Grade 5 Weather and Climate Reading Comprehension Curriculum Resources
Explore reading comprehension in Weather and Climate with our Weather and Climate Reading Comprehension curriculum resources designed for young learners. Covering environmental topics, these resources provide a comprehensive approach to understanding and interpreting texts about Weather and Climate in an engaging and accessible format, improving overall reading proficiency and environmental awareness.
The Great Barrier Reef and Climate
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Describing Weather
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How Heat Domes Form
A heat dome is an extreme weather event where high pressure traps hot air in an area, causing temper...
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Staying Safe During Heat Domes
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Air Temperature: A Key Weather Variable
Air temperature measures how hot or cold the air is and is caused by the kinetic energy of air molec...
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Humidity: A Key Weather Variable
Humidity measures the amount of water vapor in the air and is caused by evaporation. It is measured ...
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Relative Humidity: A Key Weather Variable
Relative humidity measures how much water vapor is in the air compared to the maximum it can hold. I...
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Air Pressure: A Key Weather Variable
Air pressure is the force exerted by air molecules and is measured using barometers in units like mi...
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Wind: A Key Weather Variable
Wind is the movement of air caused by differences in air pressure. It is measured using anemometers ...
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Describing Weather
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The Great Barrier Reef and Climate
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Relative Humidity: A Key Weather Variable
Relative humidity measures how much water vapor is in the air compared to the maximum it can hold. I...
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Humidity: A Key Weather Variable
Humidity measures the amount of water vapor in the air and is caused by evaporation. It is measured ...
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Wind: A Key Weather Variable
Wind is the movement of air caused by differences in air pressure. It is measured using anemometers ...
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Air Pressure: A Key Weather Variable
Air pressure is the force exerted by air molecules and is measured using barometers in units like mi...
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Air Temperature: A Key Weather Variable
Air temperature measures how hot or cold the air is and is caused by the kinetic energy of air molec...
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Staying Safe During Heat Domes
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How Heat Domes Form
A heat dome is an extreme weather event where high pressure traps hot air in an area, causing temper...
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How is Climate Different from Weather?
This passage distinguishes climate from weather for young readers. It defines climate as the usual w...
Natural Disasters and Urban flooding
This reading comprehension worksheet focuses on the topic of natural disasters, specifically urban f...
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Ms. Chen’s Class Tracks the Weather
This passage supports ESS2.D learning by showing how students can track and measure weather conditio...
The Foggy Morning Mystery
This intriguing story follows Emma and May as they venture into a fog-covered world. Emma explains t...
Emma's Kite Day
This engaging story captures the thrill of kite-flying on a windy day. Sisters Emma and May head to ...
Desert Storms
This passage explores how different regions face specific weather challenges and how communities use...
The Weather Station
This passage explores how different weather measurement tools form a complete system. Students learn...
Weather Warning
This passage demonstrates how weather scientists help communities prepare for severe weather. Studen...
Weather Tools Help
This passage demonstrates how weather monitoring technology helps protect communities. Students lear...
Main causes of a heat dome?
Heat domes are caused by specific atmospheric patterns, primarily involving high-pressure systems. T...
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What is Weather?
This passage explains weather to children, describing it as the current outdoor conditions. It cover...
Is Earth’s Climate Changing?
The passage 'Is Earth’s Climate Changing?' explores how scientists study Earth's climate through glo...
Climate Change and the Great Barrier Reef
This passage explores the profound impact of climate change on the Great Barrier Reef. It details ho...
What does 'global warming' mean?
This passage explains global warming to children by comparing it to Earth having a fever. It describ...
All about shells—Informational Text
This informational text on mollusks will teach your students all about these awesome animals! Free r...
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My Book
This worksheet will help your class to understand the elements of a book cover. Students will decora...
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Reading Comprehension: The Grand Canyon
This informational text on the Grand Canyon will teach your students all about this incredible wonde...
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Pollination: A Crucial Ecosystem Service
Explore the vital role of pollination beyond plant reproduction, as it sustains ecosystems by ensuri...
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The Role of Pollinators in Nature
Learn about the fascinating world of pollinators and discover their crucial role in the reproductive...
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Secrets of Seed Dispersal: How Plants Travel
Plants may seem stationary, but their seeds have amazing ways to travel! Explore the fascinating wor...
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Coral: Ocean's Living Treasure
Coral, a fascinating marine animal, captivates young minds with its rock-like appearance and vibrant...
Starfish and Their Babies
Starfish, or sea stars, exhibit diverse and fascinating reproductive strategies that ensure the cont...
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Sports: Simone Biles
Simone Biles has won 32 Olympic and World Championship medals and is known for her incredible skill,...
Sports: Serena Williams
Serena Williams is not only a tennis champion with 23 Grand Slam titles but also an advocate for wom...
Heroes for Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer
Fannie Lou Hamer overcame racial segregation and poverty to become a powerful voice for civil rights...
Heroes for Freedom: Mahatma Gandhi,
Mahatma Gandhi led India to independence through non-violent resistance. His peaceful protests, like...
Heroes for Freedom: Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela's struggle against apartheid made him a global symbol for peace and equality. After s...
Heroes for Freedom: Cesar Chavez
Cesar Chavez fought for farm workers' rights, co-founding the United Farm Workers (UFW) and leading ...
Heroes for Freedom: Martin Luther King Jr
Martin Luther King Jr. was a key leader in the civil rights movement, advocating for equality throug...
Sports: Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi, known for his unparalleled dribbling and passing, has broken records, won multiple FIF...
Sports: Usain Bolt
Usain Bolt, known as the 'Lightning Bolt,' won eight Olympic gold medals and set world records, insp...
Sports: LeBron James
LeBron James is known for his exceptional basketball skills and his philanthropic efforts, including...
Heroes for Freedom: Thurgood Marshall
Thurgood Marshall's legal career helped end racial segregation in schools and secured civil rights p...
Heroes for Freedom: Susan B. Anthony
Susan B. Anthony was a key figure in the women's rights movement, tirelessly campaigning for women's...
Heroes for Freedom: Malala Yousafzai
Malala Yousafzai's advocacy for girls' education led her to become a global symbol of courage. Despi...
Heroes for Freedom: Harriet Tubman
Harriet Tubman, born into slavery, became a hero who risked her life to lead others to freedom throu...
Coral Colors and Shapes
This passage introduces first-graders to the captivating world of coral colors and shapes. It descri...
Animals that Live in Coral Reefs
This passage paints a vivid picture of coral reefs as bustling underwater cities teeming with life. ...
Human Factors Affecting Climate
This science worksheet is designed to help students understand the significant impact of human facto...
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Understanding the Greenhouse Effect
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Hummingbirds—Reading Fluency
This informational text on hummingbirds with comprehension questions is a great way to practice read...
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