This four-page Spanish activity worksheet explores the history and social aspects of International Women’s Day (El Día Internacional de la Mujer). It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about the day itself, as well as wider themes of social engagement. The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each. A third page includes vocabulary exercises to consolidate new words, with a true/false quiz on the fourth page. The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 8/9 group), with plenty of cognates designed to encourage gist-reading longer texts. A page with answers to all the questions is supplied at the end of the worksheet.

Two-page Spanish activity worksheet on the popular Colombian singer Shakira. The worksheet presents twelve vocabulary items and associated activities related to her career and works, along with a short passage for reading practice, and associated activities. The level is aimed at a proficient pre-GCSE group (Year 8/9/10). The activities are designed to activate general reading and context / gist skills beyond the listed vocab. Great as homework or as a cover lesson worksheet. An answer key is included, so the worksheet can be used by non-subject specialist educators as well.

This two-page reading comprehension worksheet presents three short reading passages in Spanish on Diwali, along with comprehension questions and vocabulary support for each. Topics covered include cover the meaning and rituals of Diwali, as well as the significance and celebration of the festival in the Spanish-speaking world. There is also a short definitions quiz at the end of the worksheet. The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for Year 8/9 and pre-GCSE), using plenty of cognates and designed to encouraging gist-reading. A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.

This four-page English language activity worksheet introduces some of the meanings and practices behind the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about Ramadan itself, as well as wider themes of worship. The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and glossaries of key words for each. A third page includes vocabulary exercises to consolidate new words, with a definitions quiz on the fourth page. The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 8/9 group), designed to encourage gist-reading longer texts. Answers to all the activities are supplied at the end of the worksheet.

This four-page English language activity worksheet introduces the topics of Earth Hour and Earth Day. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about the initiatives themselves, as well as wider themes of the environment and environmentalism. The worksheet comprises four short texts along with comprehension questions and brief glossaries of key words for each. A third page includes vocabulary exercises to consolidate new words, with an ‘over to you’ writing exercise on the fourth page. The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 8/9 group), designed to encourage gist-reading longer chunks of text. Answers to all the activities are supplied at the end of the worksheet.

The French Revolution - La Révolution française Two-page activity worksheet in French, from a set on French culture and history topics. Presents twelve vocabulary items and associated activities, but this is more about general reading skills than the actual vocabulary; students are challenged to understand words in context and gist. Activities included: Definitions quiz Sentence gapfill Reconstitute the sentences Great as homework or cover work for Key Stage 3 classes; an answer page is included, so the worksheet can be used with non-specialist teachers as well. Note that there’s obviously some reference to conflict, in case that isn’t appropriate for some groups.

Two-page German activity worksheet on the popular singer Helene Fischer. The worksheet presents twelve vocabulary items and associated activities related to her career and bio. Activities are designed to activate general reading and context / gist skills beyond the new vocab. Great as homework or as a cover lesson worksheet. An answer key is included, so the worksheet can be used by non-subject specialist educators as well.

Two-page activity worksheet on the Spanish Civil War, from a series on Spanish culture and history topics. Aimed at around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for proficient Key Stage 3 groups); tenses uses include the present and preterite. Presents twelve vocabulary items, a short original reading passage and associated activities that focus on key facts and events in the history of the conflict. The goal is to support general reading skills; students are challenged to understand words in context and gist. Intended as a short class project unit, it also works well as a homework or cover worksheet; a full answer key is included.

Explore the spooky, the macabre and the downright terrifying stories that the Spanish-speaking world has to offer this Halloween! This two-page reading comprehension worksheet presents four spine-chilling stories from lore spanning a number of countries, along with comprehension questions for each and vocabulary support. It offers a truly authentic Spanish take on Halloween, introducing El Chupacabra, La Llorona, El Cucuy and El Silbón in all their chilling glory. The worksheet level is ideal for pushing proficient students at around A2-B1 on the CEFR scale (so pre-GCSE, able Year 8/9), encouraging gist-reading and reading for fun. A third page including suggested model answers is supplied. Just don’t attempt it in the dark! Trigger warning: themes of violence and horror that may not be suitable for younger or sensitive students.

A four-page worksheet entirely in the target language, presenting the basic rules for expressing likes and dislikes with me gusta along with a set of exercises to practise the rules in the context of the first and second person singular. Plenty of English cognates are used in the examples, with illustrations for words they may not necessarily know. Exercises include: Gapfill (select the correct form of me gusta) Writing (do you like…?) Writing (‘La entrevista’ - the interview - fill in the speech bubbles) Created for a mixed ability Key Stage 3 class, but could easily be used in Key Stage 2 Primary Languages too. Answers to the fixed activities, plus some teacher notes are included on a fifth supplementary page.

This two-page reading comprehension worksheet presents three short reading passages in French on Diwali, along with comprehension questions and vocabulary support for each. Topics covered include cover the meaning and rituals of Diwali, as well as the significance and celebration of the festival in France. There is also a short definitions quiz at the end of the worksheet. The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for Year 8/9 and pre-GCSE), using plenty of cognates and designed to encouraging gist-reading. A third page including suggested model answers is supplied.

This five-page French activity worksheet introduces the Cannes Film Festival through short reading and writing activities. It aims to equip students with the vocabulary and structures to talk about the event itself, as well as wider themes of film and media. The worksheet comprises a short, chunked reading passage with comprehension questions. Various vocabulary exercises follow to recycle and consolidate new words, with a web quest style activity on former winners, and a true / false quiz to round off. The language level is around A2 on the CEFR scale (ideal for a proficient Year 8/9 group), designed to encourage gist-reading longer chunks of text. Answers to all the activities are supplied at the end of the worksheet.

Bastille Day - Fête Nationale Française du 14 Juillet Two-page activity worksheet on the national holiday, in French, from a series on French culture and history topics. Presents twelve vocabulary items and associated activities, but this is more about general reading skills than the actual vocabulary; students are challenged to understand words in context and gist. Activities included: Definitions quiz Sentence gapfill General knowledge multiple choice Great as homework or cover work, particularly for Key Stage 3 groups; an answer page is included, so the worksheet can be used with non-specialist teachers as well.

One of a series of intermediate-level booklets designed to expand students’ vocabulary and sentence structures, and get them thinking and speaking about a range of topics in French. They have links to wider citizenship and global / current affairs issues, so make for good cross-subject connections if you want to involve non-language teaching colleagues. This worksheet / topic booklet focuses on the relationship between humans and other primates, and the importance of conservation. It’s suitable for a good Year 10/11 GCSE group or a first year A-level group. It forms a short unit of project-based work that we would spend 2-3 weeks working through with classes, leading up to a short spoken presentation to assess understanding at the end. Sections include: Vocabulary (with sample sentences for each entry) Useful questions in French for conversational practice A reading comprehension to show the vocabulary in context A dialogue featuring two young people discussing the project themes A range of practice exercises, including gapfill and translation There is a “for the teachers” section at the end of the document, including answers to all the activities, so it’s suitable to be used by non-French specialist teachers too, or as cover work.

The Palace of Versailles - Le château de Versailles Two-page activity worksheet in French, from a set on French culture and history topics. Presents twelve vocabulary items and associated activities, but this is more about general reading skills than the actual vocabulary; students are challenged to understand words in context and gist. Activities included: Definitions quiz Sentence gapfill Reconstitute the sentences Great as homework or cover work for Key Stage 3 classes; an answer page is included, so the worksheet can be used with non-specialist teachers as well.

A gapfill exercise that encourages students of French to engage with new vocabulary in a familiar context, and learn new words and phrases for the discussion of ecological topics in the language. Completely in the target language including instructions. Used as part of our wider conservation project block in French, of which the larger booklet “Primates and Humans” is also a part.

Animaux étranges et inhabituels …des compagnons pas comme les autres! Pets in French… but with a twist! This is a fun two-page worksheet that takes ten uncommon animals (I’m sure very few students will have these at home), and presents a range of activities for students to practise using the words in context: Definitions to understand and match to the words Gapfill for contextualisation Quel verbe to get students thinking about collocations This activity is less about the 12 words themselves, and more about understanding some common French structures and sentence frames. It’s a reading comprehension masquerading as a vocabulary unit! It’s aimed at Key Stage 3 students who already have a good grasp of basic sentence structure, but would make for a good transitional activity for Key Stage 4 too. It’s a fun extension task when you’ve gone through the usual pets vocab, too. Additionally, the multi-task format makes it an ideal homework or cover lesson activity. There is an answer key page included, so the worksheet can be used by non-specialists .