-rich resources for challenging your language learners to greater proficiency. Building MFL reading skills and general knowledge with fun, vocabulary-driven worksheets that are ideal for topic-based class project work, cover worksheets or homework.
Engaging, contemporary and language-rich resources for challenging your language learners to greater proficiency. Building MFL reading skills and general knowledge with fun, vocabulary-driven worksheets that are ideal for topic-based class project work, cover worksheets or homework.
This four-page German activity worksheet explores the origins and traditions of Saint Valentine’s Day, from its Roman origins to practices in the German-speaking countries today. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about the day itself, as well as wider themes of celebration.
The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each. A third page includes vocabulary exercises to consolidate new words, with a true/false quiz on the fourth page (with some humorous red herrings!).
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), designed to encourage gist-reading longer texts.
A page with answers to all the questions is supplied at the end of the worksheet.
This four-page English (EFL) activity worksheet explores the origins and traditions of Shrove Tuesday, or Pancake Day, in the UK. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about the day itself, as well as wider themes of celebration.
The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each (including, of course, instructions on how to make a pancake!). A third page includes vocabulary exercises to consolidate new words, with a true/false quiz on the fourth page (with some humorous red herrings!).
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), designed to encourage gist-reading longer texts. Link-up topics include Celebrations and Festivals, and Food and Drink.
A page with answers to all the questions is supplied at the end of the worksheet.
Two-page Spanish activity worksheet on Black History Month, presenting and drilling vocabulary and phrases useful to discussion of the topic in Spanish. As well as a vocabulary section, there is a short introductory reading passage and three comprehension activities designed to drill the vocabulary in both the present and past (preterite) tense; all aim to activate general reading and context / gist skills beyond the listed vocab.
The level is appropriate for KS4 pre-GCSE groups (Years 9-11, ages 14-16), but would also be useful for proficient KS3 groups covering society-based topics in class.
Great as homework or as a cover lesson worksheet. An answer key is included, so the worksheet can be used by non-subject specialist educators as well.
This set of two-page activity worksheets on Martin Luther King aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about both the man and his legacy, as well as and wider issues of social engagement. The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), and is designed to support gist-reading skills.
A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.
This two-page French activity worksheet on Martin Luther King aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about both the man and his legacy, as well as and wider issues of social engagement. The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), with plenty of cognates designed to encouraging gist-reading longer texts.
A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.
This two-page Italian activity worksheet on Martin Luther King aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about both the man and his legacy, as well as and wider issues of social engagement. The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), and is designed to support gist-reading skills with plenty of cognates.
A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.
This two-page German activity worksheet on Martin Luther King aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about both the man and his legacy, as well as and wider issues of social engagement. The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), and is designed to support gist-reading skills.
A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.
This three-page Spanish activity worksheet presents a potted history of Robert Burns, and explores Burns Night traditions in Scotland. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to discuss elements of Scottish culture, and more widely, themes of celebration and national holidays.
The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each. A third page features a typical Burns Night itinerary, with further comprehension questions.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), with plenty of cognates designed to encouraging gist-reading longer texts.
In terms of language topic link-ups, the vocabulary in the worksheet feeds well into Food and Drink, Friends and Family and Special Occasions.
A fourth page including suggested model answers is supplied.
Trigger warning: mention of alcohol (the traditional dram of whisky).
This three-page Italian activity worksheet presents a potted history of Robert Burns, and explores Burns Night traditions in Scotland. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to discuss elements of Scottish culture, and more widely, themes of celebration and national holidays.
The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each. A third page features a typical Burns Night itinerary, with further comprehension questions.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), with plenty of cognates designed to gently encourage gist-reading longer texts.
In terms of language topic link-ups, the vocabulary in the worksheet feeds well into Food and Drink, Friends and Family and Special Occasions.
A fourth page including suggested model answers is supplied.
Trigger warning: mention of alcohol (the traditional dram of whisky).
This two-page English language activity worksheet presents a history and discussion of Australia Day. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to discuss elements of culture, and more widely, themes of social engagement. The tone is factual and neutral, with a fourth section on perceived controversies that could form the basis of wider class discussion on decolonisation and similar topics.
The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale, designed to encourage gist-reading longer texts.
A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.
Trigger warning: discussion of colonial themes.
This two-page French activity worksheet presents a history and discussion of Australia Day. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to discuss elements of culture, and more widely, themes of social engagement. The tone is factual and neutral, with a fourth section on perceived controversies that could form the basis of wider class discussion on decolonisation and similar topics.
The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale, with plenty of cognates designed to encourage gist-reading longer texts.
A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.
Trigger warning: discussion of colonial themes.
This three-page German activity worksheet explores the origins and traditions of Chinese New Year, including how it is celebrated by communities in Germany. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about the festival itself, as well as wider themes of celebration.
The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each. A third page includes vocabulary exercises to consolidate new words.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), designed to encourage gist-reading longer texts.
In terms of language topic link-ups, the vocabulary in the worksheet feeds well into Food and Drink, Friends and Family and Special Occasions.
A page with answers to all the questions is supplied at the end of the worksheet.
This three-page Italian activity worksheet explores the origins and traditions of Chinese New Year, including how it is celebrated in and around Italy’s Chinese communities. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about the festival itself, as well as wider themes of celebration.
The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each. A third page includes vocabulary exercises to consolidate new words.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), with plenty of cognates designed to encourage gist-reading longer texts.
In terms of language topic link-ups, the vocabulary in the worksheet feeds well into Food and Drink, Friends and Family and Special Occasions.
A page with answers to all the questions is supplied at the end of the worksheet.
This set of three-page activity worksheets presents a potted history of Robert Burns, and explores Burns Night traditions in Scotland. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to discuss elements of Scottish culture, and more widely, themes of celebration and national holidays.
The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each. A third page features a typical Burns Night itinerary, with further comprehension questions.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), and is designed to gently encourage gist-reading longer texts.
In terms of language topic link-ups, the vocabulary in the worksheet feeds well into Food and Drink, Friends and Family and Special Occasions.
A fourth page including suggested model answers is supplied.
Trigger warning: mention of alcohol (the traditional dram of whisky).
Explore the spooky, the macabre and the downright terrifying stories that the Spanish-speaking world has to offer this Halloween! This two-page reading comprehension worksheet presents four spine-chilling stories from lore spanning a number of countries, along with comprehension questions for each and vocabulary support. It offers a truly authentic Spanish take on Halloween, introducing El Chupacabra, La Llorona, El Cucuy and El Silbón in all their chilling glory.
The worksheet level is ideal for pushing proficient students at around A2-B1 on the CEFR scale (so pre-GCSE, able Year 8/9), encouraging gist-reading and reading for fun.
A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.
Just don’t attempt it in the dark!
Trigger warning: themes of violence and horror that may not be suitable for younger or sensitive students.
Explore the spooky, the macabre and the downright terrifying stories that the German-speaking world has to offer this Halloween! This two-page reading comprehension worksheet presents four spine-chilling stories from gothic lore spanning Germany, Austria and Switzerland, along with comprehension questions for each and vocabulary support. It offers a truly authentic Germanic take on Halloween, introducing the der Basilisk von Wien, der Alptraum von Freiburg, die weiße Frau von Berlin and die Hexe von Zug in all their chilling glory.
The worksheet level is ideal for pushing proficient students at around A2-B1 on the CEFR scale (so pre-GCSE, able Year 8/9), encouraging gist-reading and reading for fun.
A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.
Just don’t attempt it in the dark!
Trigger warning: themes of violence and horror that may not be suitable for younger or sensitive students.
Explore the spooky, the macabre and the downright terrifying stories that Britain has to offer this Halloween! This two-page reading comprehension worksheet presents four spine-chilling stories from British folklore, along with comprehension questions for each and vocabulary support. It offers a truly authentic British take on Halloween, introducing the Black Dog of Bungay, the Loch Ness Monster, the Selkies and the Borley Rectory in all their chilling glory.
The worksheet level is ideal for pushing proficient students at around A2-B1 on the CEFR scale, encouraging gist-reading and reading for fun.
A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.
Just don’t attempt it in the dark!
Trigger warning: themes of violence and horror that may not be suitable for younger or sensitive students.
A set of two-page reading comprehension worksheets, each presenting three short reading passages in the target language on Diwali, along with comprehension questions and vocabulary support. Topics covered include cover the meaning and rituals of Diwali, as well as the significance and celebration of the festival in the target language countries. There is also a short definitions quiz at the end of each worksheet.
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for Year 8/9 and pre-GCSE), designed to encouraging gist-reading.
A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.
Four authentic spooky tales from the respective target language countries, intended to push the reading skills of CEFR A2 learners.
Trigger warning: horror themes that may not be suitable for younger students
This four-page Spanish activity worksheet explores the origins and traditions of Saint Valentine’s Day in the Spanish-speaking world. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about the day itself, as well as wider themes of celebration.
The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each. A third page includes vocabulary exercises to consolidate new words, with a true/false quiz on the fourth page (with some humorous red herrings!).
The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 7 and Years 8/9), with plenty of cognates designed to encourage gist-reading longer texts.
A page with answers to all the questions is supplied at the end of the worksheet.
