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Observing Sunlight and Heat

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Format
Interactive (Online), Printable (PDF)
Grades
K12
Subjects
elareadingscience
Standards
K-PS3-1RL.1.1
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 reading passage introduces children to the concept of how sunlight affects Earth’s surfaces. Using a relatable story about a playground, kids learn that sunlight makes things like slides and sand warm, while shade keeps things cooler. This simple and engaging explanation helps young learners observe and understand the effects of the sun on different materials. It is a great introduction to NGSS Standard K-PS3-1.
Written by Neha Goel TripathiPublished by Workybooks
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Sample passage and quiz content

Curriculum

Common Core standards covered

RL.1.1

Ask and answer questions about key details in a text.

Who it's for

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
sunlight and warmthshade and coolnessNGSS K-PS3kindergarten scienceeffects of sunlightwarm vs cool surfaces

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