3rd Grade Close Reading Handouts (by date, oldest first)

Are you looking for non-prep reading comprehension activities? This ten-page resource is perfect for engaging students in bite-sized worksheets while strengthening their fluency, reading comprehension, and identifying text evidence. Students who need to practice reading comprehension skills will get loads of practice finding text evidence to answer comprehension questions - all while learning new and interesting food facts!

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This resource includes:

   ✏ 10 pages of non-fiction reading passages with comprehension questions

   ✏ !0 answer key cards for easy reference

   ✏ Non-fiction topics about food that all kids will love!

   ✏ No prep! Simply print and distribute.

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This resource will provide your second grade, third grade, and fourth grade students with 29 nonfiction passages about holidays in the month of April. Use these no-prep worksheets to have your students reading about various topics.

It seems like every day is National (insert cool thing here) Day. I decided to look into these holidays to bring some fun and excitement back to informational passages. The best part about these units though... they are EASILY enrichable! For example, take a virtual field trip to the zoo for Zoo Day, draw a dolphin for Dolphin Day, or enjoy some blueberry pie on Blueberry Pie Day!

My class has had such a fun time reading these passages and celebrating something each day.

In this unit, you will be given 29 informational passages with text dependent questions requiring short answer responses.

Please consider that not every day has a holiday that is school appropriate. Not every holiday remains on the same day each year.

All passages are informational based, usually with a history on the day and whatever is being celebrated. Passages have 4-6 questions with a few skills being met:

• asking and answering questions
• main idea
• key details
• making connections
• context clues
• author's POV vs reader's POV

Similar format throughout the unit so students get familiar with text structure and routine quickly. This document has the passage on top with the questions below.

Use during:

• reading warm-ups
• test prep
• informational text writing
• whole group instruction
• partner work
• small group
• literacy centers
• guided reading groups
• homework
• the possibilities are endless!!!!!

Did you know these passages come in a different format?

Check out my other monthly holiday passages below:

January passages HERE (other format HERE)

February passages HERE (other format HERE)

March passages HERE (other format coming soon)

August passages HERE (other format coming soon)

More months coming!

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This resource will provide your second grade, third grade, and fourth grade students with 31 nonfiction passages about holidays in the month of May. Use these no-prep worksheets to have your students reading about various topics.

It seems like every day is National (insert cool thing here) Day. I decided to look into these holidays to bring some fun and excitement back to informational passages. The best part about these units though... they are EASILY enrichable! For example, write a thank you letter on School Principals' Day, learn about space on Space Day, or having a drawing contest on National Drawing Day!

My class has had such a fun time reading these passages and celebrating something each day.

In this unit, you will be given 31 informational passages with text dependent questions requiring short answer responses.

Please consider that not every day has a holiday that is school appropriate. Not every holiday remains on the same day each year.

All passages are informational based, usually with a history on the day and whatever is being celebrated. Passages have 4-6 questions with a few skills being met:

• asking and answering questions
• main idea
• key details
• making connections
• context clues
• author's POV vs reader's POV

Similar format throughout the unit so students get familiar with text structure and routine quickly. This document has the passage on top with the questions below.

Use during:

• reading warm-ups
• test prep
• informational text writing
• whole group instruction
• partner work
• small group
• literacy centers
• guided reading groups
• homework
• the possibilities are endless!!!!!

Did you know these passages come in a different format?

Check out my other monthly holiday passages below:

January passages HERE (other format HERE)

February passages HERE (other format HERE)

March passages HERE (other format coming soon)

August passages HERE (other format coming soon)

More months coming!

*****

Remember the purchase of these products is for one classroom only. If you'd like to share, please buy multiple licenses or send your friend to my store to purchase their own.

*****

If you want credits to use for future purchases, remember to leave feedback. I'd love to hear how you view my products!

This resource will provide your second grade, third grade, and fourth grade students with 33 nonfiction reading passages about holidays in the month of June. Use these no-prep reading comprehension passages to have your students reading about various engaging topics.

It seems like every day is National (insert cool thing here) Day. I decided to look into these holidays to bring some fun and excitement back to informational passages. The best part about these units though... they are EASILY enrichable! For example, watch Donald Duck cartoons on Donald Duck Day, celebrate fathers on Father's Day, or get students to bring their bikes to school for Bicycle Day!

My class has had such a fun time reading these passages and celebrating something each day.

In this unit, you will be given 33 informational passages with text dependent questions requiring short answer responses.

Please consider that not every day has a holiday that is school appropriate. Not every holiday remains on the same day each year.

All passages are informational based, usually with a history on the day and whatever is being celebrated. Passages have 4-6 questions with a few skills being met:

• asking and answering questions
• main idea
• key details
• making connections
• context clues
• author's POV vs reader's POV

Similar format throughout the unit so students get familiar with text structure and routine quickly. This document has the passage on top with the questions below.

Use during:

• reading warm-ups
• test prep
• informational text writing
• whole group instruction
• partner work
• small group
• literacy centers
• guided reading groups
• homework
• the possibilities are endless!!!!!

Check out my other monthly holiday passages below:

❤️ May Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages

❤️ August Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages

❤️ All Year Holiday Nonfiction Reading Passages

❤️ April Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages

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This resource will provide your second grade, third grade, and fourth grade students with 30 nonfiction reading passages about holidays in the month of July. Use these no-prep reading comprehension passages to have your students reading about various engaging topics.

It seems like every day is National (insert cool thing here) Day. I decided to look into these holidays to bring some fun and excitement back to informational passages. The best part about these units though... they are EASILY enrichable! For example, watch Donald Duck cartoons on Donald Duck Day, celebrate fathers on Father's Day, or get students to bring their bikes to school for Bicycle Day!

My class has had such a fun time reading these passages and celebrating something each day.

In this unit, you will be given 33 informational passages with text dependent questions requiring short answer responses.

Please consider that not every day has a holiday that is school appropriate. Not every holiday remains on the same day each year.

All passages are informational based, usually with a history on the day and whatever is being celebrated. Passages have 4-6 questions with a few skills being met:

• asking and answering questions
• main idea
• key details
• making connections
• context clues
• author's POV vs reader's POV

Similar format throughout the unit so students get familiar with text structure and routine quickly. This document has the passage on top with the questions below.

Use during:

• reading warm-ups
• test prep
• informational text writing
• whole group instruction
• partner work
• small group
• literacy centers
• guided reading groups
• homework
• the possibilities are endless!!!!!

Check out my other monthly holiday passages below:

❤️ May Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages

❤️ August Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages

❤️ All Year Holiday Nonfiction Reading Passages

❤️ April Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages

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This all year informational reading comprehension nonfiction passage BUNDLE has hundreds of exciting, engaging, and fun reading passages that your students will enjoy for the whole year! Build strong comprehension skills using text dependent questions with these fun year long reading passages!

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This Product Includes:

► January passages (25 informational passages)

► February passages (29 informational passages)

► March passages (35 informational passages)

► April passages (29 informational passages)

► May passages (31 informational passages)

► June passages (33 informational passages)

► July passages (30 informational passages)

► August passages (31 informational passages)

► September passages (30 informational passages)

► October passages (31 informational passages)

With This Product You'll Get:

⭐ 304 informational passages

⭐ 3-5 short answer response questions per holiday

Note: Please consider that not every day has a holiday that is school-appropriate. Not every holiday remains on the same day each year.

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Can be used for research projects or nonfiction close reading.

Information on 5 American Indian groups:

- Cherokee

- Hopi

- Apache

- Shoshone

- Blackfoot

For elementary-aged students, integrating information about homes, territory, and clothing in an Indigenous People Informational Newsletter can be exciting and educational:

1. Homes Around the World: Discover the amazing different types of homes Indigenous people live in, like teepees, longhouses, and adobe houses. Learn how they're built and what makes them special.
2. Land and Territory: Explore where they inhabited
3. Clothing: Dive into the colorful and unique clothing worn by different Indigenous groups. From beautiful beadwork to intricate designs, learn how clothing tells stories about their culture.
4. Influential People and Child Life: Learn how these influential people positively affected these indigenous groups.

Including these elements in the newsletter helps young readers understand and appreciate the diverse homes, lands, and clothing of Indigenous communities, fostering a respect for their traditions and connection to the Earth.

This newsletter provides comprehensive insights into their habitat, diet, life cycle, anatomy, and predators.

Habitat: Discover the diverse environments that ladybugs inhabit. From gardens to meadows, gain an understanding of the ecosystems that ladybugs thrive in and the factors that contribute to their well-being in different habitats.

Diet: Delve into the dietary habits of ladybugs and unravel the secrets behind their preferred foods. Explore the types of pests they consume, the benefits they bring to gardens, and the crucial role they play in natural pest control.

Life Cycle: Follow the intriguing life cycle of ladybugs, from their early stages as larvae to their transformation into adult beetles. Understand the various phases of development and the unique adaptations that help ladybugs navigate different environments.

Anatomy: Take a closer look at the anatomy of ladybugs, exploring the structure and functions of their distinctive spotted shells, delicate wings, and intricate legs. Gain insights into how their physical features contribute to their remarkable agility and survival skills.

Predators: Explore the predators that pose challenges to ladybugs in their natural habitats. From spiders to birds, understand the threats that ladybugs face and how they navigate the delicate balance between being prey and predator in the intricate web of nature.

This is a 2-page newsletter that gives information on the forest habitat.

This forest newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration. Tailored for students at various educational levels, this newsletter serves as a gateway to a treasure trove of research materials, cutting-edge studies, and scholarly insights. It's the go-to source for those seeking reliable and relevant information to enhance their research endeavors.

Key Features:

1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate cutting-edge information into their work.

It gives information on...

*Location

*Weather

*Animals

*Plants

*Geography

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Arctic

-Grasslands

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

For elementary-aged students, integrating information about homes, territory, and clothing in an Indigenous People Informational Newsletter can be exciting and educational.

Including these elements in the newsletter helps young readers understand and appreciate the diverse homes, lands, and clothing of Indigenous communities, fostering a respect for their traditions and connection to the Earth.Two page nonfiction information packet!

Two page nonfiction information packet!

Provides information on- Blackfoot

Territory

Homes

Clothing

Children

Influential American Indian- Crowfoot

Can be used for research or close reading.

This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Ocean Habitat.

This Ocean Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.

Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate information into their work.

It gives information on...

➡️ Location

➡️ Weather

➡️ Animals

➡️ Plants

➡️ Geography

Chicken Research Newsletter

Habitat: Explore the diverse environments that chickens call home. From small backyard coops to larger farming systems, discover how chickens adapt to and thrive in different habitats. Gain a deeper understanding of the essentials required to create a suitable living space for these birds.

Diet: Delve into the dietary needs of chickens and understand the key elements that contribute to their health and well-being. Explore the types of feed, essential nutrients, and dietary considerations that play a crucial role in sustaining a balanced and nutritious chicken diet.

Life Cycle: Follow the fascinating life cycle of chickens, from the moment they hatch from eggs to adulthood. Gain insights into the stages of development, behavioral changes, and the key milestones that mark their growth. Understanding the life cycle sheds light on the various needs and care required at different life stages.

Anatomy: Take a closer look at the anatomy of chickens, exploring the structure and functions of their feathers, beaks, wings, and more. Understand how their physical features contribute to their survival and daily activities, providing a holistic view of the avian anatomy.

Predators: Explore the predators that pose challenges to chickens in various habitats. From natural predators like foxes and birds of prey to the role of domestic animals, this section provides valuable insights into the threats chickens face and how protective measures can be implemented.

Chicken Research Newsletter

Habitat: Explore the diverse environments that chickens call home. From small backyard coops to larger farming systems, discover how chickens adapt to and thrive in different habitats. Gain a deeper understanding of the essentials required to create a suitable living space for these birds.

Diet: Delve into the dietary needs of chickens and understand the key elements that contribute to their health and well-being. Explore the types of feed, essential nutrients, and dietary considerations that play a crucial role in sustaining a balanced and nutritious chicken diet.

Life Cycle: Follow the fascinating life cycle of chickens, from the moment they hatch from eggs to adulthood. Gain insights into the stages of development, behavioral changes, and the key milestones that mark their growth. Understanding the life cycle sheds light on the various needs and care required at different life stages.

Anatomy: Take a closer look at the anatomy of chickens, exploring the structure and functions of their feathers, beaks, wings, and more. Understand how their physical features contribute to their survival and daily activities, providing a holistic view of the avian anatomy.

Predators: Explore the predators that pose challenges to chickens in various habitats. From natural predators like foxes and birds of prey to the role of domestic animals, this section provides valuable insights into the threats chickens face and how protective measures can be implemented.

This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Arctic Habitat.

This Arctic Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.

Key Features:

1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate information into their work.

It gives information on...

*Location

*Weather

*Animals

*Plants

*Geography

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Grasslands

-Forest

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Arctic Habitat.

This Arctic Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.

Key Features:

1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate information into their work.

It gives information on...

*Location

*Weather

*Animals

*Plants

*Geography

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Grasslands

-Forest

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Arctic Habitat.

This Arctic Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.

Key Features:

1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate information into their work.

It gives information on...

*Location

*Weather

*Animals

*Plants

*Geography

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Grasslands

-Forest

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

This grasslands newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration. Tailored for students at various educational levels, this newsletter serves as a gateway to a treasure trove of research materials, cutting-edge studies, and scholarly insights. It's the go-to source for those seeking reliable and relevant information to enhance their research endeavors.

Key Features:

1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate cutting-edge information into their work.

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Arctic

-Forest

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Desert Habitat.

This Desert Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.

Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate information into their work.

It gives information on...

➡️ Location

➡️ Weather

➡️ Animals

➡️ Plants

➡️ Geography

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Grassland

-Arctic

-Forest

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

This newsletter provides comprehensive insights into their habitat, diet, life cycle, anatomy, and predators.

Habitat: Discover the diverse ecosystems that frogs call home. From lush wetlands to tropical rainforests, gain an understanding of the habitats that foster the unique lifestyles of different frog species and contribute to their overall well-being.

Diet: Delve into the dietary habits of frogs and unravel the secrets behind their diverse culinary preferences. Explore the types of insects, worms, and small creatures that make up their diet, and understand the crucial role frogs play in maintaining ecological balance.

Life Cycle: Follow the captivating life cycle of frogs, from tadpoles to full-fledged adults. Gain insights into the metamorphosis process, the unique adaptations that aid in survival, and the environmental factors that influence their development at various stages.

Anatomy: Take a closer look at the anatomy of frogs, exploring the structure and functions of their powerful hind legs, sensitive skin, and distinctive vocal sacs. Understand how their physical features are intricately adapted to their amphibious lifestyles.

Predators: Explore the predators that pose challenges to frogs in their natural habitats. From snakes to birds and larger mammals, understand the threats that frogs face and how their camouflage, toxic secretions, and jumping abilities serve as defense mechanisms.

This grasslands newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration. Tailored for students at various educational levels, this newsletter serves as a gateway to a treasure trove of research materials, cutting-edge studies, and scholarly insights. It's the go-to source for those seeking reliable and relevant information to enhance their research endeavors.

Key Features:

1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate cutting-edge information into their work.

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Arctic

-Forest

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--