Homeschool Informational Text Printables (by date, oldest first)

Are your students having trouble identifying the main idea and supporting details of a story? These quick reading passages with a fall theme and graphic organizers will make it easy to identify the main idea and supporting details. The graphic organizers are made to match each story, this will keep them engage visually and will also remember what they read (main idea and details).

What's included:

• 19 Fall Themed Printable Reading Passages PDF
• 19 Fall Themed Printable Graphic Organizers PDF

List of interesting topics

• All About Turkeys
• Candy Corn Day
• Columbus Day
• Fall Leaves
• Fire Prevention Day
• Fire Safety
• First Responders Day
• Friday 13th
• General Election Day
• Halloween Décor
• Halloween Parade
• Indigenous Peoples’ Day
• Labor Day
• Monarch Butterflies
• Pumpkin Patch
• Thanksgiving Day Parade
• Thanksgiving Food
• The Autumn Equinox
• Veteran’s Day

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This super set of Basic Science Reading Comprehension passages are perfect for third and fifth grade students to practice and improve their reading and science skills. Each passage includes a set of three questions related to what students have read, these are open-ended format.

What is included:

25 Reading Comprehension Passages

25 KWL Sheets

1 Index Page

Basic Science Topics Included:

1. Acceleration
2. Chemical Reaction
3. Electrical Circuits
4. Electrical Current
5. Electricity
6. Electromagnetic Waves
7. Energy
8. Force
9. Friction
10. Gravity
11. Heat Energy
12. Kinetic Energy
13. Light
14. Liquid
15. Gas
16. Magnetism
17. Matter
18. Motion
19. Newton’s Law
20. Physics
21. Potential Energy
22. Renewable Energy
23. Simple Machines
24. Solid
25. Sound

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Support your students creativity when it comes to writing. This wetland animals research project is a simple way to guide and teach your child or students about animal research in a fun and engaging way.

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This set is part of the HUGE Animal Habitat Research Writing Project Bundle.

What's included + What will you received:

• 16 Animal research worksheets
• 16 Animal research writing papers (students will write and illustrate what they have learn about their research).

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The following wetland animals are included :

1. Alligator
2. Beaver
3. Bobcat
4. Crane
5. Crayfish
6. Dragonfly
7. Duck
8. Frog
9. Heron
10. Mosquito
11. Otter
12. Platypus
13. Snail
14. Snake
15. Trout
16. Turtle

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Support your students creativity when it comes to writing. This desert animals research project is a simple way to guide and teach your child or students about animal research in a fun and engaging way.

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• 20 Animal research worksheets
• 20 Animal research writing papers (students will write and illustrate what they have learn about their research).

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The following desert animals are included :

1. Armadillo 
2. Camel
3. Coral snake
4. Coyote 
5. Elf owl
6. Fennec Fox
7. Gila monster 
8. Golden eagle 
9. Jack rabbit
10. Javelina 
11. Long Eared Bat
12. Meerkat
13. Ostrich
14. Rattlesnake
15. Road runner
16. Scorpion 
17. Sonoran Frog
18. Tarantula
19. Tortoise
20. Vulture 

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Support your students creativity when it comes to writing. This polar animals research project is a simple way to guide and teach your child or students about animal research in a fun and engaging way.

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• 19 Animal research worksheets
• 19 Animal research writing papers (students will write and illustrate what they have learn about their research).

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The following polar animals are included :

1. Arctic fox
2. Arctic hare
3. Arctic skua
4. Arctic wolf
5. Bald eagle
6. Bearded seal
7. Beluga whale
8. Caribou
9. Husky Dog
10. Moose
11. Musk Oxen
12. Narwhale
13. Orca whale
14. Penguin
15. Polar bear
16. Puffin
17. Snowy owl
18. Walrus
19. Woolly bear moth

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Support your students creativity when it comes to writing. This ocean animals research project is a simple way to guide and teach your child or students about animal research in a fun and engaging way.

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• 14 Animal research worksheets
• 14 Animal research writing papers (students will write and illustrate what they have learn about their research).

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The following ocean animals are included :

1. Blue Whale
2. Clam
3. Coral
4. Fish
5. Hammerhead Shark
6. Hermit Crab
7. Leopard Shark
8. Lobster
9. Marlin
10. Sand dollar
11. Sea Turtle
12. Sea Urchin
13. Seal
14. Squid

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Are you looking for a print and go president biography writing assignment? This easy to use research pack will help your student research each president with important facts and write a detailed biography.

Support your student’s creativity when it comes to writing. This is a complete US Presidents research project. It is a simple way to guide and teach your child or students about all The United States Presidents in a fun and engaging way.

✨What is included✨

• 45 President Research Biography Worksheets
• 45 President Research writing papers (students will write and illustrate what they have learned about their research).
• 45 Color Posters with a short excerpt about each president
• 45 B&W Posters with a short excerpt about each president 
• 2 KWL Chart (with and without lines)
• 1 Rubric Page with notes section
• 1 Pick your President Cover
• 1 US Presidents List
• 185 working pages total

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✨Presidents Currently Included✨

1. George Washington
2. John Adams
3. Thomas Jefferson
4. James Madison
5. James Monroe
6. John Quincy Adams
7. Andrew Jackson
8. Martin Van Buren
9. William Henry Harrison
10. John Tyler
11. James K. Polk
12. Zachary Taylor
13. Millard Fillmore
14. Franklin Pierce
15. James Buchanan
16. Abraham Lincoln
17. Andrew Johnson
18. Ulysses S. Grant
19. Rutherford B. Hayes
20. James Garfield
21. Chester A. Arthur
22. Grover Cleveland
23. Benjamin Harrison
24. Grover Cleveland
25. William McKinley
26. Theodore Roosevelt
27. William Howard Taft
28. Woodrow Wilson
29. Warren G. Harding
30. Calvin Coolidge
31. Herbert Hoover
32. Franklin D. Roosevelt
33. Harry S. Truman
34. Dwight D. Eisenhower
35. John F. Kennedy
36. Lyndon B. Johnson
37. Richard M. Nixon
38. Gerald R. Ford
39. James Carter
40. Ronald Reagan
41. George H. W. Bush
42. William J. Clinton
43. George W. Bush
44. Barack Obama
45. Donald Trump
46. Joe Biden

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Support your students creativity when it comes to writing. This grassland animals research project is a simple way to guide and teach your child or students about animal research in a fun and engaging way.

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• 16 Animal research worksheets
• 16 Animal research writing papers (students will write and illustrate what they have learn about their research).

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The following grassland animals are included :

1. Aardvark
2. Baboon
3. Bison
4. Cheetah
5. Dung Beetle
6. Elephant
7. Gazelle
8. Giraffe
9. Hyena
10. Kangaroo
11. Lion
12. Ostrich
13. Prairie Dog
14. Rhino
15. Secretary Bird
16. Zebra

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Support your students creativity when it comes to writing. This rainforest animals research project is a simple way to guide and teach your child or students about animal research in a fun and engaging way.

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• 20 Animal research worksheets
• 20 Animal research writing papers (students will write and illustrate what they have learn about their research).

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The following rainforest animals are included :

1. Anteater
2. Blue Morpho butterfly
3. Capybara
4. Chameleon
5. Chimpanzee
6. Golden poison dart frog
7. Hoatzin Bird
8. Iguana
9. Jaguar
10. Leaf cutter ant
11. Lemur
12. Macaw
13. Okapi
14. Piranha
15. Python
16. Red eyed tree frog
17. Sloth
18. Tapir
19. Tiger
20. Toucan

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Support your students creativity when it comes to writing. This HUGE animal habitat research project is a simple way to guide and teach your child or students about animal research in a fun and engaging way.

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What's included + What will you received:

• 105 Animal research worksheets
• 105 Animal research writing papers (students will write and illustrate what they have learn about their research).
• 210 pages total

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The following animals are included in this bundle:

Desert Habitat:

1. Armadillo 
2. Camel
3. Coral snake
4. Coyote 
5. Elf owl
6. Fennec Fox
7. Gila monster 
8. Golden eagle 
9. Jack rabbit
10. Javelina 
11. Long Eared Bat
12. Meerkat
13. Ostrich
14. Rattlesnake
15. Road runner
16. Scorpion 
17. Sonoran Frog
18. Tarantula
19. Tortoise
20. Vulture 

Ocean Habitat:

1. Blue Whale
2. Clam
3. Coral
4. Fish
5. Hammerhead Shark
6. Hermit Crab
7. Leopard Shark
8. Lobster
9. Marlin
10. Sand dollar
11. Sea Turtle
12. Sea Urchin
13. Seal
14. Squid

Rainforest Habitat:

1. Anteater
2. Blue Morpho butterfly
3. Capybara
4. Chameleon
5. Chimpanzee
6. Golden poison dart frog
7. Hoatzin Bird
8. Iguana
9. Jaguar
10. Leaf cutter ant
11. Lemur
12. Macaw
13. Okapi
14. Piranha
15. Python
16. Red eyed tree frog
17. Sloth
18. Tapir
19. Tiger
20. Toucan

Arctic Habitat:

1. Arctic fox
2. Arctic hare
3. Arctic skua
4. Arctic wolf
5. Bald eagle
6. Bearded seal
7. Beluga whale
8. Caribou
9. Husky Dog
10. Moose
11. Musk Oxen
12. Narwhale
13. Orca whale
14. Penguin
15. Polar bear
16. Puffin
17. Snowy owl
18. Walrus
19. Woolly bear moth

Grassland Habitat:

1. Aardvark
2. Baboon
3. Bison
4. Cheetah
5. Dung Beetle
6. Elephant
7. Gazelle
8. Giraffe
9. Hyena
10. Kangaroo
11. Lion
12. Ostrich
13. Prairie Dog
14. Rhino
15. Secretary Bird
16. Zebra

Wetland Habitat:

1. Alligator
2. Beaver
3. Bobcat
4. Crane
5. Crayfish
6. Dragonfly
7. Duck
8. Frog
9. Heron
10. Mosquito
11. Otter
12. Platypus
13. Snail
14. Snake
15. Trout
16. Turtle

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This animal research packet allows students to research and learn about jaguars. There are several informational pages included in this packet, as well as several animal report options.

What is Included:

• Jaguar informational poster
• What I know, want to know and learned page
• Jaguars can, are, have page
• Jaguar important fact cards
• Jaguar informational reading
• Comprehension questions for the comprehension passage
• Special Adaptation Cards
• Animal Research Recording Page
• Animal Research Flip Book Template
• Research Paper Writing Pages
• Research Poster Board Templates

Orange Shirt Day: Truth and Reconciliation Modified PDF

For English Language Learners or Students with learning differences

Reading, questions, vocabulary. (all modified) Aprox a grade 2 reading level.

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Point of View-Interactive Page

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Predict-Interactive Page

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Unlock the wonders of Canada with the "Discover Canada! Passport and Worksheets about the Provinces and Territories." This engaging 25-page educational resource is designed to guide elementary students through a captivating exploration of Canada's diverse provinces and territories. Each page serves as a passport to a different region, filled with rich illustrations, key facts, and interactive activities that make learning fun and memorable.

What's Included:

• 25 detailed pages, each focused on a specific province or territory, encourage students to 'travel' and learn through structured activities.
• Comprehensive information pages that provide insights into the unique geography, culture, and history of each region.
• Fun-filled quizzes and puzzles that reinforce knowledge and ensure understanding of the material covered.
• High-quality illustrations that bring the landscapes and iconic landmarks of Canada to life, sparking curiosity and engagement.

Educational Benefits:

• Enhances geographic literacy and understanding of Canadian culture.
• Promotes critical thinking and retention through interactive learning.
• Ideal for classroom settings, homeschooling, or supplemental educational activities.

Whether it's for a classroom journey, a homeschool curriculum, or just for fun, the "Discover Canada! Passport and Worksheets about the Provinces and Territories" is your gateway to a comprehensive and enjoyable exploration of all that Canada has to offer. Equip your students with their very own passport and watch as they embark on an educational adventure across this vast country!

Our Animals Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions solve the challenge of engaging students in learning while improving their reading skills. Featuring fascinating topics like Hummingbirds, Bats, Giraffes, and Wild Horses, this resource captivates young minds and enhances comprehension through targeted questions that promote critical thinking and understanding. Ideal for both classroom and home learning!

What is included :

- Passages & Questions

• Hummingbirds.
• Bats.
• Giraffes.
• Wild horses.

- Comprehension question

- Main Idea

- Review

- Answers key

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Our Five Senses Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions solve the problem of making learning about the senses interactive and informative. Covering Touch, Smell, Taste, Sight, Hearing, and figures like Helen Keller, this resource helps students understand how the senses work while boosting their reading comprehension and critical thinking through targeted questions. Perfect for both classroom and home learning!

What is included :

- Passages & Questions

• Touch.
• Smell.
• Taste.
• Sight.
• Hearing.
• Helen keller.

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- Answers key

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Our Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions with Answers Bundle solve the challenge of engaging students across a wide range of topics while improving their reading and critical thinking skills. Covering diverse subjects such as Legends, Fairy Tales, Early Native Americans, Fables and Tall Tales, Poetry, Animals, Oceanography, Space Travel, The Five Senses, and Meteorology, this resource provides captivating content that makes learning fun and effective. Perfect for both classroom instruction and independent study, it promotes comprehension and deeper understanding across multiple subjects.

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Drafted into Duty: The Brutal Reality of Life as a WWI Soldier - Reading Comprehension Worksheet

Immerse your students in the harsh realities of World War I with this comprehensive reading comprehension worksheet. Designed for grades 6-12, this resource delves into the daily routines, challenges, and psychological impact endured by soldiers trapped in the grueling world of trench warfare.

Product Content:

• Vivid Narrative: A captivating and informative passage details the daily lives of soldiers in the trenches, the constant dangers they faced, and the lasting impact of the war.
• Primary Source Analysis: Students grapple with a firsthand account from a soldier, gaining a deeper understanding of the physical and emotional hardships experienced during this conflict.
• Critical Thinking Questions: Multiple-choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions challenge students to analyze the reading, interpret the primary source, and reflect on the human cost of trench warfare.
• Answer Key: A comprehensive answer key provides clear explanations for all questions, ensuring a smooth learning experience.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the daily routines, duties, and challenges faced by soldiers in the trenches of World War I.
• Comprehend the constant dangers and threats soldiers encountered, including disease, vermin, and psychological trauma.
• Evaluate the lasting impact of the war on soldiers' physical and mental well-being, considering the concept of shell shock (PTSD).
• Reflect on the importance of remembering the human cost of war and the experiences of those who served on the frontlines.

Common Core State Standards Addressed:

• RI.6.1, RI.7.1, RI.8.1, RI.9-10.1, RI.11-12.1: Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to draw inferences from the text.
• RI.6.2, RI.7.2, RI.8.2, RI.9-10.2, RI.11-12.2: Determine the central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas.
• RI.6.3, RI.7.3, RI.8.3, RI.9-10.3, RI.11-12.3: Analyze how and why individuals, events, and ideas develop and interact over the course of the text.

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• Ready-to-Use: This no-prep worksheet is a valuable addition to your World War I unit, providing students with a firsthand perspective on the experiences of soldiers in the trenches.
• Engaging and Accessible: The text is written in a clear and engaging style, making it suitable for students of various reading levels.
• Critical Thinking Development: The diverse question formats encourage students to analyze the reading, interpret primary sources, and form their own conclusions about the human cost of war.
• Standards-Aligned: This resource directly addresses key reading comprehension and historical thinking skills outlined in the Common Core State Standards.

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World War I Reading Comprehension Bundle: Dive Deep into the Great War

This comprehensive reading comprehension bundle offers a captivating exploration of World War I, delving into its causes, key players, major battles, the experiences of soldiers, and its lasting impact on the world.
Bundle Overview:

• 27 Engaging Articles: Each article tackles a specific aspect of WWI, providing a clear and informative overview while piquing student interest.
• Varied Topics: From the M.A.I.N. causes and the role of espionage to the Christmas Truce and the rise of aircraft, the bundle covers diverse facets of the war.
• Primary Source Analysis: Students delve into excerpts from historical documents, enhancing critical thinking and understanding.
• Multiple Assessments: Each article comes with multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions, catering to various learning styles.
• Detailed Answer Key: Ensures easy grading and facilitates classroom discussions.

Individual Article Descriptions:

1. WWI: A Quick & Engaging Overview (No Research!): This concise yet informative article provides a fast-paced introduction to the war, outlining the M.A.I.N. causes, key players, major battles, and the war's lasting impact.
2. Spies & Secrets: Espionage in the Great War: Unmask the thrilling world of espionage during WWI, exploring how spies influenced the war's course and the impact of the Espionage Act.
3. Drafted into Duty: Life as a WWI Soldier: Step into the boots of a WWI soldier, experiencing their daily routines, the harsh realities of trench warfare, and the profound psychological impact of the conflict.
4. From Marne to Verdun: Key Battles of WWI: Analyze pivotal battles like Marne, Verdun, Tannenberg, and Somme, understanding their strategic importance and turning points in the war.
5. Harlem Hellfighters: US Enters the Great War: Celebrate the courage and contributions of the Harlem Hellfighters, highlighting their fight against prejudice and their significant role in securing Allied victory.
6. Christmas Truce: Humanity in the Trenches: Discover the heartwarming story of the Christmas Truce, a moment of shared humanity amidst the brutality of war, and its enduring significance.
7. Women in WWI: Beyond the Trenches: Explore the expanded roles women undertook during the war, their contributions beyond traditional spheres, and the lasting societal changes their involvement triggered.
8. Weapons of WWI: From Rifles to Tanks: Witness the evolution of weaponry in WWI, its impact on battle tactics, and the rise of brutal trench warfare.
9. Flying Aces: The Rise of WWI Aircraft: Take flight into the exciting world of air combat, encountering the daring flying aces and the rapid advancements in aircraft technology during the war.
10. M.A.I.N. Causes of World War I Explained: Unravel the interconnected web of Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, and Nationalism (M.A.I.N. causes) that ultimately led to the outbreak of WWI.
11. WWI Alliances: A Web of Entanglement: Navigate the complex network of alliances that drew nations into the war, understanding the domino effect of their commitments and the escalation of tensions.
12. Western Front: Trench Warfare & Stalemate: Descend into the desolate world of the Western Front, experiencing the horrors of trench warfare, the stalemate that unfolded, and key battles that defined this grueling phase of the war.
13. Eastern Front: Battles & Revolutions: Explore the major battles fought on the Eastern Front, the involvement of Russia, and the revolutions that erupted during the war, forever altering the region's political landscape.
14. Verdun: The Longest & Bloodiest Battle: Confront the immense scale and tragic consequences of the Battle of Verdun, understanding its strategic importance, the staggering casualties it inflicted, and its impact on the war's trajectory.
15. First Battle of the Marne: Turning the Tide: Analyze the strategic significance of the First Battle of the Marne, a pivotal moment that halted the German advance and offered a glimmer of hope for the Allied forces.
16. Tannenberg: A Crushing Defeat for Russia: Delve into the details of the Battle of Tannenberg, a devastating blow to Russia that significantly altered the balance of power on the Eastern Front.
17. Battle of the Somme: A Day of Immense Carnage: Confront the horrific realities of the Battle of the Somme, the immense casualties it produced, the use of new technologies, and its stark reflection of the brutality inherent in trench warfare.
18. U.S. Entry into WWI: Shifting the Balance: Understand the factors that led the United States to enter WWI, its impact on the war's trajectory, and the significant contribution of American troops to the Allied victory.
19. Russian Revolution: War & Social Upheaval: Explore the internal factors that led to the Russian Revolution, its connection to the war effort, and the long-term consequences that reshaped the political landscape.
20. End of WWI: Armistice & Aftermath: Witness the events leading to the armistice, the signing of the Treaty of Versailles, and the lasting impact of WWI on the world, including political, social, and economic consequences.
21. The Legacy of WWI: A Changed World: Analyze the long-term ramifications of WWI on the global political landscape, social structures, economic conditions, and the rise of new powers in the wake of this transformative conflict.
22. The Assassination that Ignited a World War: Archduke Franz Ferdinand's Death: Explain the chain of events leading up to the assassination, the role of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and Gavrilo Princip, and the immediate consequences that set the stage for WWI.
23. Trenches of Terror: A Look at World War I Trench Warfare: Describe the harsh realities of trench warfare, including living conditions, daily routines, constant danger, and the psychological impact on soldiers.
24. Zimmermann Telegram: A Secret Message that Pushed America into WWI: Explain the content of the telegram, Germany's attempt to draw the US into the war against Britain, and the impact it had on American public opinion.
25. The Sinking of the Lusitania: A Catalyst for US Entry into WWI: Describe the sinking of the Lusitania, the loss of American lives, and the outrage that fueled calls for US intervention in the war.
26. Wilson's 14 Points: A Vision for a Post-WWI World: Explain the key principles outlined in Wilson's 14 Points, including self-determination, collective security, and the League of Nations, and their impact on the postwar world.
27. Espionage Act of 1917: Review the Espionage Act of 1917, its restrictions on free speech during World War I, and its lasting impact on the balance between national security and civil liberties in times of war.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the complex web of factors that led to the outbreak of WWI.
• Understand the key players involved in the war and their motivations.
• Gain insight into the experiences of soldiers on the battlefield and the societal impact of the war.
• Explore the major battles and turning points that shaped the course of the conflict.
• Examine the lasting consequences of WWI on the global political landscape, social structures, and economic conditions.

Common Core State Standards:
This resource addresses the following Common Core State Standards (CCSS):

• Reading Informational Text: Students can read and comprehend complex informational text.

• Key Ideas and Details: Students can identify key supporting details and make inferences from the text.

• Cause and Effect: Students can analyze the relationship between cause and effect.

• Integration of Knowledge and Ideas: Students can integrate their understanding of historical events with broader social and political concepts.

Why You Should Buys:

• Comprehensive Coverage: This bundle provides a well-rounded understanding of WWI, making it ideal for classroom units or individual research projects.
• Differentiated Instruction: The variety of articles and assessments cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Ready-to-Use: Downloadable worksheets and answer keys are immediately implementable, saving you valuable planning time.
• Standards-Aligned: Addresses key Common Core State Standards in Reading Informational Text.
• Primary Source: The inclusion of primary source analysis activities encourages critical thinking and historical analysis skills.
• Multi Use: This resource is a valuable asset for bringing WWI history to life in your classroom, fostering student engagement and a deeper understanding of this pivotal event.

By utilizing this comprehensive reading comprehension bundle, you can equip your students with a thorough and engaging exploration of World War I, its causes, key events, and lasting impact on the world.

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* A Reading Passage that explains our Skeletal System

* A Multiple Choice Quiz for the reading passage

* Answer Key for the Multiple Choice Quiz

* Instructions for preparing and playing the Match Game

* A Study Guide for take-home practice

* An In-Class Vocabulary Quiz for reinforcement

* Answer Key for the Vocabulary Quiz

* A Suggested List of follow-up activities and games to reinforce this vocabulary