KS2 Economics and Global Trade – Differentiated Reading Comprehension Bundle
Bring economics and global trade to life in your KS2 classroom with this cross-curricular, fully differentiated reading comprehension bundle. Designed to support UKS2 geography, history, and PSHE objectives, this collection of nine high-quality comprehension packs introduces pupils to the fascinating world of work, money, trade, and globalisation — from the first marketplaces to modern supply chains and sustainable futures.
Each pack includes three extended reading passages (HA, MA, LA), ten comprehension questions per level, a glossary of key terms, and complete answer sheets — perfect for guided reading, whole-class teaching, or independent study.
Included Resources:
Work and Wages Through Time
Discover how jobs, pay, and workers’ rights have evolved — from ancient farmers and medieval guilds to industrial factories and modern workplaces.
Money and Markets
Explore the history and function of money, from barter to digital banking, and learn how markets help connect buyers and sellers.
The History of Global Trade
Trace the development of trade routes, from the Silk Road to today’s international shipping networks.
Global Supply Chains
Understand how products are made, transported, and sold across the world, linking producers and consumers.
The Circular Economy and Recycling
Learn how recycling and reuse can create sustainable systems, reducing waste and protecting resources.
Resources and Raw Materials
Explore how natural resources like wood, metal, and oil are extracted, traded, and transformed into everyday goods.
Supply Chains and the Journey of a Product
Follow the journey of a single product — from design and raw materials to factories, shipping, and sale.
Fair Trade and Sustainable Development
Understand how fair trade supports farmers and workers, promotes equality, and encourages responsible global citizenship.
Globalisation and the World Economy
Discover how technology, communication, and trade connect countries, people, and economies around the globe.
What’s Included in Each Pack:
- Three extended, differentiated reading passages (HA, MA, LA)
- Ten comprehension questions per level (retrieval, inference, vocabulary, explanation)
- Complete answer sheets for self or teacher marking
- Shared glossary of key terms
- Editable format for easy adaptation
Curriculum Links:
Geography:
- Human geography: economic activity, trade links, distribution of natural resources
- Understanding global interdependence and sustainability
History:
- Development of trade, industry, and global connections over time
- Changes in work, wages, and economic systems
PSHE / Citizenship:
- Fair trade, sustainability, and global responsibility
- Understanding money, resources, and ethical choices
English:
- Reading comprehension skills: retrieval, inference, summary, and vocabulary development
- Building confidence with cross-curricular non-fiction texts
Learning Objectives:
- Explain how trade, work, and economic systems have changed over time
- Understand the role of supply chains and globalisation
- Identify links between resources, production, and consumption
- Explore fairness, sustainability, and ethical trade
Why Teachers Love It:
- Fully differentiated (HA, MA, LA)
- Supports literacy, geography and history simultaneously
- Perfect for UKS2 and international curricular
- Real-world relevance keeps learners engaged
- Ready-to-use with glossaries and answers included
Perfect For:
- KS2 Geography and History lessons
- Cross-curricular projects on trade and sustainability
- Guided reading or literacy rotations
- Homework, enrichment, or extension tasks
- International schools and global citizenship units
