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Invasive Species Facts Digital Science Reading Article

Invasive Species Facts Digital Science Reading Article preview
Invasive Species Facts Digital Science Reading Article preview
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Look Inside · 5 pages · answer key included

Invasive species article opener: students read what invasive species are, how they travel by ship, plus a possum fun fact
Launch the reading; preview the bolded vocabulary first
Harm caused by invasive species: students read about lost food and habitat, three ways to fight them, kudzu and mongoose
Second half of the text; good spot for a partner read
Invasive species comprehension: students answer six questions plus two extension items, one researching a local invader
Exit task or homework after reading the article
References list citing National Wildlife Federation, FAO, USDA and The Wildlife Society sources on invasive species
Source list for teacher background or student research

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Invasive Species Reading Comprehension This informative science article helps students in grades 5-7 learn about invasive species. The reading covers what an invasive species is, how a species becomes invasive, the damage invasive species can cause, prevention methods, and examples. The reading integrates easily into Google Classroom and can be used for in-class instruction or distance learning. It includes versions in Microsoft Word, PDF, and Google Docs formats. After reading, students answer knowledge, thinking, connecting, and open-ended questions to build literacy skills. An answer key is included. Use this engaging reading to introduce invasive species, improve reading comprehension, teach scientific literacy, enhance analysis abilities, provide an extension activity, or offer extra credit. The reading and activities address NGSS, TEKS, and Common Core standards. Take the guesswork out of teaching scientific literacy with this ready-to-go reading that will keep students learning!

What's Included

1 zip file with:

-Reading passage as a DOC and PDF

-Comprehension questions w/ Answer Key

-Google Reading Access PDF

The Reading Looks at:

- What is an invasive species?

- How does a species become invasive?

- What damage can an invasive species do?

- Prevention

- Examples

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