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Billy's Bouncing Ball

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Aligned toK-K-PS2-2RL.1.1
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About this printable Billy's Bouncing Ball science reading passage, NGSS-aligned (Grades K-2)

This passage supports NGSS K-PS2-2 learning by showing how design solutions can solve motion problems. Through trial and error, students see how adding guides can control an object's path. The content emphasizes problem-solving and the engineering design process at a kindergarten level.
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Billy's Ball Game

Billy wanted his ball to knock down three pins. First, he rolled it straight, but it missed. Then he built a guide with cardboard strips. The ball followed the path and hit all the pins! His design helped the ball go exactly where he wanted.

Comprehension quiz (2 questions)

1. What helped Billy hit the pins?

Rolling harder
Using cardboard guides
Moving the pins closer
Getting a new ball

2. Why did Billy miss the pins at first?

The ball was too slow
The pins were too small
There was no path to guide the ball
The ball was too big
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Common Core standards for Billy's Bouncing Ball

RL.1.1

Ask and answer questions about key details in a text.

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