Moon Phases: Why Does the Moon Change? — Reading Comprehension
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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 Grade 4-5 science passage, aligned with NGSS standards, explains why the Moon appears to change shape in the sky. Students will learn about the lunar cycle, including phases such as new moon, full moon, and crescent moons. The passage defines key terms like 'orbit', 'illuminated', and 'crescent', using bolded glossary words for vocabulary support. Real-world examples are included to help students connect the science to their daily lives, such as tracking the Moon's phases to predict tides. The passage ends with an 'Interesting Fact' about the Moon. The resource includes an English and Spanish passage, a glossary, multiple-choice quiz, and writing activities that encourage students to explain concepts, make everyday connections, and analyze cause and effect. The activities are audio integrated for accessibility and comprehension. This resource is ideal for science centers, homework, or classroom discussion, and supports NGSS science standards focused on Earth and space 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
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Printable Version
Download for offline reading
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Read Aloud
Voice-over with word highlighting
