September 11 Grade 5 Reading Packet on the 2001 Attacks
Events of September 11, 2001 are summarized in a reading passage with a vocabulary sidebar, and students mark the heading, underline each paragraph's main idea and record key details as they read.

- Grades
- Grade 5, Elementary
- File type
- Preparation
- Print ready
- Subject
- Social Studies, History, History: USA
- Topic
- 9/11, reading passage
- Resource types
- Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
- Preparation
- Print ready
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What's inside this resource
The Events of September 11 - 5th Grade Reading Packet is an informative resource that teaches students about the events of 9/11. This no-prep packet can be used for whole group, small group, or independent work to build students' knowledge of this important historical event. After reading a passage that objectively summarizes 9/11, students will demonstrate their learning by completing multiple choice questions, graphic organizers, and short responses. With answer keys included, this packet on 9/11 history is an engaging supplement for elementary social studies or reading lessons in the 5th grade classroom. The reading level and content is appropriate for 10-11 year old students. Through thoughtful questions and writing prompts, students will thoughtfully reflect on the events of this modern American tragedy.
In the classroom
Teaching tips & learning objectives
Learning objectives
- Identify the main idea of each paragraph in an informational text
- Record key details that support a main idea
- Explain key terms connected to the September 11 attacks
Skills covered
- Annotating text — circling the heading and underlining main ideas while reading
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Concepts & topics
Core concepts
- September 11, 2001
- Main idea and key details
- World Trade Center
- Pentagon
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