This engaging reading comprehension resource explores the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb by Howard Carter in 1922. Designed for KS2 pupils (ages 7-11), it covers:
•The significance of the tomb’s untouched treasures, including the golden death mask.
•Tutankhamun’s life as the “Boy Pharaoh” and theories about his sudden death.
•The mysterious “Curse of the Pharaoh” and associated legends.
The resource includes:
►A carefully levelled text with clear subheadings.
►A glossary of key terms (e.g., archaeologist, sarcophagus, hieroglyphs) to support vocabulary development.
►7 comprehension questions (mix of multiple-choice and short-answer) with answers provided.
►Opportunities for critical thinking, such as debating the “curse” using evidence from the text.
Ideal for:
•History lessons on Ancient Egypt.
•Guided reading or independent comprehension practice.
•Cross-curricular links with English (inference, retrieval, and discussion skills).
Format: PDF (5 pages) with clear layout and age-appropriate language. Supports UK National Curriculum objectives for History and English.
Why it works:
►Encourages evidence-based reasoning and historical enquiry.
►Glossary builds subject-specific vocabulary.
►Perfect for bringing the wonders of Ancient Egypt to life in your classroom!
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