Less than $5 2nd Grade Informational Text Activities (by price, low to high)

Get your students excited about reading with my reading passages with comprehension and vocabulary questions about topics that actually interest your students!

This Freebie includes passages on:

Animal Crossing (Popular Video Game)

DanTDM (Youtuber)

I use these passages in my 3rd - 5th grade Special Education Classroom. My students are not interested in reading, but love these passages! They need a lot of support with comprehension and vocabulary, so after I read these passages to them, they are excited to answer the questions about topics they love!

I hope you enjoy this product. If you have any questions, please reach out at lailasmods@gmail.com

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Enhance your students' understanding of Kwanzaa with this engaging Kwanzaa Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions resource! Perfect for the classroom, this product provides a detailed nonfiction passage that introduces the history, principles, and traditions of Kwanzaa.

Accompanied by six thought-provoking questions, this resource encourages meaningful discussions and helps students develop critical thinking skills.

Whether used for group activities, classroom discussions, or individual assessments, this two-page PDF is designed to captivate young learners while meeting educational standards.

Key Features:

• 1-page nonfiction reading passage about Kwanzaa
• 6 comprehension questions to assess understanding
• Ideal for Grades K-2, suitable for other elementary levels
• 8.5 x 11-inch format for easy printing and use
• Perfect for December and cultural heritage lessons

This versatile resource is excellent for celebrating Kwanzaa while also incorporating themes of diversity and cultural awareness. Download now to provide your students with a meaningful and educational learning experience!

Do you want to engage your students in information report writing? Then look no further, this Informational Writing Activities BUNDLE has everything you need! It includes a range of resources from planning, summarising and researching resources as well as posters, info sheets and interactive notebooks to help your students plan, draft & publish their information report writing texts!

FEATURES

✏️ 6 Planning Templates

✏️ Search Engine Questions Poster

✏️ 2 Interactive Notebooks

✏️ 11 Quick Writes - Writing Prompts to Help Students Practice Researching

✏️ Fact or Opinion Cut & Paste Activity

✏️ Summarising Templates

✏️ 10 Info Writing Topics for Research

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This product includes a 5 page Veteran's Day flip book. Students can highlight key details and write a short thank you note or message in the flip book. They can color the flag on the front cover.

Pair with:

VETERAN'S DAY DIFFERENTIATED WRITING

This product contains the true story of Thanksgiving turkey pardoning in two different formats. It can be printed as a flip book or as a packet (front and back). The product contains vocabulary and comprehension questions with an answer key page for teachers.

Looking for a sun focused fun writing craft for your space unit? This resource is perfect for your students who are learning new information about the sun.

Using this resource, your students will write fascinating facts about the sun on vibrant yellow strips and use them to create a stunning sun model. By doing so, they will learn about the sun's features and functions, while also mastering the art of informative writing.

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Help your students revise their information reports accurately with this Revision Checklist! Includes a column for students or teachers to tick, once all structural and contextual parts of the information report are revised. Use the child-friendly explanations and prompts to explain how and what to revise!

FEATURES

✏️ Revision Checklist PDF - Informational Writing

✏️ Checklist covers the structure and content of informative writing

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Introduce character traits to students then tie the concepts to real life with this pot o' gold activity. Students choose one character trait to define each of their classmates. Then, they write the character traits on gold coins, cut and paste onto peers' pot o' gold. Informative writing activity that reinforces using examples for fact-based essays. Includes: Easy to follow directions with optional age-based activities Pot o' Gold Coins handout Character Trait Sheet Follow-up writing activities Fun, engaging activity for elementary students who need introductions or reinforcement in working with character traits and fact-based writing.

Explore the rich history and culture of the Shoshone people with our comprehensive Research Booklet Template and Informational Reading Passage Bundle. Perfect for elementary and middle school students, this bundle is designed to facilitate an engaging and informative research project and provide differentiated reading materials for various grade levels. Dive into various aspects of Shoshone life, from their traditional land to influential figures who have shaped their history.

Features

• Title Page: Two title page options are included. One is filled in with "Shoshone People" and the other is a blank template for personalization.
• Land: A dedicated section with a map highlighting traditional Shoshone land. Students can explore and document the geographical aspects of Shoshone life.
• Homes: Learn about the types of dwellings used by the Shoshone, including their construction methods and materials.
• Clothing: Discover traditional Shoshone clothing, including materials, designs, and cultural significance.
• Children: A section focused on the lives of Shoshone children, their roles, and daily activities.
• Influential Shoshone: Highlight and research notable Shoshone figures who have made significant contributions to their community and beyond.
• About the Author: A space for students to add their own information, reflecting on what they learned during their research.

Informational Reading Passage

• Differentiated Levels: Includes two versions of the reading passage, one for elementary students and one for upper grades. Each passage is designed to be engaging and appropriate for the respective reading levels.
• Elementary Level: A simplified version of the reading passage, focusing on key facts and basic information about the Shoshone people, their land, homes, clothing, children, and influential figures.
• Upper Grades Level: A more detailed and complex version of the reading passage, providing in-depth information and encouraging critical thinking about the Shoshone culture and history.

Benefits

• Engaging Learning: Encourages in-depth research and understanding of Shoshone culture and history.
• Customizable: The blank templates allow for personalization, making each project unique.
• Educational: Provides a structured format for students to document their findings, enhancing their research and writing skills.
• Comprehensive: Covers a wide range of topics, offering a holistic view of the Shoshone people.
• Differentiated Instruction: The reading passages cater to different reading levels, ensuring all students can access and understand the material.

Usage

Ideal for classroom assignments, history projects, or independent study. This bundle can be used in both physical and digital formats, making it versatile for various educational settings.

Perfect For

• Teachers: Looking for a structured and informative project for their students, with differentiated reading materials.
• Students: Interested in Native American history and culture.

Explore the rich history and culture of the Chumash people with our comprehensive Research Booklet Template and Informational Reading Passage Bundle. Perfect for elementary and middle school students, this bundle is designed to facilitate an engaging and informative research project and provide differentiated reading materials for various grade levels. Dive into various aspects of Chumash life, from their traditional land to influential figures who have shaped their history.

Features

Title Page: Two title page options are included. One is filled in with "Chumash People" and the other is a blank template for personalization.

Land: A dedicated section with a map highlighting traditional Chumash land. Students can explore and document the geographical aspects of Chumash life.

Homes: Learn about the types of dwellings used by the Chumash, including their construction methods and materials.

Clothing: Discover traditional Chumash clothing, including materials, designs, and cultural significance.

Children: A section focused on the lives of Chumash children, their roles, and daily activities.

Influential Chumash: Highlight and research notable Chumash figures who have made significant contributions to their community and beyond.

About the Author: A space for students to add their own information, reflecting on what they learned during their research.

Informational Reading Passage

Differentiated Levels: Includes two versions of the reading passage, one for elementary students and one for upper grades. Each passage is designed to be engaging and appropriate for the respective reading levels.

Elementary Level: A simplified version of the reading passage, focusing on key facts and basic information about the Chumash people, their land, homes, clothing, children, and influential figures.

Upper Grades Level: A more detailed and complex version of the reading passage, providing in-depth information and encouraging critical thinking about the Chumash culture and history.

Benefits

Engaging Learning: Encourages in-depth research and understanding of Chumash culture and history.

Customizable: The blank templates allow for personalization, making each project unique.

Educational: Provides a structured format for students to document their findings, enhancing their research and writing skills.

Comprehensive: Covers a wide range of topics, offering a holistic view of the Chumash people.

Differentiated Instruction: The reading passages cater to different reading levels, ensuring all students can access and understand the material.

Usage

Ideal for classroom assignments, history projects, or independent study. This bundle can be used in both physical and digital formats, making it versatile for various educational settings.

Perfect For

Teachers: Looking for a structured and informative project for their students, with differentiated reading materials.

Students: Interested in Native American history and culture.

Do your students need help with creating research questions for their information reports? This Search Engine Questions Poster is designed to assist you and them with creating effective questions for researching a topic (especially an animal) for their information reports! Students will learn how to use only keywords for accurate and child-friendly information about their topic.

FEATURES

✏️ Informational Writing Search Engine Questions Poster PDF

✏️ Scaffolded Research Questions

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This bundle includes informational reading on President's annual turkey pardon ceremony for Thanksgiving in 2 formats - flipbook and packet with comprehension questions and vocabulary. It also contains a. persuasive letter writing craft activity with teacher instruction, rubric, student checklist, and sample writing.

Do your students need to learn to summarise information? Try these simple summarising templates using the 5W's of Who, What, Why, When and Where as well as a template for combining the summarised information into a paragraph!

FEATURES

✏️ Summarising Template - Informational Writing

✏️ Incorporating the 5W's strategy

✏️ Template for combining summarised information

✏️ Lined paper

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Need your students to learn the difference between facts and opinions? This Cut & Paste, Fact or Opinion Worksheet will have your students understanding the difference in no time! Hands-on & engaging!

FEATURES

✏️ Information Report Writing Fact or Opinion Activity

✏️ Cut & Paste Worksheet

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Introduce your students to the essentials of fire safety with this set of 4 Fire Safety Reading Comprehension Passages with multiple choice questions.

Perfectly timed for Fire Prevention Week, these passages cover critical topics that can be used by students in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades.

The passages include:

• Fire safety at school
• Fire safety at home
• Stop, Drop and Roll technique
• The role of firefighters

Each passage is accompanied by multiple-choice questions designed to reinforce comprehension and recall.

To facilitate easy grading and self-assessment, answer keys are included.

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• Fire Safety Week Word Search, Crossword, and Word Scramble activities

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Celebrate International Mountain Day and enhance students' understanding of landforms with this engaging Mountains Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions. Perfect for K-2 learners, this resource includes a 1-page informative passage about mountains, along with six thought-provoking questions designed to assess comprehension. Whether used for classroom discussions or individual assessments, this resource fosters critical thinking and builds reading skills.

This 2-page resource (8.5x11 inches) is ideal for International Mountain Day, landforms lessons, or any geography unit. The easy-to-read passage is paired with comprehension questions that are perfect for evaluating student understanding, making this an excellent addition to your classroom activities or homeschool curriculum.

Product Details:

• 1-page nonfiction passage on mountains
• 6 comprehension questions to test understanding
• Designed for International Mountain Day, Landforms, and Geography Units
• Ideal for classroom use or individual assessments
• Page size: 8.5x11 inches

Keywords: Mountains, Nonfiction, Reading Comprehension, International Mountain Day, Landforms, Geography, Classroom Activity, Assessments, Reading Skills, Early Learners, Comprehension Questions, Teaching Resources, Educational Activity

This product includes;

*Student Nonfiction Research Packet

(Geared towards research on animals but one page is without headings for you to adjust as you'd like)

-There are sections for Habitat, Young, Physical Features, Food, Interesting Facts, and an extra blank form.

-Schema

-Questions you have on the animal

-Important words

-Resources Page

*Final Product RAFT Menu

*Rubric for Grading

Feel free to see more in depth on this product and how it is used on my blog at

http://firstgradefabulosity.blogspot.com/2014/03/nonfiction-research-project.html

Use these convenient recording sheets in your classroom when teaching current events! They are easy for students to use, they come in six unique styles, and they are perfect to pair with current even text such as news articles! This product comes with SIX one-of-a-kind recording sheets that ask students to find key points, identify controversial issues, summarize author’s purpose, and critically think about current events. This product is perfect for morning work, homework, or use during social studies/current events block!

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Boost critical thinking and comprehension skills with this Bloom's Taxonomy Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions! Designed for Kindergarten to Second-grade students, this resource includes a carefully crafted nonfiction passage followed by six thought-provoking questions. These questions are aligned with Bloom's Taxonomy, ensuring a range of cognitive levels from basic recall to higher-order thinking, making it perfect for classroom discussions and individual assessments.

This 2-page, 8.5x11 inch PDF is ideal for teachers looking to enhance their students’ understanding and analytical skills in a fun and engaging way. Great for use in literacy centers, whole-class activities, or as independent practice. Help your students master the art of comprehension while fostering critical thinking!

Product Features:

• Bloom's Taxonomy-aligned questions
• Six comprehension questions targeting various cognitive levels
• Ideal for classroom discussions, assessments, or homework
• 2 pages (8.5x11 inches)
• Suitable for Kindergarten to Second grade
• Engaging nonfiction passage for student interest

Perfect for literacy instruction, this resource supports students' development in both comprehension and critical thinking. Add this engaging tool to your classroom today!

Celebrate New Year 2025 with Engaging Reading Practice!

This New Year’s Eve Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions resource is perfect for helping students enhance their critical thinking and reading skills while exploring the traditions and significance of this festive occasion.

What’s Included:

• 1 nonfiction passage about New Year’s Eve (8.5 x 11 inches).
• 6 thought-provoking comprehension questions to spark classroom discussions and individual assessments.
• Answer key for easy grading and lesson prep.

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• Encourages critical thinking and text-based discussions.
• Great for independent, group, or teacher-led activities.
• Perfect for the New Year’s celebration in your classroom.

This resource is designed for teachers who want to blend learning with the holiday spirit, making it an excellent choice for ELA lessons, morning work, or as a quick review tool. Suitable for use in elementary classrooms or for extra practice at home.

Use this New Year’s Eve activity to inspire students while preparing them for the year ahead. It’s a resource you can return to every New Year’s season!