The Wise Owl — Reading Comprehension
Grades
1
2
3
Standards
RI.3.1
RI.4.4
RI.4.2
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This learning resource is available in interactive and printable formats. The interactive worksshet can be played online and assigned to students. The Printable PDF version can be downloaded and printed for completion by hand.
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👩‍🏫 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
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About This Reader
This engaging first-grade reading passage introduces young learners to the fascinating world of owls, a prime example of nocturnal animals. The text explores key owl adaptations such as their large eyes for enhanced night vision, ability to rotate their heads, and silent flight. It also touches on their diet and hunting habits, mentioning their sharp talons and preference for small prey like mice. The passage is designed to captivate young readers while building their understanding of animal adaptations and nocturnal behavior, aligning with first-grade science and reading comprehension standards.
Owls are birds that are active at night. They have big eyes that help them see in the dark. Owls can turn their heads almost all the way around! This helps them look for food without moving their bodies. Many owls eat small animals like mice and rats. They have sharp claws called talons that help them catch their prey. Owls are very quiet when they fly, which makes it easier for them to surprise their food. During the day, owls usually sleep in trees or hidden spots.
When are owls active?
In the morningAt nightIn the afternoonAll day longWhat do owls have that helps them see in the dark?
Sharp clawsBig eyesQuiet wingsLong beaksWhat do many owls eat?
Fruits and berriesFish and seaweedMice and ratsLeaves and grassWhat helps owls catch their prey?
Loud callsColorful feathersSharp talonsLong tailsCommon Core Standards Covered
RI.3.1
Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.
RI.4.2
Determine the main idea of a text and explain how it is supported by key details; summarize the text.
RI.4.4
Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words or phrases in a text relevant to a grade 4 topic or subject area.
Grade Levels:
Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3
Subjects:
elareadingscience
