EAL Past Tense Verb Memory Games: Classroom & Everyday Essential Verbs
Master English Verbs Through Fun Memory Games!
What’s Included:
72 Classroom & School-Related Verbs
108 Essential Everyday Verbs
3 Game Variations for each verb set
Game Versions:
Simple Present Match (match identical verb cards)
Present-Past Match (match present to past tense)
Complete Verb Forms (match V1, V2, V3 - base form, past tense, and past participle. Example: write, wrote, written)
Perfect for EAL Learning!
Each card features clear illustrations paired with the verb text, making learning intuitive and engaging. These memory games build confidence and fluency while reinforcing verb tenses through active play.
How to Play:
Shuffle and lay out the cards face-down
Players take turns flipping two cards
Find matching pairs (identical illustrations with corresponding verb forms)
Player with the most pairs wins!
Game Details:
Players: 2-5 students (ideal for small groups)
Duration: 20-30 minutes per game
Cards per Game: 48 cards (24 pairs) - Create hundreds of unique game combinations from the ≈170 provided verbs (72 classroom verbs + 108 everyday verbs)!
Printing Tip: Print on thin card stock for durability. Decorative card back patterns are included to prevent see-through and create a professional finish.
Extended Learning Activities:
Create sentences using the verbs in different tenses
Use illustrations as conversation starters
Practice talking about the illustrations using adjectives, adverbs, and prepositions
Mix and match verb sets for endless combinations!
Perfect for EAL learners, tutoring sessions, and language learning centers. Watch your students’ confidence grow as they master essential English verbs through play!
Complete your verb teaching toolkit with:
EAL Newcomer: Essential Verbs & Verb Tenses
Irregular Verbs V1,V2,V3
Verb Mats
EAL Newcomer - Interactive ESL Activity
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!
Transform your simile teaching with this money-saving bundle combining my popular Simile Matching Cards and Quiz-Trade Simile Cards.
Progress from recognition to creation with hundreds of illustrated cards that support differentiated learning. Start with visual matching activities, build understanding through clear explanations, and advance to independent simile creation through active learning. Save $ on these complementary resources!
WH Question Words – Master Essential Questions!
Unlock the Power of Questions with 138 Unique Task Cards!
Transform your classroom with these engaging Question Words Task Cards, perfect for fostering critical thinking and boosting pupils’ understanding of key question words. This versatile resource includes 138 unique task cards with illustrated sentences and supporting question word images, designed to support and challenge learners of various skill levels.
Ideal for Years 1–3.
What’s Included:
Version 1: Features What, Who, When, Where, Why, Which, and How – a comprehensive set of 72 task cards across 3 sets of 24.
Version 2: Includes Whose instead of What for a unique twist on questioning and slightly trickier options – 48 task cards across 2 sets of 24.
Higher-Level Version: Challenges learners with all 8 question words (What, Who, Whose, When, Where, Why, Which, How), using higher-order thinking – 18 task cards in one advanced set.
Each version comes numbered (for easy use with recording sheets) and unnumbered (perfect for worksheets or to colour the corresponding question word on worksheet slips).
Ideal for individual practice, group work, or interactive learning stations, this resource is a must-have for any teacher looking to improve pupils’ questioning skills while making learning fun and engaging.
Get your pupils asking and answering like pros – grab this resource today!
Master Indefinite Pronouns: Engaging Activities for Ages 7-11!
This comprehensive resource pack makes teaching indefinite pronouns fun and effective! Perfect for differentiated instruction, centers, homework, or assessment.
What’s Included:
• 30 Illustrated Task Cards featuring engaging scenarios and multiple-choice options
• 3 Interactive A4 Foldables exploring pronoun families (-where, -one, -body etc.)
• 5 Differentiated Worksheets for varied learning levels
Key Features:
• Clear, child-friendly examples and explanations
• Thought-provoking questions that build understanding
• Progressive difficulty levels to support all learners
• Ready-to-use materials requiring minimal prep
The Worksheets:
• Levels 1-3: Focus on identifying and underlining indefinite pronouns
• Levels 4-5: Higher-order thinking
Perfect for:
• Small group activities
• Independent practice
• Learning centers
• Homework assignments
• Assessment
• ESL/EAL students
Answer keys provided
Give your students the tools they need to master indefinite pronouns with this engaging, comprehensive resource!
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.
Get Moving with Similes: Active Learning Cards
Enliven your English lessons with this dynamic set of simile cards, perfect for active learning and speaking activities. This comprehensive resource uses the Quiz-Trade approach to develop pupils’ understanding and creative use of figurative language through movement and peer interaction.
Contents:
Set 1: Illustrated Simile Cards (70 double-sided cards)
Front: Vibrant illustrated similes
Reverse: Concise explanations detailing both the literal meanings and, for similes with dual meanings, the idiomatic interpretations.
Set 2: Creative Writing Simile Prompts (70 single-sided cards)
Illustrated prompts (such as “as strong as…,” “as boring as…,” “as fun as…”)
Designed for independent simile creation
Supports creative thinking and literacy development
Ideal For:
Key Stage 2 and 3 English
Literacy intervention groups
EAL pupils
Whole-class active learning
Creative writing warm-ups
This hands-on resource transforms simile learning into an active, engaging experience as pupils move about the classroom, exchanging cards and crafting their own similes. The two-tiered approach supports differentiated learning - starting with complete similes before progressing to independent creation - perfect for meeting National Curriculum requirements while keeping pupils active and engaged as they develop from understanding existing similes to confidently creating their own descriptive comparisons.
For additional simile practice, check out my Simile Matching Cards resource
The Great Zodiac Race - Chinese New Year Legend Reading Comprehension
Differentiated for Key Stage 2 & 3
Capture your pupils’ imagination with the captivating legend of the Chinese zodiac, delving into the traits and tales behind each animal in this iconic race. Perfect for exploring the traditions of Lunar New Year and Chinese New Year, this beautifully illustrated reading comprehension resource features two differentiated texts, making it ideal for a variety of learning needs:
Lower Level (400L–600L, suitable for Years 3–4): A simplified version with clear, concise language and larger, reader-friendly text, designed for younger or less confident readers. It focuses on the key events and character interactions in an accessible, age-appropriate way.
Higher Level (600L–800L, suitable for Years 5–8): A more advanced version offering greater detail and vocabulary to challenge fluent or older readers while enhancing their understanding of the story’s themes.
Both versions bring the zodiac’s origin story to life, showcasing themes of cleverness, teamwork, kindness, and perseverance in a memorable cultural narrative.
What’s Included:
Each level comes with engaging, differentiated activities designed to support comprehension and vocabulary building:
Mixed-Style Question Sheets: Vocabulary matching, sequencing, cloze passages, true/false activities, and written responses to encourage critical thinking.
True or False Activities: Evaluate understanding of key details and main ideas.
Multiple Choice Quizzes: One version for the lower level and two for the higher level to assess comprehension interactively.
Cloze Summary Activity: Strengthens vocabulary while reinforcing the story’s key elements.
2 Crossword Puzzles: Fun, interactive practice to solidify understanding of key terms and ideas.
Traditional Written Comprehension Sheets: Double-sided for reflective practice and written responses.
Answer Keys
For another Lunar New Year resource, check out Legend of Nian: Differentiated Reading
The Legend of Nian – Differentiated Reading Comprehension
Bring the Legend of Nian to life in your classroom with this engaging and differentiated reading pack. Perfect for exploring the themes of Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year, this resource offers two levels of text to suit a range of abilities:
Lower Level (450L–650L, suitable for Years 3–5): Simplified language and clear sentence structure for younger or emerging readers, introducing key themes and traditions.
Higher Level (850L–950L, suitable for Years 5–7): More complex language and depth, offering a greater challenge while exploring cultural traditions and folklore.
Both texts provide a captivating retelling of the Legend of Nian and introduce traditions like firecrackers, red decorations, and dragon dances, helping pupils understand their cultural significance.
What’s Included:
At each reading level, students will find a variety of activities designed to deepen understanding and reinforce key concepts:
Mixed-Style Question Sheets: Vocabulary matching, sequencing, cloze passages, true/false activities, and written response questions to foster critical thinking.
True or False Activities: Evaluates understanding of cultural and story elements.
Multiple Choice Quizzes: Includes two versions for the higher level and one for the lower level to assess comprehension in an interactive way.
Cloze Summary Activity: Enhances vocabulary retention while reinforcing the main ideas of the story.
2 Crossword Puzzles: Fun and engaging activities to expand word knowledge and comprehension.
Traditional Written Comprehension Sheets: Double-sided for reflective practice, offering opportunities for deeper engagement with the text.
Answer Keys included for all activities, making this resource easy to implement and use.
Perfect for promoting cultural literacy, critical thinking, and differentiation in Years 3–7 classrooms.
For another Lunar New Year resource, check out CNY Zodiac Race: A Lunar New Year Story.