Immerse learners in the profound wisdom and values of Sikhism through this curated collection of four seminal traditional Sikh stories, which shed light on the origins and guiding principles of this faith. Included in this Pack B are the following four traditional Sikh narratives: “The Test of Humility: Guru Amar Das Chooses His Successor” - Depicting the virtues of humility, diligence, and devotion embodied by Jetha, who later became Guru Ram Das, the fourth Sikh Guru. “Makhan Shah and the True Guru” - Chronicling Makhan Shah’s pious quest to identify Guru Har Krishan’s true successor, which led him to recognize Guru Tegh Bahadur as the rightful Guru, fulfilling a sacred prophecy. “The Taste of Truth: Guru Nanak and Malik Bhago” - Underscoring the importance of earning an honest livelihood through ethical means, as exemplified by the contrast between the bread of the greedy Malik Bhago and the simple yet wholesome bread of the truthful Bhai Lalo. “The Birth of the Khalsa” - Recounting the pivotal moment when Guru Gobind Singh initiated the Khalsa, a committed order of pure and valiant Sikhs, during the Baisakhi festival of 1699 at Anandpur Sahib, marking a defining event in Sikh history symbolizing righteousness, equality, and courage. Each narrative is crafted at an approximate middle school reading level, accompanied by vibrant illustrations and “Did You Know?” insights providing fascinating facts about the Sikh faith. Furthermore, the resource includes: Double-sided multiple-choice quizzes Double-sided written response comprehension sheets Abridged single-page written response versions Comprehensive marking answer keys

Differentiated reading comprehension for the humorous fable “The Mouse, The Bird and The Sausage” by the Brothers Grimm. A boastful bird convinces his friends to switch household roles. The dissatisfied mouse, bird, and sausage then fail comically in their unfamiliar duties, leading to their disastrous demise. This fable warns readers against upending a functional system due to the dangers of pride and envy. Suitable for Key Stage 3 and 4 readers. Includes 4 versions of question sheets: ➊ A 19 question classic comprehension sheet with literal and factual questions about the story. ➋ A 12 question sheet with higher level comprehension questions. ➌ A 21 True or False question sheet. ➍ A 35 question SAT-style multiple choice sheet with questions on facts, main ideas, details, sequencing, inferences, vocabulary, true/false, cause and effect, and author’s purpose. All question sheets come with corresponding answer sheets.

Help students understand the traditions and meaning behind Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights, with this engaging teaching resource. The double-sided illustrated text retells the story of Rama and Sita, derived from the Ancient Hindu epic Ramayana, and is written at a years 6-8 reading level. Assessment and differentiation made easy with: 52 question multiple choice quiz with various question types Story summary cloze activity Sequencing task Two levels of written response prompts for differentiation from years 6-11 Answer keys included for all activities. Bring the traditions and meaning of Diwali alive for your students with this comprehensive resource for teaching the story of Rama and Sita.

Transport students into the enchantment of the holidays with this illustrated retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s poignant classic, “The Little Fir Tree." Captivating visuals and focused questioning engage learners from grades 3 through 8 with this timeless tale that’s perfect for the Christmas season. This versatile reading comprehension pack includes: A vibrantly illustrated student retelling of the cherished story Three SAT-style multiple choice quizzes assessing key details, sequencing, inferences, vocabulary, and author’s purpose Five versions of written response sheets for differentiated assessment Sequencing tasks to reconstruct plot order Story summary gap fill (cloze) worksheets Targeted vocabulary building exercises Tap into the rich imagery and bittersweet nature of this iconic narrative with an immersive selection of visual, written, and questioning resources. Learners will connect with the text through tiered materials aimed at advancing literary appreciation and analysis skills. Share this poignant tale and usher students into the transcendent magic of reading this holiday season!

Adverbs of manner lace mat / table mat to support students choosing and using more adventurous adverbs of manner.

Possessive nouns, possessive apostrophe. Possessive nouns example posters, rules posters, possessive noun anchor charts and possessive nouns worksheets. Resources aim to explain plural nouns, singular noun possessive rules and plural noun possessive rules (both nouns ending in s and plural nouns not ending in s) Includes 1 illustrated and 5 unillustrated differentiated worksheets. 15 posters or anchor charts. 1 blank matching poster template (for learners to make own example poster).

Tutankhamun Biography Reading Comprehension Worksheets This download includes differentiated biographies of Tutankhamun, the pharaoh who ruled ancient Egypt from 1332 to 1323 BC. Tutankhamun is most famous for his tomb, which was discovered by Howard Carter in 1922, and for the treasures that were found inside. The biographies are split into two levels, with approximately 500 words and 10 questions in the higher level, and approximately 350 words and 8 questions in the lower level. Both levels follow the same structure and cover similar information and facts. Answer sheets are provided in two styles: A4 with lines and A5 to print, cut, glue in books and answer below. These worksheets are suitable for teaching biographies and ancient Egyptian history for students in KS2 and KS3.

Ramses II Biography Reading Comprehension Worksheets This download includes differentiated biographies of Ramses II, the pharaoh who ruled ancient Egypt from 1279 to 1213 BC. Ramses II was one of the most powerful and influential pharaohs in ancient Egypt, known for his military campaigns, architectural achievements, and patronage of the arts. The biographies are split into two levels, with approximately 500 words and 10 questions in the higher level, and approximately 350 words and 8 questions in the lower level. Both levels follow the same structure and cover similar information and facts. Answer sheets are provided in two styles: A4 with lines and A5 to print, cut, glue in books and answer below. These worksheets are suitable for teaching biographies and ancient Egyptian history for students in KS2 and KS3

Mohammed Salah Biography Reading Comprehension Worksheets This download includes differentiated biographies of Mohammed Salah, the Egyptian professional football player who currently plays as a forward for Liverpool and the Egypt national team. Salah is considered one of the best football players in the world and has won numerous awards for his skills and accomplishments. The biographies are split into two levels, with approximately 500 words and 10 questions in the higher level, and approximately 350 words and 8 questions in the lower level. Both levels follow the same structure and cover similar information and facts. Answer sheets are provided in two styles: A4 with lines and A5 to print, cut, glue in books and answer below. These worksheets are suitable for teaching biographies and modern-day Egyptians for students in KS2 and KS3. (‘football’ and ‘soccer’ versions included)

5 way differentiated reading comprehension worksheets for the classic fairytale ‘King Midas & The Golden Touch’ This carefully retold story is written at three levels appropriate for readers aged from 6 to 11 years old. The higher level text is double sided and features more ambitious vocabulary and includes 18 questions, including vocabulary questions. The middle level is single sided and has two question sheet versions; one with 14 questions, another with 8 questions. The lower level text has been simplified for lower-level readers and has two version of questions; one question sheet with 8 questions and another with 7 easier to read and answer questions. All levels come with answer sheets. More fairy tale reading comprehension with a moral teaching: Emperor’s New Clothes The Elves and the Shoemaker The Mouse, The Bird and The Sausage by the Brothers Grimm

Animated & illustrated PowerPoint introduction to prefixes and suffixes and how they change the meaning of (base) words. Most common prefixes and suffixes covered. Each prefix or suffix is presented with 10+ logical examples in an engaging style. Think-pair-share activities for each prefix or suffix. Slide Order: Review of base words quickly covered with an identify the base word activity. Explanation and examples of common prefixes: ‘re’, ‘un’, ‘mis’, ‘pre’, and ‘dis’. Each prefix then followed with a think-pair-share activity. 20+ examples of words with the prefix then shown for students to self check against. Explanation and examples of common suffixes: ‘-ful’, ‘-less’, ‘ly’, ‘er’, ‘est’ Each suffix followed with a think-pair-share activity 20+ Examples of words with the suffix. Quite a long slide show if all done at once (whole lesson perhaps). Could be used to introduce/review just prefixes or suffixes in one lesson by showing only 1 half of the presentation. Some slides could also be hidden. Other than a brief explanation and examples for each prefix or suffix, I’ve tried to keep it quite straight forward so that their isn’t too much lecturing or reading required. Recommend students use mini-whiteboards for the think-pair-shares or list on paper the examples pairs or small groups can come up with. Been designed with ESL grade 3, 4 and 5 students as the target pupils, so repetitive language used with vocabulary building as a desired outcome.

2 Tiny Seed by Eric Carle activities. Using the text to gather information, find things that help and hurt the tiny seed.

Leap Years Reading Comprehension Worksheets - Differentiated. Enhance understanding of leap years with these leap years worksheets. Explore the history and various calendars systems, understand why leap years are necessary, and learn about their frequency, impact, and calculation. Gain insight into what it means to be born on a leap day. Three levels of difficulty: High: Double-sided with complex vocabulary, higher level math examples, and more complex explanation. 17 questions with answer key. Medium: Same double-sided reading text with 13 easier questions and answer key. Low/EAL: Easier text, clearer vocabulary, simple math, fewer examples, and glossary. 11 straightforward questions with answer key.

Explore the rich tapestry of Judaism with this comprehensive introductory resource! This download includes a double-sided colour and an ink-saving black and white version of a carefully written “An Introduction to Judaism” (2 pages, approx. 1400 words), which covers the following key aspects of the Jewish faith: Fundamental beliefs, including the covenant with God and the anticipation of the Messiah Significance of the Torah, the Hebrew Bible, and the Ten Commandments Important festivals like Passover (Pesach), Rosh Hashanah, and Yom Kippur Ceremonies and traditions such as Bar Mitzvah, Bat Mitzvah, and the Sabbath Dietary laws and the concept of kosher food The history of the Jewish people, including their exile and the establishment of the modern state of Israel The two main groups within Judaism: Orthodox and Reform Symbols and practices that remind Jews of their faith and connection with God Equip your students with an overview of Judaism through diverse activities that appeal to different learning styles and cater to various abilities. This resource includes: 2 Levels of Multiple-Choice Quizzes (a higher level 2-page version and an easier lower level 3-page version) Differentiated Written Response Sheets: Accommodating various learning levels, these sheets include a variety of question types 2 Crossword Puzzles utilising key learnings from the texts True or False question sheet Answer sheets for all activities The text provides a comprehensive overview of the Jewish religion, its rich traditions, and its profound impact on humanity, fostering understanding and appreciation for this significant Abrahamic faith. Download this resource now to enrich your teaching and captivate your students’ interest in the rich tapestry of Jewish culture and beliefs. Ideal for Key Stage 2 & 3 (Years 6-9).

To support teaching of spellings for ‘ee’: ee, ea, e_e, ie, y, and ey. (Phase 5 Week 23) ee as in bee, tree, green, cheeks. ea as in beads, steam, read, team. e_e as in delete, complete, even, concrete. ie as in alien, piece, thief, field. y as in happy, funny, chatty, windy. ey as in key, chimney, turkey, journey. Sorting cards,worksheets, illustrated sentences,spelling grids, and clip-art bingo. Illustrated sorting cards (2 versions - 1 with word label and 1 with seperate matching word grid) Each spelling with 12 example words. Differentiated Worksheets for ie = ee y = ee split digraph e_e = ee Spelling tables with word bank (2 versions) Illustrated example sentences for P5 W23 Letters and Sound plan document. Bingo cards and words for split digraph e_e, ee and ea. Alternative Spellings for /sh/ Alternative Spellings for /oa/ Alternative Spellings for /igh/ Alternative Spellings for /or/ Alternative Spellings for /air/

Flashcards, differentiated worksheets, illustrated sentences, spelling grids, sorting activities and crosswords. Spellings for igh (long i): igh, ie, y, i_e, (Phase 5 Week 24) igh as in light, tight, eyesight. ie as in pie, fried, satisfied. y as in dry, cry, deny i_e as in bike, time, smile Sorting flashcards, differentiated worksheets (black and white and colour), illustrated sentences, spelling grids and crosswords. illustrated​ flashcards/sorting cards (2 versions - 1 version with picture and word on 1 card for sorting, 1 version with separate pictures and words for reading/matching). Spelling table with word bank. Illustrated example sentences from P5 W24 Letters and Sound plan document. Various worksheets (labeling, reading, cloze sentence, sound buttons etc) in black and white and colour. Alternative Spellings for /sh/ Alternative Spellings for /oa/ Alternative Spellings for /ee/ Alternative Spellings for /or/ Alternative Spellings for /air/

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.

Hindu story reading comprehension worksheets - Divine Blue Birth, Lord Krishna This story is part of Hindu mythology, specifically the story of Lord Krishna’s birth. Krishna is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. The story centers around Krishna’s birth and early life, highlighting the attempts of the evil King Kamsa to thwart a prophecy predicting his demise at the hands of Devaki’s eighth child (Krishna). This story is a significant part of Hindu mythology and is celebrated in various festivals, especially during Krishna Janmashtami, which marks Krishna’s birth. The narrative emphasizes themes of divine intervention, the triumph of good over evil, and the fulfillment of destiny. The story is engaging for students of all ages and will prove interesting and rewarding. This comprehensive lesson aims to bring this key ancient Hindu story to life through vivid illustrations and activities to deepen understanding: A vivid illustrated retelling of the ancient myth, evoking Hindu beliefs 4 differentiated worksheets for deeper understanding: Multiple choice quiz Higher level written response Middle level written response Lower level written response Differentiated worksheets allow diverse ways to deepen and demonstrate knowledge, including sequencing, cloze story summary, true or false, symbolism, reflection questions etc. Includes answer keys. The thought-provoking materials are designed to engage students from year 6 to year 10. Answer keys are included.

Explore the Hindu Creation Story in this engaging lesson with: A vivid illustrated retelling of the ancient myth, bringing Hindu beliefs to life. 5 worksheets for a deeper understanding: Double sided multiple choice quiz Double-sided higher level written response Double-sided lower level written response Cloze story summary Hindu Gods in the creation story labeling This comprehensive lesson aims to engage students with the ancient Hindu creation story, offering fascinating insights into Brahma, Vishnu and Hindu beliefs around creation and encouraging meaningful connections across cultures. Differentiated worksheets allow diverse ways to deepen and demonstrate knowledge, including sequencing, true or false, symbolism, reflection question etc. Includes answer keys. Suitable for Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 4 , these thought-provoking materials are designed to be engaging and rewarding for students of all ages.

Differentiated phonics​ worksheets for /j/, /v/, /w/, /x/, /y/, /z/ & /zz/, /qu/ Each sound has: Labeling worksheet (differentiated versions) Circle the matching word worksheet Find, Highlight and Write worksheet (differentiated versions) All worksheets designed with reference to the Letters and Sounds Word List. e.g. All the example /j/ words use only graphemes​ taught previously (i.e. during phase 2). The example /qu/ words might contain graphemes taught in previous weeks of phase 3 and those taught in phase 2. Very clear black and white clip-art used. I often enlarge the worksheets to A3 and use them for whole class teaching.