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Work – A Scientific Definition
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- Format
- Interactive (Online), Printable (PDF)
- Grades
- 5678
- Subjects
- elareadingscience
- Standards
- MS-PS3-5
- 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 NGSS-aligned science passage explains the definition of work as used in physical science and supports standard MS-PS3-5. It teaches that scientific work happens only when force causes an object to move in the same direction as the force. The passage introduces the formula for calculating work (Work = Force × Distance), explains that work is measured in joules, and gives real-world examples students can relate to, such as pushing a box or lifting a backpack. Students also learn how doing work transfers energy to objects. The passage helps build vocabulary, improve reading comprehension, and connect core NGSS concepts to everyday experiences. It is ideal for middle school science instruction and energy transfer discussions.
Written by Workybooks TeamPublished by Workybooks
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Sample passage and quiz content
Who it's for
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
scientific workNGSS MS-PS3-5force and motionwork energy transferphysical science middle schoolwork joules formula
