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What do Plants Need to Thrive?

Interactive passage with audio narration, comprehension questions, and printable PDF.

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Format
Interactive (Online), Printable (PDF)
Grades
123
Subjects
readingelascience
Standards
2-LS2-1
Languages
English, Spanish

What's included

Reading passage
Reading comprehension
Audio narration
With word word highlighting
Comprehension quiz
Auto-graded
Writing activity
Open-ended response
Glossary & flashcards
Vocabulary practice
Differentiated version
Adapted for varied levels
Spanish translation
Bilingual support

About this reader

This science passage, 'Growing Green!', is designed for second-grade students and aligns with the NGSS standard 2-LS2-1. It introduces the concept of planning and conducting a simple investigation to determine if plants need sunlight and water to grow. The passage uses an engaging story about Lily and her class to illustrate the scientific process, including the importance of controlling variables. It supports reading comprehension by providing clear, accessible language and encourages critical thinking about cause and effect relationships in science. Students will learn about the fundamental requirements for plant growth, fostering an understanding of life science concepts and scientific inquiry skills at an elementary level.
Written by Workybooks TeamPublished by Workybooks
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Sample passage and quiz content

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Perfect for the way you teach

Teachers
  • Build comprehension skills
  • Auto-graded quiz
  • Differentiated reading
Parents
  • Read together at home
  • Improve fluency
  • Quiet reading time
Homeschoolers
  • Reading curriculum support
  • Independent practice
  • Track Lexile growth
Topics
plant needssunlight for plantswater for plantsplant experimentNGSS 2-LS2-1second grade science

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