Multiple Sclerosis - Science Reading Article - Grades 5-7

Multiple Sclerosis Science Article for Grades 5-7 This informative science reading article helps students in grades 5-7 learn about multiple sclerosis. It defines multiple sclerosis, explains common symptoms like vision problems and fatigue, discusses how damage to nerve fibers leads to these symptoms, and describes treatments. The reading builds literacy skills with its student-friendly language, highlighted key terms, and variety of knowledge and critical thinking questions. Use it to introduce multiple sclerosis, build reading skills, provide challenge activities for advanced students, prepare emergency sub plans, and more. This versatile resource works for whole class instruction, small groups, homework, and distance learning. It integrates seamlessly into Google Classroom, offering editable Word, PDF, and Drive formats. The 40-60 minute reading promotes scientific literacy and hits Common Core standards for citing evidence and analyzing texts.