Extrusive Igneous Rocks — Reading Comprehension
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This NGSS-aligned reading passage introduces 4th-grade students to extrusive igneous rocks, which form when lava cools on Earth’s surface after volcanic eruptions. Students will learn how rocks like basalt, obsidian, and pumice are created and how their properties differ due to quick cooling. The text explains why these rocks often have small or no crystals and highlights fun facts, such as pumice floating on water and Hawaii being formed from basalt. The passage supports comprehension with clear definitions, simple examples, and multiple-choice questions across DOK levels 1–3. Teachers and parents can use this resource to connect Earth science concepts to real-world examples like volcanoes and island formation. With integrated audio support, the passage ensures accessibility for diverse learners. SEO keywords such as extrusive igneous rocks, basalt, obsidian, pumice, and NGSS make this resource easy to discover for classrooms and homeschooling.
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- • Reading curriculum support
- • Independent reading practice
- • Progress monitoring
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