Bring the Great Fire of London to Life for Your Learners Immerse your students in one of the most defining moments in British history with this captivating resource on the Great Fire of London. Meticulously researched and tailored for the UK national curriculum, this engaging resource offers a rich tapestry of historical details, heroic accounts, and enduring lessons from the catastrophic event that reshaped the city. On the fateful night of September 2, 1666, a simple bakery fire in Pudding Lane ignited a blaze that would forever change the course of London’s history. As the flames rapidly engulfed the city’s wooden structures, fanned by strong easterly winds, Londoners found themselves in a desperate battle against the raging inferno. From the Lord Mayor’s initial dismissal of the fire to the courageous efforts of King Charles II and his brother James, Duke of York, in organizing firefighting efforts, your students will witness the unfolding drama and the resilience of a city pushed to its limits. The aftermath of the Great Fire, though devastating, paved the way for a remarkable rebuilding effort that reshaped London’s landscape. Explore the innovative architectural designs of Sir Christopher Wren, the influx of skilled immigrants that boosted the city’s prosperity, and the lasting impact on urban planning and fire safety regulations. Through this captivating historical recounting, your students will gain a deep understanding of a pivotal moment in British history and develop invaluable insights into themes of resilience, perseverance, and the transformative power of adversity. Differentiated activities reinforce comprehension: Double sided text with fact box and illustration on reverse 2 levels of multiple-choice quizzes 3 levels of written response sheets with a variety of engaging question types, including multiple-choice, true/false, cloze sentences, sequencing, short answer, open-ended response, textual evidence questions, and analysis prompts 2 levels of event sequencing with true/false questions 2 Great Fire of London crosswords Answer keys provided Ignite your learners’ passion for history with this immersive exploration of the Great Fire of London and its enduring legacy.

Discover the Devastating Impact of the Great Plague of 1665 Transport your students back in time to the harrowing year of 1665, when a deadly outbreak of plague ravaged the city of London. This engaging and meticulously researched resource brings to life the chilling account of the Great Plague, offering a rich tapestry of historical details, heart-wrenching tales, and enduring lessons. As the plague spread through the overcrowded streets and alleyways, carried by flea-infested rats, Londoners found themselves in a desperate battle against the invisible yet lethal enemy. From the initial dismissal of the outbreak to the implementation of strict quarantine measures and the mass burial of victims in “plague pits,” your students will witness the unfolding horror and the resilience of a city pushed to the brink. The aftermath of the Great Plague, though catastrophic, laid bare the harsh realities of poverty, lack of medical knowledge, and the vulnerability of densely populated urban centers. Students will explore the societal impacts, the ineffective remedies attempted, and the enduring legacy of this devastating event on public health and urban planning. Through this captivating historical recounting, your students will not only gain a deep understanding of a pivotal moment in London’s history but also develop invaluable insights into themes of human resilience, the consequences of ignorance, and the transformative power of adversity. Differentiated activities reinforce comprehension: • 3 levels of SAT-style multiple-choice quizzes Lower level: 2 pages Middle level: 2 pages Higher level: 3 pages • 2 levels of written response sheets with a variety of engaging question types • 1 classic style 13 question double-sided written response (13 traditional paragraph answers) • Event sequencing activity with true/false questions • Cloze summary activity • 2 levels of Great Plague of London crossword puzzles Lower level Higher level • Answer keys provided for all activities Perfect for grades 6-11 across ELA, social studies, and history classrooms. Let your students catch the contagious plague of historical curiosity with this immersive look at the Great Plague that swept through London.

Master proper nouns with this hands-on resource! This engaging pack includes: • 4 A4 pages of sorting cards (96 cards in total) for sorting common vs. proper nouns like mountain/Mount Everest, holiday/Christmas, language/English • 2 contrasting example illustrated posters of common and proper nouns • 3 double-sided worksheets (2 higher, 1 lower level) for reinforcement Give your students fun practice identifying and using proper nouns correctly through interactive sorting activities and targeted worksheets. Also makes a great classroom display. Perfect for whole class, small group, or independent work!

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

Engage EAL newcomer learners with this interactive, fun, social-based vocabulary activity. “Ask Around: Essential Verbs” is designed to make learning English enjoyable and effective for EAL students. This activity encourages children to walk around the classroom, engaging with their peers by asking and answering essential, repetitive questions. This method incorporates key grammar and vocabulary building, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Key Features: Interactive Learning: Children interact with classmates, asking and answering questions to build social and academic vocabulary. Balanced Development: Combines social English and academic classroom English for accelerated learning, as research shows EAL social English develops faster. Comprehensive Grammar Coverage: Each set of verb sheets covers essential verb tenses in both asking and answering formats: Simple present tense third person singular (What does he do? He verbs or +es) Simple present tense with the modal verb can (What can she do? She can verb) Present continuous tense (+ing form) (What is he doing? She is verb+ing) Simple future tense using auxiliary will (What will she do tomorrow? Tomorrow, she will verb) Simple past tense (What did he do yesterday? Yesterday, he verb+ed) Present perfect tense 1st & 2nd person with auxiliary have/h (Have you ever verb? Yes, I have verb) Identifying and articulating V1 (base form), V2 (simple past), and V3 (past participle) Blank version with just clipart for additional questions or usage Matching flashcards Progressive Levels: 6 sets of question sheets, each with 15 verbs and 9 different verb tense practice versions. Labeled and Unlabeled Versions: Each sheet comes in both labeled (with words) and unlabeled versions for learners to either write themselves or try to remember without reading. Flashcards Included: Includes 100 matching flashcards for both direct teaching and various flashcard games, perfect for EAL specialist teachers, class teachers, or classroom assistants. Versatile Usage: Ideal for primary school level grammar lessons in the Kagan “Find Someone Who” format. Why Choose “Ask Around: Essential Verbs”? This resource seamlessly integrates essential verb practice with social English, creating a dynamic learning environment. By focusing on verbs and progressing through levels, students gain a solid foundation in English while enjoying the process. Additionally, this activity helps new EAL children make friends and feel a sense of belonging. Once familiar with the format, EAL learners can engage independently, allowing others to continue their grade-level work. Perfect for EAL specialists, classroom teachers, and assistants, this versatile tool supports EAL students effectively. Also see EAL Newcomer Classroom Nouns and Verbs And phonics vocabulary workbook

Immerse your students in one of the most captivating legends of Christian history! The Legend of Saint George is a powerful narrative closely linked to the origins of St. George’s Day, celebrated in England and other countries. This story recounts the life of St. George, from his birth in Cappadocia to his brave deeds as a Roman soldier, his unwavering faith, and his legendary battle with a fearsome dragon. The tale explores themes of courage, faith, selflessness, and standing up for one’s beliefs. This resource includes a double-sided, illustrated retelling of the story, with an informative St. George’s Day fact box and numerous supporting worksheets. The download includes two versions of the text: A lower-level version appropriate for years 4-5 An upper-level version with more details, aimed at years 6-8 The Legend of Saint George is a crucial story in Christian tradition, demonstrating bravery, faith, and the power of standing up for one’s beliefs. This legend led to St. George becoming the patron saint of England and other countries, showing how courage and kindness can inspire generations. A variety of engaging comprehension activities reinforce key details and higher-order thinking skills: 2 levels of multiple-choice, SAT-style quizzes 2 levels of traditional written response 2 levels of mixed style (multiple choice, true or false, cloze, vocabulary linking, event sequencing, and written response) 2 Levels Story and St. George’s Day cloze summary activity 4 versions of vocabulary-building crossword puzzles (i.e. 2 at each level) Also includes ink-saving version of each reading text 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. George, the patron saint of England, and the ethical principles that underpin Christian traditions of bravery and faith. Ideal for years4 - 8 ELA, social studies, and religious studies curricula. Also available: Saint David: Wales’ Patron Saint Reading Worksheets Saint Andrew: Scotland’s Patron Saint Reading Comprehension Saint David: Wales’ Saint Saint Nicholas Biography

Enhance your students’ understanding of grammar with this comprehensive set of Task Cards, Sorting Cards, and Worksheets designed to teach: Countable and Uncountable Nouns, Quantifiers (How Much/How Many), and Determiners (a, an, some, any). What’s Included: 60 Task Cards for Countable and Uncountable Nouns 60 Task Cards for Quantifier Questions (How Much or How Many) 60 Task Cards for Determiners (a, an, some, any) Sorting Cards for categorizing nouns as Countable or Uncountable 27 Differentiated Worksheets (A4 and A5 versions) Differentiated 3 Levels of Difficulty: Tailored to different skill levels - Easier, Mild, and Tricky - ensuring all learners are challenged appropriately. Engaging: Students can select the correct answer on each task card and record their responses on the provided answer sheets, making this activity perfect for individual practice, small group collaboration, or even homework assignments. Sorting Cards: Perfect for Sorting: Includes cards for categorizing nouns as Countable or Uncountable. Versatile Use: These cards are not only great for sorting activities but can also be used for display purposes, enriching your classroom environment. Differentiated Worksheets: Comes with matching worksheets where learners can color or circle their answers- perfect for reinforcing concepts in class or at home. With 180 task cards in total, differentiated activities, versatile sorting cards, and comprehensive worksheets, this set offers extensive practice for varied levels of learners. An organised ZIP file with folders and clear file names is also included in the download.

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

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

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!