Discover Ocean Animals – 10 Informational Reading Passages with Activities (Grade 3)
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Discover Ocean Animals – 10 Informational Reading Passages with Activities (Grade 3)

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Description

Take your students on an underwater learning adventure.
This printable resource set includes 10 engaging nonfiction reading passages about fascinating ocean animals. Each passage is written specifically for Grade 3 readers and is designed to build comprehension skills while introducing scientific concepts in a fun and accessible way.

Whether you’re teaching in a classroom or supporting learning at home, these ready-to-use materials make it easy to combine reading and science in one meaningful activity.

Inside This Resource:

  • 10 engaging nonfiction passages (180–250 words each)

  • 5 multiple-choice questions per passage

  • 1 short-answer writing prompt per passage

  • 1 drawing and writing creative response activity

  • Answer keys for all questions

  • Illustration prompts (Line Art + Flat Color style) suitable for classroom worksheets

What Students Will Learn:
Students will explore the behaviors, adaptations, and roles of different marine animals through accessible, content-rich texts. Each passage focuses on unique science themes like camouflage, communication, food chains, and life cycles—all while practicing reading comprehension and vocabulary in context.

Topics Covered:

  1. Octopuses and Their Clever Tricks

  2. Sharks: More Than Just Teeth

  3. Sea Turtles on the Move

  4. Dolphins Work as a Team

  5. Coral Reefs: Homes Under the Sea

  6. Jellyfish: Floating Without a Brain

  7. Seahorses and Their Strange Lives

  8. Crabs and Their Crabby Shells

  9. Starfish and Regeneration

  10. Sea Otters: Nature’s Tool Users

Perfect For:

  • Grade 3 ELA and science integration

  • Literacy centers and reading comprehension practice

  • Homework, tutoring, or enrichment

  • Teachers, homeschoolers, and curriculum creators

Educational Standards:
This resource supports Common Core ELA standards for informational text (RI.3.1, RI.3.2, RI.3.4) and integrates seamlessly with NGSS-aligned science themes.

Conclusion:
These ocean-themed reading passages offer more than just facts—they inspire curiosity, support literacy growth, and make science approachable for Grade 3 learners. With a balance of reading, writing, and creative expression, this resource is a valuable addition to any educator’s toolkit.
Make learning about the ocean a fun and thoughtful experience—download now and dive into discovery.

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