Challenges of Renewable Energy — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 3
- 4
- 5
Standards
- NGSS 4-ESS3-1
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This learning resource is available in interactive and printable formats. The interactive worksheet can be played online and assigned to students. The Printable PDF version can be downloaded and printed for completion by hand.
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This 250-word reading passage introduces fourth-grade students to the challenges of renewable energy sources, aligned with NGSS standard 4-ESS3-1 (ESS3.A: Natural Resources). Students learn about renewable energy sources like solar and wind power and discover why these clean alternatives face practical challenges. The passage explains how weather conditions affect energy production, why location matters for renewable energy facilities, the high initial costs of setup, and timing issues when energy production doesn't match energy needs. Written at a Grade 4 reading level, this passage uses accessible language and real-world examples to help students understand that while renewable energy offers environmental benefits, it also presents challenges that scientists and engineers work to solve. The passage includes bolded vocabulary terms with immediate definitions and relatable analogies. Audio integration supports diverse learners. Accompanying activities include comprehension questions, writing prompts, and graphic organizers that help students analyze advantages and disadvantages of renewable energy and compare different energy sources. This resource builds foundational understanding of energy resources and prepares students for deeper investigation into sustainable solutions.
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👩🏫 Teachers
- • Reading comprehension practice
- • Auto-graded assessments
- • Literacy skill development
👨👩👧👦 Parents
- • Reading practice at home
- • Comprehension improvement
- • Educational reading time
🏠 Homeschoolers
- • Reading curriculum support
- • Independent reading practice
- • Progress monitoring
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Reading Passage
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