Energy Use and Conservation - Digital Science Reading Article – Grades 5-7
Informational article on energy use and conservation, covering fossil fuels, renewable resources, global warming, energy labels and smart meters, followed by comprehension questions.

- Grades
- Grades 5–7, Elementary, Middle School
- File type
- Multiple File Types
- Subject
- Science, Physics
- Topic
- energy use passage, conservation passage
- Resource types
- Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
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Energy Use and Conservation - Digital Science Reading Teach students about energy conservation with this engaging science reading article. Ideal for grades 5-7, this resource tackles literacy and science standards through an informative text and activity questions. The reading covers what energy conservation is, how energy consumption affects us, methods to save energy, energy labels, and smart meters. Different question types then allow students to demonstrate comprehension, apply higher-order thinking skills, make connections, and provide open-ended responses. This versatile resource works for whole class instruction, small groups, homework, and more. It integrates seamlessly into Google Classroom and provides a no-prep substitute lesson. The reading, questions, and answer key promote scientific literacy, reading skills, analysis, and knowledge retention.
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Teaching tips & learning objectives
Learning objectives
- Explain why conserving energy matters and name ways to save it
- Summarize an informational science article in 200-250 words
Skills covered
- Reading comprehension — answering recall and explanation questions about the article
- Applying the reading — examining a real energy label on a home appliance
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Concepts & topics
Core concepts
- Energy conservation
- Renewable and nonrenewable resources
- Fossil fuels
- Energy labels
- Smart meters
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