This comprehensive resource offers a thoughtfully researched information text about Harvest Festival, accompanied by 8 differentiated, engaging supporting worksheets, including crosswords and multiple choice quiz. The download includes: Two Differentiated information texts about the Harvest Festival ➼ Two levels of text: a lower level ideal for years 4 and 5, and a higher level with more ambitious vocabulary and a few extra details for years 6 and 7 The carefully researched Harvest Festival information text covers key aspects including: The history and significance of harvest festivals in Britain Ancient harvest celebrations and mythology Traditional harvest customs like Lammas Day and Harvest Home Folklore and traditions such as corn dollies and the Harvest of the Sea Modern church-based harvest festivals and their practices The American Thanksgiving holiday and its origins Global harvest celebrations, including examples from Europe, Australia, China, and Africa The importance of these festivals in honoring agricultural traditions and promoting environmental stewardship Engage your students with diverse activities catering to different learning styles and abilities: • 39 Question SAT-style Multiple-Choice Quiz • 4 Versions of Written Response Sheets: ➼ 2 Classic style single-sided 5-question sheets (2 difficulty levels) ➼ 2 Mixed question type sheets (2 difficulty levels) including written response, multiple choice, vocabulary matching, cloze, and true/false questions • 2 Themed Crossword Puzzles • True or False Question Sheet (41 questions) • Answer Keys for all activities This resource provides a thorough introduction to the Harvest Festival, its practices, and its profound significance in British culture, promoting cultural awareness and understanding of agricultural traditions. Unravel the rich history of the Harvest Festival and ignite curiosity in your classroom! Perfect for years 4-7. The fascinating text and fun activities will engage your students and help them appreciate the importance of harvest celebrations.

Immerse your students in one of the most powerful and important stories in Jewish history! The Sin of the Golden Calf is a pivotal narrative in the Torah, closely linked to the origins of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. This story recounts how the Israelites, waiting for Moses to return from Mount Sinai, lost faith and created a golden calf to worship. When Moses descended with the Ten Commandments and witnessed this idolatry, he shattered the tablets in anger. This transgression led to a period of repentance and ultimately, God’s forgiveness. The narrative explores themes of faith, temptation, repentance, and divine mercy. It serves as a foundational story for understanding the significance of Yom Kippur in Jewish tradition and practice. This resource includes a double-sided, illustrated retelling of the story, with an informative Yom Kippur fact box and numerous supporting worksheets. The Sin of the Golden Calf is a crucial event in Jewish history, recounted in the Hebrew Bible as a testament to human fallibility, the power of repentance, and God’s capacity for forgiveness. This incident led to the establishment of Yom Kippur, demonstrating how even grave mistakes can be overcome through sincere atonement. A variety of engaging comprehension activities reinforce key details and higher-order thinking skills: 2 levels of multiple-choice, SAT-style quizzes 4 levels of written response worksheets: 2 levels of traditional written response 2 levels of mixed style (multiple choice, true or false, cloze, vocabulary linking, event sequencing, and written response) Story and Yom Kippur cloze summary activity 3 versions of vocabulary-building crossword puzzles Answer sheets for all activities Exploring this pivotal narrative develops cultural literacy about the origins of Yom Kippur and the ethical principles that underpin Jewish traditions of repentance and forgiveness. Ideal for years 5-10 across ELA, social studies, and Jewish studies curricula. Also see: Yom Kippur Information Text Moses & Exodus of Egypt Moses & The Burning Bush Moses in the Bulrushes Joseph and His Brothers Queen Esther’s Story of Purim Story of Creation Story of Hanukkah Judaism Information Text David and Goliath

Dive into the Most Sacred Day of the Jewish Calendar! This comprehensive resource offers a thoughtfully researched information text about Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement, accompanied by 8 differentiated, engaging supporting worksheets. The download includes: A meticulously crafted information text about Yom Kippur (both color and ink-saving black and white versions) The carefully researched Yom Kippur information text covers key aspects including: The significance and origins of Yom Kippur in Jewish tradition Historical context, including Moses and the Golden Calf incident Observance practices: fasting, prayer, and abstinence The Ten Days of Repentance and Erev Yom Kippur Rituals like Kol Nidre and the sounding of the shofar The importance of seeking and granting forgiveness Yom Kippur’s place in the broader Jewish calendar Engage your students with 8 diverse activities catering to different learning styles and abilities: Two levels of SAT-style Multiple-Choice Quizzes 3 Levels of Differentiated Written Response Sheets 2 Themed Crossword Puzzles Comprehensive True or False Question Sheet (41 questions) Answer Keys for all activities This resource provides a thorough introduction of Yom Kippur, its practices, and its profound significance in Jewish life, promoting cultural awareness and interfaith understanding. Unravel the mysteries of Yom Kippur and ignite curiosity in your classroom! Perfect for years 7-10. The fascinating text and fun activities will engage your students and help them appreciate Yom Kippur. Also see: Moses & Exodus of Egypt Moses & The Burning Bush Moses in the Bulrushes Joseph and His Brothers Queen Esther’s Story of Purim Story of Creation Story of Hanukkah Judaism Information Text David and Goliath

Captivate Your Students with the Inspirational Story of Hanukkah Ignite your students’ curiosity and develop their cultural literacy with this engaging resource centered around the powerful story of Hanukkah. This ancient Jewish narrative recounts the Maccabees’ courageous rebellion and unwavering faith during the Greeks’ religious persecution in the 2nd century BCE. As the villainous Greek-Syrian ruler Antiochus IV outlawed Judaism and ordered worship of Greek gods, the Jewish priest Mattathias and his five sons took a stand. After Mattathias’s death, his son Judah led their small rebel army to numerous improbable victories over Antiochus’s vastly larger forces. They ultimately reclaimed the desecrated Temple in Jerusalem. When it came time to relight the Temple’s menorah, only one day’s supply of consecrated olive oil remained - yet it miraculously burned for eight nights until new sanctified oil could be prepared. This astounding miracle highlighting the triumph of faith over persecution is joyously celebrated each year during the eight nights of Hanukkah. Through this powerful narrative of Jewish resilience, your students will gain invaluable insights into the ancestral foundations that shaped Jewish spirituality, ethics, and beloved traditions like the festival of lights. Differentiated activities reinforce comprehension: 2 levels of multiple-choice quizzes 2 levels of summary cloze worksheets 2 levels of written response sheets with a variety of engaging question types including multiple choice, true/false, cloze sentences, sequencing, short answer, open-ended response, textual evidence questions, and analysis prompts 2 levels of true/false questions 2 Hanukkah story crosswords Answer keys provided Celebrate the eternal lights of faith and hope with this inspirational Hanukkah resource. Other Jewish worksheets: David and Goliath Moses & Exodus of Egypt Moses & The Burning Bush Moses in the Bulrushes Joseph and His Brothers Queen Esther’s Story of Purim Story of Creation Judaism Information Text

Captivate your students with the inspiring story of Queen Esther and her courageous stand against persecution, and explore the origins of the Purim festival. Queen Esther’s Story (from the Book of Esther) is the biblical account of Esther, a brave Jewish woman who became queen and saved her people from persecution. Facing the threat of genocide at the hands of the wicked Haman, Esther risked her own life to plead with the king and expose Haman’s evil plot. Through her courage and faith, Esther triumphed over adversity, leading to the establishment of the annual Jewish festival of Purim. The story of Queen Esther is a seminal event in Jewish history recounted in the Hebrew Bible as a testament to bravery, justice, and divine providence. Despite the dangers she faced, Esther’s actions guided by God’s plan ultimately saved her people from destruction. A variety of engaging comprehension activities reinforce key details and higher-order thinking skills in this 2 levels of multiple-choice, SAT-style quizzes (2-page and 3-page versions) 2 levels of story summary cloze passages 4 levels of written response worksheets (2 double-sided version with engaging mixed style question types, and 2 single-sided version with essential written response questions) 2 levels of true or false question sheets. 2 levels of Queen Esther Purim crosswords Answer sheets for all activities Exploring this pivotal narrative develops cultural literacy about the ancestral origins and formative experiences that shaped Jewish identity, ethics, and traditions. David and Goliath Moses & Exodus of Egypt Moses & The Burning Bush Moses in the Bulrushes Joseph and His Brothers Story of Creation Story of Hanukkah Judaism Information Text

45 /er/ digraph example words with clear clipart used to make 7 /er/ worksheets. Words come from the Letters and Sound Planning document and the Jolly Phonics word bank. Includes 13 differentiated worksheets. A selection of lower,middle and higher ability reading and spelling labeling worksheets, find-highlight-write worksheets, read and match worksheets, and partner write-read-check worksheets. Wordbank of used words for some of the labeling worksheets are on separate sheet; you can decide to give it or not to further differentiate/ extend (topmarks font and opendyslexic font versions of wordbank included) One of the uploaded versions includes only previously taught GPCs from earlier in the letters and sounds stage 3 teaching order. All clipart images are black and white, communications images.

Fun phonics worksheets for Letters and Sounds Phase 3. Consonant digraphs: /ch/ /sh/ /th/ /ng/ Vowel digraphs: /ai/ /ee/ /oa/ long /oo/ short /oo/ /ar/ /or/ /ur/ /ow/ /oi/ /er/ Vowel trigraphs: /igh/ /ear/ /air/ /ure/ Partner worksheets allow children to work and learn with a peer, taking it in turns to write the focus grapheme, they then read the word to their friend who listens and ticks the check circle next to the word when it is read correctly, the friend then re-reads the word to get their check circle ticked. Using different coloured pencils makes it easy to see that children have been taking turns. An extension is to take it in turns drawing sound buttons under each example word. Highly effective and enjoyed by children. I have also uploaded a corresponding version of each worksheet without check circles if you wish to use them as individual work. Each word illustrated with extra clear black & white clipart, therefore easy to photocopy and for children to colour. You may also like my other phonics resources, for example: Phonics Book Phase 2 & 3 Mat Phase 3 Set 1 Worksheets Phase 3 Set 2 Worksheets Phase 3 Set 3 Worksheets

This interactive (click to show answer) Multiplication Wheel PowerPoint covers all the times tables from x2 up to x12. Includes A5 multiplication wheel booklet. Each times table has 9 different multiplication wheels on 9 separate slides (linkable from a menu page): MISSING PRODUCTS (click inner number to reveal outer answer) 1) Wheel in order from 0 start 2) Wheel in order from 2 start 3) Wheel in order from 4 start 4) Wheel in mixed order, mix version 1 5) Wheel in mixed order, mix version 2 MISSING FACTORS (click outer number to reveal inner number) 6) Wheel in mixed order, mix version 1 7) Wheel in mixed order, mix version 2 MISSING PRODUCTS AND FACTORS (mixed missing inner and outer numbers) 8) Wheel in mixed order, mix version 1 9) Wheel in mixed order, mix version 2 Each slide can link back to main menu, or to that specific times table menu. Could be used as whole class quiz, warm up, game or as an individual program on a laptop for students to work on independently. ALSO INCLUDES MULTIPLICATION WHEEL BOOKLET. Two wheels on each A4 page, all times tables from 1-12, print back to back, fold, assemble in order, fill in the answers. Editable Word format and PDF included. My students love making these little books every year. Hope that you will use the 2 PowerPoints and booklet time and time again.

Explore the significance of the Ganges River in Indian culture with this engaging and differentiated resource! This download includes two reading levels of information texts covering geography, history, and the cultural impact of the sacred river. Additionally, discover the Hindu myth of Shiva bringing the Ganges from heaven to earth—an important and sacred narrative explaining the river’s religious significance. This comprehensive package comprises differentiated texts, multiple-choice quizzes, a cloze activity, and various written response options for both text types. Answer sheets are provided for easy assessment. Dive into the rich geography and history of the Ganges River’s importance with this thoughtfully designed educational resource!

This Sikhism reading comprehension resource includes two differentiated informational texts and engaging activities suited for KS3 and KS4. It includes two Sikhism overview informational texts at basic and advanced reading levels. Both texts provide an overview of Sikhism divided into sections on Sikh Beliefs, What is a Gurdwara?, Who is a Granthi? The Ten Gurus, The Guru Granth Sahib, Prayers and Karah Parshad, The Five Ks, Sikh Festivals, The Golden Temple and more. Also included are: 3 Multiple-choice quizzes at varying lengths and difficulty levels to assess comprehension 4 versions of differentiated written response sheets with short answer and longer responses True or false worksheets Two crossword puzzles using key vocabulary and concepts Two word searches 2 summary cloze activities with missing words for students to fill in Answer sheets for all worksheets With differentiated reading passages, quizzes, and activity sheets, this comprehensive package is ideal for world religions, social studies, and ELA classes. The varied activities aim to engage students and reinforce Sikh learning. Pick up this useful resource to teach your learners about the history, beliefs and practices of Sikhism!

This Buddhism resource includes two differentiated information texts and engaging activities suited for KS2/3 and KS4 introduction. The download contains two Buddhism information texts - a 2 page basic reading level and a more advanced 3 page text. Both provide an overview of Buddhism divided into sections on The Buddha’s life, The Four Noble Truths, The Noble Eightfold Path, The Three Jewels, Buddhist traditions and more. Also included are: Multiple-choice quizzes at three difficulty levels to assess comprehension Differentiated written response sheets with short answer and longer responses True or false worksheets Two crossword puzzles using key vocabulary and concepts A summary activity with missing words for students to fill in 25 pages of worksheets total Plus answer sheets for all worksheets With differentiated reading passages, quizzes, and activity sheets, this comprehensive package is ideal for world religions, social studies, and ELA classes. The varied activities aim to engage students and reinforce Buddhism learning. Pick up this useful resource to teach upper primary and middle schoolers about the history, beliefs and practices of Buddhism!

Two versions of differentiated Islam Information Texts plus lots of supporting activities and worksheets! This download includes two versions of differentiated Islam overview information texts, each offering a comprehensive two-page overview of key aspects, including subheadings on Allah, The Shahadah, Muslim Prayer and Worship, Set Prayers (Salah), Prayers from the Quran, Islamic Rules, Hajj Pilgrimage, Ramadan, Eid Holidays. (Throughout each text, the abbreviation SAWS follows the Prophet Muhammad’s name "Sallallahu alaihi wasallam,” meaning “Peace and blessings of Allah be upon him,” as a sign of respect to Muslims worldwide.) This expansive Islam resource includes 2 differentiated texts (approximate year 7 and year 10 reading levels) and: 3 Levels of Multiple-Choice Quizzes (including a challenging 4-page version at a grade 10 level, and two other 2-page versions). Differentiated Written Response Sheets: Accommodating various learning levels, these sheets include both detailed written responses and easily accessible single-word or short phrase answers. 2 Crossword Puzzles utilizing key learnings from the texts. True or False question sheet Islam Summary Missing Word Cloze Activity. Equip your students with an overview of Islam through diverse activities that appeal to different learning styles and levels. Ideal for years 6-11. Download this resource now to enrich your teaching and captivate your students’ interest in the rich tapestry of Islamic culture and beliefs. Includes answer keys.

Reading comprehension for the folktale legend 'The Pied Piper of Hamelin’ Bring this classic folktale to life for students of all reading levels! This differentiated reading comprehension pack includes: 3 leveled reading passages with rich vocabulary and vivid imagery to suit varying reading abilities. The higher level passage (4 pages) uses literary devices to tell the fairy tale in detail. The middle passage (2 pages) balances accessibility with rich language. The beginner passage (1 page) covers key plot points using simpler vocabulary. 30 skill-building activity sheets to check comprehension and build literacy skills. With various difficulty levels, these worksheets allow students to engage with the text in unique ways. Activities include SAT-style multiple choice questions, short answer questions, vocabulary exercises, sequencing activities, cause and effect charts, cloze passages, crosswords, and more. Perfect for assessing and improving reading skills and literary analysis abilities. Perfect for upper Key Stage 2 and 3. Simplified English and versions are also included to support EAL and lower level learners. Bring this timeless legend to students of all levels with this differentiated reading pack!

Differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for three retellings of the classic fairy 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!

“Kate Crackernuts” is a traditional Scottish fairy tale collected in the Orkney Islands. A brave princess named Kate rescues her sister Ann when a jealous queen has a witch transform Ann’s beautiful head into a sheep’s head. This differentiated reading pack includes: 2 leveled passages: a 3 page version with rich vocabulary, and a shortened 2 page version for easier reading. 14 total question sheets (7 for each text) to check comprehension and skills at every reading level. The higher text uses complex vocabulary, more details, and literary devices. It is accompanied by: A 18 question retrieval worksheet A 16 question essential comprehension worksheet A 50 question SAT-style multiple choice worksheet A 10 event sequence, cloze summary, and 10 question worksheet A 23 word vocabulary matching sheet 2 crosswords with 37 vocabulary words each (one with wordbox, one without) The shortened text is accompanied by: A 16 question retrieval worksheet A 16 question essential comprehension worksheet A 28 question SAT-style multiple choice worksheet A mixed question worksheet with sequencing, short response, and multiple choice questions An additional sequencing, matching, and short response worksheet 2 crosswords with 27 vocabulary words each (one with wordbox, one without) Answer sheets provided for all levels.

Differentiated reading comprehension for a faithful retelling of the classic fairy tale Aladdin and the Magic Lamp, suitable for readers aged 6 to 13 years. This differentiated reading comprehension pack includes: ➼3 leveled reading passages: A higher and medium level text using rich vocabulary and literary devices to tell the fairy tale (higher 3 pages in length, middle 2 pages), and a simplified, easier-to read version covering the key plot points (2 pages) ➼11 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 3 A4 pages in length and is accompanied by three versions of differentiated comprehension questions: A classic 17 question worksheet, using mainly compound retrieval/factual questions, some inference and author’s purpose questions. A multiple-choice SAT-style version with 47 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. A 9 event sequence, 8 question written response, and 13 multi-choice double sided question sheet (i.e. 22 mixed question format). The middle text is a more concise version of the higher level text, using simpler language and fewer descriptive techniques. It spans 2 A4 pages in length and includes three sets of differentiated question sheets: A classic 16 question worksheet, using mainly compound retrieval/factual questions A 9 event sequence, 7 question written response, and 15 multi-choice double sided question sheet (i.e. 23 mixed question format). A multiple-choice SAT style version with 31 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. The lower-level text has been simplified and shortened for easier reading, using simple, decodable words, 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 five sets of differentiated question sheets. A 7 event sequencing and 14 essential written response comprehension question sheet. A 30 ‘True or False?’ question sheet A classic 13 question worksheet, with 9 essential, straightforward easy to answer questions. A matching multiple choice 3 answer choices version, using the same 13 questions as the above version. A multiple-choice SAT style version with 35 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. Answer sheets are provided for all levels of worksheets.

A4 Double-sided Titanic Reading Comprehension. Differentiated question sheets (higher 16, lower 10) with answers. 1 SAT style multiple choice question sheet. Answers are included for all levels and styles of questions. Reading sheet is a comprehensive overview which includes information about the construction, maiden voyage, passengers and crew, life aboard the Titanic, disaster, sinking, aftermath, and legacy.

Paleontologist fact sheet research activity about famous paleontologists. It includes fact files for eight renowned paleontologists, each with clear and concise information about their: Full name Date of birth (DOB) Place of birth Date of death Family background and education Successful finds Contributions to paleontology and what they are famous for Other interesting information. These fact sheets can be used for research purposes. For a fun twist, we have created three versions of the fact files. The first version is a traditional fact file, while the second version deliberately includes three mistakes (sometimes obvious and silly, other times less obvious) for students to spot as they conduct their research. This version also includes checking boxes. Finally, we have created an answer sheet with the mistakes highlighted in red. This activity is suitable for primary school children and is an engaging way to teach them about paleontologists and their work.

9 mini-biographies of famous Egyptians from ancient and modern times. Can be used as a cut-and-sort activity, which encourages learners to work collaboratively by reading the short biographies and matching them to the corresponding photo and name of the person, as well as identifying why they are famous. This activity is perfect for introducing the biographies and for helping learners to identify key features within the text, such as highlighting important details. Mini-Biographies about: Mohamed Salah [Egyptian professional football player who currently plays as a forward for Liverpool and the Egyptian national team.] Zahi Hawass [Egyptian archaeologist who served as the Minister of Antiquities in Egypt and is known for his contributions to the study of Egyptology and the promotion of Egyptian cultural heritage.] Ramses II [pharaoh of ancient Egypt who ruled from 1279 to 1213 BCE and is considered one of Egypt’s most powerful and successful pharaohs.] Khufu [ Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during the 4th dynasty and is best known for commissioning the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.] Howard Carter [ British archaeologist and Egyptologist who is best known for discovering the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922, one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century.] Tutankhamun [ancient Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during the 18th dynasty and is best known for his tomb, which was discovered largely intact by Howard Carter in 1922.] Hatshepsut [ancient Egyptian queen who ruled as pharaoh during the 18th dynasty and is known for her successful reign and numerous building projects.] Rawya Ateya [was an Egyptian feminist and politician who served as the first female member of parliament in Egypt and the Arab world.] Lotfia Elnadi [was an Egyptian aviator who became the first female pilot in Egypt and the Middle East in 1933.]