Differentiated reading comprehension for a faithful retelling of the traditional tale The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen, suitable for readers aged 6 to 13 years. This differentiated reading comprehension pack includes: ➼2 leveled reading passages: a full-length version using rich vocabulary and literary devices to tell the complete fairy tale (2 pages), and a simplified, decodable version covering the key plot points (2 pages) ➼8 differentiated question sheets to check comprehension and skills mastery at every reading level The higher-level text uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs additional literary devices. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and is accompanied by four versions of differentiated comprehension questions: ➊ A classic 17 question worksheet using mainly compound retrieval/factual questions, some inference and author’s purpose questions. ➋ A classic 15 question worksheet with 15 essential comprehension questions. ➌ A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 39 Multiple-Choice SAT Style comprehension questions, including a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and author’s purpose questions - each question with 4 answer choices. ➍ A 9 event sequence, 8 question written response, and 17 multi-choice double sided question sheet (i.e. 26 mixed question format). The middle to lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, using decodable words whenever possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. It has a slightly larger font size, spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes four sets of differentiated question sheets: ➎ A 7 event sequencing and 15 essential written response comprehension question sheet. ➏ A matching 7 event sequencing and 15 essential comprehension question but as a multiple choice 3 answer choices version, using the same questions as the above version. ➐ A multiple-choice SAT style version with 30 SAT Style comprehension questions, including a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and author’s purpose questions - each question with 3 answer choices. ➑ A classic 9 question worksheet with 9 essential, straightforward easy to answer questions. Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets. With multiple text levels and comprehensive question sets, this adaptable resource promotes reading comprehension and skills practice.

Differentiated reading comprehension for a faithful retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s traditional tale ‘Thumbelina’, in which a tiny girl named Thumbelina grows from a magic seed. She is kidnapped by a toad but floats away on a lily pad. A beetle and a mouse shelter her through winter before a swallow saves her. The swallow takes her to a fairy palace where she marries a prince and gets her wings. Suitable for readersof traditional tales aged 7 to 12 years. Includes 2 levels of story text and 8 question worksheets. ➼ The higher/middle level text uses more complex vocabulary, includes more details, and employs some additional literary devices. It has a larger word count and is 2 A4 pages in length. Four versions of comprehension questions accompany this level of text: • A classic worksheet with 18 retrieval/factual questions. • A classic worksheet with 17 different retrieval/factual questions. • A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 32 questions that include a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and authors purpose questions. • A mixed question format sheet, with A 9 event sequence sorting question, 7 question written response, and 20 multi-choice double sided question sheet (i.e. 28 mixed question format). ➼ The lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, using easier to read words whenever possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact. It has a larger font size and spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes four sets of question sheets, perfect for lower level readers and EAL learners: • A 9 event sequence sorting question with 16 retrieval/factual questions requiring a written response. • A 6 event sequence sorting question with 25 simple questions that can be answered with short simple sentences, phrases or one word answers. • A 6 event sequence sorting question with 20 2 answer multiple choice questions. • A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 24 questions that include a mix of factual, main idea, detail, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, true or false, cause and effect, and authors purpose questions and 1 6 event sequencing question. Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.

Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for three retellings of the traditional tale The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen, suitable for readers aged 6 to 13 years. Includes: 3 leveled reading passages to accommodate different reading abilities: A challenging higher level text with complex vocabulary, more details, and additional literary devices (4 pages) A middle level text that has been shortened for easier reading, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence of the higher text (2 pages) A simplified lower level text for easier reading, using decodable words when possible, while keeping the key details, main plot points, and essence intact (2 pages) ➼ 22 accompanying worksheets differentiated across Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3 levels, focusing on key literacy skills including: Reading comprehension Vocabulary Sequencing Cause and effect Cloze (fill-in-the-blank) story summaries Multiple choice comprehension sheets in SAT format, covering skills like identifying main ideas, details, sequence, inferences, vocabulary, true or false statements, cause and effect relationships, and author’s purpose True/false Crosswords EAL versions Answer sheets for all activities Keep students engaged with texts tailored to their reading level, working within their zone of proximal development. Use the leveled passages and activity sheets independently or together to differentiate instruction. This comprehensive resource allows you to meet the needs of every reader!

Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for The Billy Goats Gruff, suitable for readers ages 6-11. This pack includes: 3 leveled reading passages: Lower-level text simplified for beginning readers (approx. year 2) Mid-level text a wider range of words (approx. upper year 2/year 3) Original text published in 1859 for more advanced readers (approx. year 4-5) 16 differentiated activity sheets to check comprehension at each level: Higher-level (original text) includes: - 12 question classic comprehension worksheet - 32 question true/false worksheet - 29 question SAT-style multiple choice worksheet - 2 crossword versions using vocabulary found in the text Mid-level includes: - 16 question classic comprehension worksheet - A matching 16 question worksheet with multiple choice answer options - 36 question multiple choice worksheet - Sequencing/cloze (missing word) story summary worksheet - 2 crossword versions Lower-level includes: - 9 question classic comprehension worksheet - 13 question classic comprehension worksheet - A matching 13 question worksheet with multiple choice answer options - 36 question yes/no worksheet - Crossword Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.

Reading comprehension for the the French traditional tale, “Diamonds and Toads” by Charles Perrault. In this anti-fairytale, a widow has two daughters. The older daughter, Fanny, resembles her mother and is favored despite being disagreeable. The younger daughter is kind and beautiful like her late father. The younger girl helps a disguised fairy and is blessed with jewels and flowers falling from her mouth when she speaks. The widow wants the same for Fanny, but Fanny insults the fairy and is cursed, causing toads and snakes to fall from her mouth. When Fanny arrives home, she tells her story to her mother and disgusting toads and vipers fall from her mouth The widow, furious, drives her younger daughter out of the house. In the woods, the younger daughter meets a king’s son, who falls in love with her and marries her. In time, the widow is sickened by her older daughter’s vile mouth, and drives her out too. Fanny dies alone and miserable in the woods. This reading activity resource includes: A reading passage at a 9-12 year old reading level A 15-question comprehension sheet (basic factual questions) A 14-question comprehension sheet (literary analysis questions) An 8-question comprehension sheet (mix of essential questions) A 31-question SAT-style multiple choice quiz (2 pages) A 58-question SAT-style multiple choice quiz (4 pages) A sequencing and story summary cloze activity sheet Two crossword versions using 26 key vocabulary words Answer sheets are also provided.

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

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

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!

History of Christmas Trees: Differentiated Reading Comprehension Pack Explore the captivating history of Christmas trees with this detailed reading comprehension pack, ideal for December reading sessions or holiday-themed history lessons. TWO DIFFERENTIATED READING LEVELS: • Years 3-5: Clear, accessible text with age-appropriate vocabulary • Years 6-10: Rich, detailed content with advanced language and deeper historical insights Journey through the evolution of Christmas trees, from ancient civilizations’ use of evergreens to contemporary festivities. Discover how evergreen branches featured in ancient Egyptian, Roman, and Celtic winter celebrations, Saint Boniface’s famed oak tree, and the development of the tradition by German families. Learn about Martin Luther’s role in adorning trees, Queen Victoria’s influence on its global popularity, and the progression from simple candles to today’s electric lights. The text also addresses the rise of artificial trees, environmental aspects of tree farming, and notable displays like the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. INCLUDES 8 RESOURCES FOR EACH LEVEL: • Engaging informational text on Christmas tree traditions • Comprehension quiz with multiple-choice questions • Double-sided traditional written response sheets • Interactive mixed-style question sheets, including: Sequence of events Vocabulary exercises True/False questions Multiple choice questions Written responses Fill-in-the-blanks • True/False quiz sheets • Missing word cloze summary activities • Two distinct crossword puzzles • Answer keys for all activities Enhance your holiday lessons with this comprehensive pack on the history of Christmas trees! Higher Text - Estimated Lexile Level: 900-1100L (suitable for upper primary to secondary readers). Lower Text - Estimated Lexile Level: 500-700L (suitable for lower primary readers). Looking for more holiday reading resources? Check out my other Christmas reading resources: Night Before Christmas Poem Comprehension Little Match Girl Christmas Story Little Fir Tree Christmas Reading The Nutcracker Christmas Worksheets Christingles Fun Reading Activities

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!

Homonyms, Homographs & Heteronyms PowerPoint & Crossword. Homograph PowerPoint with simple clues and clear (labeled for reuse) clip-art. Each slide is animated: 1st click written clues are presented, 2nd click clip-art is shown, 3rd click answer is revealed - I use it with mini-whiteboards in a quiz game format. 25 common homographs presented (fit, ring, saw, gum, letters, light, train, table, club, watch, calf, coach, jam, dear, wave, cross, bark, park, orange, bat, right, tear, bow, wind, polish) ( - please see a screen shot of 9 of the slides) Also comes with a crossword using 17 of the 25 homographs to use as a homework or reinforcement activity. Differentiated crossword - one with clues and word box of spellings, one with only clues. I use it with ESL grade 2-5 students in an after school club and with my grade 3 (8 & 9 year olds) when we study this in grammar, but would be enjoyed by grades 2,3,4 and 5)

114 Opposites (antonyms) flashcards (57 pairs of opposites). Designed so that the opposites cards can be printed back to back and flipped over to reveal the opposite. Perfect for use as antonym flashcards, and as quiz-quiz-trade cards. Could also be used for find the matching opposite in the classroom game and concentration memory game and for opposites display.

Split Digraph (Magic E) Flashcards /a_e/, /e_e/, /i_e/, /o_e/ & /u_e/ (long U and long /oo/ u_e) perfect for letters and sounds Phase 5 3 types of flashcard for each split digraph (i.e. 18 sets) Black & white split digraph word with clear illustration on one card Word on one card and illustration on another card (for matching & memory games) Sound button flashcards ALL suggested words from Letters and Sound Phase 5 Planning Document used, PLUS all words from Jolly Phonics suggested word list, PLUS some additional example words.

Contractions anchor chart / contractions poster, contractions worksheets, contractions quiz-quiz-trade cards. Variety of contraction activities - differentiated.

Adverbs of frequency word mats and adverb of frequency worksheets. Also adverb of frequency poster.

Base form, past simple and past participle of irregular verbs. 63 Verbs with illustrations - most commonly used verbs. Flashcards, sorting cards and worksheets. V1 V2 V3 version as well as base form, past simple and past participle version. Complete your verb teaching toolkit with: EAL Newcomer Essential Verbs Verb Mats Verb Tense Memory Games | Past Tense Cards

Ramadan worksheets with three levels of differentiated reading comprehension: higher, middle, and lower. The lower level worksheet is perfect for EAL learners, with a glossary of key vocabulary words included. All levels are double sided A4 and between 600-800 words. Each level of the worksheet includes a “fascinating facts” box to enhance understanding and engagement. The worksheets also include differentiated questions for all three levels with answers provided for easy assessment and self-reflection. Perfect for KS2, KS3 and KS4.

Pancake Day Reading Comprehension Worksheet: Learn about Shrove Tuesday Traditions. Celebrate Pancake Day with this educational worksheet. Explore the history of Shrove Tuesday, Lent, Mardi Gras, and Pancake Day traditions around the world. Two levels of questions with answer key included. Perfect for learners aged 8-14. Enhance your Pancake Day learning experience today!