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Astronomy Common Core RI.6.2 resources
Solar System and Planets Reading Passages | The Solar System Worksheets
This Solar System and Planets Close Reading Packet has everything you need for a complete reading and science unit in your classroom. Differentiated reading passages, writing activities, no prep worksheets, and coloring pages are at the heart of this one-stop resource for learning about each planet!Please click the PREVIEW above for an idea of everything included in this loaded resource!If you have never used Close Reading or even if you are already a pro, this 110+ page packet truly is for you!
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4th - 7th
Also included in: Solar System and Planets Activities Bundle | Solar System Project
Stars {Differentiated Close Reading Passages & Questions}
Going deeper into nonfiction texts is essential to student mastery of common core standards. Want ways to integrate social studies and science content into your nonfiction instruction, while differentiating for the needs of all learners? Look no further than these STARS differentiated reading passages and comprehension questions. In this product, there are three nonfiction-reading passages based on stars are, and what the Georgia Standards say students should know and understand about it. If you
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Science Leveled Texts BUNDLE Nonfiction Differentiated Passages
Solar System and Space Reading Comprehension Passages Digital & Print
Space and Solar System Worksheets - Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations This resource is designed for an Space unit. It contains 5 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions also included! Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 5 Reading Passages! COMMON CORE ALIGNED! Aligned with Earth Science Complete Curriculum Quick overview of topics covered in this resource include: 1. The Moon an
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4th - 7th
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DIY 3D Paper Sun Earth Moon system model, Solar system, lunar phase, Science
[ Paper 3D Sun Earth Moon System Model ] Hands-on activities, paper craft challenges.[TOOLS]- Scissors, Cutter- Two Brad Pins- A4 size paper(180~220g), colored paper--------------------------------------------------[INCLUDE]1. Sun Earth Moon system model assemble instructions(PDF) 2pages2. Sun Earth Moon system model pattern(PDF) 4pages - Models using brad pins : Coloring pattern 1page, Colored pattern 1page - No glue model : Coloring pattern 1page, Colored pattern 1page3. Sun Earth Moon sys
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4th - 9th
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5-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
The Sun: Space Leveled Texts {Differentiated Reading Passages & Questions}
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage summarizing the sun, its atmosphere and orbit, qualities of the sun, and benefits of the sun. General overview of the differences and examples are given. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. Integrate science content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Guided Reading levels are N, S, and U.$Why should I purchase this passage set?$• Textbooks aren't what they used to be...if we ha
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Science Leveled Texts BUNDLE Nonfiction Differentiated Passages
Mars The Red Planet Close Reading Comprehension Activity | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the fourth planet from the Sun, Mars. The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the planet whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this PDF printable resource:An informational textA comprehension activity with ten questionsTwo grammar questions about the textAn ex
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5th - 6th
SOLAR SYSTEM DIGITAL 360 VR ESCAPE ROOM/BREAKOUT
Embark on an exciting journey through a virtual solar system, where you can explore and discover fascinating facts about all eight planets - Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. With nine virtual worlds to explore, this immersive experience offers a unique opportunity to learn and engage with the wonders of our solar system. Enhance your students' learning with 24 interactive digital activities designed to captivate and motivate them throughout their exploration.⭐⭐
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4th - 9th
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MS-ESS1-3
Also included in: Escape Room, Breakout - All Digital Bundle 360 Virtual Reality!
Science Solar System and Planets Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
Blast off into space while improving reading comprehension with our Solar System and space-themed differentiated close reading activities. Now includes a full digital pack - ready for Google Classroom and Microsoft One Drive. This activity pack includes SEVEN Grade Five and Six (Year Five and Six) informational non-fiction passages with six pages of unique and engaging text-dependent questions and higher-order thinking tasks. These activities are great for your guided reading program, or as home
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4th - 6th
Middle School Nonfiction Unit - Solar System Reading Passages
If you've been scouring the internet for reading passages to teach nonfiction text features and text structure, this is the bundle for you! With this set of 10 full-page reading passages and accompanying activities, you'll be able to teach nonfiction text structure and text features on a middle school level - and your students will be fully engaged as they learn fascinating facts about the planets and other objects in our solar system.This reading passages bundle includes the following resources
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6th - 8th
Meteors, Meteorites & Meteoroids Reading Passage & Worksheets
Your students will enjoy learning about Meteoroids and Meteors with this high-interest, informational Close Reading Unit! Perfect for a fun reading unit, this resource includes everything you need for a full week of reading activities about the space rocks known as meteoroids. Engaging for students and NO PREP for teachers!Click HERE to SAVE 40% on this unit, plus 4 other units in the June Close Reading Packet.Click HERE for BIG SAVINGS with the Close Reading Bundle for the YEAR!Click the PREVIE
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Leveled Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions Bundle for the Year
Science Reading Comprehension | Solar System | Rotation And Revolution of Earth
Help students stop mixing up Rotation and the revolution of the Earth during your astronomy unit. Emphasis is on understanding the different movements of the solar system. Easy Prep Planning. Specifically made for Google Classroom and perfect for digital learning. Printable and Digital versions included. Students expand their comprehension and vocabulary skills with concept maps, summary strategies, and an acrostic word puzzle assessment. Students will expand their knowledge of rotation and
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4th - 8th
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5-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
ASTRONOMERS & OUR GALAXY- Ptolemy, Copernicus, and Galileo | Distance Learning
This informational about astronomers traces the change of theories about our galaxy from geocentric to heliocentric. Students learn some brief information about Ptolemy, Copernicus and Galileo, and read how the Roman Catholic Church was a stumbling block for scientists studying our universe. This is an easy to follow lesson for students and teacher.This product includes:- Two board pages with suggestions for introducing the topic to students.- A three page Informational Reading that includes
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5th - 8th
Nonfiction Passage with Text Features - The Sun - Digital & PDF
Looking for a reading passage with LOTS of nonfiction text features? Use this handy, free text features activity to teach eight kinds of text features as students learn about one of the most fascinating objects in our solar system - the sun!(If you love this freebie, check out the rest of my Solar System Nonfiction Reading Passages Bundle!)This free nonfiction reading passage includes a variety of common text features, including a title, headings, a footnote, a diagram, a caption, and more. It a
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Nonfiction Unit - Solar System Reading Passages
Nonfiction Passages with Text Features - Outer Space - PDF & Digital
If you're looking for a fun way to teach non fiction text features, these solar system reading comprehension passages are here to make it easy! High-interest nonfiction about space will keep students engaged while they identify and analyze the purpose of 14 different text features, including headings, captions, footnotes, graphs, maps, and more!Each nonfiction activity will engage your students with fascinating facts about the sun, moon, planets, asteroids, and space travel as they practice read
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Middle School Nonfiction Unit - Solar System Reading Passages
Apollo 11 Moon Landing Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
Blast off into space while improving reading comprehension with our Apollo 11 Moon Landing close reading activities. A differentiated non-fiction passage with six pages of unique and engaging higher-order thinking tasks. This pack includes a full digital pack - ready for Google Classroom and Microsoft One Drive. In this print AND digital Solar System reading pack you will receive:1. One text at two levels The First Moon Landing2. SIX corresponding NO PREP Higher Order Thinking Activities - that'
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4th - 6th
Dinosaurs Reading Comprehension | Nonfiction Passages, Questions and Activities
Explore dinosaurs with these differentiated dinosaur themed close reading comprehension activities. Develop reading comprehension skills including making inferences, asking questions and finding the main idea with a range of nonfiction passages and engaging questions and activities. The perfect high interest literacy activity to accompany a dinosaur unit or to engage with student interests.In this pack you will receive:1. Five texts - all with an extended and scaffold version:An Introduction to
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4th - 6th
Mars Fiction & Nonfiction Unit - Mazes - Reading Comprehension - Space
This MARS UNIT combines a nonfiction reading passage with fun MAZES to solve. Read it before or after reading A Rover's Story to build background knowledge.The no-prep novel study for A Rover's Story, about a rover's construction and mission to Mars, includes vocabulary and reading comprehension skills in manageable chunks for your students.The informational passage explains about different rovers that NASA has sent to Mars. It's perfect as a stand-alone piece or to build background knowledge.
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4th - 7th
Moon Phases Activity - Reading Passages with BoardGame Bundle!
Look no further for a complete moon phases activity bundle all about the phases of the moon. First, use this moon phase reading passages to teach students about the phases of the moon, creation of the moon, how our moon impacts us on Earth, names of each phase of the lunar cycle, and why it cycles through phases. Students will learn what waxing and waning mean, as well as crescent and gibbous. View the preview video here!Then, review the phases of the moon with this moon phases activity for your
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5th - 8th
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MS-ESS1-1
Constellations: Internet Research
While you are studying stars and/or space, assign students to learn more about one of the 88 constellations. This file contains a worksheet to guide students through their research, websites where they can find the information, and a sample completed project that students can create from the information that they gathered. (Updated February 2021)Keywords: Science, astronomy, stars, galaxies, zodiac, curriculum, computer, integration, worksheet
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5th - 8th
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Sun Stations Lab | Sun Lesson | Reading Comprehension | Digital & Print
This sun lesson features 6 stations all about features of our sun. Students rotate through stations and learn about the layers of the sun, solar wind and sunspots, solar flares, fusion in the sun, and much more. Content is accessed through videos and reading stations and includes a lab sheet for students to record their answers.------------------------------- Please check out my sun lessons blog ----------------------------------Why should you use this resource in your classroom?☆ Available as
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5th - 7th
Solar and Lunar Eclipse Worksheet - Reading Comprehension Passage
Use this informational text lesson to teach how solar and lunar eclipses occur. This solar and lunar eclipse worksheet includes a two page reading comprehension lesson, a review worksheet, notes sheets, choice board activity, word search and crossword puzzle. Included:PDF files that are easy to useTwo page lessonComprehension review worksheetTwo notes sheetsChoice boardWord searchWhy Should You Use This Product?Easy to use! Keep on hand for quick sub plans.PDF files are ready to print and easy
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5th - 7th
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MS-ESS1-1
Sun Stations Lab & Lesson Digital or Print Bundle | Reading Comprehension
Looking for an easy to set up, no-prep, stations lab? Look no further, because this lesson about the solar system's sun is what you need. Students will rotate through stations and learn about the layers of the sun, solar wind and sunspots, solar flares, fusion in the sun, and much more. Content is accessed through videos and reading stations and includes a lab sheet for students to record their answers.------------------------------- Please check out my sun lessons blog -------------------------
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5th - 7th
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Space & Politics- Space Race to the Moon Reading Comprehension
Included:1 fact-based article about the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union and the main factor that influenced it... politics. 9 worksheets created for different comprehension levels * Comprehension Questions Students list pros/cons, true/false statements, student opinion to be supported by facts * Multiple Choice Questions * Vocabulary Worksheet (10 words from the article) * Vocabulary Worksheet with Word Bank (10 words from the articl
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5th - 8th
Saturn: The Jewel of Our Solar System
Saturn: The Jewel of Our Solar System - Reading Comprehension Activity for 5th & 6th GradeDive into the wonders of our solar system with this engaging and informative reading comprehension activity focused on Saturn, the jewel of our solar system. Designed specifically for 5th and 6th graders, this resource blends fascinating scientific facts with critical thinking and comprehension questions that align with Common Core State Standards.What’s Included:A Detailed Informational Text on Saturn:
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5th - 6th
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