Cowboys and Cattle Drives — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 3
- 4
- 5
Standards
- D2.HIS.1-4.3-5
- RI.4.3
- RI.4.4
- RI.5.3
- RI.5.4
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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.
About This Reader
This engaging U.S. History reading passage introduces students to the world of cowboys and cattle drives, a key part of the American West. Aligned with the C3 Framework and Common Core ELA standards, the passage explains why cattle drives began, the daily life of cowboys, and their importance to America’s growth. Students learn about key vocabulary, historical figures, and the cause-and-effect relationships behind the cattle boom. Activities include a multiple-choice quiz, writing prompts, and a timeline to reinforce comprehension and analysis. The passage is accompanied by a public domain image, a glossary for vocabulary support, and a Spanish translation to support language learners. With read aloud audio and standards-based content, this resource helps build literacy and history skills for all learners.
Perfect For:
👩🏫 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
Reading Features:
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Reading Passage
Engaging fiction or nonfiction text
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Comprehension Quiz
Auto-graded questions
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Printable Version
Download for offline reading
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Read Aloud
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