A reading comprehension explaining briefly the difference between the federal and state holidays. This includes very short biographies of Washington and Lincoln.
The concluding adventure of Katie, a girl whose Oregon Trail vacation took an unusual turn... she and her family were transported back in time! Today Katie's family reaches their destination.
Do you know... how big the biggest shark is? when sharks first existed on Earth? where sharks can be found? Learn about these fabulous fish with this informative reading comprehension.
This reading comprehension, part of our Pirates unit, tells the story of one of the world's most famous pirates. Ever wonder why Edward Teach was called Blackbeard? Find out with this informative lesson.
This reading comprehension is a great addition to lessons about the thirteen original colonies and the events that led to the Declaration of Independence.
A one page biographical reading comprehension piece about America's first female African-American millionaire is followed by 4 multiple choice questions and 5 questions requiring short written responses.
This reading comprehension explains the difference between solstice and equinox, as well as introducing some summer solstice traditions. A timely lesson!
A brief history of the bicycle, including an overview of some new developments. Great comprehension questions! One of a series on modes of transportation.
The famous legend of Betsy Ross! Flag Day is June 14th-- why not celebrate with a reading comprehension of this popular tale, which includes some facts about the real Elisabeth Ross.
A 1 page factual article provides information about this television program, followed by 4 multiple choice questions and 6 questions requiring brief written responses.
The complete text of Thorton Burgess' pourquoi tale is included, with vocabulary and comprehension questions, as well as a page for charting the true life cycle of a frog.
What is the difference between a baleen and a toothed whale? Why do whales breach? What is special about whale songs? Find out with this super-sized reading comprehension, which includes a form for students to do their own whale research.
What is the difference between enamel and dentine? How can you tell a molar from an incisor? What are they for? Learn these answers and more with this reading comprehension.
The black widow, brown recluse, hobo, and more- all described and explained in this thorough reading comprehension. Scared of spiders? This sample from our member site might help!