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5th grade science guided reading books for Easel Activities
The Water Cycle - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Do your students struggle with scientific literacy? Do you find yourself at a loss for how to promote vocabulary retention? Are waning attention spans becoming a larger and larger problem in your classroom from year to year? If you answered yes to any of those questions then this resource is for you. I believe that teaching literacy is the job of every teacher, not just the heroes in English and Language Arts. And the only way we can help our students improve is by modeling and giving them chanc
Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-4
Also included in: Ecosystems - FULL UNIT
Properties of Minerals - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Do your students struggle with scientific literacy? Do you find yourself at a loss for how to promote vocabulary retention? Are waning attention spans becoming a larger and larger problem in your classroom from year to year? If you answered yes to any of those questions then this resource is for you. I believe that teaching literacy is the job of every teacher, not just the heroes in English and Language Arts. And the only way we can help our students improve is by modeling and giving them chanc
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 9th
Also included in: Earth Science Reading Comprehension Bundle
Layers of the Earth - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Do your students struggle with scientific literacy? Do you find yourself at a loss for how to promote vocabulary retention? Are waning attention spans becoming a larger and larger problem in your classroom from year to year? If you answered yes to any of those questions then this resource is for you. I believe that teaching literacy is the job of every teacher, not just the heroes in English and Language Arts. And the only way we can help our students improve is by modeling and giving them chanc
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-2
Also included in: Earth Science Reading Comprehension Bundle
Fossils - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Do your students struggle with scientific literacy? Do you find yourself at a loss for how to promote vocabulary retention? Are waning attention spans becoming a larger and larger problem in your classroom from year to year? If you answered yes to any of those questions then this resource is for you. I believe that teaching literacy is the job of every teacher, not just the heroes in English and Language Arts. And the only way we can help our students improve is by modeling and giving them chanc
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-LS4-1
Also included in: Evolution - FULL UNIT
The Secret Zoo
Literature Study includes:-chapter questions- vocabulary- figurative language- cause and effect- sequencing- predicting- compare and contrast- summary- prefixes/suffixes- answer key with page references- biomes
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Science Tools Reading Comprehension and Worksheets
Do your students struggle with scientific literacy? Do you find yourself at a loss for how to promote vocabulary retention? Are waning attention spans becoming a larger and larger problem in your classroom from year to year? If you answered yes to any of those questions then this resource is for you. I believe that teaching literacy is the job of every teacher, not just the heroes in English and Language Arts. And the only way we can help our students improve is by modeling and giving them chanc
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: Science & Scientific Method - FULL UNIT
All Thirteen by Christina Soontornvat Novel Guide
All Thirteen by Christina Soontornvat NO Prep Pack Distance Learning An Incredible Cave Rescue of the Thai Boys' Soccer Team This resource includes: Learning ObjectivesChapter-by-chapter reading comprehension questionsAnswer KeyVocabulary Activities Text-to-self questionsExtension Resources:- Map- Videos - Cave formations and locations - DocumentaryThis resource is great for: Teaching about non-fiction science textTeaching about problem solvingTeaching social studies Literacy centersIndependent
Grades:
5th - 8th
States of Matter - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Do your students struggle with scientific literacy? Do you find yourself at a loss for how to promote vocabulary retention? Are waning attention spans becoming a larger and larger problem in your classroom from year to year? If you answered yes to any of those questions then this resource is for you. I believe that teaching literacy is the job of every teacher, not just the heroes in English and Language Arts. And the only way we can help our students improve is by modeling and giving them chanc
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-PS1-2
Also included in: Physical Science Reading Comprehension Bundle
Sir Isaac Newton Close Reading Comprehension Activities | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the life of famous scientist, Isaac Newton. The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous scientist whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this PDF printable resource:An informational textA comprehension activity with eight questionsTwo grammar questions a
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 6th
The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer L. Holm Novel Guide
The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer L. Holm Novel Guide| Great for teaching growth mindset | This pack includes: Pre, post, and during reading activitiesChapter by chapter comprehension questions and answersNew vocabulary "Animals That Live Forever" Article - extension resource readingWord searchThis resource is great for:Guided ReadingLiteracy centersTeaching science through literatureIndependent work
Distance learning, eLearning
At home learning, homework
Language skill practice and developme
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Mars The Red Planet Close Reading Comprehension Activity | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the fourth planet from the Sun, Mars. The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the planet whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this PDF printable resource:An informational textA comprehension activity with ten questionsTwo grammar questions about the textAn ex
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 6th
Manatee Summer by Evan Griffith Novel Guide with Save Our Manatees NGSS Pack
Manatee Summer by Evan Griffith Novel Guide + Bonus Save Our Manatees Science Pack Aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (26 pg)Perhaps the best middle-grade novel ever written with topics of marine biology, animal advocacy, coming-of-age, family, and resilience. This resource includes:Learning Objectives
Pre-Reading Questions
Chapter-by-chapter comprehension questions
Answer Key
Themes Activity
Text-to-Self-Text-World Questions
Cause & Effect Activity
Character Analysis
Post-
Grades:
4th - 7th
Counting on Katherine by Becker How Katherine Johnson Saved Apollo 13 Lesson
Counting on Katherine How Katherine Johnson Saved Apollo 13 by Becker Lesson An inspiring story about Katherine Johnson, African American NASA mathematician, and physicist who saved Apollo 13 by calculating a save passage home after an explosion. This lesson pack includes: Pre, during, and post reading activitiesLesson objectivesReading comprehension questionsExtension activitiesWords in context activity Vocabulary activitiesCause & Effect KWL ChartCharacter analysisWord searchNearpod teache
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: Women in Science Biographies NGSS Unit Bundle
The Panama Canal Largest Earth Moving Project Lesson Plan
The Panama Canal Largest Earth Moving Project in History by Elizabeth Mann Lesson ObjectivesThe keynote/pdf lessonNew vocabularyVisual presentationsPost lesson multiple choice and short answer assessment"The Panama Canal" book presents a comprehensive view of social, geographical, and scientific aspects of building the world's largest canal. It's an engaging and educational read. Here’s what teachers just like you are saying about this resource:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Carlton's Collection says, "Enjoyed this
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Grades:
4th - 7th
We Dream of Space Erin Entrada Kelly NO Prep Novel Guide
We Dream of Space by Erin Entrada Kelly NO Prep Novel Guide is a perfect resource for teaching about the Challenger tragedy, American history, coming-of-age, family and sibling dynamics, as well as reading comprehension skills, character analysis, cause and effect and SO MUCH MORE! This resource includes: Pre, during, and post-reading activities Learning objectivesChapter-by-chapter reading comprehension questionsAnswer KeyCharacter analysis activitiesThemes ActivityVocabulary activities Extensi
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Grades:
5th - 8th
ONE DAY IN THE TROPICAL RAINFOREST Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Jean Craighead George Higher-Order Discussion Questions/Writing Prompts from each chapter.Skills included: figurative language, citing evidence, drawing conclusions, analyzing character actions, steps in a process, vocabulary, point of view, compare and contrast, open ended questions, writing prompts, and more. Science and Math content.Laminate pages: cut apart and staple together at the top or insert ring binders. Includes answer cards so students can self assess. Discussions are guided by stud
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Two Degrees by Gratz Earth Day Novel Guide of Global Climate Change
Two Degrees by Alan Gratz Earth Day Global Climate Change Novel Guide is great for teaching about climate change across North America. From California's wildfires, Florida hurricanes, to Canadian polar bears. This novel guide includes: Learning ObjectivesKWL ChartChapter-by-chapter reading comprehension questions and answersBackground geographical information on wildfiresMapsNew Vocabulary ActivitiesBackground information on Churchill, ManitobaBackground information on hurricanesHurricane Format
Grades:
4th - 7th
The Elephant's Girl by Celesta Rimington NO Prep Novel Guide
The Elephant's Girl by Rimington Novel Guide is perfect for teaching about zoos, sanctuaries, tornadoes, elephants and animals in captivity, as well as character analysis, themes, new vocabulary, main idea and details, plus much MORE! This resource includes: Pre - Reading ActivityKLW ChartChapter-by-Chapter Reading Comprehension QuestionsAnswer Key New VocabularyTornadoes ReadingElephants in Captivity ReadingExtension Resource Text-to-Self Questions Compare & Contrast ActivitiesCharacter Ana
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Grades:
5th - 8th
We Are Water Protectors by Lindstrom Natural Resources Earth Day Marine Lesson
We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom NGSS Earth Day Marine Science Lesson on environment, pollution, ecosystem and natural resources, as well as reading comprehension skills, cause and effect, main idea and details, and much MORE. NO PREP! Printable & Nearpod (integrates with Google Classroom)This resource includes: Learning objectives "Water, the Source of Life" readingReading comprehension questionsText-to-self questionsCause & Effect ChartNew Vocabulary activities Main ideas an
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
The Magic School Bus Inside a Hurricane Science Read Aloud Book Study Companion
The Magic School Bus : Inside a Hurricane Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Literacy Unit with Fun Activities, based on the book (book not included). Reading Level 4.3.This 47-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below . Worksheets include lined paper for easy handwriting practice: 47 Pages Total Include:1. TABLE OF CONTENTS2. 10 Comprehension short-answer questions 3. * * continued4. 10 Multiple Choice Ques
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Tsunamis - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Do your students struggle with reading comprehension? Do you find yourself at a loss for how to promote vocabulary retention? Are waning attention spans becoming a larger and larger problem in your classroom from year to year? If you answered yes to any of those questions then this resource is for you. I believe that teaching literacy is the job of every teacher, not just the heroes in English and Language Arts. And the only way we can help our students improve is by modeling and giving them cha
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-2
, 5-ESS2-1
Also included in: Earth Science Reading Comprehension Bundle
Wangari's Trees of Peace NGSS Earth Day Lesson
Wangari's Trees of Peace by Winter Earth Day Lesson aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards. Perfect for teaching about deforestation, natural resources, roles of trees in an ecosystem, cause and effect, and much more. Printable and Nearpod Google Classroom Ready This lesson includes: Learning Objectives Pre- Reading ActivityKLW ChartReading Comprehension Questions"Trees" text"When Trees Are Gone" text"Wangari Maathai" textRole of trees as a natural resource Cause & Effect Activit
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: Women in Science Biographies NGSS Unit Bundle
The Story of Salt by Kurlansky History and Science Lesson
The Story of Salt by Mark Kurlansky Pdf and Nearpod Lesson Google Classroom Ready This book expertly intertwines science, social studies, and language arts all the while telling a captivating story of salt. This is a perfect read for students in grades 4 - 8. This lesson includes:History, chemical characteristics, and importance of saltKWL Chart Post Lesson QuizVocabulary ListNearpod Teacher Access is included on the last page of the file If you have any questions about the Nearpod Teacher Acces
Grades:
5th - 7th
The Redwood Trees 5th Grade Science NGSS Lesson
The Redwood Trees Lesson Plan is aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards. This engaging science lesson is perfect for teaching about Coastal Redwoods, their habitat, adaptations, geographic location, and current environmental challenges. Printable & Nearpod (integrates with Google Classroom)This file includes: Pre- lesson activityPhysical Characteristics Historical use of Coastal Redwoods Location of Coastal Redwoods Adaptations of Coastal RedwoodsThe Future - Challenges and Oppor
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
NGSS:
4-ESS3-2
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