The science reading comprehension worksheet bundle is a great resource to have on hand for all classroom teachers to add to lesson plans, use for sub lessons, homework assignments or as early finisher activities. Science reading worksheets are a perfect addition to your teaching toolbox as they will develop students' reading comprehension skills and their ability to think critically about real-world issues.

Science literacy and reading comprehension is very important to include into our science curriculum in order to ensure our students become globally aware citizens. To be able to read science-related texts on diverse topics, and draw meaning and understanding from them is an essential skill that students should develop throughout their schooling years. This skill will have a significant impact on students ability to be globally aware citizens.

Science reading comprehension passages contain an informational text (nonfiction article) and a series of text-based comprehension questions as well as some more critical thinking comprehension discussion questions.

What is included in the science reading comprehension worksheet bundle?

• Short passages in an article style (non-fiction text) at three differentiated reading levels (grade 7, grade 8 and grade 9 reading level)
• Series of differentiated comprehension and critical thinking question sheets related to the passage.
• Print and digital (google slides) versions included.
• Teacher answer key.

Why use the science reading comprehension worksheet bundle?

• Low prep! Just print and go or use the digital resource activity in Google slides.
• Comes with three different levels of reading passage and questions.
• Helps develop student critical thinking skills
• Perfect to have on hand for when you have to leave an emergency sub lesson.
• Can be used in a wide range of teaching environments including the traditional classroom, independent work, distance learning, online learning, homework or for an earth science sub plan lesson.
• Can be used for a wide range of subjects including earth day, earth sciences, general science, geography, marine biology etc
• Teacher answer key is included.

Format: printable student worksheet in a pdf file. Digital student worksheet in Google Slides.

These reading passages allow students to delve into the wonders of our world and the devastating effects human activity can have. Understanding human impact on our world is crucial for students for several reasons:

1. Environmental Awareness: Learning about these topics fosters environmental awareness and a sense of responsibility for the planet. Students can understand the impact of their actions and human activity (such as pollution and over fishing) on the environment and make informed decisions.
2. Critical Thinking: Studying real world situations through articles fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students can analyze complex environmental issues, evaluate evidence, and propose solutions.
3. Future Preparedness: There are a number of pressing issues with significant implications for the future of the earth. By understanding the causes and effects, students can be better prepared to adapt to and mitigate its impacts for future generations.
4. Informed Citizenship: Knowledge empowers students to become informed citizens who can participate in discussions and decision-making processes.
5. Career Opportunities: A strong understanding of these topics and the human impact on the earth can open up career opportunities in fields that promote environmental stewardship such as environmental science, marine science etc.
6. Personal Impact: Students can consider ways to take personal action to reduce their own impacts on our natural environments. This type of lesson is great to pull at student's heart strings by showing them how we can negatively impact the world.

Science reading comprehension worksheet bundle topics:

• coral bleaching
• plastic pollution
• global warming

Developing student skills in science-related reading comprehension is the job of every teacher. Using science articles for reading comprehension is the perfect reinforcement of these skills while helping students develop in their scientific knowledge and understanding.

Empower young readers in the science of reading and equip them for life.