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British Patron Saints Bundle
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)
Saint Patrick Day Biography Reading
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!