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Earth Day environment Common Core RI.7.4 resources
Yellowstone Wolves - 3 Part Informational Text
During the 1930's, people viewed wolves as dangerous and destructive animals and sought to remove them from Yellowstone National Park. This three-part informational text takes students on a journey from the wolves removal in the 1930s to their amazing return in the 1990s and the subsequent transformation of Yellowstone's present-day ecosystem. The ecological changes after their removal were widespread and evident. An excellent lesson about the power of nature's interconnections and the casca
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4th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, 5-LS2-1
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Deforestation Investigation: Read Informational Text, Graph and Analyze
Students read a text about the causes and effects of deforestation, are given data of the area of the Amazon rainforest over time, and graph the data to create a line graph. Students also respond to five analysis questions about the graph, and the issue of deforestation in the Amazon.Text is leveled to read independently at the 7th grade level (7.2), but could easily be adapted for younger learners or those with ELL/special needs with adult support. (As a sixth grade teacher with a wide variety
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4th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, HS-ESS3-6
Life Science: Ecosystems Read and Apply Bundle NGSS MS-LS2 ALIGNED
An effective, informative, and LOW PREP activity bundle covering Ecosystems: Energy, Interactions, and Dynamics. Aligns directly with all 5 NGSS MS-LS2 standards, but awesome for Life Science teachers whether you follow NGSS or not!Important Buyer Note: Everything included in this bundle is ALSO a part of my Life Science Read and Apply Bundle. Please do not purchase BOTH of these bundles. This particular bundle was designed to align directly with the NGSS MS-LS2 standards.Each Read & Apply i
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4th - 7th
American Bison Informational Text Reading Unit Summer Reading Passages
Are you looking for summer reading passages with comprehension questions? Would you like your students to learn about American bison? This informational text unit will have your students reading about bison and the adaptations that help them to survive. They will learn about how bison were once almost hunted to extinction but have now made a substantial recovery due to conservation efforts. Student pages in printable PDF and Google Slides.Bison Reading Unit Includes:PhenomenaSuggested ScheduleTh
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Animal Adaptations Science Summer Reading Passages Ecosystem and Nature
Earth Day Resources Bundle: Reading Passages, Escape Room, Research, Allegory
All of my "Earth Day" and "Environmental" Resources in one convenient bundle!What's Included:1. Earth Day/Environmental Reading Passages and Formative Assessment Questions3 Reading Passages with Standards-Based Questions perfect for formative or summative standards assessments2. Earth Day Escape RoomEngage your students with this digital escape room on the history of Earth Day and the legislature that it inspired!3. Eco-Heroes Research ProjectDigital or Print Research Project on environmentalist
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6th - 8th
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Earth Day: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about Earth Day through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions1 reading passage – (See topic below.)5 differentiated reading levels CCSS-aligned que
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3rd - 8th
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Earth Day Science Reading Comprehension | Plastic And Pollution Activities
Expand student's knowledge of environmental issues by learning about natural and synthetic plastics. Print and digital resource with Google Slide file. Easy Prep planning for Earth Day and makes quick sub plans. Students expand their comprehension and vocabulary skills with concept maps, summary strategies, and a crossword. This Reading in the Content Area Lesson Includes:Google Slide Pages with editable text boxes for the student's answers.Google Slide Pages without text boxes for printing.Goog
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4th - 7th
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NGSS:
4-PS3-4
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-PS1-2
, 4-ESS3-1
Greta Climate Speech Multiple Choice Quiz Close Reading & Rhetorical Analysis
PRINTABLE or DIGITAL Google Doc work packet. Ready to be assigned on Google Classroom. You will save time because an answer key and detailed lesson plan are included, and you will have a rigorous and engaging lesson aligned to standards on reading informational texts. Students will love reading about current events. This speech by Greta Thunberg on climate change is perfect activity for Earth Day or Women's History Month.In this activity, students will...1. Evaluate Greta Thunberg's argument by
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6th - 12th
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Shark Tracking
What kid doesn't love sharks?!? In this 1 hour (modifiable) activity students will learn the basics behind shark tracking and tagging. They will then track a shark on their own using Ocearch's digital tracking website. After selecting a shark students will complete the "My Shark Summer Road Trip" activity which allows them to display their shark's journey and create a "Twitter" account for their shark! Who doesn't love sharing their travels on social media for the world to see! This activity con
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1st - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-5
, 2-LS4-1
, MS-LS2-1
, 3-LS4-4
Earth Day/Environmental-Themed Reading Passages and Questions!
Dive into Earth Day or an Environmental Unit with this reading passage and formative assessment bundle!Features:Comprehensive Nonfiction Passage: Delve into the concepts, benefits, and challenges associated with renewable energy through a carefully crafted reading passage.History of Earth Day PassagePlastic Pollution PassageRenewable Energy Passage5 Sets of MC Questions for eachMultiple Choice Standards-Based Questions: Assess students' understanding and comprehension with five rigorously design
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6th - 9th
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Writing Module #1 | Write a Problem-Solution Argument | Recycling | Grades 7-12
Your 7th to 12th graders got this! Got what? A final product they'll create in no time with step-by-step guidance and be so proud of: A Problem-Solution Argument Essay about "The Recycling Problem," perfect for this age group. STUDENTS READ AUTHENTIC SOURCES ABOUT THE PROBLEM WITH RECYCLINGStudents read and critically think about a very important, current, relevant issue people all over the world are grappling with right now - the problem with recycling (plastics mainly) and different ways of so
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Also included in: Writing Modules | Grades 7-12 Growing Bundle | Write in Every Genre
The Global Waterscape: Understanding the world's water resources Complete Lesson
Enhance your students' understanding of the world's water resources with this comprehensive lesson plan. This package includes - A thought-provoking article titled "The Global Waterscape: Understanding the World's Water Resources" that delves into the complexities of water management across the globe. - Accompanying the article is a worksheet featuring vocabulary, multiple-choice, and extended-response questions, all designed to deepen students' comprehension and critical thinking skills.- An an
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6th - 8th
Earth Day - Critical Thinking Text Puzzle 14 | Digital Literacy
Here's a fun Earth Day Text Message Puzzle for Middle School students! How quickly can your class figure out who is texting and what is going on? Here's part of the text message conversation: What do you want to do for Earth Day?Kick off with a challenge to reduce, reuse and recycle?And then discuss how astronauts manage waste in space?... (look at the product preview PDF to see the last line) Who is speaking? What is going on? How do you know that?This is the full Reading Comprehension lessonTh
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6th - 10th
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Climate Change Animal Migration Nonfiction, Vocab, Analysis for Science or ELA
Students are often naturally interested in climate change and animals, so this resource brings the two together!This can successfully be used in an ELA or science classroom. All materials are competely editable in Google Slides form, and you can mix and match which activities best suit your students. This is easily a multi-day resource depending on the length of your classes and includes an early-finisher/extension project.This resource provides the following learning opportunities:Two different
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8th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-LS2-7
, MS-LS2-1
, HS-LS2-6
Earth Day Reading Comprehension Passages Activities Writing Spring
Empower your students with environmental awareness, fostering sustainability and understanding of the remarkable impact we can make in protecting our planet. Recognize Earth Day on April 22nd! Celebrate this special day with captivating Reading Passages, perfect for upper elementary and middle school students. These 5 enlightening passages encompass facts, student annotation directions, and thought-provoking questions. From the importance of recycling to the effects of climate change, these read
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4th - 7th
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Climate Change Reading Comprehension for 5th Grade and Higher
Empower your students to understand climate change and how it impacts our world. -Through these engaging Reading Comprehension passages, quizzes and worksheets, students will explore a variety of climate change topics, while actively building literacy and comprehension skills.Climate Change Reading Comprehension includes 7 reading passages, questions and answers, and 6 puzzle worksheets to support vocabulary development. The engaging content integrates well with the science curriculum while at t
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5th - 7th
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NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-5
Pollution: Nonfiction Reading Comprehension & Earth Day No Prep Packet
Exploring the Impact of Pollution: Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Packet for Grades 5-8Engaging Content: Delve into the multifaceted issue of pollution and its far-reaching effects on air, water, and soil quality with dynamic text and activities.Targeted Audience: Tailored for grades 5-8, ensuring accessibility and relevance of content to young learners.Informative Passage: Uncover the complexities of pollution through an informative text that explores its causes, consequences, and solutions.K
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5th - 8th
Deforestation Middle School Nonfiction Comprehension & Earth Day No Prep Packet
Impact of Deforestation: Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Packet for Grades 5-8Engaging Content: Delve into the environmental consequences of deforestation with compelling text and activities tailored for grades 5-8.Informative Passage: Learn about the causes, effects, and solutions of deforestation through an informative text designed to captivate and educate young learners.Key Ideas and Details: Develop reading comprehension skills by identifying main ideas, supporting details, and citing tex
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Grades:
5th - 8th
BIOMES 360 VR ESCAPE ROOM/BREAKOUT-STEM
Unleash your students' curiosity as they delve into THE BIOMES OF THE WORLD, all while having a blast! This all-digital 360° VR escape/breakout room boasts 14 captivating virtual worlds and 26 exciting digital activities. Plus, you'll receive personalized student certificates via email once they complete the adventure. This comprehensive lesson package includes engaging digital activities, custom videos, digital posters, and automatically personalized student certificates. Best of all, there's n
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: STEM / SCIENCE DIGITAL BREAKOUT/ACTIVITIES BUNDLE SAVINGS!
History of Earth Day-Reading Passage and CCSS-Based Questions
Engage your students with this comprehensive resource exploring the history of Earth Day! This product includes a nonfiction passage detailing the origins and significance of Earth Day, along with five multiple-choice Common Core standards-aligned questions for formative assessment. Incorporate this resource into your classroom to enhance students' understanding of environmental awareness and the importance of Earth Day. With both printable and Google Forms versions available, this resource offe
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Earth Day/Environmental-Themed Reading Passages and Questions!
Plastic Pollution! Nonfiction Reading Passage and CCSS Aligned Questions
Plastic Pollution Nonfiction Passage & Formative Assessment!Immerse your students in the urgent issue of plastic pollution with this engaging resource! This product features a nonfiction passage exploring the causes and effects of plastic pollution, accompanied by five multiple-choice Common Core standards-aligned questions for formative assessment.Integrate this resource into your curriculum to deepen students' understanding of environmental challenges and foster critical thinking skills. W
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Earth Day/Environmental-Themed Reading Passages and Questions!
Exploring Renewable Energy Reading Passage and CCSS Based Questions
Dive into the world of renewable energy with this engaging nonfiction reading passage! Designed to captivate students' interest while building comprehension skills, this resource offers an informative exploration of renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal power.Features:Comprehensive Nonfiction Passage: Delve into the concepts, benefits, and challenges associated with renewable energy through a carefully crafted reading passage.Multiple Choice Standards-Based
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Earth Day/Environmental-Themed Reading Passages and Questions!
28 April-Themed Exit Tickets, Warm Ups, QuickChecks, Formative Assessments
Looking to incorporate some April-themed fun into your lessons while still teaching your tested standards? Try this resource that includes 28 passages and 4 different "visits" with the tested standards. Perfect for exit tickets, warmups, bell ringers, quick checks, or just any formative assessment!What's Included:4 different reading passages on events in April for each of the following standards:1. RI 1: Inference and Text Evidence2. RI 2: Central Idea + Details3. RI 3: Analyzing Key Details4. R
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6th - 8th
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Invasive Species Research Project
Students had a hard time understanding how destructive an invasive species can be. This year I am adding a short research poster or google slides project. No need for students to search the internet and waste time. I have done the research and provided links to websites, fact sheets and no ads youtube videos. There is a student instruction sheet, rubric for grading and a google slide presentation to share with students so they can choose their animal. There is also a link to my livebinders for o
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