Effects of stress on the brain - Science Reading Article - Grades 5-7

Effects of Stress on the Brain Science Article This informative science reading resource tackles literacy and biology by having students read and analyze a scientific article on the effects of stress on the brain. Suitable for grades 5-7, it covers topics like the stress response, how stress hormones impact the brain, grey and white matter, and reversing chronic stress. With reading, comprehension, and open-ended questions, it develops literacy skills and science knowledge. The reading integrates easily into Google Classroom or distance learning. With a click it is copied to Google Drive for assigning. Formatted as a Word doc and PDF too. Engaging and concise at 2.5 pages, it takes 50-75 minutes to complete. Use it to introduce a unit on the brain, build reading skills, provide a sub plan, challenge advanced learners, give extra credit, or measure literacy abilities. The supplement includes an answer key.