Sound Waves and Vibrations — Reading Comprehension
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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 passage and assessment are designed for a 4th-grade science class to explore the disciplinary core concept of PS4.A: Wave Properties. The content focuses on the Sound Wave Experiment, using a speaker and salt on a rubber sheet to model how a sound wave makes particles vibrate. The passage, written in a simple and engaging tone, explains key terms like vibrations, amplitude, and wavelength. It uses the analogy of a pebble in a pond to help students visualize how sound travels in waves. The experiment section provides a hands-on example that connects the abstract concept of sound waves to a tangible observation—the bouncing salt. This helps students understand how waves can transfer energy and cause objects to move. The multiple-choice questions are structured to assess a range of cognitive skills, from simple recall (DOK 1) to inferential thinking (DOK 2) and practical application (DOK 3). This lesson plan aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and provides a comprehensive approach to teaching the properties of waves.
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👩🏫 Teachers
- • Reading comprehension practice
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👨👩👧👦 Parents
- • Reading practice at home
- • Comprehension improvement
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🏠 Homeschoolers
- • Reading curriculum support
- • Independent reading practice
- • Progress monitoring
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