How Deep Is the Ocean — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 4
- 5
- 6
Standards
- 5-ESS2-2
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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 engaging Grade 5 science reading passage explores the concept of ocean depth, aligned with NGSS standard 5-ESS2-2. Students discover that the ocean averages about 12,100 feet deep, with the deepest point in the Mariana Trench reaching nearly 36,000 feet below the surface. The passage uses relatable comparisons, such as stacking buildings and mountains, to help students visualize these enormous depths. Students learn why the ocean holds such an enormous amount of water—because it is both wide and deep. The audio-integrated passage includes a simplified differentiated version for diverse learners, Spanish translations, vocabulary glossary, multiple-choice comprehension questions, writing activities, and graphic organizers. This resource builds foundational understanding of Earth's hydrosphere and prepares students for hands-on investigations about water distribution on our planet. Perfect for introducing ocean depth concepts before laboratory activities or class discussions about Earth's water systems.
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
