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KS1 William Caxton Reading Comprehension

KS1 William Caxton Reading Comprehension

William Caxton Comprehension ActivityThis short comprehension introduces KS1 students to William Caxton and highlights his contributions to the world of printing, emphasising how his invention made books more accessible for people to read and learn. There are 6 multiple-choice questions that aim to assess students' grasp of key details in the text. 

Age: 6 - 7
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George Washington Colouring Page

George Washington Colouring Page

George Washington colouring pageThis colouring page provides a creative activity for young learners to engage with the concept of historical figures like George Washington. Colouring allows children to explore their creativity and use their imagination to choose colours, patterns, and designs. Use this printable in any history lesson to reinforce learning about George Washington. 

Age: 6 - 7
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George Washington Reading Comprehension

George Washington Reading Comprehension

George Washington Reading Comprehension ActivityThis short biography introduces young learners to the life and contributions of George Washington, a significant historical figure. George Washington was born on 22 February 1732, in Virginia. As he grew older, he became a prominent leader and played a vital role in leading his country, the United States, during the American Revolution, a fight for freedom.

Age: 6 - 7
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Mary Anning Word Search

Mary Anning Word Search

Mary Anning Word SearchUse our colourful word search puzzle to introduce your KS1 pupils to the incredible world of Mary Anning, a renowned fossil collector and palaeontologist from the 19th century. With this word search activity, pupils search horizontally and vertically to find words like "fossil," "dinosaur," and "jurassic."  This word search is an excellent addition to your history lessons, providing an opportunity for students to develop their vocabulary, pattern recognition, and critical thinking skills. It's a fun and educational way to spark curiosity about the past and the wonders of prehistoric life. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Mary Anning Timeline

Mary Anning Timeline

Mary Anning TimelineWelcome to the fascinating world of Mary Anning, a remarkable woman who lived long ago and made incredible discoveries! In this timeline worksheet, pupils will journey through key moments in Mary Anning's life and explore her groundbreaking contributions to the world of palaeontology. As pupils answer the questions and explore the timeline, they will learn about Mary's exciting discoveries and the impact she had on the world of science. 

Age: 6 - 7
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The Titanic Word Search

The Titanic Word Search

The Titanic Word Search ActivityThis handy word search activity is designed for KS1 pupils to have fun while learning about the famous ship, Titanic. In this word search, you will find hidden words related to the Titanic's journey and the tragic event that took place in the Atlantic Ocean. As they search for words like "ship," "ocean," and "iceberg," children will enhance their vocabulary and improve their spelling skills. Encourage your pupils to work independently or with friends to find all the words and learn more about the historical significance of the Titanic. 

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 The Titanic Reading Comprehension

KS1 The Titanic Reading Comprehension

The Titanic Reading Comprehension ActivityThis worksheet is crafted to introduce young learners to the fascinating story of the Titanic while incorporating interactive elements that promote comprehension and critical thinking. The worksheet highlights the importance of studying historical events like the Titanic. It encourages students to delve into the past, make connections to the present, and glean valuable lessons for the future. To assess comprehension and critical thinking, the worksheet includes multiple-choice questions. These questions are designed to test students' understanding of key facts from the passage. Incorporating the Titanic worksheet into your curriculum offers a unique opportunity to introduce young learners to historical events and concepts in an engaging and age-appropriate manner.

Age: 5 - 6
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Mary Seacole Word Search

Mary Seacole Word Search

Mary Seacole word search activityIn this word search, pupils will uncover 12 hidden words related to Mary Seacole's journey as a pioneering nurse and her acts of kindness and courage. Can you find all the words and learn more about this historical hero? 

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 Historical Heroes Quiz

KS1 Historical Heroes Quiz

KS1 Historical Heroes QuizThis quiz introduces KS1 pupils to historical heroes from different time periods and backgrounds. It encourages them to learn about the remarkable achievements and contributions of these individuals to history and society. The multiple-choice format encourages participation and learning in an interactive way.

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 Amelia Earhart Reading Comprehension

KS1 Amelia Earhart Reading Comprehension

Amelia Earhart reading comprehension activityThis comprehension introduces young readers to the adventurous life of Amelia Earhart and her pioneering accomplishments as a pilot. The questions allow students to engage with the text, reinforce their understanding, and reflect on Amelia's extraordinary journey.

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 Mary Seacole Reading Comprehension

KS1 Mary Seacole Reading Comprehension

Mary Seacole reading comprehension activityThis comprehension introduces young learners to Mary Seacole, a heroic nurse who cared for soldiers during the Crimean War. The simple language and multiple-choice questions encourage reading comprehension and engage students in learning about historical figures and their contributions.

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 Rosa Parks Reading Comprehension

KS1 Rosa Parks Reading Comprehension

Rosa Parks reading comprehension activityThis short comprehension is tailored for KS1 pupils and aims to introduce them to the inspiring story of Rosa Parks. The multiple-choice questions help children engage with the text, practise their reading skills, and think critically about the important message of courage and equality.

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 Queen Victoria Fact File

KS1 Queen Victoria Fact File

Queen Victoria Fact FileWith this true or false worksheet, pupils will learn some interesting facts about Queen Victoria, a famous monarch from British history. This worksheet presents a series of statements about Queen Victoria's life and reign, ranging from her birth and family to her achievements and contributions. Pupils will read each statement and determine whether it is true or false based on their understanding of the information. This activity not only reinforces their knowledge of Queen Victoria but also encourages critical thinking and comprehension skills. It is also fun for children using the true or false format! 

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 Queen Elizabeth I Reading Comprehension

KS1 Queen Elizabeth I Reading Comprehension

Queen Elizabeth I reading comprehension activityWith age-appropriate language and engaging content, this comprehension aims to introduce young learners to the historical figure of Queen Elizabeth I and spark their interest in history. It introduces the famous queen, her birthdate, and her parents. It highlights her reign as the "Elizabethan Era" and her significant impact on England. The comprehension also mentions the exciting victory over the Spanish Armada during her rule. The worksheet ends by mentioning her famous title "The Virgin Queen" and emphasizes her love for her country. Pupils read through the information and then answer the accompanying study questions. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Neil Armstrong Vocabulary Cards

Neil Armstrong Vocabulary Cards

Neil Armstrong vocabulary cardsThese colourful vocabulary cards can be used to introduce young learners to the exciting world of space exploration and the remarkable achievements of Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon.

Age: 6 - 7
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Neil Armstrong Word Search

Neil Armstrong Word Search

Neil Armstrong Word SearchJoin the space adventure with this exciting Neil Armstrong-themed word search! This word search is specially designed for KS1 pupils, offering a fun and educational way to learn about the legendary astronaut, Neil Armstrong. Hidden within the puzzle grid are 12 words related to his historic moon landing and exploration of space.

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 Neil Armstrong Reading Comprehension

KS1 Neil Armstrong Reading Comprehension

Neil Armstrong reading comprehension activityThis handy history worksheet about Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon, provides a short comprehension for KS1 pupils to learn about a significant historical figure and his accomplishments. Use the comprehension questions to assess pupils' reading comprehension skills and understanding of the topic. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Christopher Columbus Vocabulary Cards

Christopher Columbus Vocabulary Cards

Christopher Columbus vocabulary cardsVocabulary cards present new words in a visually appealing and memorable way, helping young learners recognise and remember them more easily. Pupils can use vocabulary cards on their own to practice word recognition, spelling, and definitions, promoting independent learning skills. Use these vocabulary cards when teaching students about Christopher Columbus and make learning enjoyable and engaging for your class. 

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 Christopher Columbus Reading Comprehension

KS1 Christopher Columbus Reading Comprehension

Christopher Columbus reading comprehension activityIn this reading comprehension worksheet, KS1 pupils will learn about the famous explorer, Christopher Columbus. Students will dive into the exciting journey of this intrepid explorer and discover how he set sail on a quest to find a new route to Asia. There are 6 questions in the worksheet that encourage students to think critically about the content presented. 

Age: 6 - 7
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British Royal Family Word Search

British Royal Family Word Search

This KS2 word search includes key vocabulary linked to the British Royal Family. Children will find members of the family in the immediate line of succession hidden in the grid. There are 14 words for children to find. They are written horizontally, vertically, and diagonally. This resource can be used when teaching children about the Royal Family or Queen Elizabeth II. 

Age: 10 - 11
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Queen Elizabeth II Cloze Activity

Queen Elizabeth II Cloze Activity

Queen Elizabeth II reigned for 70 years. She was born on 21 April 1926 to parents the Duke and Duchess of York. Elizabeth was crowned Queen on 2 June 1953. She was the longest reigning monarch in Britain. Queen Elizabeth II had two birthdays. Her official birthday was held on a Saturday in June. In 2022, the queen and the country celebrated her Platinum Jubilee. Queen Elizabeth died on 8 September 2022 at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Children read through the facts about Queen Elizabeth II and fill in the spaces using words from the word bank. A cloze worksheet is a useful activity to improve a child's reading comprehension and grammar skills. Words are removed from the text for students to fill in as an exercise in reading comprehension. There are 10 words for students to fill in from the word bank.   

Age: 10 - 11
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King Charles III Cloze Activity

King Charles III Cloze Activity

Charles was born at Buckingham Palace on 14 November 1948. He was the first child of Princess Elizabeth, Duchess of Edinburgh, and Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He has been heir to the throne since 1952. Charles acceded to the British throne on 8 September following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. Download and print this handy worksheet and teach your children some interesting facts about the King of the United Kingdom. Children read through the facts about King Charles III and fill in the spaces using words from the word bank. A cloze worksheet is a useful activity to improve a child's reading comprehension and grammar skills. Words are removed from the text for students to fill in as an exercise in reading comprehension. There are 10 words for students to fill in from the word bank.   

Age: 10 - 11
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Sir Alexander Fleming Cloze Activity

Sir Alexander Fleming Cloze Activity

What is Alexander Fleming famous for? What did he discover? Students read through the facts about Sir Alexander Fleming and fill in the spaces with the words from the word bank. Cloze activities are a great way for students to learn interesting facts by using given words to finish the sentences.

Age: 10 - 11
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Alexander Fleming word search

Alexander Fleming word search

Sir Alexander Fleming was born on 6 August 1881. He was a Scottish scientist and is well known for discovering penicillin. His discovery led to the introduction of antibiotics that saved many peoples' lives from infection. Use this fun word search with your class or at home. There are 15 words for students to find in the puzzle.

Age: 10 - 11
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Bessie Coleman - Vocabulary cards

Bessie Coleman - Vocabulary cards

This handy set of learning cards is a great way to help teach young children new vocabulary. Print these vocabulary cards and laminate them so they can be used over and over again! These vocabulary cards can be used as a discussion topic when teaching students about the first African-American woman and first Native American to hold a pilot license, Bessie Coleman.

Age: 6 - 7
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Bessie Coleman Timeline

Bessie Coleman Timeline

This handy timeline can be used when teaching children about the life of Bessie Coleman.

Age: 6 - 7
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Brave Bessie - Reading comprehension

Brave Bessie - Reading comprehension

Bessie started flying in airshows doing stunts like loop-the-loops. Bessie performed in America and in Europe and started teaching other people how to fly. KS1 students read through the article and answer six comprehension questions.

Age: 6 - 7
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Bessie Coleman's Childhood - Reading comprehension

Bessie Coleman's Childhood - Reading comprehension

Bessie was one of thirteen children. Her mother and father were Susan and George Coleman. This reading comprehension is suitable for your KS1 students when teaching the topic of Significant Individuals. Children read through the article and answer six comprehension questions.

Age: 6 - 7
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Bessie Coleman - Reading comprehension

Bessie Coleman - Reading comprehension

Bessie Coleman became the first woman in America to hold a pilot's license. This short reading comprehension is suitable for KS1 students. Children read through the article and answer four comprehension questions.

Age: 6 - 7
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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Quiz

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Quiz

Use this fun multiple-choice quiz to test your children's knowledge of Queen Elizabeth II and the Platinum Jubilee. There are nine multiple-choice questions for children to answer. Good luck!

Age: 10 - 11
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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee word search

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee word search

The Queen will become the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service. Celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee with this fun word search! There are 20 words to find hidden in the puzzle.

Age: 10 - 11
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Castle vocabulary cards

Castle vocabulary cards

Use these handy colourful word cards to familiarise children with keywords linked to castles. Each page has 4 vocabulary cards with a coloured border. You could print and laminate these cards so they can be used for a classroom display, or use them for a topic word bank. This set includes 16 vocabulary words.

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 History Daily Workout - Dates and Timelines

KS1 History Daily Workout - Dates and Timelines

This handy activity is great to use when teaching students about dates and timelines and will help improve vocabulary. It will also help children to read important dates and find out some important events that happened in history. There are 8 questions for children to answer. This history worksheet can be used at home or in the classroom.

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 History Daily Workout - Great Fire of London

KS1 History Daily Workout - Great Fire of London

The Great Fire of London started on 2nd September 1666. Where did the Great Fire of London start? Which famous cathedral was burned in the fire? This handy history resource is a great activity to test your child's knowledge about the Great Fire of London. There are 8 questions for students to answer that will help to boost their understanding of the topic in KS1. This resource can be used at home or in the classroom.

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 History Daily Workout - Florence Nightingale

KS1 History Daily Workout - Florence Nightingale

Florence Nightingale, also known as 'the Lady with the Lamp', is a famous British nurse who lived from 1820-1910. This handy history resource is a great activity to test your child's knowledge about Florence Nightingale. There are 8 questions for children to answer that will help to boost their understanding of the topic in KS1.

Age: 6 - 7
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KS1 History Daily Workout - Old or New?

KS1 History Daily Workout - Old or New?

Use this handy resource to help teach your children about things from the past. This history resource is a great activity for children to gain knowledge and understanding of things from the past and present, such as technology and transport. They will also learn how to put dates in chronological order. This worksheet can be used at home or in the classroom.

Age: 6 - 7
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KS2 Roman helmet colouring page

KS2 Roman helmet colouring page

This useful colouring page is great for children to practise their colouring and fine motor skills, as well as giving them something lovely to take home. It can also be used for a display when teaching the topic of the Romans.

Age: 10 - 11
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KS2 Roman warrior colouring page

KS2 Roman warrior colouring page

This useful colouring page is great for children to practise their colouring and fine motor skills, as well as giving them something lovely to take home or display in the classroom.

Age: 10 - 11
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KS2 Romans colouring page

KS2 Romans colouring page

This handy colouring sheet is great for children to practise their colouring and fine motor skills, as well as giving them something lovely to take home or display in the classroom.

Age: 10 - 11
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The Romans word search

The Romans word search

This fun word search includes words that are associated with the Romans and is great to help support studies on the Romans. See if your students can find all of the words hidden in the grid. To make it more interesting you could see how many words they can find in a given time!

Age: 10 - 11
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The Great Fire of London timeline

The Great Fire of London timeline

This timeline can be used as an extra resource when teaching students about the Great Fire of London.

Age: 5 - 6
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The Great Fire of London vocabulary cards

The Great Fire of London vocabulary cards

This colourful set of vocabulary cards can be used with your KS1 students to help them learn about the Great Fire of London. They can be laminated and used as a discussion topic with your children.

Age: 6 - 7
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Old and new toys vocabulary cards

Old and new toys vocabulary cards

This colourful set of flashcards can be used with your KS1 students to help them learn about modern toys and toys from the past. They can be laminated and used as a discussion topic with your children.

Age: 6 - 7
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Wright brothers cloze activity

Wright brothers cloze activity

Students read through the facts about the Wright brothers and fill in the missing words using the words from the word bank.

Age: 10 - 11
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Mahatma Gandhi Cloze Activity

Mahatma Gandhi Cloze Activity

What is Mahatma Gandhi famous for? Where was he born? What happened to Gandhi? Students read through the facts about Mohandas Gandhi and fill in the missing words to complete the worksheet.

Age: 10 - 11
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Mahatma Gandhi Word Search

Mahatma Gandhi Word Search

This word search includes 20 vocabulary words that are all associated with Mahatma Gandhi. Words are written in all directions including backwards and diagonally. Word searches are great for practising spelling. This resource can be used as an opening for discussion, or simply just for fun!

Age: 10 - 11
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Promenade colouring page

Promenade colouring page

This colouring page can be used as a fun activity when teaching kids about seaside holidays in the past. Use it as a discussion topic or simply just for fun!

Age: 6 - 7
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Seaside holidays word search

Seaside holidays word search

This seaside-themed word search includes key vocabulary for students to learn. It's a great way for children to practise spelling too! This KS1 history resource can be used as an opening for discussion, or simply just for fun!

Age: 6 - 7
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