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.
An introduction to immigration to the United States is followed by one page comprehensions (with short answer questions for each page) for emigrants by continent.
Fact-filled reading comprehension presents the purpose of Earth Day, the problems facing the Earth, and some actions students can take to prevent those problems.
A straightforward presentation of the Christmas story, including information about secular and religious Christmas traditions. It is followed by 6 multiple choice questions and 5 questions that require brief written reponses.
This one-page reading comprehension follows a standardized testing format. An interesting story about the annual New Year's Eve celebration in Times Square, and great testing practice!
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.
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 brief history of the bicycle, including an overview of some new developments. Great comprehension questions! One of a series on modes of transportation.
This reading comprehension explains the difference between solstice and equinox, as well as introducing some summer solstice traditions. A timely 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.
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.
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.
Part of our insect series, this reading comprehension is a fun way to learn about "web-spinners"--which aren't really insects at all! Use alone or in conjunction with the new Did You Know? cards.
Are pandas really bears? Where do they live in the world? Answer these questions and more with this reading comprehension on red pandas and giant pandas.