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4th grade informational text Common Core RST.6-8.10 resources
Conductors and Insulators Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about conductors and insulators:defines heat transfer as the movement of thermal energyexplains that some materials transfer heat and electricity better than others gives examples of thermal/electrical conductors and how they are used gives examples of thermal/electrical insulators and how they are used It includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Slides. Color and black l
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, MS-PS3-3
, 4-PS3-2
Also included in: Heat Transfer and Thermal Energy Unit Bundle of 6 Science Lessons
Types of Waves Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about different types of waves explains:waves are disturbances that transfer energy from one place to anothermechanical waves (like sound) must travel through matter while electromagnetic waves (like light) can travel through empty spacewaves can be described as transverse or longitudinal depending on how they move scientists measure amplitude and wavelength to determine how much energy a wave hasThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension qu
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
4-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, 4-PS4-1
Also included in: Sound Energy Mechanical Waves Unit Bundle of 7 Science Lessons
Solar and Lunar Eclipses Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage explains solar and lunar eclipses, including:solar eclipses happen when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, casting a shadow on Earth's surfacelunar eclipses happen when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the moonvocabulary such as umbra, penumbra, total eclipse, and partial eclipseThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions -
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Earth's Spheres Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read one page science passage is all about Earth's spheres, including: geosphere (plus the lithosphere) hydrosphereatmospherebiosphere The passage explores each sphere, what it's made of, why it's important, and how it interacts with the other spheres. It touches on important natural processes such as the rock cycle and the water cycle. This resource includes a one page passage, 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions -
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS2-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Evolution and Natural Selection Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about evolution and natural selection: tells the story of Charles Darwin's voyage to the Galapagos Islands and how his observations there helped him to form important scientific theoriesdefines the theory of evolution and natural selectiongives examples of how animals evolve based on traits that increase their chances of surviving and reproducing (including whales and Galapagos finches) This download includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions,
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS4-1
, MS-LS4-2
, MS-LS4-4
Food Chains Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL
This Science Shorts bundle contains 5 reading passages related to the cycling of energy through food chains and food webs in an ecosystem. Topics include:Food ChainsProducersConsumersDecomposersPhotosynthesisEach passage comes with 10 multiple choice questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing.All of the passages in this bundle include read aloud YouTube videos with
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, 5-LS2-1
, 5-PS3-1
, 5-LS1-1
Climate Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about climate explains:the difference between climate and weatherEarth is divided into 5 main climate categories: tropical, dry, temperate, continental, and polarclimate is affected by latitude, elevation, landforms, ocean wind and currents, and closeness to waterclimate determines which plant and animal species can survive in a regionclimate can change over long periods of time (like during ice ages) and human activities can affect climate change The passage
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-ESS3-5
, 3-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-6
...
Also included in: Ashton's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
The Three Rs Reduce Reuse Recycle Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT & DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about the three Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle) explains:how overuse of natural resources hurts planet Earthwhy it's important to reduce, reuse, and recycle to help protect the environmenthow to reduce use of natural resourceshow to reuse things (like water bottles, shopping bags, etc.) what recycling is and how it worksThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google For
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
...
Natural Resources Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about natural resources explains:natural resources are found in nature but can be used to make synthetic resourcesexamples of natural resourcesthe difference between renewable and nonrenewable resourcesnatural resources are not evenly distributed on Earth because of factors like climate, geologic processes, and the location of ancient lifethe uneven distribution of resources has led to conflict and warThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehensi
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-PS1-3
Sedimentary Rocks Rock Cycle Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about sedimentary rocks: explains how sedimentary rocks form including important processes such as weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, and cementationgives examples of several different types of sedimentary rocks explains why sedimentary rock layers often contain fossils and what can be learned from studying them.The passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Go
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
, 4-ESS1-1
, MS-LS4-1
, MS-ESS2-1
Humidity and Dew Point Weather Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about humidity and dew point explains: humidity is water vapor in the airvery humid days feel hotter because our sweat can't evaporate as wellthe amount of humidity the air can hold is affected by temperaturemeteorologists use a percent called relative humidity to describe how humid the air is when the temperature drops to the dew point, water vapor changes back to liquid in the form of dew. The passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questio
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-4
, MS-ESS2-5
Also included in: Ashton's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Photosynthesis Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about photosynthesis explains: plants get energy from the sun and use it to change water and carbon dioxide into food in a process called photosynthesisplants use chlorophyll stored in chloroplasts in their cells to capture energy from sunlightchlorophyll is what gives plants their green colorenergy from the sun moves up the food chain from sun to plants to herbivores to carnivoresphotosynthesis causes plants to release oxygen which animals need to breatheThis
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-7
, 4-LS1-1
, 5-LS2-1
, MS-LS1-6
, 5-LS1-1
Basic Chemistry Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL
This Science Shorts bundle contains 9 reading passages related to basic chemistry. Topics include:AtomsElementsMolecules and CompoundsPhysical and Chemical ChangesHeat TransferDensitySurface TensionStates of MatterLaw of Conservation of MassEach passage comes with 10 multiple choice questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing.Each of these passages is also sold sepa
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS1-4
, MS-PS1-2
, MS-PS1-5
, MS-PS1-1
, MS-PS1-6
Global Warming Climate Change Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about global warming and climate change explains:Earth's climate is heating up faster than it ever has beforewhy scientists are concerned about the increased rate of global warminghow the greenhouse gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat from the sun to warm the planethow human activities (like burning fossil fuels) add carbon dioxide to the atmosphere which could be speeding up global warminghow we can help fight climate changeThe passage includes 10 multiple
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
...
Metamorphic Rocks Rock Cycle Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about metamorphic rocks: explains that metamorphic rocks form when sedimentary and igneous rocks change in appearance due to extreme heat and pressure describes the difference between regional metamorphism and contact metamorphism gives examples of different types of metamorphic rocks including limestone changing into marble and granite changing into gneiss. The passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-sc
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
The Rock Cycle Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL
This Science Shorts bundle contains 9 reading passages relating to the rock cycle. Topics include:The Rock CycleSedimentary RocksIgneous RocksMetamorphic RocksVolcanoesWeatheringErosionDepositionLayers of EarthEach passage comes with 10 multiple choice questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing.Each of these passages is also sold separately and can be accessed by c
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
, 4-ESS1-1
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
Latitude and Longitude Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read comprehension passage about lines of latitude and longitude on maps and globes of the Earth explains:latitude and longitude are imaginary lines that help us find exact locations when reading mapslines of latitude run east and west parallel to the equatorlines of longitude run north and south on either side of the prime meridianlatitude and longitude are measured in degrees, minutes, and seconds when used together, latitude and longitude coordinates can help us find exact locati
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-5
, 4-ESS2-2
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Life Cycle of Stars- Article, Questions, Wordsearch, and Hidden Message!
Learn all about the stellar life cycle with this engaging and versatile activity. This worksheet is perfect for any lesson on stars and can serve as independent work, homework, or as a resource for a day with the substitute! Examine nebula, supernovas, neutron stars, and black holes with this article, set of questions, word search, and hidden message! Teacher's guide included. Don't forget to check out my other materials! Enjoy!
Igneous Rocks Rock Cycle Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about igneous rocks: explains that igneous rocks form when melted rock (magma or lava) cools and hardens into new rockdescribes the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocksgives examples of several different types of igneous rocks including granite, basalt, obsidian, and pumiceThe passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black li
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
Tornado Worksheets Reading Comprehension Activity
Teaching a unit on natural disasters? Check out this nonfiction article about tornadoes. Included, students will learn about what a tornado is, how it forms, when and where they occur, how to measure them, and safety precautions. In addition to the four-page article, there is a page of comprehension questions to help you assess learning. Like this resource? Check out the unit and save 20%: click hereStudents will learn:What a tornado isHow it formsWhere and when they are most likely to occurHow
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Types:
CCSS:
Pollution Air Land and Water Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about the environmental impact of air, water, and land pollution explains:pollution is anything that contaminates our planetthere are three types of pollution: air, water, and landair pollution is created when we burn fossil fuels, releasing greenhouse gases that may lead to global warmingwater pollution is caused by garbage, oil, and chemicals getting into the waterland pollution is caused by litter and chemicals seeping into the groundthere are many simple a
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
...
Basic Chemistry Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle
Basic Chemistry Reading Comprehension Passages BundleEmbark on an enlightening journey into the fascinating realm of chemistry with our comprehensive "Basic Chemistry Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle." This engaging resource is designed to captivate the minds of students as they explore the fundamental concepts that underpin the world of matter and its transformations. Each passage offers an informative reading experience, interactive multiple-choice questions, thought-provoking true or fal
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS1-4
, MS-PS1-2
, MS-PS1-5
, MS-PS1-1
, MS-PS1-6
Environment Earth Day Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL
This bundle includes 8 easy to understand one page reading passages about environmental issues affecting Earth that cover:EarthClimateNatural ResourcesRenewable EnergyFossil FuelsPollutionGlobal WarmingThe Three Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle)Each passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing.This bundle is perfe
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
, 4-ESS3-2
...
Facebook Explorers Project with Digital Student Directions using Google Slides
What if early explorers had Facebook pages? Does your curriculum include early explorers, trade routes, and colonization from the 1200’s through the 1700’s for your students this year?This classroom-tested Facebook Explorer Project, using Google Slides, can be an engaging way to:* integrate technology, reading, and social studies* extend and enrich a social studies unit* help students gain comfort and confidence reading nonfiction * give your students a research opportunity * provide students a
Grades:
4th - 6th
Types:
CCSS:
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