Differences in Protestants and Catholics | Middle School Social Studies

Description

Help your students explore the lasting impact of the Reformation with this engaging and differentiated resource on the key differences between Protestant and Catholic beliefs. Designed for middle school social studies classrooms, this activity focuses on the historical significance of these two branches of Christianity and how their differences shaped world history.

This resource includes a detailed reading passage available at four differentiated Lexile levels (300-600, 601-800, 801-900, and 900-1200) to ensure all students can access and engage with the content at their appropriate reading level. Each version is accompanied by thoughtfully crafted questions that guide students to analyze the historical significance of the Protestant and Catholic divide, rather than just focusing on surface-level comprehension.

Perfect for class discussions, historical analysis, or independent learning, this resource supports students in developing critical thinking skills while connecting the Reformation to larger historical themes. Whether you’re introducing the Reformation for the first time or diving deeper into its impact, this resource will save you time while providing meaningful, accessible content for all learners.

For use by individual teachers only. For whole-school use, please contact me at [email protected]