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Grade 3 nonfiction reading passage about Environments. Eco Warriors theme. 6 comprehension questions covering main idea, inference, vocabulary, text evidence and more. Answer key included (NGSS.3-LS4-3).
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Before reading, display images of a forest, wetland, and desert side by side — students can predict which environment Zoe will visit next, building anticipation and activating prior knowledge for each paragraph.
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What does the passage say about why plants need the forest?
What does the word environment mean in this passage?
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Zoe joined the Eco-Warriors club to study local environments. First, she visited a forest. Trees grew tall and blocked the sun. Smaller plants lived in the shade below. Each plant needed that exact spot to survive. Next, Zoe explored a muddy wetland. Soft, wet soil held lots of water. Frogs, fish, a...
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About this Grade 3 Reading Comprehension Passage
This printable reading comprehension passage is designed for Grade 3 students. The Eco Warriors theme makes reading engaging while students build essential comprehension skills. Six questions cover a range of reading strategies including main idea, text evidence, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and author's purpose (NGSS.3-LS4-3).