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Bioluminescence & Insects: SAMPLE Reading Comprehension passage (Docs)
Science, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Life Sciences, Animals, Insects, Nature & Plants, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
This is a ONE PASSAGE SAMPLE. The following is the description of the FULL resource and the downloading links: Bioluminescence and Insects: Reading Comprehension Passages (Docs) This very engaging collection of life science reading passages about Bioluminescence and Insects is designed to bridge the gap between science and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking scientific curiosity in middle school students. Each passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate science content that supports NGSS classroom practice. Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Science. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! What Is Included? There are (3) informational passages: Living Lights: The Science of Bioluminescence Explains how organisms produce “cold light” with luciferin and luciferase, and shows why they glow for signaling, hunting, and protection. Cicadas: The Long Wait Underground Covers the long underground nymph stage, synchronized emergence, molting, loud calls, and how this life cycle supports survival and reproduction. Masters of Disguise: How Insects Hide and Imitate Distinguishes camouflage from mimicry with clear examples, highlighting how color, shape, and behavior help insects avoid predators and capture prey. Student Tasks for Each Passage: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Full answer key for every section Available Formats for this Resource PDF Word Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE Reading Passage Links: Astronomy & Space Science PDF Word Docs Google Docs Volcanoes, Rocks, & Mountains PDF Word Docs Google Docs Rock Cycle, Soil, & Sinkholes PDF Word Docs Google Docs Mars, Glaciers, & Antarctica PDF Word Docs Google Docs Water Cycle, Acid Rain, & Wastewater PDF Word Docs Google Docs Insects, Animals, & Ecosystems PDF Word Docs Google Docs Bioluminescence & Insects PDF Word Docs Google Docs Animal Skin, Cats, & T. Rex PDF Word Docs Google Docs Product Details Length: 14 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Standards support: reinforces informational-text skills and supports NGSS-style sense making through observation, modeling, and clear use of claim, evidence, and reasoning Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic science content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this set to reinforce ELA skills in science, to add literacy to your lessons, or to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author CORED Education - Middle & High School
Rating
Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Life Science, Insects
Short U: Sample Phonics Games and Activities - Hear, See, Say!
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Short U: Hear, See, Say! Sample Game Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game How to use each function of the game is up to the teacher. Sound effects range in difficulty, picture sections are harder. Click on the relevant icons to reveal these functions. The word can be revealed letter by letter by clicking on the boxes at the bottom of the screen. Pressing the celebration box will reveal the answer with a picture. Next arrow will move you onto the next slide. About the Full Game (available in the ppt game links section below) Bringing fun sounds into your phonics review, this game requires a mix of skills. The teacher has full control over which clue to offer the students. There are incredible sound effects, close-up pictures or the option to simply reveal letter(s) in the word. 17 Slides. Practice Short U Words: tub, cub, sub, mud, bug, jug, mug, rug, gum, run, sun, hut, nut, cup, bus, duck. Includes sound effects for added entertainment Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Vocabulary Games, Phonics Games, Letter U Games, Letter U Activities, Cvc Games
Student Desk Name Plates
, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Classroom Decor, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
These student desk name plates are prettyandfunctional. I hope you enjoy them as you get your classroom ready for the new school year!
Author Socially Skilled Kids
Tags Desk Name Tags, Visual Supports, Special Education
"Responsibility" Character Traits Song
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Music, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Songs, Activities
Many of our students love learning in a variety of ways and music is one of those! We can retain information better when we hear it through songs and visual videos. This is one reason we like to incorporate music in our learning environments. We don’t have to limit music to music class only for our students. In my store, you’ll find a wide array of music resources that students will love to learn from. What You Get: This is a music video for your elementary students. The title of this song is “Responsibility.”This is a song and video that will teach students about character and taking responsibility. This video provides explanations and many examples to support student learning. You can implement this video at the introduction of teaching this character trait. The objective is for students to better understand how to be responsible and what it takes to have good character. This would be a song that I play multiple times for my students across the course of this unit . It is an MP4 file, so you can download it and have the option of embedding it into any slideshow you may be using for instruction. I hope you enjoy! Here are links to similar resources in my store: “PrimeTime” Math Song “Do The Verb” Language Arts Song “Order in the Court” Math Song “Both Sides of the Road” Math Song “Doggies Divide” Math Song “Nouns Nouns Nouns” Language Arts Song Check Out More Resources from My Store: MathDog Media
Author MathDog Media
Tags Responsibility, Character Traits, Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning, Life Skills, Songs About Taking Responsibility, Video On Character Traits
"Fairness" Character Traits Song
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Social Skills, Life Skills, Music, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Songs, Activities
The "Fairness" Character Traits Song Teaching Resource This music video teaches students about the character trait of fairness through explanations, examples, and an upbeat song. Students in grades 1-4 will gain a deeper understanding of how to demonstrate fairness and good character in various situations. Educators can play this lively song multiple times as an introduction when beginning a character education unit focused on fairness. The MP4 file can also be embedded into presentations and lesson materials for further student engagement. Ultimately, the video's cheerful tune and clear message will help instill the values of integrity and ethical decision-making in young learners. This teaching resource from MathDog Media incorporates research-based best practices to inspire students through integrated music-based learning.
Author MathDog Media
Tags Character Traits, Fairness, Community, Social Skills, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning, Fairness Songs, Teaching Fairness Activities, Songs About Fairness
"Kindness" Character Traits Song
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Music, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Songs, Activities
"Kindness" Character Traits Song is an informative music video for elementary students that teaches about the character trait of kindness through explanations and examples. Educators can use this 4-minute video MP4 file to introduce and reinforce the concept of kindness. Students will learn to identify kindness in themselves and others. The catchy song played over colorful animations will help students retain the traits of good character. This resource can be implemented in a variety of ways - as an introduction activity played for the whole class, in small groups for discussion, or even assigned for at-home viewing. Use across multiple lessons on character education for repeated exposure. Check out similar character-building song resources at MathDog Media like "Do The Verb" and "PrimeTime Math."
Author MathDog Media
Tags Videos, Music, Character Traits, Student Songs, Social Emotional Learning, Social Skills