What Is Thanksgiving? – Reading Comprehension
Engage your learners with this informative and accessible Thanksgiving reading comprehension resource. Ideal for KS2 and Lower KS3, this pack is perfect for developing reading skills while exploring the origins and traditions of an important cultural celebration.
Students will learn about the history of Thanksgiving, how it began, and how it is celebrated in the United States today. The text encourages reflection on gratitude, kindness, and community — making it a great addition to autumn term lessons or cultural awareness topics.
What’s included:
Informational text: What Is Thanksgiving? (approx. 400–500 words)
Comprehension questions covering retrieval, inference, and vocabulary
Complete teacher answer sheet for quick and easy marking
Curriculum links to English, History, and PSHE
Learning objectives:
Understand the historical background and modern traditions of Thanksgiving
Build vocabulary and comprehension skills
Reflect on gratitude and the importance of community
Perfect for:
Guided reading sessions
Homework or independent learning
Cross-curricular English and history lessons
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