Reading Comprehension – The Sun

Standard:

  • CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.2.1 – Ask and answer questions about key details in a text.

Introduction:

  • Read a short informational text about the Sun. Students practice asking and answering questions to check understanding.

Text:

  • The Sun is a star at the center of our solar system. It gives us light and heat. Without the Sun, plants, animals, and people could not live on Earth. The Sun looks very big to us, but it is actually one of the smaller stars in space.

Step-by-Step:

  1. Read the passage aloud (teacher or student).
  2. Ask: “What does the Sun give us?” (light and heat).
  3. Ask: “Why is the Sun important for life on Earth?” (plants, animals, people need it).
  4. Ask: “Is the Sun the biggest star in space?” (No, it’s smaller than many).
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Activity Idea:

  • Have students draw the Sun and write one fact about it.
  • Partner share: Tell a partner one reason the Sun is important.

Tip: Remember: Asking questions while you read helps you understand better.

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