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KS1 History & Reading Comprehension: Inferring Meaning & Comparing – Queen Elizabeth II and Queen Victoria

This engaging and accessible booklet is designed for KS1 learners to develop key comprehension and critical thinking skills through the fascinating stories of two iconic British monarchs: Queen Elizabeth II and Queen Victoria.

With carefully scaffolded activities, children will practice inferring meaning from texts, drawing simple conclusions, and making comparisons between the lives, achievements, and personalities of these two queens.

Perfect for cross-curricular learning, this resource combines history and reading skills to support pupils in understanding historical figures in a meaningful way. It includes age-appropriate passages, guided questions, and prompts to encourage thoughtful discussion and written responses.

Ideal for classroom use, guided reading sessions, or homework, this booklet will help KS1 children build confidence in:

Making inferences using clues from the text

Comparing and contrasting information

Developing vocabulary related to history and royalty

Engaging with British history in a fun and meaningful way

Unlock curiosity about Britain’s monarchy while strengthening literacy skills with this carefully designed resource!