How Coral Eats — Reading Comprehension
Grades
- 1
- 2
Standards
- RI.1.1
- RI.1.2
- RI.1.15
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About This Reader
This passage delves into the fascinating feeding habits of coral, introducing first-graders to the concept of how sessile marine animals obtain nutrition. It describes coral's use of tentacles to catch small floating animals and explains the symbiotic relationship with algae that provides additional food. The text also touches on the diurnal cycle of coral, explaining how many corals open up at night to feed and close during the day for protection. By exploring these feeding mechanisms, the passage helps young learners understand the diverse ways animals adapt to get food in marine environments. This exploration of coral feeding habits encourages children to think about the different strategies animals use to survive in their habitats.
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