Harriet Tubman: Civil War Spy – Reading Comprehension – 6th Grade

Harriet Tubman: Civil War Spy – Reading Comprehension Worksheet helps sixth grade learners practice history with clear directions and a clean, kid-friendly layout. Print it and it is ready for class, homework, or homeschool lessons.

Learning objective: By the end of this activity, students will be able to use their history skills accurately and explain their thinking.

Why it works: Practice like this gives students a chance to try history on their own after you teach it. Because the page is quick to complete and easy to review, it fits into almost any part of the school day.

What's included:

• 3-page printable worksheet

• Answer key (1 page)

• Cover page

How it's organized: Short, student-friendly directions sit at the top of the page, followed by practice items that move from simple to more challenging.

Grade level: Designed for sixth grade students. It also works well for fifth grade students who need extra practice or a fresh review.

How to use it: It is a great fit for morning work, learning centers, intervention groups, test review, homeschool lessons, and take-home practice.

Answer key: An answer key is included, so you can check work quickly or let students self-correct.

Teaching tips and variations:

• Use it as an exit ticket the day after a history lesson to see who needs more support.

• Pair students to compare answers and talk through any differences.

• Project the page and solve one or two items as a class before students work on their own.

Skills covered: History, People, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Social Studies

Standards: Supports Common Core RI.6.1, RI.6.2.

File type: PDF, ready to print.

Number of pages: 5 (3 worksheet pages, 1 answer key page, 1 cover page).

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