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Light Energy

Interactive passage with audio narration, comprehension questions, and printable PDF.

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Interactive (Online), Printable (PDF)
Grades
3456
Subjects
elareadingscience
Languages
English, Spanish

What's included

Reading passage
Reading comprehension
Audio narration
With word word highlighting
Comprehension quiz
Auto-graded
Writing activity
Open-ended response
Glossary & flashcards
Vocabulary practice
Differentiated version
Adapted for varied levels
Spanish translation
Bilingual support

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.
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Perfect for the way you teach

Teachers
  • Build comprehension skills
  • Auto-graded quiz
  • Differentiated reading
Parents
  • Read together at home
  • Improve fluency
  • Quiet reading time
Homeschoolers
  • Reading curriculum support
  • Independent practice
  • Track Lexile growth
Topics
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