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Astronomy Common Core RI.7.1 resources
Stars {Differentiated Close Reading Passages & Questions}
Going deeper into nonfiction texts is essential to student mastery of common core standards. Want ways to integrate social studies and science content into your nonfiction instruction, while differentiating for the needs of all learners? Look no further than these STARS differentiated reading passages and comprehension questions. In this product, there are three nonfiction-reading passages based on stars are, and what the Georgia Standards say students should know and understand about it. If you
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Science Leveled Texts BUNDLE Nonfiction Differentiated Passages
Reading Passage - The Planet Neptune
This reading passage is a free sample of the passages that are included in my Solar System Reading Passages product.
The passage includes a ~500 word article about the planet Neptune, including its discovery and composition. These products are intended as reading practice/intervention/activities. They are aligned with 6,7,8 grade Common Core standards for informational text.
Includes the passage, a glossary, a 5 question multiple choice 'quiz', 3 questions asking the student to select evidenc
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6th - 8th
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Solar System and Space Reading Comprehension Passages Digital & Print
Space and Solar System Worksheets - Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations This resource is designed for an Space unit. It contains 5 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions also included! Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 5 Reading Passages! COMMON CORE ALIGNED! Aligned with Earth Science Complete Curriculum Quick overview of topics covered in this resource include: 1. The Moon an
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4th - 7th
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The Sun: Space Leveled Texts {Differentiated Reading Passages & Questions}
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage summarizing the sun, its atmosphere and orbit, qualities of the sun, and benefits of the sun. General overview of the differences and examples are given. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. Integrate science content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Guided Reading levels are N, S, and U.$Why should I purchase this passage set?$• Textbooks aren't what they used to be...if we ha
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Science Leveled Texts BUNDLE Nonfiction Differentiated Passages
SOLAR SYSTEM DIGITAL 360 VR ESCAPE ROOM/BREAKOUT
Embark on an exciting journey through a virtual solar system, where you can explore and discover fascinating facts about all eight planets - Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. With nine virtual worlds to explore, this immersive experience offers a unique opportunity to learn and engage with the wonders of our solar system. Enhance your students' learning with 24 interactive digital activities designed to captivate and motivate them throughout their exploration.⭐⭐
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4th - 9th
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MS-ESS1-3
Also included in: Escape Room, Breakout - All Digital Bundle 360 Virtual Reality!
Middle School Nonfiction Unit - Solar System Reading Passages
If you've been scouring the internet for reading passages to teach nonfiction text features and text structure, this is the bundle for you! With this set of 10 full-page reading passages and accompanying activities, you'll be able to teach nonfiction text structure and text features on a middle school level - and your students will be fully engaged as they learn fascinating facts about the planets and other objects in our solar system.This reading passages bundle includes the following resources
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6th - 8th
ASTRONOMERS & OUR GALAXY- Ptolemy, Copernicus, and Galileo | Distance Learning
This informational about astronomers traces the change of theories about our galaxy from geocentric to heliocentric. Students learn some brief information about Ptolemy, Copernicus and Galileo, and read how the Roman Catholic Church was a stumbling block for scientists studying our universe. This is an easy to follow lesson for students and teacher.This product includes:- Two board pages with suggestions for introducing the topic to students.- A three page Informational Reading that includes
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5th - 8th
Constellations: Internet Research
While you are studying stars and/or space, assign students to learn more about one of the 88 constellations. This file contains a worksheet to guide students through their research, websites where they can find the information, and a sample completed project that students can create from the information that they gathered. (Updated February 2021)Keywords: Science, astronomy, stars, galaxies, zodiac, curriculum, computer, integration, worksheet
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5th - 8th
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Solar Eclipse 2024: Researching the Past Assignment
Looking for a way to engage your students regarding the Solar Eclipse?Our assignment on solar eclipse myths across cultures offers a thrilling journey through time and space, guaranteed to spark your students' imagination and critical thinking skills!Skills DevelopedResearch: Students will conduct thorough research using a variety of sources to explore solar eclipse myths and legends across cultures.Analysis: Students will compare and contrast cultural interpretations of solar eclipses, identify
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6th - 9th
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Space & Politics- Space Race to the Moon Reading Comprehension
Included:1 fact-based article about the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union and the main factor that influenced it... politics. 9 worksheets created for different comprehension levels * Comprehension Questions Students list pros/cons, true/false statements, student opinion to be supported by facts * Multiple Choice Questions * Vocabulary Worksheet (10 words from the article) * Vocabulary Worksheet with Word Bank (10 words from the articl
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5th - 8th
Nonfiction Text Structure Passages - Solar System - PDF & Digital
Finding engaging reading passages for your text structure lesson can be quite a challenge - not to mention time-consuming! Simplify your lesson planning with high-interest solar system reading comprehension passages. Clear, targeted examples of each text structure will help your students really understand text structure and how it contributes to the main idea of a passage. Don't miss my complete Solar System Nonfiction Bundle for more high-interest reading passages!Students will learn fascinatin
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Middle School Nonfiction Unit - Solar System Reading Passages
Science_Total Solar Eclipse Countdown_Current Event News Article Reading_2023
Saturday April 8, 2023 was the start of a one-year countdown to the next total solar eclipse that will be visible in North America, and Pennsylvania will be a prime viewing location.Follow Us on Twitter @NewsLessonPlansTeen news articles covering contemporary issues. Great for current events journaling, reading comprehension practice, summer enrichment lessons, substitute teacher plans, home school curricular support, or informally chatting with your teen at home. Article Features:· 2 difficult
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6th - 12th
8 Planet Readings with Questions Print and Go! 36 pages over 120 questions
Print and Go! 8 Short read and writes : The Planets: Science Quick Activities & ReadingsDiscover the captivating world of planets in our universe with this expertly crafted collection of teacher printables! Tailored for middle school students, these printables encompasses short, compelling readings on planets, each paired with insightful questions designed to ignite curiosity and deepen understanding. Meet your disciplinary literacy goals with print ready content pages with questions. Whet
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8th - 12th
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MS-ESS1-4
, HS-ESS1-6
, HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
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The Reason for the Seasons - A Cause and Effect Explanation for the Seasons
This lesson is meant to bring together students’ knowledge about direct and indirect light and opposite seasons in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres to help them to build their model of the Sun-Earth system. This lesson explains why the different hemispheres receive indirect and direct light at different times of the year: Earth’s tilt. Students review axis, latitude, and the equator; direct and indirect light; and Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Using the example of a baseball and flashl
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6th - 8th
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MS-ESS1-1
How the Solar System Impacts Us
In this informational text students will learn about how the tilt of the Earth, the Moon, Sun, and Meteors impact life on earth. The text explains the seasons, climate, the tides, the phases of the moon, eclipses, solar flares, the aurora, and meteor impacts. This product contains differentiated versions of the same reading. Level 1 has a Flesch-Kincaid reading ease score of 77.8 and a word count of 1198.Level 2 has a Flesch-Kincaid reading ease score of 80.3 and a word count of 1153.There ar
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2nd - 6th
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Time Zones & Daylight Saving Time - Cause-and-Effect History/Science Lesson
During this lesson, students identify what they currently understand about our time zones and Daylight Saving Time. They learn how the development of the train and long distance travel led to the necessity for a standard timekeeping system. They also learn about the history of Daylight Saving Time, the benefits and the consequences of utilizing it. After reading, students compare what they knew at the beginning to what they understand now. Following this, students complete a graphic organizer to
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5th - 8th
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5-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
Solar System Profiles Cards 4
Profile cards for 4 Celestial Bodies of our Solar System. The cards may be cutout and used as flash cards or kept intact for unit reviews These are meant to be printed on 8.5 x 11 sheet paper.
Mars - Differentiated Science Reading Passages
“Differentiated Science Literacy Reading Passages – The Planet Mars” will allow each student in your class to enjoy the same high-quality science content at their own differentiated reading skill level. This resource contains an illustrated reading passage on the planet Mars which has been differentiated for grades 3 – 7. This resource integrates a science topic with Common Core reading standards and differentiates the passages by grade level. It will allow you to save time, teach across your
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3rd - 7th
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Solar System Profile Cards 1
Profile cards for the 4 Inner Planets of our Solar System. The cards may be cutout and used as flash cards or kept intact for unit reviews. These cards are meant to be printed on 8.5 x 11 sheet paper.
Evaluating Credibility - Conspiracy Theory with ANSWER KEY
This lesson is designed to be a piece of a larger research project in which students needed to evaluate what makes a source credible. Students build skills in research and identifying credible sources.
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7th - 12th
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Learning Ladder for BUZZ ALDRIN: Reaching for the Moon by Buzz Aldrin
Use this 6-step activity page for independent work or differentiated instruction. Perfect for those identified as gifted! Aligns with 7th grade Ohio Science standards and 4th-7th grade Ohio ELA standards.
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4th - 7th
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The Space Race- DBQ Competition
Welcome to the Paper Space Race! In this activity-based lesson, your students will learn more about the Space Race and the competition between the US and the USSR through informational text analysis and a competitive paper airplane design that simulates the Space Race.INCLUDED IN THIS LESSON:- An opening Corners activity to help students form initial impressions- A team DBQ activity where students will read various non-fiction articles and a speech by JFK. These articles focus on the social, tec
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6th - 10th
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Biography of Marc Garneau
Biography
Famous Canadians
Astronaut
Crossword
Vocabulary
Comprehension questions
Answers
Marc Garneau
Astronaut Marc Garneau by Jim Strong is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
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5th - 8th
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