International Women’s Day – English Activity Pack

Celebrate International Women’s Day (March 8) in your English class with this engaging and meaningful activity pack. This resource helps students learn about the importance of gender equality while practicing essential English skills.

The activities combine reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and creative writing, making it perfect for secondary school lessons around this global celebration. (7 pages)

What’s included:
• Reading comprehension text about the history and importance of International Women’s Day
• Comprehension questions based on the text
• Gap-fill reading activity about the origins of the celebration
• Vocabulary matching exercise
• True or False reading activity
• Word search with key vocabulary (equality, rights, freedom, solidarity, etc.)
• Creative acrostic poem activity (W.O.M.E.N.) with space for illustration

Skills practiced:
✔ Reading comprehension
✔ Vocabulary development
✔ Critical thinking
✔ Creative writing
✔ Cultural awareness

Ideal for:
Secondary school English classes / ESL learners.

Format:
Printable PDF – ready to use in class or assign as homework.

Make your March 8 lesson meaningful, reflective, and engaging while helping students practice English in a real-world context.