Text Evidence Readers and Passages
The Thorny Devil
The Thorny Devil is a fascinating desert lizard covered in sharp spines that protect it from predato...
RI.3.1RI.4.4RI.4.6
Fun Facts About Starfish
Starfish, despite their name, are not fish at all but fascinating echinoderms with an array of surpr...
RI.1.1RI.1.2RI.1.8
Fennec Fox
The Fennec Fox is a small desert animal known for its very large ears, which help it stay cool and h...
RI.3.1RI.4.4RI.4.5
Kangaroo Rat
The Kangaroo Rat is a small desert animal renowned for its impressive jumping abilities, thanks to i...
RI.3.1RI.4.4RI.4.9
Turtle Life Cycle
The life cycle of a turtle is a remarkable journey that begins in a carefully prepared nest. Female ...
RI.2.1RI.3.2
How Starfish Protect Themselves
Starfish, or sea stars, have evolved a fascinating array of defense mechanisms to survive in their m...
RI.1.1RI.1.2RI.1.8
How Coral Eats
This passage delves into the fascinating feeding habits of coral, introducing first-graders to the c...
RI.1.1RI.1.2RI.1.15
The Wise Owl
This engaging first-grade reading passage introduces young learners to the fascinating world of owls...
RI.3.1RI.4.4RI.4.2
How Does Coral Grow?
This passage introduces first-graders to the intriguing process of coral growth. It explains how a s...
RI.1.1RI.1.2RI.1.12
The Turtle's Shell
The turtle's shell is a remarkable feature that defines these ancient reptiles. This protective stru...
RI.2.1RI.3.3
Where Do Starfish Live?
Starfish, or sea stars, are remarkable marine animals found in diverse ocean habitats worldwide. The...
RI.1.1RI.1.2RI.1.8
What is recycling, and why is it important?
This passage introduces the concept of recycling to children. It explains recycling as the process o...
RI.3.1RI.4.14.ESS2.D4-ESS3
How can climate change affect the oceans?
This passage educates children about the effects of climate change on oceans. It explains how warmin...
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