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Science Differentiated Passages Bundle

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    Description

    Science Differentiated Passages Bundle

    Printable + Digital Paperless Versions Included

    With this resource, students will learn about all things science from life science to physical science to earth science by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 109 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 545 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can respond to these questions after reading. This CCSS-aligned resource is research-based, differentiated to meet the needs of varying ability levels, rigorous, and written to engage. All passages and question sets included in this resource can be printed or shared digitally with students.

    Why should I invest in a bundle?

    1. This bundle offers you a 30% discount from buying each passage set individually.

    2. This bundle "grows" each time a new passage set is added to my shop that covers science material. If you purchase now, you'll get all of the passages listed below PLUS any future passages added to my shop that cover science material.

    What is included in this bundle?

    • 109 engaging reading passages - see specific set topics below

    - 5 differentiated reading levels for each passage

    - CCSS-aligned question set + answer key for each passage [RI.1, RI.2, RI.3, RI.4, RI.5, RI.8]

    • Access to a Google drive folder containing a digital version of each passage and question set

    • 3-day lesson plan for use of passages within guided reading groups

    • Teacher's guide to using passages for homework and classwork

    • Student's guide to close reading

    How can I access the digital paperless version?

    Within the PDF file for each individual passage set included in the bundle, you will find a link to a Google Drive folder containing all reading passages, question sets, and answer keys. Directions for sharing the digital student response sheets with your students are included in the Google Drive folder.

    How can I use this resource?

    • To teach new information and supplement / enhance the textbook

    • During science instruction, for close reading, and in guided reading groups

    • For homework, classwork, morning work, center rotations, and research projects

    • For assessment, unit review, and test prep

    How will this resource help me?

    • Easily and instantly differentiate your instruction

    • Share the same rich information with every reader on every level in your class

    • Integrate science and reading by practicing reading skills while learning about science content

    • Fit everything into your busy schedule through integration

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    *Click on the links below to see a full description of the sets, including the specific topics covered by each.*

    PHYSICAL SCIENCE Differentiated Passage Sets Included:

    → Matter and Energy Passage Set

    → Electricity and Magnetism Passage Set

    → Mixtures and Solutions Passage Set

    → Simple Machines Passage Set

    → Forces and Motion Passage Set

    → Light and Sound Passage Set

    LIFE SCIENCE Differentiated Passage Sets Included:

    → Living Things: Plants Passage Set

    → Living Things: Animals Passage Set

    → Human Body Systems Passage Set

    → Cells Passage Set

    EARTH SCIENCE Differentiated Passage Sets Included:

    → Solar System Passage Set

    → Rocks and Minerals Passage Set

    → Environmental Change Passage Set

    → Biomes and Habitats Passage Set

    → Landforms Passage Set

    → Ecosystems Passage Set

    → Weather and Water Cycle Passage Set

    Additional Differentiated Passage Set Included:

    → All About Science Passage Set

    Want more differentiated science passages?

    • High-Interest Science Differentiated Passages for the Year

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    Differentiated Reading Levels Included:

    Each passage is included on multiple levels. [Learn more about the levels here!]

    Passage levels are discretely labeled with a shape code.

    LEVEL ONE → 3rd Grade Reading Level

    [Also fitting for Above Grade Level 2nd Grader, Below Grade Level 4th Grader]

    LEVEL TWO → 4th Grade Reading Level

    [Also fitting for Above Grade Level 3rd Grader, Below Grade Level 5th Grader]

    LEVEL THREE → 5th Grade Reading Level

    [Also fitting for Above Grade Level 4th Grader, Below Grade Level 6th & 7th Graders]

    LEVEL FOUR → 6th & 7th Grade Reading Level

    [Also fitting for Above Grade Level 5th Grader, Below Grade Level 8th Grader]

    LEVEL FIVE → 8th Grade Reading Level

    [Also fitting for Above Grade Level 6th and 7th Graders, Below Grade Level 9th Grader]

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    FIRST TIME BUYER? Or want to know more about the levels?

    Take a look at the FREE Differentiated Passage Snapshot to find out more about what is included, how the passages are organized, how the levels are differentiated, and determine if the levels are a good fit for your students.

    Are you interested in purchasing a larger bundle of related passages?

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    • Save $$ by Purchasing the Lifetime Unlimited Subscription to All Passages

    Do you want to try a free sample from this passage? Or check out other free passage sets?

    Download the preview file. Or click here to see all passage sets you can try out for free!

    Do you have a question?

    Please ask any and all questions before purchasing by emailing me at teachingisthesweetest@gmail.com.

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    to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
    Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.
    Determine the main idea of a text; recount the key details and explain how they support the main idea.
    Describe the relationship between a series of historical events, scientific ideas or concepts, or steps in technical procedures in a text, using language that pertains to time, sequence, and cause/effect.
    Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 3 topic or subject area.
    Use text features and search tools (e.g., key words, sidebars, hyperlinks) to locate information relevant to a given topic efficiently.

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