Where Does Our Energy Come From — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 3
- 4
- 5
Standards
- NGSS 4-ESS3-1
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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 250-word reading passage aligns with NGSS standard ESS3.A and introduces fourth-grade students to the fundamental concept that energy and fuels humans use are derived from natural sources. Students explore how electricity in their homes comes from power plants that burn fuels or capture energy from wind, water, or sunlight. They learn that gasoline for cars originates from oil pumped from underground, and food energy comes from plants that captured energy from the sun. The passage uses age-appropriate language and real-world examples to help students trace everyday energy use back to its natural source. Audio integration supports diverse learners by providing multiple ways to access the content. This foundational understanding prepares students for hands-on investigations about energy transformation and conservation. The passage includes bolded vocabulary terms with immediate definitions, concrete analogies, and connections to students' daily experiences. Accompanying activities include reading comprehension questions, writing prompts, and graphic organizers that reinforce the core science concept while building literacy skills across the curriculum.
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
