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Camel

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Grades 1–3ElaReadingScienceEnglish · SpanishInteractive · Printable
Aligned toRI.3.1RI.4.4RI.4.4

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About this printable Camel science reading passage, NGSS-aligned (Grades 1-3)

The Camel is a large desert animal easily recognized by the hump on its back, which stores fat that can be converted to energy and water when needed. Camels can survive for days without drinking water, making them well-suited for the desert. Their long legs keep their bodies high above the hot sand, and they can consume large amounts of water in one go. Camels primarily eat plants and are often referred to as 'ships of the desert' due to their ability to carry people and goods across long distances in arid regions. These remarkable adaptations make camels essential for life in the desert.
Written by Neha Goel TripathiPublished by Workybooks
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Camel

Camel, desert animal, hump, water storage, long legs, ships of the desert

The Camel is a large desert animal. It has a hump on its back. The hump stores fat, which can be used for energy and water. Camels can go for days without drinking water. They have long legs that keep them high above the hot sand. Camels eat plants and can drink a lot of water at once. They are often called "ships of the desert."

 

Comprehension quiz (4 questions)

1. What kind of animal is a Camel?

A small animal
A large animal
A bird
A fish

2. What does the Camel store in its hump?

Water
Food
Fat
Air

3. How long can Camels go without drinking water?

For hours
For days
For minutes
For weeks

4. What are Camels often called?

"Ships of the sea"
"Birds of the sky"
"Kings of the jungle"
"Ships of the desert"
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Common Core standards for Camel

RI.3.1

Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.

RI.4.4

Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words or phrases in a text relevant to a grade 4 topic or subject area.

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