Science Reading Passages on Properties of Earth Materials (PDF)
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Reading Passages on Properties of Earth Materials for Earth Science
Make science reading both simple and exciting with this ready-to-use resource! These Earth Science passages are packed with engaging content about minerals, the rock cycle, fossils, and more—all aligned to Common Core standards. Whether you're introducing new material or reinforcing key concepts, the included question sets offer a variety of formats to keep students thinking and learning. With the prep already done for you, it’s easy to bring rich, meaningful science lessons into your classroom.
What's inside?
Part 1 - Properties of Earth Materials
Reading Passage 1: Earth Science and Earth Materials
Reading Passage 2: Earth Materials and Their Uses
Reading Passage 3: Minerals
Reading Passage 4: Rocks and the Rock Cycle
Reading Passage 5: Soils
Reading Passage 6: Fossils
Product Info:
36 PAGES (US English with Answers) PDF Version
Teaching Duration: 2 Weeks
Science Reading Comprehension Outline:
Targeted for students in 3rd and 4th grades, these reading passages are enhanced with illustrations and graphs to elucidate critical points. Each lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards, allowing you to integrate science reading practice effortlessly, knowing that minimal preparation is needed on your part.
Each passage comes with a variety of questions in different formats, including multiple-choice formats, data analysis, and fill-in-the-blanks. The topics covered strike a balance between engaging content and core curriculum-based science subjects.
Versatile in application, these lessons are suitable for a variety of settings such as whole-class instruction, morning activities, independent desk work, small group discussions, contingency plans for substitute teachers, homework assignments, or even special holiday-themed tasks.