A reading comprehension passage with an informational text, a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the ancient king of the city of Uruk in Mesopotamia and the Epic of Gilgamesh, an ancient poem believed to be the oldest story ever written.
The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in Year 3 or Year 4. Students will learn key facts about the famous ruler and story whilst working on their comprehension skills.
Included in this PDF printable resource:
- A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
- An informational text
- A comprehension activity with ten questions
- Two grammar questions about the text
- An extension writing activity
- A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
- An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
- A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
- A wordsearch puzzle
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This resource is great for:
- In class learning
- Independent work
- Homework
- Guided reading sessions
- Assessment practice
- Reading interventions
- Emergency sub plans
The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.
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Epic of Gilgamesh Reading Comprehension & Informational Writing Bundle | Year 3 or Year 4
An informational writing unit and reading comprehension activities about the ancient king of the city of Uruk in Mesopotamia and the Epic of Gilgamesh, an ancient poem believed to be the oldest story ever written. The bundle has four separate lessons and is perfect for students in Year 3 or Year 4. Included in the Informational Writing Unit: * Three fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphs * Writing templates for four draft paragraphs * A prompt sheet for students to write their introduction * A template for students to write up their neat informational text * A crossword & wordsearch to consolidate learning Included in the Reading Activity: * A teacher presentation to introduce the topic * An informational text * A comprehension activity with eight varied questions * Two grammar questions about the text * An extension writing activity * A multiple choice quiz about the text * An answer page for self-assessment or teacher use * A crossword & wordsearch to consolidate learning β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β» This resource is great for: * In class learning * Independent work * Homework * Creative writing sessions * Assessment practice * Emergency sub plans The reading activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document. It also contains a multiple choice quiz, a crossword activity and a wordsearch puzzle to consolidate learning. The Informational Writing Unit is split into three lessons. The first lesson is interactive and involves them cutting out facts, and then sorting these facts into paragraphs. In the second lesson the children need to use these facts to write four paragraphs. Then, in the final lesson your class will need to use the format provided to write an introduction for the text before checking their draft paragraphs for mistakes and writing up their work into a neat copy on the template provided. βββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββ For more great resources follow my store ββ [CLICK HERE](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/CreativePrimaryLit)
Year 3 or Year 4 Ancient Mesopotamia Mega Bundle of Activities
This bundle contains five reading comprehension activities about key events from Ancient Mesopotamia and influential people from the era; a timeline display or sorting activity; a biography writing unit about Sargon of Akkad; and three informational writing units about Ancient Mesopotamia, Hammurabi's Code and the Epic of Gilgamesh. 22 Lessons, or 22 hours of activities, with NO PREP needed! β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β» Firstly, there are five reading activities, or informational texts, about: * An Overview of Ancient Mesopotamia * Sargon of Akkad * Epic of GIlgamesh * Hammurabi's Code * Advancements of Mesopotamia These activities require NO PREP and have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity, crossword puzzle and wordsearch for those fast finishers. Answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of each document. Secondly, there is a biography writing unit about Sargon of Akkad. The unit has been split into four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each. Then, there are three informational text writing units about Ancient Mesopotamia, Hammurabi's Code and the Epic of Gilgamesh. The units have each been split into three or four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each. Finally, there is an Ancient Mesopotamia Timeline Activity and Display. It is perfect for introducing students to the some of the key events and people of Ancient Mesopotamia. There are 38 posters or task cards that include many of the key events from the beginning of the first settlements, the Epic of Gilgamesh, Hammurabi's Code and the conquering of the region by Alexander the Great. βββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββ For more great resources follow my store ββ [CLICK HERE](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/CreativePrimaryLit)
LKS2 Emergency Substitution Plans | Ancient Mesopotamia
These easy to use, no prep, substitution plans give you an ideal back up plan to have ready in your classroom just in case. The bundle contains five reading comprehension activities about key events or influential figures from Ancient Mesopotamia, a biography writing unit, and three informational writing units. Ideal for emergency sub plans in Year 3 or Year 4. 20 Lessons, or 20 hours of activities, with NO PREP needed! β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β»β» Firstly, there are five reading comprehension activities, or informational texts, about: * An Overview of Ancient Mesopotamia * Sargon of Akkad * Epic of GIlgamesh * Hammurabi's Code * Advancements of Mesopotamia These activities require NO PREP and have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity, a crossword and a wordsearch for those fast finishers. Answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of each document. Then, there is a biography writing unit about Sargon of Akkad. The unit has been split into four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each. Finally, there is three informational writing unit about Ancient Mesopotamia, the Epic of Gilgamesh and Hammurabi's Code. The unit has again been split into three or four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each. Good luck, I hope you find the resource useful! βββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββ For more great resources follow my store ββ CLICK HERE
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