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Astronomy Common Core RI.5.4 resources
The Solar System and Planets Activities Unit - Outer Space - Solar Eclipse 2024
This 130+ page complete solar system unit for elementary contains everything you need to complete an engaging space interactive notebook. It contains a variety of solar system activities for your upcoming space unit, including solar system reading comprehension passages and questions, solar system worksheets, planet and solar system projects, and more! It includes information on astronauts, planets, phases of the moon, eclipses, tides, and more.⭐⭐⭐Makes a great addition to your Solar Eclipse 202
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3rd - 6th
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The Solar System Planets Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about the solar system describes the 8 planets that orbit our sun in language your students will understand! It explores characteristics of:MercuryVenusEarthMarsJupiterSaturnUranusNeptuneThe passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. It includes color and black line illustrations to accommodate black and white printing. The passage also has a companion YouT
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3rd - 6th
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MS-ESS1-3
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
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
Space and Solar System Activities | Planets
This COMPLETE and comprehensive space unit on our planet, the solar system, and space is just for you! All activities include instructions, activity cards, and a response/recording sheet if applicable. I've also included the DIGITAL and NO PREP version! Share with your class using Google Classroom™, Google Slides™ or via Microsoft OneDrive™. You can even use these with SeeSaw and PicCollage when you save the file as a PDF.This 200+ page unit includes:Academic vocabulary cards (moon, orbit, const
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3rd - 5th
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Night and Day Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about night and day explains:that night and day are caused by the rotation of the Earth on its axiswhy the sun appears to change position at different times of daywhy there are more daylight hours in the summer than in the winterThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printi
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3rd - 6th
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5-ESS1-2
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Science Word Wall - The Solar System Posters, Space Vocabulary Terms
Create a beautiful visual word wall in your classroom to support your students in their solar system unit! Student-friendly definitions with supporting visuals are shown on each of the 52 solar system vocabulary terms. Available as pictured, as well as an all-white background option!*53 Terms*Terms included are:craterrevolutionrotationatmosphereterrestrialdensetoxicwater vapor ("water vapour" also included for Canadian/British/Australian spelling)spherepolesmeteoroidsatellitemeteoriteasteroidcan
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3rd - 6th
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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
The Moon Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage describes Earth's moon including details about:the size of the moonthe moon's distance from Earthtemperature changes from day to nightthe length of a year on the moonmoon phasesgravityThis resource includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. The passage also has a companion YouTube video. Show the video before or after reading the passage to increase student comprehen
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3rd - 6th
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MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Solar and Lunar Eclipses Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage explains solar and lunar eclipses, including:solar eclipses happen when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, casting a shadow on Earth's surfacelunar eclipses happen when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the moonvocabulary such as umbra, penumbra, total eclipse, and partial eclipseThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions -
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4th - 7th
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5-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Space and Solar System Unit (Google Slides™)
A complete and comprehensive PAPERLESS space unit on our planet, the solar system, and space. The best part is that it is all DIGITAL and NO PREP! Share with your class using Google Classroom™, Google Slides™ or via Microsoft OneDrive™. You can even use these with SeeSaw and PicCollage when you save the file as a PDF.This 71 page unit includes a Google™ Slides file on:Informative text for all planets, Sun, moon, seasons, stars, and space related topicsComprehension questions for all planets, Sun
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3rd - 5th
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Space Passages Reading Comprehension Escape Room
Are you looking for space nonfiction reading comprehension passages and questions? A Comprehension Quest® is a FUN escape room style activity and is a unique way to get students excited about practicing reading comprehension! ☄️Here's how it works:☄️Starting off with the hook video, students learn they have a quest to complete. In this edition, students must find an astronaut who is lost in space. Students will read 6 passages and complete standards-aligned reader response activities. Afte
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2nd - 5th
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The Sun Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about the sun: explains the suns importance as the center of our solar systemdescribes what the sun is made ofdiscusses its approximate size, temperature, and distance from EarthIt includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Slides. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing. The passage also has a companion YouTube video. Show th
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3rd - 6th
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5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Solar System and Planets Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL
This Science Shorts bundle includes 12 reading passages about our solar system: The Solar System (overview)The SunMercuryVenusEarthThe MoonMarsJupiterSaturnUranusNeptunePlutoThe passages are written in language that is easy to understand and include tons of interesting information about our solar system. Each passage comes with 10 multiple choice questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate
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3rd - 6th
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Rocket Science No Prep Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Activity
This lesson is a great introduction for space exploration units. This plan goes over the history of rockets, how they work, and how modern rockets help us explore the solar system. The worksheet follows the power point activity to keep students engaged. This lesson is designed for upper elementary through intermediate grade levels.
Key Terms Include:
- rocket
- thrust
- velocity
- orbital velocity
- escape velocity
All files can be found within the zip file. The worksheet, activity, and answe
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4th - 9th
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The Apollo 11 Moon Landing Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969 is a perfect blend of science and history. It tells the story of:astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins journey to the moonthe landing of the Eagle lunar module on the moon's surfacethe dangers the mission involveditems left on the moon and samples brought back to EarthThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL
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3rd - 6th
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Seasons Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about what causes the seasons explains:Earth is tilted at an angle, not straight up and down, as it rotatesEarth travels in an orbit around the sun each yearas it orbits, half of Earth is tilted away from the sun and the other half is tilted towards the sun this tilt affects the number of daylight hours and the amount of heat the Earth receives from the sun and causes the 4 seasons: winter, spring, summer, and autumn (or fall)while one of half of Earth experie
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4th - 7th
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3-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
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
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
Modern Space Exploration No Prep Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Bonus
This lesson goes over the space missions after the Apollo moon landing missions. It includes the shuttle program, the International Space Station (ISS), Mars Rovers, and other space probes. The worksheet included with the lesson follows along with the power point presentation to keep students engaged. This lesson is designed for late elementary through intermediate grades.
Key Terms Include:
- NASA
- Space Shuttle
- International Space Station
- Mars Rovers: Pathfinder, Exploration, Opportunit
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4th - 9th
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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
Total Solar Eclipse 2024 Slideshow + Quiz + Worksheets, No Prep Print & Digital
Are your students ready for the Total Solar Eclipse happening April 8, 2024? Do you live within or near the path of totality? This resource, geared towards 3rd-6th, includes both PPT and Google Slides options of an informative presentation on just what exactly is the Total Solar Eclipse. It allows for a whole group or individual multiple choice quiz, and includes 4 additional worksheet activities surrounding vocabulary, question generating, journaling, notetaking, and word searching! Includes:
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2nd - 6th
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
Hello Universe Nonfiction Astronomy Readings & Activities
The materials in this resource will engage your students in an interdisciplinary study of the history of Astronomy and the constellations. The resources will help develop their background knowledge about these rich and complex subjects, which will allow them to thoughtfully engage with Hello, Universe. As they complete the readings and activities, they will also develop critical skills aligned to the Common Core State Standards. PLEASE NOTE: This SAME RESOURCE WITHOUT Hello, Universe novel conne
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Hello Universe Novel Study
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