Landslides — Reading Comprehension

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NGSS 4-ESS3-2

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This engaging 350-word reading passage introduces Grade 4-5 students to landslides as powerful natural events where soil, rocks, and debris suddenly slide down hills or mountains. Aligned with NGSS standard 4-ESS3-2, the passage explores how heavy rain, earthquakes, and removing trees from hillsides can trigger landslides. Students learn about the dangers these events pose to communities, including their ability to bury roads, homes, and anything in their path. The content uses age-appropriate analogies and concrete examples to help students understand complex geological processes. Audio-integrated features support diverse learners by providing multiple ways to access the information. The passage includes bolded key vocabulary terms with immediate definitions, making scientific concepts accessible. Students engage with cause-and-effect relationships in nature while connecting abstract geological processes to real-world applications. Supplementary activities include comprehension questions, writing prompts, and graphic organizers that reinforce understanding of landslide triggers, effects, and prevention strategies. This comprehensive resource helps elementary students develop scientific literacy while understanding important earth science phenomena that affect human communities.

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