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Animals in Backyard
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Grades K–2ElaReadingScienceEnglish · SpanishInteractive · Printable
Aligned toK-LS1-1RL.1.1
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About this printable Animals in Backyard science reading passage, NGSS-aligned (Grades K-2)
This passage supports NGSS K-LS1-1 learning by showcasing different animal feeding patterns. Through observations of backyard wildlife, students discover how various animals have different food preferences but share common survival needs. The content emphasizes pattern recognition in animal feeding behaviors and the universal need for water among living things.
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Animals in Backyard
Maya watched animals in her backyard. The bird ate seeds, while the squirrel ate nuts. A butterfly drank sweet nectar from flowers. Every animal ate different foods to stay alive. They all drank water too!
Comprehension quiz (2 questions)
1. What do all animals need?
Only food
Only water
Both food and water
Neither food nor water
2. Which animal eats seeds?
Butterfly
Squirrel
Bird
Flower
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Common Core standards for Animals in Backyard
RL.1.1
Ask and answer questions about key details in a text.
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Perfect for the way you teach
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- Build comprehension skills
- Auto-graded quiz
- Differentiated reading
Parents
- Read together at home
- Improve fluency
- Quiet reading time
Homeschoolers
- Reading curriculum support
- Independent practice
- Track Lexile growth
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