How Circuits Convert Energy — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 3
- 4
- 5
Standards
- NGSS 4-PS3-2
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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 250-word reading passage introduces Grade 4 students to the concept of energy conversion in electric circuits, aligned with NGSS standards PS3.A, PS3.B, and PS3.D. Students discover that electric circuits are pathways that convert electrical energy into other useful forms such as light, heat, motion, and sound. Through real-world examples like light bulbs, motors, and speakers, learners understand that every electrical device is a circuit designed to transform energy for specific purposes. The passage uses simple, age-appropriate language and includes bolded key vocabulary terms with immediate definitions. Audio-integrated features support diverse learners, while differentiated versions ensure accessibility for students at various reading levels. Accompanying activities include multiple-choice comprehension questions, writing prompts that require students to explain and apply concepts, and graphic organizers that help visualize energy transformation processes. This resource builds foundational understanding of energy conversion, preparing students for hands-on investigations and deeper exploration of physical science concepts. Perfect for elementary science classrooms implementing NGSS standards.
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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Instant Feedback
Immediate results and scoring
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Printable Version
Download for offline reading
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Read Aloud
Voice-over with word highlighting
