
This engaging and fully differentiated resource explores the history of music from early human instruments to modern digital sounds. Pupils learn how music developed across time — from ancient harps and chants to Renaissance harmonies, Baroque orchestras, and the rise of jazz, rock and roll, and pop.
What’s Included:
• Three differentiated extended reading passages (HA, MA, LA)
• 10 comprehension questions per level
• Full answer sheets
• Glossary of key vocabulary
• Editable Word format for easy adaptation
Key Features:
• Explains how music changed through different historical periods
• Designed for KS2 History, Music, and cross-curricular links with English
• Perfect for whole-class use, guided reading, interventions, or homework
• Supports comprehension, historical knowledge, and vocabulary development
National Curriculum Links:
• History: Understanding culture and society across periods
• Music: History of music, listening, and appreciation
• English: Reading comprehension and vocabulary development
Perfect for:
• KS2 History or Music lessons
• Guided reading sessions
• Cross-curricular creative projects
• Homework or enrichment
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