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6th grade science Common Core RI.3.7 resources
Rocks and Minerals, Types of Rocks, The Rock Cycle Worksheets & Reading Passages
Are you looking for rocks and minerals worksheets that cover igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks with no additional prep? This rock cycle introduction practice set of activities and non-fiction reading comprehension passages are easy to use and your students will love the variety. Learn the types of rocks and minerals through observations, writing prompts, non-fiction rocks and minerals reading comprehension passages (print & Google Forms options), and more. Including the rock cycle.
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Rocks and Minerals Unit
3 Types of Rocks Reading Passages Worksheets - Rocks and Minerals & Rock Cycle
Are you looking for types of rocks reading passages that cover the rock cycle and rocks and minerals with no additional prep? These reading passages are easy to use and your students will be engaged. They are the perfect addition to any rocks and minerals unit.Students are able to practice their reading comprehension skills while learning more about the 3 types of rocks: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic and how they are formed. The second reading passage covers the rock cycle and how it wor
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3rd - 6th
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The Solar System and Planets Activities Unit - Outer Space - Solar Eclipse 2024
This 130+ page complete solar system unit for elementary contains everything you need to complete an engaging space interactive notebook. It contains a variety of solar system activities for your upcoming space unit, including solar system reading comprehension passages and questions, solar system worksheets, planet and solar system projects, and more! It includes information on astronauts, planets, phases of the moon, eclipses, tides, and more.⭐⭐⭐Makes a great addition to your Solar Eclipse 202
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3rd - 6th
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Biomes Unit Differentiated Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions Bundle
Explore the world’s 5 major biomes with these biomes reading passages that include everything you need to work on vocabulary and comprehension skills with your students! These printables work great to send home for at home learning or distance learning for both Science or ELA. Differentiated reading passages (3 levels) allow you to meet the needs of all students to ensure complete understanding of the content! Take a look at the product preview for a closer look at each biome. All follow-up ac
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3rd - 6th
All About Fossils: NGSS Unit Aligned with 3-LS4-1 and 4-ESS1-1!
Complete fossil unit aligned with NGSS with best-selling FOSSIL STATIONS! Explore the world of fossils with your students in a fun and engaging way with All About Fossils! Students will enjoy learning about fossils with several interactive, engaging lessons. Your students will love the hands-on activities such as; making secret fossils in either clay or Play-doh before the class takes a guess as to what it is, making mold fossils out of bread and Swedish fish and comparing maps of T. rex foss
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3rd - 6th
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4-ESS1-1
, 3-LS4-1
Also included in: 3rd and 4th Grade Science Bundle (NGSS Aligned)
Photosynthesis Nonfiction Leveled Reading Passages with Comprehension Questions
Get your students engaged with this "A Closer Look at: Photosynthesis" reading passage and activities while meeting their reading level needs! This is perfect for at home learning or distance learning in both ELA and Science as well as part of a plants unit, reading nonfiction texts, and for guided reading groups. This passage has been differentiated for 3 reading levels (Grade Level Equivalents of 2.5-4.5). Please take a look at the preview for a closer look! WHAT'S INCLUDED:• Vocabulary Cha
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: Plants Bundle, Differentiated Plants Reading Passages & Word Wall
Solar System and Planets Leveled Reading Passages with Comprehension Questions
These 24 engaging planets reading passages are a must have for a Solar System unit, nonfiction reading, or guided reading groups! Each planet comes with 3 leveled reading passages containing the same educational material & vocabulary, only varying by reading level. Reading passages range from Grade Level Equivalents of 3-5.5. All follow-up activities are thoughtfully planned to align to the ELA Common Core. Please check out the preview for a closer look!For a discounted price on this pro
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3rd - 6th
Wacky Animal Adaptations Webquest Worksheet Internet Scavenger Hunt Activity
Wacky Animal Adaptations Webquest Worksheet Internet Scavenger Hunt Activity Your students will have fun learning about wacky animal adaptations that they've probably never seen in this informational reading webquest worksheet activity. This one page informational reading webquest worksheet allows students to use their internet search and interpretation skills to learn more about animal adaptations.The activity includes questions related to:Do you know which deer has fangs? Have you ever he
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2nd - 6th
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Also included in: Webquest Bundle of 35 Scavenger Hunt Activities and PowerPoint Lesson
Weathering and Erosion Worksheets Activities Reading Passages and Assessments
Struggling to find age-appropriate weathering and erosion worksheets for upper elementary students? These reading comprehension passages and activities are perfect for your weathering and erosion unit. With these no-prep activities, just print, and use in class. What’s the difference between weathering and erosion? Your students will know by the time they complete this set of activities. Learn erosion vs weathering through compare and contrast, cut and paste activity, flip book, writing prompts
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Weathering and Erosion Worksheets Bundle
Paired Text Passages - Volcanos Informational Writing - Print & Digital
Students write stronger informational (explanatory) essays using these printable or digital fact-based paired passages, or paired texts, about volcanoes. First, students read these perfectly paired passages to gather information about the topic. Students search the texts for facts, reasons, definitions, details, and quotes, then organize their information on the graphic organizer. The organizer supports students as they write their final informative essays, complete with all components necessary
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Paired Text Passages - Geology Informational Writing - Print & Digital
Fossils Worksheet Activity Types of Fossils - Reading Passages-3rd 4th 5th grade
Are you looking for fossils worksheets that cover how fossils are formed and the types of fossils with no additional prep? These fossils worksheet activities and non-fiction reading comprehension passages are easy to use and your students will love the variety.Learn how fossils are formed through observations, writing prompts, reading comprehension passages (print & Google Forms options), and more. Check out the list below and the preview for an in-depth look at what you get!After using thes
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Fossils Worksheets Bundle
Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions PDF Bundle 3rd-6th Grade
This sizeable PDF reading passages bundle is perfect if you are looking to work on science regularly. Comprehension questions follow each CCSS aligned article.609 pages of exciting science reading articles and practical comprehension questions. After each passage, students will be thoroughly questioned on what they have just read. Science Reading Comprehension: This sizeable science comprehension and questions bundle contains 609 pages of exciting and practical reading passages and questions. Af
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3rd - 6th
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National Parks Virtual Field Trip & Web Scavenger Hunt Conservation End of Year
Looking for an activity about National Parks? Let your students take a Virtual Field Trip using technology! It's a great way to expose your students to the natural beauty and wonder of the United States National Parks. Your students will "travel" and explore Yellowstone, Yosemite, the Grand Canyon and other amazing National Parks. They'll learn about the importance of the National Park Service, take virtual tours and hikes, "meet" the park rangers, and learn about important conservation efforts
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3rd - 7th
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Balanced and Unbalanced Forces Reading Passage and Comprehension Activity
Balanced and Unbalanced Forces Reading Comprehension Interactive Notebook Activity - Includes net force, explanations, and examples.Many students these days have a terribly difficult time comprehending nonfiction & informational text - textbooks, websites, articles etc. This product offers a more simple option for students to read, apply, and comprehend what they read - This is a GREAT tool to help your students overcome the obstacle of comprehending science text. These "Read & Apply" pr
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5th - 8th
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3-PS2-1
Also included in: Force Reading Comprehension Interactive Notebook Mini BUNDLE
Solar System Unit Bundle: Sun, Moon & Planets Reading Passages, Activities
These differentiated solar system reading passages are a must have for working on reading informational text with your students! They cover everything students need to know about the planets, the sun, and the moon! The Solar System Cooperative Learning project is similar to literature circles in that each student has a "job" or role they have to complete for their planet. You will have your students so engaged in reading and learning about our Solar System that they will not even realize how mu
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3rd - 6th
Summer Reading Passages Honey Bees Life Cycle and Informational Text Passages
Are you looking for summer reading passages with comprehension questions? Students will learn all about honey bees with these reading comprehension passages and questions. Honey bees are so important and have interesting life cycles! Students will learn about why honeybees are important, how the hive works, the life cycle of bees, the importance of bees as pollinators, why bees are at risk, and what we can do to help bees. Science Reading Comprehension and Great for Earth Day! ✅This resource inc
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3rd - 6th
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4-LS1-1
, 3-LS2-1
, 4-LS1-2
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS1-1
Also included in: 4th Grade Science NGSS PLUS Reading Informational Text Passages CCSS
Types of Soil Worksheets and Reading Passages | Google Form
Soil and literacy integration! This bundle is a great addition to any soil unit. It includes a variety of activities and assessments on loam, clay, sand, soil layers, and so much more. Students will learn about soil while reading comprehension passages, practicing writing skills, and performing other interactive tasks. Take a look at the preview for a full look at what is included in this bundle. This bundle also includes our Soil Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions. Google
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Types of Soil Worksheets Bundle
Differentiated Plant Adaptations Reading Passages, Vocabulary & Comprehension
Get your students engaged with this 3-page Plants Adaptations reading passage and activities while meeting their reading level needs! This is perfect for your plants unit, reading nonfiction texts, and for guided reading groups. This passage has been differentiated for 3 reading levels (Grade Level Equivalents of 3.5-5.5). Please take a look at the preview for a closer look! This paper version, along with a digital version Google Slides™ is available here.WHAT'S INCLUDED• Vocabulary Preview Char
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: Plants Bundle, Differentiated Plants Reading Passages & Word Wall
Natural Selection and Adaptations: Complete Unit with Reading Passages
A highly engaging NGSS aligned unit covering natural selection and adaptations. Students will enjoy the interesting reading passages based on scientific phenomena that are given as a central theme to each lesson. Reading comprehension questions are aligned with ELA standards. Also included are several fun, engaging activities that students will enjoy while gaining a deeper understanding of the content. Students sharpen their math skills by graphing data and analyzing results. Students also u
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3rd - 6th
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3-LS4-3
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS4-4
Also included in: 3rd and 4th Grade Science Bundle (NGSS Aligned)
Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions Digital Resources Grade 3-6
This sizeable reading passages bundle is perfect if you are looking to work on science regularly. Three digital resources formats - Google Docs, Slides and Forms, comprehension questions follow each article.609 pages of exciting science reading articles and practical comprehension questions. After each passage, students will be thoroughly questioned on what they have just read. Science Reading Comprehension Outline:The bundle contains passages especially designed for 3rd to 6th grade. There are
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3rd - 6th
Growth Mindset: Your Fantastic Elastic Brain 5-day Lesson Plan
Within this product, you will receive a 5-day lesson plan on Growth Mindset and how our brain works. Each lesson has standards attached. There are video links to help students understand our Fantastic Elastic Brains. The videos include a read-aloud of Your Fantastic Elastic Brain, Stretch it, Shape it, (so you don't need to buy the book) videos explaining how neurons create new learning pathways and a fun song about the brain. There are activities for students so they can master the objectives.
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1st - 6th
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Heat Transfer Reading Comprehension Passages | Energy
Heat literacy integration! This set includes two non-fiction passages with ten comprehension questions each. Students are able to practice their comprehension skills while learning more about heat energy. The first passage covers the main sources of heat; fire, friction, electricity, solar energy, chemical energy, and geothermal energy. The second passage takes a look at insulators, conductors, conduction, and convection. These reading comprehension texts would be a great addition to any scienc
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3rd - 6th
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Paired Text Passages - Geology Informational Writing - Print & Digital
Students write stronger informational (explanatory) essays using these printable or digital fact-based paired passages, or paired texts, on a variety of geology topics. First, students read these perfectly paired passages to gather information about the topic. Students search the texts for facts, reasons, definitions, details, and quotes, then organize their information on the graphic organizer. The organizer supports students as they write their final informative essays, complete with all compo
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3rd - 6th
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Hibernation and Migration Science Reading Informational Text Passages Adaptation
What are the behavioral adaptations that help animals survive in the winter? This unit is on Hibernation and Migration: This is a unit of close reading passages for winter reading comprehension. These informational text passages on hibernation and migration will have your students practice reading informational text and increase your students' science literacy as they learn about behavioral adaptations such as hibernation and migration. The text-dependent questions will encourage your students t
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4th - 6th
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3-LS4-3
, 3-LS4-2
Also included in: 4th Grade Science NGSS PLUS Reading Informational Text Passages CCSS
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