Properties of Matter Reading Comprehension Passages & Activities | 5th Grade Science NGSS | Print Ready

## Short Description (1–2 sentences)

Teach reading and science at the same time! This no-prep 30-page unit pairs five original Properties of Matter passages (4 nonfiction + 1 fiction) with 15 reading-skill activities, 5 quizzes, and complete answer keys — all aligned to 5th Grade NGSS.

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## Full Description

**Bring science into your reading block — with zero prep!**

If you’re a 5th grade teacher looking to integrate science standards into your reading lessons, this **Properties of Matter reading comprehension unit** was made for you. Every passage is original and kid-friendly, every activity targets a tested reading skill, and every quiz comes with an answer key. Just print and go!

**WHAT’S INSIDE (30 pages):**
– ✅ 5 original science passages — 4 nonfiction + 1 engaging fiction story
– *What Is Matter?* (nonfiction)
– *Mixtures and Solutions* (nonfiction)
– *Physical and Chemical Changes* (nonfiction)
– *The Disappearing Snowman* (fiction)
– *Matter on the Move: The Water Cycle* (nonfiction)
– ✅ 15 reading activities with graphic organizers
– ✅ 5 multiple-choice comprehension quizzes (one per passage)
– ✅ Complete answer keys for easy grading
– ✅ Table of contents and numbered pages
– ✅ Print-ready 8.5″ x 11″ PDF format

**READING SKILLS COVERED:**
Text Evidence • Main Idea • Cause and Effect • Summarizing • Making Inferences • Asking and Answering Questions • Character Analysis • Point of View • Context Clues • Text Features • Compare and Contrast • Fact and Opinion • Sequencing • Vocabulary • Opinion Writing

**SCIENCE TOPICS COVERED (5th Grade NGSS — Structure and Properties of Matter, 5-PS1):**
– Matter, mass, and particles too small to see
– Observable and measurable properties of matter
– States of matter: solid, liquid, and gas
– Mixtures and solutions
– Physical vs. chemical changes
– Conservation of matter
– The water cycle and changes of state

**PERFECT FOR:**
– Guided reading groups
– Whole-class reading lessons
– Independent practice & literacy centers
– Science block cross-curricular reading
– Sub plans and homework
– Test prep

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## Grade Levels

**Best fit: Grade 5** (also suitable for advanced Grade 4 readers and Grade 6 review)

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