Description
Overview
Bring science to life with this engaging nonfiction reading set for Grades 3–5!
Each passage in the Everyday Science series blends real-world Earth Science topics with literacy practice, helping students strengthen comprehension, reasoning, and vocabulary in meaningful ways.
Perfect for teachers who want to connect reading and science seamlessly in one ready-to-use printable resource.
What’s Included:
• 5 informational science reading passages (approx. 250–300 words each)
• 5 multiple-choice questions per passage
• 2 short answer / evidence-based questions per passage
• Complete answer keys for all questions
• Printable PDF format – ready for classroom or homeschool use
Episode Titles & Summaries:
EP1 – “The Hidden Volcano”: Discover how unseen volcanoes form under the ocean.
EP2 – “Shaking Ground”: Learn how earthquakes change Earth’s surface.
EP3 – “Rain from the Sky”: Explore the science behind weather patterns.
EP4 – “The Power of the Sun”: Understand how sunlight drives life on Earth.
EP5 – “Our Precious Resources”: Read about how people use and protect natural materials.
Who It’s For
Designed for Grades 3–5 classrooms, homeschool educators, and reading specialists who want to integrate science comprehension and critical thinking into daily lessons.
Skills Targeted:
• Identifying main ideas and key details
• Making inferences with text evidence
• Understanding nonfiction text structure
• Applying reading comprehension to real-world science
• Expanding academic vocabulary
Standards Alignment:
CCSS RI.4.1 – Refer to details and examples when explaining key ideas.
CCSS RI.4.2 – Determine main ideas and supporting details.
CCSS RI.4.3 – Explain scientific concepts and events in informational texts.
Why Teachers Love It
Teachers love how each passage captures curiosity while reinforcing key reading strategies. The topics are relevant, engaging, and adaptable for small groups, whole-class reading, or test preparation.
How It Helps:
• Strengthens both literacy and science understanding
• Encourages evidence-based thinking
• Builds reading stamina through meaningful nonfiction
• Provides ready-to-use lessons aligned to standards
Content Advisory:
Suitable for Grades 3–5. Content focuses on natural science and environmental awareness — no sensitive or controversial material.
Preview Disclaimer:
The preview shows the full worksheet set with watermarks.
The purchased version includes print-ready pages without watermarks and all answer keys.
Looking for More?
Explore the full Everyday Science series for more engaging nonfiction topics in Grades 4–6, including Life Science and Environmental Science editions.
Closing Paragraph:
Help your students read, think, and wonder about the world around them with Everyday Science Reading Passages — where literacy meets discovery.
Created by BIG Smart Study.
