What can happen to sea levels because of climate change? — Reading Comprehension
Grades
2
3
4
Standards
RI.3.1
RI.4.1
4.ESS2.D
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About This Reader
This passage explains to children how climate change leads to rising sea levels. It describes two main causes: melting ice in polar regions and the expansion of warmer ocean water. The text outlines potential consequences, such as flooding in coastal areas and the submersion of low-lying islands. It also mentions how rising seas might force people and animals near coasts to relocate. By discussing how cities might need to build protective walls, the passage helps children grasp the real-world implications of this aspect of climate change.
Climate change can make sea levels rise. As Earth gets warmer, ice in cold places like Antarctica melts. This water flows into the oceans. Warmer water also takes up more space than cold water. These things make the oceans higher. Rising seas can flood low areas near the coast. Some islands might disappear under water. Animals and people living near the ocean might have to move. Cities by the sea may need to build walls to keep water out.
What happens to ice in cold places as Earth gets warmer?
It gets colderIt turns into snowIt meltsIt disappears instantlyWhy do warmer oceans take up more space?
Warm water expandsMore fish live in warm waterWarm water is heavierWarm water attracts more rainWhat might happen to low areas near the coast?
They might get higherThey might floodThey might turn into desertsThey might become colderWhat might cities by the sea need to build?
More beachesUnderwater housesWalls to keep water outBridges to other citiesCommon 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.4.1
Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
Grade Levels:
Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4
Subjects:
elareadingscienceclimate change
