The Twinkling Stars — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 1
- 2
- 3
Standards
- 1-ESS1-1
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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 engaging 1st-grade reading comprehension passage, 'The Twinkling Stars,' is designed to meet NGSS Standard 1-ESS1-1, focusing on Earth's Place in the Universe. It introduces young learners to the characteristics of stars, explaining why they appear only at night and how their visibility is a predictable pattern. The passage clarifies that stars are always present, but hidden by the sun's light during the day. This resource enhances early science literacy, encouraging students to observe the night sky and understand the core ESS1.A Disciplinary Core Ideas related to celestial bodies and their patterns.
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
Immediate results and scoring
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Printable Version
Download for offline reading
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Read Aloud
Voice-over with word highlighting
