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How much astronomy can you study with the naked eye? Learn more about the ways scientists explore the galaxy with a short reading passage and set of short-answer questions.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Have learners complete the reading activity as homework or when reviewing reading comprehension strategies
- Incorporate into a test preparation session
- Use alongside a science lesson about space science and the atmosphere
Classroom Considerations
- Reading questions require short answers, and some of them may be too interpretive for struggling readers
- Does not include an answer key
- Language of the passage may be too elevated for English learners
Pros
- Straightforward reading activity is versatile for multiple uses in the classroom
- Two-page format makes the resource easy to copy and distribute
Cons
- None