Comprehending Informational Text
Reading comprehension is an important skill! Help your student learn more from reading informational and non-fiction texts with these simple exercises and activities.
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A Brief History of Bubble Gum
Ever wondered how bubble gum got its start? Give your child practice reading a time line with this worksheet all about the humble beginnings of bubble gum.
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Historical Heroes: Abraham Lincoln
Learn about one of our nation's historical heroes with this social studies worksheet featuring Abraham Lincoln.
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A Brief History of the Hula Hoop
Did you know hoops were used by the ancient Greeks? Learn more with this worksheet that offers a glimpse into the history and evolution of the modern hula hoop.
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Rosa Parks: Historical Heroes
Children learn about the life and legacy of civil rights activist Rosa Parks in this history worksheet.
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Women in History: Sacagawea
Explore history with famous female navigator Sacagawea. Sacagawea was a Native American woman who helped Lewis and Clark find their way across the west.
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Historical Heroes: Frederick Douglass
Children learn the inspiring life story of historical hero Frederick Douglass, who rose from slavery to become a preeminent leader of the abolitionist movement, in this worksheet.
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Celia Cruz: Historical Heroes
If your child loves singing but isn't so hot on studying history, help her get started studying with this worksheet about singer Celia Cruz.
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W.E.B. DuBois: Historical Heroes
Introduce second and third graders to W.E.B. Du Bois, writer, sociologist, and civil rights advocate, with this nonfiction comprehension worksheet.
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Historical Heroes: Jesse Owens
In this historical heroes worksheet, second and third graders read a short passage about Owens' life and legacy, then answer the comprehension questions to help determine their understanding.
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Historical Heroes: Maya Angelou
Children are introduced to author, activist, and poet Maya Angelou in this historial heroes worksheet.
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Historical Heroes: John Adams
On this fun social studies worksheet, kids read about some of the things John Adams accomplished, then test their knowledge with a fun unscrambling activity.
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