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Comprehension: Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (upper elem/middle) This reading comprehension on the world's longest bridge comes with some tricky questions!
Comprehension: Landmarks - Lake Baikal (upper/middle) Where is the world's largest lake? What lives there? Find out with this reading comprehension.
Comprehension: Landmarks - Mount Everest (upper elem) May 29th marks the anniversary of the first time the summit of Mount Everest was reached (in 1953). Mark the occasion with this informative reading comprehension.
Comprehension: Niagara Falls A reading comprehension filled with factual information about this well-known North American natural landmark.
Comprehension: U.S. Landmarks - Vietnam Veterans Memorial (upper elementary) An introduction to the history and design of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.



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Comprehension: Great Wall of China (elem/upper elem) "Which of the following describes the Great Wall of China: a Chinese fortification, a World Heritage Site, the world's longest cemetery, or the source of a stubborn urban legend? If you chose "all of the above," you would be right."
Comprehension: Mackinac Island (elem/upper elem) A reading comprehension about the history and culture of Michigan's popular car-free island.
Comprehension: U.S. Landmarks- Lincoln Memorial (upper elem/middle) A fact-filled comprehension about the Lincoln Memorial.
Comprehension: U.S. Landmarks- Mt. Rushmore (upper elementary/middle school) A great introduction to one of America's national monuments. Lots of information!
Comprehension: U.S. Landmarks- Washington Monument (upper elementary) Learn about a famous American landmark with this reading comprehension.
Comprehension: U.S. Symbols - Statue of Liberty (upper elem/middle) A reading comprehension, featuring a "complete the timeline" activity.
Research Form: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Use this form and information on a web page to help students research the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Can be used to make a classroom "Memorial Wall".
Comprehension: Landmark - Big Ben (upper elem/middle) Heard for a distance of nine miles, the chimes of Big Ben are an integral part of this London landmark. Learn all about Big Ben with this informative reading comprehension.
Comprehension: Landmark - Stonehenge (upper elem/middle) Over a million visitors annually are amazed by this ancient monument in Wiltshire, England. Informative reading comprehension.
Comprehension: Landmark - The Eiffel Tower (upper elem/middle) How tall is the Eiffel Tower? Learn the answer to this question and more with this reading comprehension.
Comprehension: Landmarks - Machu Picchu (upper elem) A reading comprehension on the ancient Incan city.
Comprehension: Mount Kilimanjaro (upper elem/middle) A fact filled reading comprehension about Africa's tallest peak.
Comprehension: Tower Bridge (upper elem/middle) A reading comprehension on one of London's famous bridges, with questions to really test detailed reading abilities.
Comprehension: Landmarks - Berlin Wall (upper/middle) Although the Wall no longer stands, this reading comprehension is a useful presentation of the history and meaning of this Cold War landmark.
Comprehension: Landmarks - Colosseum (upper/middle) A reading comprehension about the Roman Colosseum, considered one of the "Forgotten" wonders of the world.
Comprehension: Landmarks - Leaning Tower of Pisa (upper/middle) A reading comprehension about a monumental architectural error.
Comprehension: Landmarks - St. Peter's Basilica (upper/middle) The world's largest church is introduced in this reading comprehension.
Comprehension: Landmarks - Uluru (Ayers Rock) (upper/middle) The world's largest monolith is located in Australia. This landmark is known for its distinctive colors and history.
Comprehension: Cathedral State Park (upper elem/middle) A factual reading comprehension about the trees in West Virginia's ancient hemlock forest.
Comprehension: Landmark - Taj Mahal (elem/upper elem) Students read the factual information about the Taj Mahal and answer the multiple choice questions. They then present ideas about the creation of a similar landmark for their town.
Comprehension: Landmark - Wat Phra Kaew (elem/upper elem) Students read the factual information about Wat Phra Kaew and answer the multiple choice questions. They then present ideas about the creation of a similar landmark for their town.
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