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Mass, Weight and Gravity - Science Reading Passage Set (2 levels)

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This middle school text is a fun read that helps students break the common misconceptions associated with the difference between mass and weight. At a two levels (approaching & on grade and at 750+words) it is perfect for a close read to

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General Science, Informational Text, Close Reading

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, Homeschool, Staff

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Florida Fifth Grade Science Assessments

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Created by our resident Ph.D, these assessments items are aligned specifically to Florida's NGSSS. The bundle contains all of the over 70 items, bundled as units. Great for summative or as a formative assessment. Save over 6 dollars by buying this

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Florida-Aligned Daily Review Questions Bundle

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This bundle of our Florida specific M/C questions is extremely versatile with over 150 questions. Many of our teacher friends prefer to use them as a daily review of previously covered materials (hence the name), but the choice is yours. However you

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5^th

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Instincts and Learned Behaviors (820L) - Science Reading Passage

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My co-author and friend Ali was determined that we write this piece as it has a special place in her heart. Students will discover learned and innate behavorial traits in this interesting text about dogs. BTW - The cover displays Doc's dog, Curie.

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Science, Informational Text, Close Reading

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Florida Fourth Grade Science Assessments

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Created by our resident Ph.D, these assessments items are aligned specifically to Florida's NGSSS. The bundle contains all of the over 160 items, bundled as a unit. Great for summative or as a formative assessment. Save over 6 dollars by buying this

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Florida Grade 6 Assessment Items

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Created by our resident Ph.D, these assessments items are aligned specifically to Florida's NGSSS. The bundle contains all of the over 210 items, bundled as units. Great for summative or as a formative assessment. Save over $14 dollars by buying

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Climate Zones (2 Levels) - Informational Text - SC.5.E.7.5 & SC.5.E.7.6

By Candlelight Science

Check out this great article. It comes with 2 levels (On grade and approaching) to support the reading needs of all your students. Use this for a close read and satisfy your principals Reading in the Content request. Your reading coach will be

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Science, Informational Text, Close Reading

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

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Printables, Centers

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Life on the Farm - Animals Have Needs- Science Leveled Reading Passage Set

By Candlelight Science

This Lexiled set of readers (320, 360, & 380L) covers the topic of the basic needs of plants and animals. The set comes complete with Common Core-style questions so you can integrate science into your reading block.Covers Standard: SC.1.L.17.1

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General Science, Informational Text, Close Reading

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1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, Homeschool, Staff

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Florida Kindergarten Science Assessments

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Created by our resident Ph.D, these assessments items are aligned specifically to Florida's NGSSS. The bundle contains all of the over 70 individual assessment items, bundled as a unit. Great for summative or as a formative assessment. Save over 4

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Kindergarten

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Our Sun - Science Leveled Reading Passage Set

By Candlelight Science

This item is a set of leveled readers that covers the first grade content about the Sun, it's benefits and harmful effects. A great reader with lots of text support from beautiful pictures. The set comes complete with Common Core style questions

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Science, Informational Text, Close Reading

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1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, Homeschool

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Centers

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Florida Third Grade Science Assessments

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Created by our resident Ph.D, these assessments items are aligned specifically to Florida's NGSSS. The bundle contains all of the over 130 items, bundled as a unit. Great for summative or as a formative assessment. Save over 6 dollars by buying this

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Science

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3^rd

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Why is the Ocean Salty? - Science Reading Passage Set (2 Levels)

By Candlelight Science

One of Doc's all-time favorites as it was inspired by conversations with students. As the title indicates, this piece of complex text (2 levels; on grade and approaching with over 831 words) explains why the ocean is salty by connecting weathering

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Science, Informational Text, Close Reading

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool, Staff

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Florida Second Grade Science Assessments

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Changes Over Time - Fast and Slow - Science Informational Text - SC.1.E.6.3

By Candlelight Science

Written specifically to help your young science increase their understandings of fast and slow changes on Earth's surface. Comes with 2 levels (approaching and on grade, 800+ words) to accommodate the needs of your young readers. Also has 5 reading

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Reading, Science, Close Reading

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1^st, 2^nd

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Stars in the Sky - Science Informational Text - 2 Levels - SC.1.E.5.1

By Candlelight Science

An easy to follow reader that describes the role and appearance of stars (Sun and stars) in the night sky. Has two levels to accommodate your young readers. Comes complete with 5 reading comprehension questions. Supports standards: SC.1.E.5.1

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Reading, Science, Close Reading

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1^st

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$2.00

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Phases of the Moon (730L) - Science Reading Passage

By Candlelight Science

This 600 word passage describes our past and current knowledge about the patterns we observe in the night sky. This would be great for a reading or science center. Supports the following standards:SC.4.E.5.2 Describe the changes in the observable

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Science, Informational Text, Close Reading

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

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Deforestation - Science Informational Text - 2 Levels

By Candlelight Science

This piece of complex text (1000 words and 2 reading levels) packs it all in. It covers photosynthesis, where the mass of a tree really comes from, and how this is all connected with climate change, all inside a fun little story. Science teachers,

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Environment, Informational Text, Close Reading

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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What On Earth - Science Informational Text Leveled Reading Passage Set

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Your reading coach will be impressed when they see this Lexiled leveled reader (410L, 380L, 330L) article written to meet the grade band text complexity requirements for Common Core. Covers Standards:SC.1.E.6.1 Recognize that water, rocks, soil, and

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Science, Informational Text, Close Reading

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1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, Homeschool

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Printables, Centers

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Sky Patterns and the Seasons Reading Passage - SC.4.E.5.1

By Candlelight Science

This expository text covers the topic of why constellations appear to change position in the night sky.Comes with 5 reading comprehension questions. Supports standards: SC.4.E.5.1 Observe that the patterns of stars in the sky stay the same although

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Reading, Science, Close Reading

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3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

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Printables, Centers

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Predicting the Weather (800L) - Science Informational Text

By Candlelight Science

Covers:SC.5.E.7.3 Recognize how air temperature, barometric pressure, humidity, wind speed and direction, and precipitation determine the weather in a particular place and time.SC.5.E.7.4 Distinguish among the various forms of precipitation (rain,

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Science, Informational Text, Close Reading

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

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Centers

$1.25

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

We are all well-seasoned veterans of science education. From lesson plans to books. We have produced curriculum at the District level and at the corporate level. You can find our work under the banner of CK12.org and eduSmart.com. Our work can even be found in the NSTA bookstore. Examples: Designing Meaningful STEM Lessons (2018) and a chapter in Adolescent Literature as a Complement to the Content Areas by R&L Publishing.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Constructivist

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MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Ali: B.S in Elementary Education - UF; Sara Stoquert - B.S in Elementary Education; Katie - B.S in Elementary Education - USF M.S. in Science Education Marjorie - M.D.; Doc - B.S. in Earth Science - SIU-E; MS in Science Ed. - Florida State; Ph.D. in Science Education- USF

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Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool, Staff

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading, Science, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environment, Arts & Music, Art History, General Science, Physical Science, Short Stories, Writing, Reading Strategies, Informational Text, Close Reading

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