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A two page illustrated reading comp on the history and uses of the Appalachian Trail with multiple choice and short answer questions and an essay prompt.
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Read the facts, and then answer the questions: What is eutrophication? What causes it? Why is it bad? How can it be prevented?
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Text only. Multiple choice, short answer, and essay questions to review this text are available on our member site.
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Short answer, multiple choice, and essay questions to review factual understanding and general comprehension of the life of Simón Bolívar. An adapted text is provided or students can do their own research.
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Two page reading comp with info on historic clubs and with comprehension and short answer questions.
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A one page biography of famous Chinese writer Jung Chang with multiple choice, short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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A two page biography of Australia's sometimes controversial federation founder and first Prime Minister, Sir Edmund Barton. Includes multiple choice questions, short answer questions and an essay prompt.
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A factual reading comprehension about the trees in West Virginia's ancient hemlock forest.
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A reading comprehension on the history of the Vancouver area of British Columbia: text, questions, maps, vocabulary, time line. 10 pages
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A reading comprehension on one of the world's most famous cathedrals.
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Why are they yellow? Are they really filled with lead? Learn the answers to these questions and more with this reading comprehension.
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This reading comprehension introduces some of the history and culture of this fascinating country.
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Text only. Multiple choice, short answer, and essay questions to review this text are available on our member site.
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Interested in sparrows? Learn more about them with this fact-filled reading comprehension.
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The first day of the Islamic calendar is December 18th in 2009.
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Text only. Multiple choice, short answer, and essay questions to review this text are available on our member site.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension about the unusual life and history of the Caspian Sea.
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Where is the world's largest lake? What lives there? Find out with this reading comprehension.
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Biography of the famous and prolific Greek tragedian.
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From leather-encased boat to nuclear submarine, this reading comprehension covers the nearly 400-year history of this well-known vessel.
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Fact-filled reading comprehension about this interesting "big cat"
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Reading comprehension about the winning 2002 Utah winter Olympics pair skaters.
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Learn about the history of Canada's birthday!
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A one page biography of U.S. President Millard Fillmore with multiple choice and short response questions and one long essay question.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension with short answer questions.
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A reading comprehension/ biography of the 264th pope.
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Text only. Multiple choice, short answer, and essay questions to review this text are available on our member site.
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One page biography of U. S. President Franklin Pierce with multiple choice and short response questions and one long essay question.
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A one page reading comp on the life of President Chester A. Arthur, with reading comp and short answer questions and one essay question.
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An outline of the aspects of most organizations and how to organize a new club.
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Biography of the famous and prolific Greek tragedian.
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A one page reading comp on the life of President James Garfield, with reading comp and short answer questions and one essay question.
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You don't have to eat haggis to appreciate the Scottish poet who wrote "Auld Lang Syne". Learn more in this reading comprehension.
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Read the facts, and then answer the questions: What is deforestation? What causes it? Why is it bad? How can it be prevented?
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A one page biography of U.S. President Zachary Taylor with multiple choice and short response questions and one long essay question.
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This reading comprehension gives details about the famous orange bridge.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension about the country that is both in Asia and Europe.
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A brief reading comprehension selection on the origins of Plymouth Rock and its place in American history. It is followed by multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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A two page reading comp on the history of Westminster Abbey with mulitple choice and short answer questions.
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World-famous landmark Niagara Falls froze to a trickle in 1848. A short reading comprehension tells the story.
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A two page reading text on the 20Th century history of Australia, with multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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A two page reading comprehension on the traditions and symbols of royal weddings of the United Kingdom,with details on which were accepted or rejected for Prince William and Catherine Middleton's wedding in 2011. Includes short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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This reading comprehension on the world's longest bridge comes with some tricky questions!
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A fact-filled reading comprehension about the country at the base of the Caucasus Mountains.
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This factual reading comprehension describes the end of Ellis Island as an immigration station, and its rebirth as American landmark. It is followed by 4 multiple choice questions, 1 essay question and 5 short response questions.
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Biography of the famous American writer, presented as a reading comprehension.
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A two page text on the cultural and historical site, the Taos Pueblo, New Mexico, with photos, a page each of multiple choice and short answer questions, a writing prompt and an answer sheet.
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An introduction to the traditions of the Opening Olympics Ceremony as they were observed in Australia in 2000.
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Armed Forces Day is the third Saturday in May. Learn a little about this American holiday with this reading comprehension.
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A one page reading comp on the history of the settlement of Plymouth, Massachusetts and its role in American history. Multiple choice and short answer questions and writing prompt.
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Interested in chickadees? Learn more about them with this fact-filled reading comprehension.
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A fact filled reading comprehension about Africa's tallest peak.
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"His name was changed at Ellis Island"... or was it? Learn the truth with this factual reading comprehension. It is followed by 4 multiple choice questions, 1 essay question and 5 short response questions.
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Chapter-by-chapter comprehension and vocabulary work to enhance Marguerite De Angeli's story of medieval times. This unit includes a biography of the author, text-based math work, and more.
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A wealth of information about dragons around the world is followed by multiple choice and short answer questions.
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A history of the economic and political history of Haiti prior to the 2010 earthquake with comprehension questions, vocabulary and map.
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Interested in chickadees? Learn more about them with this fact-filled reading comprehension.
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This reading comprehension contains tons of ideas for what to do on a hot day. The review questions (one page each of "Bloom's Taxonomy") are helpful for critical thinking development.
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One page reading comp on the balance in the nutrition of milk with reading comp questions, discussion points, activities, vocabulary word search puzzle.
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A two page biography of German Astronomer, Johannes Kepler, with a page of multiple choice questions and a page of short answer questions, plus a writing prompt.
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An introduction to the vocabulary and rules of golf, followed by multiple choice,short response and questions and a writing prompt.
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Interested in cardinals? Learn more about them with this fact-filled reading comprehension.
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Under the pseudonym "Mark Twain" Samuel Clemens produced some of the first and best American novels. Learn more about the writer and the man with this reading comprehension.
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What causes cavities? How can they be prevented? Answers to these questions and more can be found in this fact-packed reading comprehension.
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A three page biography of the Polish scientist, Nicolaus Copernicus, who revolutionized the study of astronomy. Includes a page each of multiple choice and short answer questions.
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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.
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A factual reading comprehension, describing the habitats, origins, and habits of these famous flightless birds.
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A one page reading comp on the life of President John Quincy Adams, with reading comp and short answer questions and one essay question.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension about these interesting birds.
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Karl Benz's wife took his invention (the "horseless carriage") for a road trip and became a German legend.
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What's a red eft? How are frogs and newts different? Learn these answers and more with this reading comprehension.
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A biography of the famous environmentalist, followed by multiple choice, short answer, and essay questions.
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A one page reading comprehension on the history and nutritional value of the potato, with completion questions, critical thinking exercises, a word search puzzle of related vocabulary, and a research writing prompt.
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Factual reading comprehenion about Kelly Clark's gold medal win in snowboarding.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension profiling the famous Girl Scouts' founder.
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Oysters, pirates, and ammunition... this fact-filled reading comprehension traces the history of the island from its early days to 1892, when it became an immigration station. It is followed by multiple choice, short essay, and short answer questions.
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This reading comprehension describes various uses of flags throughout history, and also introduces some of the basic terms used in vexillology. Includes vocabulary work.
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"In which month would the next issue of the magazine be available?" Reading and understanding a (fictional) magazine cover.
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A two page reading comprehension on the historic event that is the origin of the British holiday, Guy Fawkes Day, aka Bonfire Night. Includes: short answer and multiple choice questions, a writing prompt, vocabulary list of related words, plus three abctool activities with vocabulary words.
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This reading comprehension contains introductory information about the increasingly popular sport of rock climbing.
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One page factual reading comprehension.
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This fact-filled reading comprehension describes the function of Ellis Island as an immigration station from 1892 1954. It is followed by 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short response questions.
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A factual reading comprehension about the South American country.
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Short answer, multiple choice, and essay questions to review factual understanding and general comprehension of the United Nations. An adapted text is provided or students can do their own research.
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A one page reading comp on the life of President Cleveland, with reading comp and short answer questions and one essay question.
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One page reading comp about Confucianism with multiple choice and short response questions.
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A biography of U.S. President, William McKinley with multiple choice and short answer questions.
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A one page color illustrated fact sheet featuring five endangered fish of North America, plus a page of 6 discussion questions for upper elementary/middle school and a page of 7 short answer questions for elementary students. Also includes teachers notes. Part of an abcteach series of fact sheets on endangered species.
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Interested in blue jays? Learn more about them with this fact-filled reading comprehension.
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Biography of the famous Greek philosopher.
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A factual reading comprehension about the South American country.
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A biography of the famous environmentalist, followed by multiple choice, short answer, and essay questions.
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A two page reading comprehension text on the British Monarchy with sets of completion and short answer questions and a word search puzzle of related vocabulary.
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A three page biography of Polish scientist, Nicolaus Copernicus, who is credited with revolutionizing the subject of astronomy. Includes pages of multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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Biography of the famous First Lady, followed by multiple choice questions.
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Fact-filled reading comprehension about the American black bear.
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Biography of the famous writer and environmentalist.
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A two page story filled with factual information on the history and science of beekeeping, with reading comp, vocabulary, writing and math exercises.
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A two page illustrated reading comp on the history of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial in Washington D. C., with multiple choice and short answer questions.
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A reading comprehension about the history and culture of Michigan's popular car-free island.
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Biography of the most renowned comic playwright of ancient Greece.
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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.
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This fact-filled reading comprehension text describes the immigration experience for new arrivals at Ellis Island. It is followed by 4 multiple choice, 1 essay questions and 5 short answer questions.
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A two page biography of the first Prime Minister of Australia, Edmund Barton. Includes multiple choice and short answer questions.
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Learn more about these fascinating birds with this factual reading comprehension.
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James Cook was the greatest explorer of his time, and the greatest Pacific explorer of all time. Learn more about him with this biographical mini-unit.
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Read the factual piece, and then answer the questions: What is air pollution? What causes it? Why is it bad? How can it be prevented?
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Boxing Day is December 26th. Learn about the traditional English holiday with this reading comprehension.
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This one page nonfiction selection presents the history and reasons for February 29th. It is followed by 7 multiple choice questions, 5 questions that require brief written responses, and a word search.
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Reading comprehensions on UV and Infrared light are reviewed with science experiments.
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A two page reading comprehension unit on the history of the European discovery and settlement of Australia. Includes colored illustrated map, multiple choice questions and short answer questions and a writing prompt. Also, found on abcteach.com. are Australia's Aboriginal and Modern histories.
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A reading comprehension tracing the history of World Cup soccer from its beginnings in 1904.
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A short fact-filled reading comprehension explains some of the traditions of the Muslim holiday of Ramadan. Ramadan starts in August in 2009
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This reading comprehension explains the difference between solstice and equinox, as well as introducing some summer solstice traditions. A timely lesson!
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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.
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An informative reading comprehension on the "armored" mammal.
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On June 19th, 1865, the last of the slaves were freed in Texas. Juneteenth is still celebrated today. Learn more about the day with this fact-filled reading comprehension.
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A two page reading comprehension text on the topic of the cost of World War I. Includes sets of multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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A two page text on the history of the causes of WWI with multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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Introduces four basic bridge types, and compares them. A great reading comprehension to go along with a construction unit. Have students build their own bridges to show what they've learned!
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A two-page biography of the famous Italian explorer is presented as a reading comprehension. Includes a great writing prompt!
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One of the most famous bridges in the world is presented in this reading comprehension, with multiple choice and short answer questions.
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This reading comprehension serves as a brief introduction to the role women played in the "Roaring Twenties" in the Unitd States.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension about spiders.
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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.
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Short answer, multiple choice, and essay questions to review factual understanding and general comprehension of biofuels. An adapted text is provided or students can do their own research.
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A one page biography of the life of Julius Caesar with multiple choice, short response and long essay question. Part of series on Ancient Rome.
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The basic construction of a news story is explained, then students check their knowledge by reading a real story; the classified section (sales and jobs) is also explored.
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Learn about the "My Pyramid" food guide! This mini-unit features a reading comprehension, Venn diagram, and several short answer and essay writing prompts, designed to promote understanding and creative thinking.
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A factual reading comprehension about the South American country.
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Biography of the "Canadian Paul Revere".
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A biography of the French scientist Louis Pasteur, with his life story and scientific achievements.
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A two page illustrated reading comp on the U.S. National Park, Mammoth Cave, in the state of Kentucky, with details of its history. Includes multiple choice and short answer questions and a long essay prompt.
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Learn the grizzly facts about these powerful omnivores with this three page reading comprehension.
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Biography of the "Father of Tragedy".
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September 15th- October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month in the U.S. Learn more with this brief but informative reading comprehension.
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Reading comprehension: the lives and work of queens, drones, and workers; the waggle dance; and other interesting honeybee facts.
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A reading comprehension about the stinging sea "bells".
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Reading comp of the life of Sacajawea with defined terms and discussion questions.
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A one page reading comp on Confucianism with multiple choice and short response questions, vocabulary word wall and word search puzzle.
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A reading comprehension about the famous German composer.
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What are forests? How are they used? What are the advantages and disadvantages of their use as a fuel source?
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A two page biography of Chinese table tennis champion, Deng Yaping, who overcame a physical challenge to be the most respected table tennis player in history. Multiple choice and short answer questions.
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A two page glossary of 32 words related to composting. Teacher's Note included.
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A three page reading texts on the ending of WWI with information on the worldwide consequences and treaties that resulted from the Ally victory. Includes pages of multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt
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A two page overview of the theories of Stephen Hawking and there acceptance in modern science. Multiple choice and short answer sets are included, along with a writing prompt.
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A two page biography of Greek Mathematician, Euclid, known as the Father of Geometry. Includes a page each of multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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A two page text on how the participating countries in WWI became involved in the war. Includes a page of multiple choice and a page of short answer questions, as well as a writing prompt.
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This reading comprehension tells some of the traditions of the December 5th holiday of St. Mikulas through the eyes of a Czech boy.
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Reading comprehension questions (multiple choice and true/false), math, word fun, and more - all related to the topic of these "great cats"!
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Informative science reading comprehension.
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A one page color illustrated fact sheet featuring four endangered mammals of Australia, plus a page of 6 discussion questions for upper elementary/middle school and a page of 7 short answer questions for elementary students. Also includes teachers notes. Part of an abcteach series of fact sheets on endangered species.
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Learn about pond skaters, water boatmen, back swimmers, and more with this informative reading comprehension.
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Two reading comprehensions on the light spectrum.
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A fun fact reading comprehension, word building and more. You'll never look at this "royalty" in the same way again!
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A one page reading comp of President James Madison, with comprehension and short answer questions and one essay question.
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Biography of the famous Greek philosopher and natural scientist.
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An explanation of Hawking Radiation, plus an experiment creating an event horizon, a report form, a vocabulary exercise and glossary make up this lesson.
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Learn about this irritating plant.
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Do you know the difference between a dromedary and a Bactrian? Which one has two humps? Your students will know this and more after this thorough reading comprehension.
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What is wind? How is it used? What are the advantages and disadvantages of its use as a power source?
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A two page reading comp describing the 2010 Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill, review of oil spills stats in last four decades, discussion of off shore drilling and solutions to oil spills; multiple choice, short response questions and a long essay prompt.
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A one page biography of U.S. women's soccer player, Mia Hamm with multiple choice and short answer questions, plus a writing prompt.
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A reading comprehension on one of London's famous bridges, with questions to really test detailed reading abilities.
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A higher-level version of our elementary reading comprehension, this lesson contains a broader vocabulary and more hurricane facts.
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What's a blind spot? Why do some people wear glasses? Find out these answers and more with this reading comprehension.
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"Nothing excites them more than trekking through a mysterious labyrinth of underground chambers and tunnels." This reading comprehension introduces spelunkers, speleologists, and their shared fascination with caves.
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Light and your eyes: cones, colors, and rods. Two reading comprehensions explain how we perceive color and how night vision works.
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A two page reading on the Indian Ocean, part of an Oceans of the World Series, with illustration, map, multiple choice, short answer and map skill questions and a writing prompt.
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A one page color illustrated fact sheet featuring five endangered invertebrates of North America, plus a page of 6 discussion questions for upper elementary/middle school and a page of 7 short answer questions for elementary students. Also includes teachers notes. Part of an abcteach series of fact sheets on endangered species.
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Jacob and his twin sister learn about the importance of family health history. Includes a set of short response and a set of multiple choice questions, plus a writing prompt that will help student make a plan for heart health in their family.
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alternating-current, steam turbine, fluorescent lights,and more
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This one page reading comprehension activity describes a traditional Czech Easter. It is followed by 8 questions that require written responses.
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This fact-filled (first-person) reading comprehension presents many of the challenges and rewards of nursing.
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An introduction to the famous Grimm brothers, the source of their stories and their motivations for collecting them, and a reflection on the stories' resonance today are all presented in this reading comprehension.
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An introduction to the golfer, followed by 3 multiple choice questions and 4 questions that require brief written response.
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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".
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Why did immigrants come to the United States? This factual comprehension passage explains some of the many reasons. It is followed by 4 multiple choice questions, one essay question and 5 short answer questions.
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How tall is the Eiffel Tower? Learn the answer to this question and more with this reading comprehension.
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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!
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A one page color illustrated fact sheet featuring endangered fishes, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates of Australia, plus a page of 6 discussion questions for upper elementary/middle school and a page of completion and multiple choice questions for elementary students. Also includes teachers notes. Part of an abcteach series of fact sheets on endangered species.
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A reading comprehension about the holiday Passover.
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A biography of the composer followed by 12 multiple choice questions, 1 short writing prompt, 5 short answer essay questions , and a creative visualization exercise.
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A one page reading comp with four experiments for understanding air pressure, with completion and matching questions.
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Reading Comprehension: El Castillo, the Mayan Temple of Kukulcan in the Great Plaza of Chichen Itza in Mexico with comparisons to the Parthenon. Nine pages with color photos. Three pages of questions/activities and a one page answer key.
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Two page reading comprehension on how to plant and care for a vegetable garden with reading comp, discussion, short response-functional text questions, and vocabulary word search.Use with Healthy Gardeners Club forms.
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This cat is the fastest animal in the world! Learn more with this two page reading comprehension.
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Three page reading comp describing history of oiled bird rescue and the procedures and techniques used; multiple choice and short answer questions.
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A one page biography of U. S. soccer player Mia Hamm, with multiple choice and short answer questions.
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A reading comprehension about the American educator.
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A brief history of the bicycle, including an overview of some new developments. Great comprehension questions! One of a series on modes of transportation.
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An informative biography of the 39th president.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension, with discussion-provoking pre-questions, and excellent vocabulary building.
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This reading comprehension tells some of the traditions of Diwali through the eyes of an Indian girl.
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A reading comprehension explaining protons, electrons, and photons.
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Informative short reading comprehension about these community helpers.
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Interested in blue jays? Learn more about them with this fact-filled reading comprehension.
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A brief biography of the Spanish explorer, adventurer and conquistador in the format of a reading comprehension activity. It is followed by 4 multiple choice questions and 6 questions requiring short written responses.
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A two page biography of the Italian Astronomer, Galileo, with multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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A one page guide to riding bicycles safely, with multiple choice and short answer question sets.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension, explaining and defining light. Our light units are available at four different levels, with increasingly advanced vocabulary and concepts.
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A biography of America's famous illustrator.
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A reading comprehension about the French inventor Louis Braille and his reading method for the blind.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension explaining the hows and whys of animal behavior. Includes short answer comprehension question.
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A biography of the famous composer, with multiple choice and open-ended questions, as well as a creative prompt for composing your own music.
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Biography of the famous scientist, with comprehension questions.
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Reading comprehension on riding and caring for horses.
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A reading comprehension biography of the French scientist Louis Pasteur, with his life story and scientific achievements.
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A one page reading comprehension about the three methods by which things are invented and details of actual discoveries, with 4 pages of exercises.
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A biography of Eleanor Roosevelt, with research suggestions, a timeline activity, and creative writing prompts.
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Reading comprehensions on the sun, incandescent light, light bulbs, electroluminescence, fluorescence, phosphorescence, bioluminescence, LEDs and LCDs... every type of light. A thoroughly informative unit!
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Reading comprehensions on light waves and on how they differ from sound waves, with an experiment to help aid understanding.
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Informative science-based reading comprehension.
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A reading comprehension selection, "Hernan Cortes" is a biographical piece. It is followed by 4 multiple choice questions and 6 questions requiring short written responses.
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Biography of the famous scientist with comprehension questions.
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A 1 page selection about the Grand Canyon, followed by 5 multiple choice comprehension questions and 4 questions requiring brief written responses.
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A reading comprehension about the famous sons of the famous German composer, Johann Sebastian Bach.
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Informative reading comprehension about the world's largest mammal.
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This one-page reading comprehension follows a standardized testing format. An introduction to the state... and great testing practice!
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One page biography of John Muir with comp questions, short response, essay. Earth Day connection.
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What is chivalry? What is its modern-day equivalent? Answer these questions and more with this history-based reading comprehension. Also contains essay and poetry writing prompts.
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A reading comprehension about women who played important roles in the Civil War.
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A one page reading comp of President Andrew Jackson, with comprehension and short answer questions and one essay question.
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A one page reading comp on the history and geography of Iceland with short response and completion questions.
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A thorough biography of Geronimo, divided into three reading comprehensions. This mini-unit includes thoughtful short answer questions.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension and a crossword puzzle.
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A reading comprehension on the uses, types, and formation of lakes.
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The origins of Flag Day (June 14) and some basic rules for flag treatment are included in this reading comprehension.
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A two page text on the natural landmark Niagara Falls, with multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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A reading comprehension of the biography of Louis Braille, the French inventor of a reading system for the blind.
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A two page illustrated biography of Paul Revere with multiple choice and short answer questions, and a writing prompt.
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A short reading comprehension about this endangered animal.
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"The best defense against a tornado is being prepared..." Learn about tornados with this informative reading comprehension.
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[member-created with abctools] Directions for writing an extended response on starred border paper.
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A biography of the famous painter.
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Reading comprehension, short essay prompt, drawing, and more, all on the topic of the importance of trees.
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A reading comprehension on the ancient Incan city.
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Pre-reading discussion questions and vocabulary building, combined with two reading comprehensions that cover two of Alexander's famous moments.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension, explaining and defining light. Our light units are available at four different levels, with increasingly advanced vocabulary and concepts.
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What makes objects appear to have color? Two reading comprehensions combine with simple science experiments to explain color, light and shadow.
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What is solar energy? How is it used? What are the advantages and disadvantages of its use as a power source?
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Fact-filled reading comprehension about this beloved summer treat.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension on the formation and types of crystals is followed by SEVEN great crystal experiments for home or the classroom, using everyday materials.
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This reading comprehension presents some facts about the home of the legendary Robin Hood.
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Explains how to use a table of contents, then checks understanding by asking questions about a specific table of contents.
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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.
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A reading comprehension biography about Dickens, followed by activities like "Write Your Own Christmas Carol" and "Match the Quote to the Book" and more.
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De Soto participated in the conquest of Panama, Nicaragua and Peru. This is a brief biography of the conquistador and explorer in the format of a reading comprehension activity. It is followed by 4 multiple choice questions and 6 questions requiring short written responses.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension.
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Simple factual information about American black bears, followed by comprehension questions.
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What are fossil fuels? How are they used? What are the advantages and disadvantages of their use as a power source?
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This reading comprehension on the Pacific Ocean is part of the Oceans of the World series. Includes a labeled b/w world map; multiple choice, short answer and map skill questions; a writing prompt; answer key.
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Three pages explore the Holocaust; reading comprehension questions range from multiple choice to short essay and include creating a timeline to track events related to the Holocaust from the end of World War I to the end of the second World War. January 27th is Holocaust Memorial Day.
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A three page biography of internationally respected physicist and cosmologist, Stephen Hawking, with multiple choice and short answer question sets, as well as, a writing prompt.
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An introduction to the history and design of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.
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All six of our Ellis Island reading comprehensions, tracing the history of Ellis Island, are here in one easy download.
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A reading comprehension about this festive season.
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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.
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Read the bicycle rodeo poster and the bicycle safety tips, and answer the questions.
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A brief biography of the Coronado in the format of a reading comprehension, followed by multiple choice questions. It is followed by 4 multiple choice questions, 1 short response and 4 short essay questions.
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A two page text describing how the major Ally and Axis countries became involved in WWII, with a page of multiple choice and a page of short answer questions, and a writing prompt. Part one of a four part series on the history of WWII.
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Three reading comprehension selections (Your Immune System, Immune System Disease, Keeping Your Immune System Healthy) clearly and simply explain how the immune system works and how to keep it working. Each selection is followed by 5 multiple choice questions and 4 questions that require brief written responses. (11 pages)
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Reading comprehension on the work and discoveries of Isaac Newton, including gravity and laws of motion, with completion, matching, essay questions
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What's a honey stomach? How does nectar turn into honey? Learn the answers to these questions and more with this reading comprehension.
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Two page reading comp on the impact of world event, Icelandic volcanic eruption 2010, with short response questions and hard word search.
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One page reading comp on U.S. Landmark, the Washington Monument, with this reading comprehension questions.
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Biography of scientist Gertrude Belle Elion, a chemist who developed a number of lifesaving drugs.
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This fact filled reading comprehension presents the solstice celebration as a cross-cultural observance of the beginning of winter.
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A set of vocabulary building tools and activities for words related to the Scientific Method. Includes word list, spelling practice or definition worksheet, word search in the shape of a telescope and a crossword puzzle.
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This super-sized reading and writing unit introduces the basic categories of literary conflict (man vs. nature, etc.) and presents two summarized stories for students to analyze in terms of internal/external conflict. The unit incorporates vocabulary, critical thinking, and research.
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Five short reading comprehensions about the first "First Lady".
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A one page color illustrated fact sheet featuring five endangered animals of North America (4 reptiles & 1 amphibian), plus a page of 6 discussion questions for upper elementary/middle school and a page of 7 short answer questions for elementary students. Also includes teachers notes. Part of an abcteach series of fact sheets on endangered species.
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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.
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A two page biography of the Greek mathematician and scientist, Archimedes. Includes a set of short answer and a set of multiple choice questions, as well as a writing prompt.
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A three page text describing the world wide political, social, economic, and technological changes resulting from World War II. This final unit in a three part series on the history of WWII, includes a set of multiple choice questions and a set of short answer questions, plus a writing prompt.
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Packed with historical facts and figures, this great unit features four reading comprehensions and a 3 page review quiz.
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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.
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Comprehensions on light and atoms, rainbows, scattered light, and shadows. Each comprehension is reviewed with great (and easy) science experiments to bring the concepts to life.
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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.
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Two page reading comp about the impact of recycling on the environment with short answer questions and with vocabulary crossword.
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An introduction and Part 1, Deciding to Run for Office, of a Social Studies series on the five steps to seeking public office. Includes a teacher's note for use of this series as part of a hands on mock campaign.
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A factual reading comprehension about the author of "Uncle Tom's Cabin"
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One-page biography of President Kennedy, with comprehension questions.
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A 1 page non-fiction piece,"Mount Rushmore" is followed by 5 multiple choice questions and 5 questions requiring short written responses.
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A biography of the famous composer in the form of a reading comprehension activity is followed by 12 multiple choice questions, and a writing prompt about overcoming adversity, and 5 questions requiring short written responses.
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This one-page reading comprehension follows a standardized testing format. An interesting brief biography and great testing practice!
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This reading comprehension introduces coniferous, deciduous, and tropical trees.
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Match the clues to the names of twelve historical figures of the American Revolution.
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Two pages of text explains the cost of World War II, part of the abcteach history series on World War II. Unit includes a set of multiple choice questions and a set of short answer questions, as well as a writing prompt.
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What is the best thing that you can do if a hurricane is approaching? Learn about hurricane safety with this informative reading comprehension lesson.
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Who was Aesop? This unit introduces the fabulous fabulist. Includes reading comprehension questions, vocabulary work, and a fun "match the moral" activity.
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A factual reading comprehension, plus contextual adjective use and spelling practice.
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A short reading comprehension about these interesting Australian animals.
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A brief biography of the conquistador and explorer in the format of a reading comprehension activity. It is followed by 4 multiple choice questions and 6 questions requiring short written responses.
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How many different smells can a human nose distinguish? This reading comprehension tells you!
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A two page explanation of the scientific method with multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt. abcteach The Scientific Method Vocabulary Set 2 may be useful with this reading comprehension.
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A one page discussion of ways to keep hearts healthy, with multiple choice and short answer question sets, plus a crossword puzzle, a word search and a writing prompt.
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A reading comprehension, a vocabulary list, and a diagram (labeled and unlabeled) are used in this thorough mini-unit on the human heart.
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This reading comprehension thoroughly explains the process of photosynthesis.
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A reading comprehension on the history of Mother's Day.
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This unit is a full series of reading comprehensions presenting a thorough view of cell phones in terms of history (when was it invented) techonology (how does it work), society (what are appropriate cell phone manners), and more.
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A two page reading comprehension text on the events of September 11, 2001 and U.S. response, with multiple choice and essay questions.
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Reading comprehension about this endangered species.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension about spiders.
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A reading comprehension about the French impressionist.
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A reading comprehension on the history of the U.S. flag, from its thirteen starred canton to its current appearance, and a reading comprehension overview of the Flag Code, to introduce or review proper treatment of the U.S. flag. Great for Flag Day (June 14th)...or any U.S. holiday.
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Terrance is frightened. A hurricane is headed directly towards him! Students can learn about this weather phenomenon along with Terrance in this fact-filled story, and then review their knowledge with comprehension questions.
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An informational reading comprehension about the pinata. Full of facts and vocabulary.
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A two page reading comp on how simple machines are used to install a museum exhibit and in our daily lives, with completion, matching, short response questions.
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A two page reading comprehension text regarding the formation of the Southern Ocean, part of abcteach's series on world oceans. Unit includes a set of short answer and a set of multiple choice questions,and a writing prompt, crossword puzzle and word unscramble.
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Read the index page and answer the questions.
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A fact-filled three-page reading comprehension biography of the author of the Declaration of Independence is followed by 12 multiple choice questions, 5 questions requiring short written responses a longer essay question.
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A factual reading comprehension about this November holiday.
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One-page biography of the former Secretary of State, followed by multiple choice questions.
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This reading comprehension is a great addition to lessons about the thirteen original colonies and the events that led to the Declaration of Independence.
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One of many Valentine legends, this one presents a martyr who stood up to the emperor and defended his beliefs. A reading comprehension, writing prompt, and word search.
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This short reading comprehension stresses inference skills.
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This one-page reading comprehension follows a standardized testing format. An interesting brief biography and great testing practice!
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A two page text of Columbus' first voyage to North America, with compass points highlighted in text. Map and directions to use the compass illustration in the document to trace Columbus' route. Includes completion and short answer questions.
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A factual reading comprehension on the historical mystery of the lost colony of Roanoke.
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A Reading Comprehension selection about the Great Wall of China. The passage is followed by 4 multiple choice questions, 1 short answer question, and 4 short answer essay questions.
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A two page explanation of the elements of fiction and story structure with short answer questions and short story starting prompt. Use with abcteach Fiction Blueprint to help student's organize ideas for a story.
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A one page reading comprehension selection explains some of the religious origins of Easter including Lent, Palm Sunday, and Good Friday. It is followed by 8 items to sequence, 5 true/false questions, 6 vocabulary questions, and 5 questions that require brief written responses.
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A book report form to help middle school students organize their thoughts and evaluate a biography or autobiography.
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A three-page biography of the founder of the American Red Cross, with short-answer questions to check comprehension.
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Brief biography of President Roosevelt, with comprehension questions.
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A reading comprehension on the history of the September holiday.
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Reading comprehension focusing on different types of clouds, how they are formed, and what they indicate about the weather.
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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.
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A series of reading comprehensions, designed to introduce the history of space travel.
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Possibly the best contralto of all time is profiled in this reading comprehension.
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A fact-filled Brief History of Ireland is followed by 10 multiple choice questions, 10 short answer questions and 5 brief written response questions.
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Three reading comprehensions (Your Skeleton, Diseases of the Skeleton, Take Care of Your Skeleton) clearly and simply explain how the skeletal system works and how to keep it working.
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Reading comp of the laws of forces and motion, illustrated, simple experiments, short response and completion questions, vocabulary crossword.
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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.
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This informative reading comprehension explains the hows and whys of hibernation. Includes a fun "missing letter" review.
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Solar energy, wind energy, geothermal energy, hydropower, and biomass energy.
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A two page text on the history and cultural activities celebrated during Australia's annual Australia Day, January 26. Includes a set of multiple choice and a set of short answer questions, plus a writing prompt.
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Three reading comprehensions on insect life cycle and habitat, short writing prompts, and word problems.
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A three page biography of Albert Einstein with a page of multiple choice and a page of short answer questions, plus a writing prompt.
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These worksheets are formatted like assessment tests; good capitalization review and great testing practice.
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Learn about hurricanes with this fact-filled reading comprehension.
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A biography of the American celebrity, followed by multiple choice questions.
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An informative reading comprehension on mountain ranges around the world.
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A recipe for Chinese dumplings, written first as a story, then as a standard recipe. Includes a sequencing activity.
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Even Einstein marvelled at the discoveries made by Edwin Hubble, for whom the Hubble Telescope is named. Find out more about this amazing scientist!
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A two page reading comp on impact of air pollution on health and environment with matching and short response questions; vocabulary list, word search and crossword puzzle.
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Reading comprehension and word search.
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An informational reading comprehension about astronauts.
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This one page reading comprehension on the Atlantic Ocean is part of the Oceans of the World series. Includes a labeled b/w world map; multiple choice, short answer and map skill questions; a writing prompt; and answer key.
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This informational piece provides a history of the Pledge, as well as a line by line analysis of the meaning, and essay/discussion questions.
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A two page text of an overview of modern London and its history, plus a spotlight of the city's unique transportation system and additional facts. Includes a set of multiple choice and short answer questions and a writing prompt.
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"Do your part!" A story of things children can do in order to participate in Earth Day. Does not include questions.
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Biography of the "Star Spangled Banner" writer, with comprehension questions.
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This one page reading comprehension on the Pacific Ocean is part of the Oceans of the World series. Includes a labeled b/w world map; multiple choice, short answer and map skill questions; and answer key.
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A biography of the author of Uncle Tom's Cabin.
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An informative reading comprehension selection of these celestial groupings is followed by 7 multiple choice questions, a research/writing prompt, 1 visualization question, and 4 questions that require brief written responses.
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A two page biography of Brett Favre, United States football great. Unit includes multiple choice and short answer question sets.
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A reading comprehension about the suffragist and abolitionist.
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Biography of the first President of the United States, with comprehension and sequencing questions.
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Read a Paul Bunyan tall tale and answer the multiple choice questions, then read a true story about Bunyan with short answer comprehension questions. Sort fact from fiction in a review worksheet. Think and write about the values reflected in these tall tales. Finally: Write your own Paul Bunyan tall tale. A great unit!
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Targeted questions to answer about any president.
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This one page reading comprehension selection traces the origins of some Halloween traditions to the Celts, Romans, and early Christians. It is followed by 4 multiple choice questions and 6 questions that require brief witten responses.
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A brief biography of the tragic Mexican painter in the format of a reading comprehension, followed by 4 multiple choice questions, 1 short response question, and 4 short answer essay questions.
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A one page reading comprehension selection about the types of ice skating includes a brief history. It is followed by 4 multiple choice questions and 6 questions that require short written responses.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension about reindeer- they don't really pull Santa's sleigh!
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A reading comprehension on the life of "Ambassador Satch".
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Read a John Henry tall tale and answer the multiple choice questions, then read a true story about John Henry with short answer comprehension questions. Sort fact from fiction in a review worksheet. Think and write about the values reflected in these tall tales. Finally: Write your own John Henry tall tale. A great unit!
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Biography of the basketball star, followed by 3 multiple choice questions and 5 questions that require brief written responses.
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A reading comprehension explaining briefly the difference between the federal and state holidays. This includes very short biographies of Washington and Lincoln.
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A fact-filled one page nonfiction selection explaining the origins and many traditions of Hanukkah is followed by 6 multiple choice questions and 5 questions that require brief written responses.
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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!
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A biography of the famous aviator, followed by multiple choice comprehension questions. Amelia Earhart's birthday is July 24th.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension about pumpkins.
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Help students correctly identify the differences between facts and opinions with this timely lesson. Use alone or in conjunction with our Veterans Day reading comprehension.
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An informative biography of Helen Keller, followed by math-based and reading-based comprehension questions and a short essay question. Helen Keller was born June 27th.
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This double reading comprehension is a great introduction to the often miscategorized legume, and to the scientist who discovered over 300 uses for it.
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A reading comprehension to introduce America's famous Underground Railroad conductor.
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The abcteach comprehensions for U.S. symbols (the Statue of Liberty, the Liberty Bell, the Bald Eagle, the Flag, and the Great Seal), including thoughtful writing prompts, are gathered into one easy download.
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A four page realistic fiction reading comprehension about a (class) presidential election. Questions are formatted for short essay or discussion questions, rather than multiple choice.
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A reading comprehension about the famous abolitionist.
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This one page nonfiction selection explains the possible origins and some beliefs about this February 2nd holiday. It is followed by 6 true/false questions, 3 multiple choice questions, and 5 questions that require brief written responses.
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A 1 page reading comprehension selection, "Johnny Appleseed" is biographical. It is followed by 6 multiple choice questions and 4 questions requiring short written responses.
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Biography of the famous baseball hero.
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A fact-filled reading comprehension, word search, Venn diagram, and more, to help students learn about turkeys. Great at Thanksgiving; good any time of the year.
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Practice reading and understanding a recipe.
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Updated:Brief biography of the 44th president, followed by multiple choice, short answer, and essay questions.
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This biography of the first person to photograph single snow crystals works well in conjunction with science lessons or as a "stand alone" reading comprehension. *Bentley's photographs are in the public domain and can be found in many places for free.
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A brief history of St. Patrick, and an introduction to leprechauns.
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Read the short story about early American education, and make inferences based on context clues.
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A ten page biographical unit on the civil rights leader, with reading comprehensions, a crossword puzzle, and a word search.
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Four reading comprehension selections tell the legendary origins of some Christmas traditions, Christmas trees, Christmas wreaths, and stockings. Each is followed by sets of multiple choice questions and several questions requiring brief written responses.
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Practice reading and understanding a recipe.