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Sam’s Temperature Track

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Aligned toESS2-1RL.1.1
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About this printable Sam’s Temperature Track science reading passage, NGSS-aligned (Grades K-2)

This passage supports NGSS K-ESS2-1 learning by tracking temperature changes throughout the day. Through simple observations, students discover predictable patterns in daily temperature fluctuations. The content emphasizes pattern recognition and basic measurement concepts at a kindergarten level.
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Morning to Night

QZ.K-ESS2-1-2

Sam checked the temperature three times. In the morning, his thermometer showed cool weather. At lunch, it was warmer in the sun. By afternoon, it was the warmest! Sam noticed that each day followed this pattern - cool mornings and warm afternoons.

Comprehension quiz (2 questions)

1. When was the temperature coolest?

In the morning
At lunch time
In the afternoon
At night

2. What pattern did Sam notice?

Every day was hot
Afternoons were cooler than mornings
Mornings were cooler than afternoons
The temperature stayed the same
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Common Core standards for Sam’s Temperature Track

RL.1.1

Ask and answer questions about key details in a text.

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