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Two reading levels, 22 engaging worksheets, differentiated wordsearches, and crosswords to captivate your students while learning about the Easter Story!

Introduce your Key Stage 2 pupils to the inspiring story of Easter with this educational and engaging reading comprehension pack. Perfect for exploring key events of Holy Week and the significance of Jesus’s resurrection, this resource features two differentiated texts and a wide range of activities to support diverse learners.

Lower Level (550L–750L, suitable for Years 3–4)
This simplified version uses clear, accessible language and short, straightforward sentences. It introduces younger or less confident readers to the key moments in the Easter story, including Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem, the Last Supper, his death, and resurrection.

Higher Level (850L–1000L, suitable for Years 5–7)
A more detailed version designed for advanced readers, offering a nuanced account of Holy Week. It explores Jesus’s final days, teachings, and the significance of his resurrection with more sophisticated language and ideas.

Both versions provide rich, engaging information about Easter traditions, including the symbolism of the cross, Holy Communion, and Easter Sunday celebrations.

With 22 supporting worksheets in total (11 for each reading level), pupils will engage in differentiated activities to deepen understanding and reinforce learning:

• Mixed-Style Question Sheets: Includes vocabulary matching, sequencing, cloze passages, true/false activities, and written response questions to foster critical thinking.
• True or False Activities: Three differentiated levels to assess comprehension of key events and themes.
• Multiple Choice Quizzes: Three versions for the higher-level text and two for the lower-level text to effectively assess comprehension.
• Cloze Summary Activity: Reinforces main ideas and builds vocabulary retention.
• 2 Crossword Puzzles: Fun activities that expand vocabulary and comprehension.
• Differentiated Wordsearches: Introduces Easter-themed vocabulary, supporting spelling and retention.
• Traditional Written Comprehension Sheets: Double-sided worksheets for reflective practice.
• Sequencing Activity: Exclusive to the higher-level text, reinforcing understanding of chronological events.
• Short Summary Cloze Activity: Develops summarisation skills and reinforces key ideas.
• Answer Keys

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