Description
Help your students strengthen reading comprehension through real-world cause and effect. This printable resource includes 10 engaging, school-themed fiction passages that reflect everyday situations students encounter—from forgotten homework and messy lunches to broken clocks and fire drill mix-ups.
Each worksheet is designed to target critical thinking and CCSS-aligned comprehension skills, specifically focused on identifying causes and effects in narrative contexts.
Perfect for classroom reading blocks, homework, small groups, and test prep for Grades 4–5.
What’s Included:
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10 short fiction passages (250–270 words each)
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3 multiple-choice questions per passage (balanced and non-obvious)
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2 written response questions to promote reflection and reasoning
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1 creative extension activity with vocabulary focus and discussion prompt
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Full-color 3:5 illustration for each story
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Answer keys with detailed explanations and Common Core alignment
Titles in This Set:
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The Forgotten Homework – A missed assignment leads to teamwork
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Rainy Recess – A canceled break sparks indoor creativity
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The Loud Locker – One noise draws unexpected attention
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Pencil Panic – A broken pencil sets off chain events
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Fire Drill Mix-Up – A mistimed drill disrupts the day
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The Glitter Spill – Art class chaos begins with one accident
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Late to Line Up – One delay holds up the entire class
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The Open Milk Carton – A small spill becomes a sticky mess
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Lost and Found – A missing shoe uncovers a hidden issue
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The Broken Clock – Wrong time creates a classroom mix-up
Academic Benefits:
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Reinforces cause-and-effect comprehension
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Encourages students to think critically about actions and consequences
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Builds written reasoning skills
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Supports Common Core Standards RI.4.3 and RI.5.3
File Type:
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PDF
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Ready to print or use digitally
Ideal for teachers, homeschoolers, and tutors looking for skill-building worksheets that connect directly to students’ everyday classroom experiences.
