Description
Take your students on a journey through time with this engaging set of reading comprehension worksheets inspired by the iconic Route 66. Designed for Grades 6–8, each passage blends historical insight with fictional storytelling, offering a powerful exploration of U.S. history and geography.
Product Features:
– 10 fiction-based passages rooted in real historical themes (~270 words each)
– Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS RI.6.1–RI.6.6)
– 3 balanced multiple choice questions per passage
– 2 written response questions
– 1 creative extension task (discussion, vocabulary, or writing)
– High-quality PNG illustrations (no text) for each episode
– Printable and digital-ready format (PDF + image assets)
– Answer key with explanations and CCSS codes
Titles and Themes Included:
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The Road Begins in Chicago – A Depression-era family memory
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Murals of Pontiac – Public art as historical storytelling
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The Dust Bowl Detour – Nature, migration, and resilience
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Tulsa’s Blues and Jazz – Black culture and forgotten music streets
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Cadillac Ranch Mystery – Art as protest in the Texas plains
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Trading Post Tales – Native life, trade, and community memory
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Painted Desert, Hidden History – Geology as a storyteller
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Camp of Change – Internment and injustice during WWII
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The Wigwam Stop – Cultural symbols and respect
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The Santa Monica Ending – Connecting personal travel to national history
Perfect For:
– ELA and Social Studies crossover lessons
– U.S. history and cultural exploration
– Independent reading and critical thinking practice
– Teachers seeking meaningful fiction aligned with real-world learning
Grade Level: 6–8
Subjects: English Language Arts, U.S. History, Geography
Standards: CCSS RI.6.1–RI.6.6
Format: PDF + PNG
License: For use in a single classroom or homeschool setting
