How We Use Coal for Energy — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 3
- 4
- 5
Standards
- NGSS 4-ESS3-1
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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 comprehensive 250-word reading passage introduces fourth-grade students to coal as an energy resource, aligned with NGSS standard 4-ESS3-1 and the Disciplinary Core Ideas for ESS3.A: Natural Resources. Students discover what coal is, how it formed from ancient plants millions of years ago, and how we use it today to generate electricity. The passage uses age-appropriate language and real-world examples to help students understand this important energy source. Audio-integrated features support diverse learners, while the simplified differentiated version ensures all students can access the core science concepts. Accompanying activities include an 8-question multiple-choice quiz testing recall, comprehension, and vocabulary; three short-answer writing prompts requiring students to explain, apply, and connect concepts; and two graphic organizers (Sequence/Process Table and Advantages/Disadvantages Table) that help students visualize coal formation and energy use. Spanish translations of both passage versions support English language learners. This resource builds foundational understanding of energy resources and prepares students for hands-on investigations about natural resources and their uses in our daily lives.
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👩🏫 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
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Reading Passage
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