Engage learners and foster a profound respect and understanding of Sikhism through this collection of four pivotal traditional Sikh stories, which illuminate the roots and core principles of the Sikh faith.
Included are the following four traditional Sikh stories:
The Story of Guru Nanak and the Full Bowl of Milk: A well-known tale from the life of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, illustrating his teachings of kindness, humility, and the universality of goodness.
Guru Hargobind’s Justice (traditionally known as Bandi Chhor Divas): Commemorating the release of Guru Hargobind along with 52 Hindu princes from imprisonment in the Gwalior Fort. This event is celebrated by Sikhs worldwide on the same day as Diwali but holds distinct significance in Sikh tradition.
Emperor Akbar Visits Guru Amar Das: Highlighting the humility, equality, and principles of self-sufficiency practiced in Sikhism, particularly exemplified by Guru Amar Das and his langar, where all are welcomed and treated equally regardless of social status.
Guru Nanak’s Needle: Illustrating the spiritual lesson of detachment from material wealth and the importance of focusing on good deeds and virtues rather than accumulating riches.
Each story is written at an approximate middle school reading level, and accompanied by illustrations and “Did You Know?” boxes presenting fascinating facts about the Sikh religion.
Each story comes with:
Double-sided multiple-choice quizzes
Double-sided written response comprehension sheets
Shorter, single-sided written response versions for each story
Detailed marking answer sheets
Complements my Sikh Introduction worksheets superbly!
Also see Sikh Stories Pack B
Buddhist Stories and Jewish Stories
Immerse learners in the profound wisdom and values of Sikhism through this curated collection of four seminal traditional Sikh stories, which shed light on the origins and guiding principles of this faith.
Included in this Pack B are the following four traditional Sikh narratives:
“The Test of Humility: Guru Amar Das Chooses His Successor” - Depicting the virtues of humility, diligence, and devotion embodied by Jetha, who later became Guru Ram Das, the fourth Sikh Guru.
“Makhan Shah and the True Guru” - Chronicling Makhan Shah’s pious quest to identify Guru Har Krishan’s true successor, which led him to recognize Guru Tegh Bahadur as the rightful Guru, fulfilling a sacred prophecy.
“The Taste of Truth: Guru Nanak and Malik Bhago” - Underscoring the importance of earning an honest livelihood through ethical means, as exemplified by the contrast between the bread of the greedy Malik Bhago and the simple yet wholesome bread of the truthful Bhai Lalo.
“The Birth of the Khalsa” - Recounting the pivotal moment when Guru Gobind Singh initiated the Khalsa, a committed order of pure and valiant Sikhs, during the Baisakhi festival of 1699 at Anandpur Sahib, marking a defining event in Sikh history symbolizing righteousness, equality, and courage.
Each narrative is crafted at an approximate middle school reading level, accompanied by vibrant illustrations and “Did You Know?” insights providing fascinating facts about the Sikh faith.
Furthermore, the resource includes:
Double-sided multiple-choice quizzes
Double-sided written response comprehension sheets
Abridged single-page written response versions
Comprehensive marking answer keys
Also see Sikh Stories Pack A
Buddhist Stories and Jewish Stories
Embark on a journey through Christmas past and present with my ‘Holiday Traditions Explored’ bundle. This educational package combines four insightful resources:
’The History of the Christmas Tree,’ tracing the evolution of Christmas trees from ancient times to the present.
’Christingles Information Text,’ which delves into the rich history and symbolism of Christingles since 1747, exploring their role in community gatherings and their ties to The Children’s Society charity.
’Saint Nicholas Biography,’ offering a detailed look at the life of Saint Nicholas, his contributions to Christmas traditions, and his lasting legacy as the beloved Santa Claus.
’Saint Nicholas Biography,’ Single PAge Version
Ideal for learners looking to understand the deeper meanings behind these festive customs.
Islam and Ramadan Reading Comprehension Bundle
Explore the beliefs and traditions of Islam with this comprehensive bundle, designed to engage learners with differentiated texts and activities. Perfect for KS2 and KS3, this resource provides everything you need to teach Islamic culture, practices, and celebrations.
What’s Included:
Introduction to Islam Reading Comprehension Pack
Two differentiated 2-page texts (approx. Years 6 and 9 reading levels).
Covers Allah, Shahadah, Salah, Hajj, Ramadan, Eid, and more.
Activities: Multiple-choice quizzes, written response sheets, crosswords, cloze summary, and true/false worksheet.
Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr Reading Comprehension Packs
FIVE differentiated texts (approx. Years 3–5 to Years 5–8 reading levels).
Explores fasting, prayer, Laylat al-Qadr, and Eid celebrations.
Activities: Multiple-choice quizzes, sequencing, cloze summaries, crosswords, differentiated wordsearches, and written comprehension sheets.
Why This Bundle is Perfect for Your Classroom:
Differentiated texts cater to a variety of reading abilities.
Activities build comprehension, critical thinking, and vocabulary skills.
Ideal for fostering cultural understanding and global awareness.
Save preparation time and help students connect with Islamic traditions through this engaging and thoughtfully crafted bundle!
Includes:
Legend of Nian: Differentiated Chinese Folktale Reading Resource
Chinese Zodiac Race: Reading Activities for Lunar New Year
Description:
Dive into the stories and symbols of Lunar New Year with this folklore-focused bundle. This set covers the Legend of Nian and the Chinese Zodiac, engaging learners with differentiated texts, activities, and cultural exploration. Ideal for teaching about Chinese traditions while developing literacy skills.
Includes:
Chinese New Year Reading Comprehension
Legend of Nian: Differentiated Chinese Folktale Reading Resource
Description:
Explore the cultural significance of Chinese New Year with this reading and folklore bundle! Featuring differentiated reading texts and activities, this pack covers both the customs of the Spring Festival and the Legend of Nian, offering a deep dive into this global celebration.
Discover the Nativity story with this three-level differentiated pack, perfect for Christmas reading.
Features engaging activities for lower, middle, and advanced readers: vocabulary, cloze, true/false, sequencing, written responses, multiple-choice quizzes, crosswords, and more.
Answer keys included for easy marking. Ideal for festive lessons and mixed-ability classrooms!
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.
242 Phonics worksheets!
Phonics worksheets which can be used with any phonics scheme
Covers all phonics blends, digraphs, trigraphs and diphthongs.
For each phonics sound, blend, digraph, etc. there are 5 or 6 phonics pages:
Add the blend or digraph to the word and connect to the matching picture
Clear clip-art (black and white - perfect for colouring) phonics labeling page using 9 carefully chosen example phonics words/clip-art
followed by a fun read and draw page
Write the blend or digraph and read the words with the aid of sound buttons and lines under each grapheme.
Find, highlight and write the words containing each specific blend (or digraph, trigraph etc.)
then a cloze page of decodable sentences which have been carefully sequenced to progressively incorporate words that are consistent with the letters and corresponding phonemes that have been taught to the new reader/speller in previous pages of the book (plus sight words)
Could be made into a 242 page phonics workbook, or individual pages can be printed off and photocopied.
(I have uploaded two versions of the book - the original 168 page standard version, and a 242 extended version)
Perfect for beginner readers and spellers.
Also great for EAL students to help build vocabulary alongside reading and spelling skills.
Made by an experienced phonics teacher, and used in classrooms weekly.
Phonics cooperative partner activity
Phase 3 Set 1 Worksheets
Phase 3 Set 2 Worksheets
Phase 3 Set 3 Worksheets
Spelling Mats Phase 3 and Phase 5
This comprehensive Hinduism resource bundle brings ancient Hindu culture and beliefs to life through vivid illustrations and engaging activities. The bundle includes two levels of informative Hinduism non-fiction text overviewing key aspects like Hindu Gods and deities, holy books, and rituals. It also contains three retellings of cherished Hindu traditional stories and myths highlighting Ganesh, Krishna, and the Hindu creation story.
Differentiated worksheets, quizzes, and writing prompts cater to diverse learning levels, allowing students to deepen their understanding of these myths and of core Hindu beliefs. Suitable for upper elementary through high school, these thoughtfully designed materials aim to captivate interest and encourage meaningful connections with this important world culture.
7 non-chronological reports texts - 7 habitats.
Non-chronological report, non-fiction, fact files.
Carefully researched & written and used in my own classroom.
Non chronological reports are double-sided A4 and include these features:
Topic Title,
Introduction Paragraph,
Subheadings,
Paragraphs,
Fact Boxes,
Bullet point lists,
Glossary,
Factual Language,
Present tense verbs,
3rd person point of view,
(some with labeled diagrams and maps)
Habitat Report titles:
Desert Habitats
Oceans Habitats
Polar Habitats
Freshwater Habitats
Temperate Forest Habitats
Rainforest Habitat
Grassland Habitats
Enhance lessons on Buddhism with this collection of eight beloved Buddhist stories. These skillfully written and beautifully illustrated tales cover essential stories that have shaped Buddhist beliefs and practices.
Included are:
The Birth of the Buddha
The Swan and the Arrow
The Four Sights of the Buddha
The Enlightenment of the Buddha
The First Sermon, Setting in Motion the Wheel of Dharma
Kisagotami and the Mustard Seed
The Story of Angulimala
The Death of the Buddha
Each of the eight stories functions as a stand-alone lesson on Buddhism or could be used as engaging literacy short story reading comprehension. Each story is written in an engaging and accessible style with supporting “Buddhist Insights” and “Words of Enlightenment” fact boxes, and is beautifully illustrated.
Each story comes with:
A double-sided multiple choice quiz
A double-sided written response paper
A single-sided written response paper
Answer sheets
These classic Buddhist tales will inspire students and expand their knowledge. By engaging with these beautifully crafted stories, students will gain deep appreciation for Buddhist teachings and traditions while building essential literacy skills and enriching their understanding of world cultures.
Would make great follow on lessons to my Buddhism Introduction Text
Please, also see my Sikhism resources and Jewish Stories
Reading comprehension mega pack of 84 fables, available as a bundle download at great value. This pack includes all the most famous classic fables such as “The Hare and the Tortoise,” “The Fox and the Stork,” and “The Lion and the Mouse.” 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 skills.
Includes:
Chinese New Year Reading Comprehension
Legend of Nian: Differentiated Chinese Folktale Reading Resource
Chinese Zodiac Race: Reading Activities for Lunar New Year
Description:
Celebrate the Chinese New Year with this all-in-one literacy bundle! Perfect for fostering cultural awareness and building reading comprehension skills, this bundle includes differentiated reading texts, activities, and engaging resources exploring the traditions, folklore, and history of Lunar New Year. Ideal for Key Stages 2–3 or Grades 3–8 classrooms.
British Patron Saints Bundle: Four Reading Comprehension Biographies
Saint George: England’s Patron Saint
Saint Patrick: Ireland’s Patron Saint (+ Bonus St. Patrick’s Day)
Saint Andrew: Scotland’s Patron Saint
Saint David: Wales’ Patron Saint
Explore the fascinating lives of all four British Isles patron saints with this comprehensive bundle. Each saint’s resource includes two differentiated reading levels (suitable for Years 3-9), making them perfect for mixed-ability teaching. Every biography comes with matching comprehension activities, worksheets, and puzzles, ideal for English, History, and RE lessons throughout the year.
Each resource includes:
Two illustrated biography versions (Lower KS2 and Upper KS2/KS3)
Differentiated comprehension questions and activities
Vocabulary-building exercises and puzzles
Complete mark schemes
Celebrate these important cultural figures with ready-to-use resources for:
St George’s Day (23rd April)
St Patrick’s Day (17th March)
St Andrew’s Day (30th November)
St David’s Day (1st March)
Introduce students to Buddhist practices, beliefs, and iconic stories with this comprehensive Buddhism bundle.
The bundle includes:
Two leveled informational texts explaining Buddhist concepts, figures, and traditions.
Eight classic Buddhist tales that convey core teachings, including the birth and enlightenment of Buddha.
To build understanding, each text and story comes with extensive support materials:
Multiple choice and short answer quizzes
Close reading and critical thinking activities
Vocabulary practice like crosswords and matching
Written response and reflection prompts
Answer sheets
With differentiated readings, essential background knowledge, and beloved narratives, this bundle immerses students in Buddhist principles and history. Engaging stories, interactive activities, and visuals create memorable learning experiences about this globally influential religion.
Cleverly designed, ‘flippable’ phonics mats for phase 2,3 and 5.
(Also included my medial vowel table mat, and a bonus verb, noun, mat/poster resource+a huge split digraph flashcard resource)
One side has memorable clip-art images, reverse side has a word list of carefully selected example words.
Each side is laid out in the reverse order - so that when the clip-art side is printed and put back-to-back with the word list side the words are directly behind the image. This helps the learner to find the spelling pattern they are looking for as the mat is ‘flippable’.
Phonics Phase 3- Phase 5 Workbook
Phase 3 Set 1 Worksheets
Phase 3 Set 2 Worksheets
Phase 3 Set 3 Worksheets
Phase 3 Partner Activity
Carefully researched and written, this resource includes biographies of 8+ famous Egyptians, each with two differentiated versions and answer sheets. It also features a mini-biographies cut and sort activity, as well as generic biography fan-n-pick question cards. This comprehensive resource is perfect for teaching biographies, improving reading comprehension, and exploring Ancient and Modern Egyptian history.
Includes biographies for:
Hathshepsut,
Tutankhamum,
Mohammed Salah,
King Ramses II,
Howard Carter,
Khufu,
Zahi Hawass,
Amenthotp III,
Rawya Ateya (mini biography),
Lotfia Elnadi (mini biography),