What Are Signals — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 3
- 4
- 5
Standards
- NGSS 4-PS4-3
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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 250-word reading passage introduces fourth-grade students to the foundational concept of signals as described in NGSS standard 4-PS4-3 and Disciplinary Core Idea PS4.C. Students discover that a signal is a pattern used to send messages through light, sound, or other waves. The passage uses relatable examples like traffic lights, sirens, phone notifications, and Morse code to help students recognize signals in their everyday lives. Written at an appropriate Grade 4 reading level, the passage includes bolded vocabulary terms with immediate definitions and concrete analogies. The content builds foundational understanding without overwhelming students with complex details, preparing them for hands-on investigations and classroom discussions. Audio integration supports diverse learners by providing text-to-speech functionality, making the content accessible to all students. Accompanying activities include multiple-choice comprehension questions, writing prompts, and graphic organizers that reinforce key concepts about how signals work and why they matter in communication and safety.
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
