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What Is Electric Current?
Interactive passage with audio narration, comprehension questions, and printable PDF.
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- Interactive (Online), Printable (PDF)
- Grades
- 345
- Subjects
- scienceelareading
- Standards
- NGSS 4-PS3-2
- 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 250-word informational science passage introduces elementary students to the concept of electric current and how it powers everyday devices. Aligned with NGSS 4-PS3-2, the passage explains that electric current is the flow of tiny charged particles called electrons moving through materials like wires. Students learn how electric current carries energy from one place to another and can power devices that use electrical energy. The passage connects abstract concepts to familiar experiences by discussing electricity flowing through wires in homes to power lights, televisions, and computers. Audio-integrated features support diverse learners. The passage includes bold key vocabulary terms defined in context, concrete analogies comparing electron flow to water flowing through pipes, and age-appropriate explanations of cause-and-effect relationships. Supplementary activities include a multiple-choice quiz testing recall and comprehension, writing prompts requiring students to explain concepts and make real-world connections, and graphic organizers helping students visualize the flow of electrical energy. A simplified differentiated version ensures accessibility for all learners, while Spanish translations support English language learners. This comprehensive resource helps students understand fundamental concepts about electrical energy transfer and prepares them for deeper exploration of energy and circuits.
Written by Workybooks TeamPublished by Workybooks
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- Auto-graded quiz
- Differentiated reading
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- Reading curriculum support
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Topics
electric currentelectron flowelectrical energymoving chargesflowing electricityconductorscircuitenergy transfer
