Light Energy — Reading Comprehension
Grades
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
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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 science passage is specifically designed to meet the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for 4th grade, focusing on the disciplinary core concept of PS3.A: Definitions of Energy. It serves as an excellent resource for building reading comprehension skills while introducing students to the fundamental principles of light energy. The passage is crafted with simple, accessible language to help young learners grasp key scientific concepts, such as the definition of light energy, its various sources like the sun and flashlights, and its properties, including traveling in straight lines and creating shadows. It also covers the concept of reflection through an easy-to-understand example of a mirror. The accompanying assessment questions are strategically aligned with Webb's Depth of Knowledge (DOK) levels 1-3, ensuring a thorough evaluation of student understanding from basic recall to complex application of the material. This comprehensive package provides a valuable tool for science educators to effectively teach and assess core NGSS standards related to energy.
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
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Reading Passage
Engaging fiction or nonfiction text
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Comprehension Quiz
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