Explore St David’s Day in your KS1 classroom with this easy-to-use reading and comprehension activities pack.
This resource is perfect for Year 1 and Year 2 pupils, introducing them to the story of St David and how his special day is celebrated across Wales. Pupils will explore:
- who St David was and his life as a monk
- why he became the patron saint of Wales
- the significance of Welsh symbols like the daffodil and leek
- how people celebrate St David’s Day today
From miracles and churches to parades, Welsh cakes and traditional costumes, this topic captures pupils’ curiosity while developing essential comprehension skills.
When is St David’s Day?
St David’s Day is celebrated on 1st March each year, marking the day he died and honouring him as the patron saint of Wales.
St David’s Day activities pack
The pack includes a clear, pupil-friendly PowerPoint and a printable PDF version of the text and comprehension questions. Use the PowerPoint for whole-class reading, modelling fluency and pausing to discuss key vocabulary and ideas.
The comprehension questions appear alongside the text, making it easy to check understanding and spark discussion.
More confident readers can use the PDF version independently or in small groups during guided reading sessions, practising retrieval, inference and explanation skills with questions such as:
- Why was St David important in Wales even before he became a saint?
- Why do you think Glamorgan sausages contain leek?
Curriculum links
This resource aligns with the KS1 English curriculum. In Year 1, pupils develop pleasure in reading and build vocabulary by listening to and discussing non-fiction beyond their independent level.
In Year 2, pupils practise answering and asking questions about texts they read and hear.
This resource provides a straightforward, curriculum-linked way to teach St David’s Day and support pupils’ reading and comprehension skills.
Download a KS2 version of this resource. We also have KS1 packs for St Andrew's Day, St Patrick's Day and St George's Day.