Fact and opinion sorting activity based on ocean plastic pollution, perfect for combining reading comprehension with environmental science. This engaging, print-and-go resource helps students practice identifying facts vs. opinions using real-world, topical content.
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Includes short and extended versions to fit different lesson lengths or ability levels. A great addition to Earth Day activities, nonfiction units, or cross-curricular lessons.
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What’s Included:
Sheet 1: 9 mixed fact and opinion statements with a built-in sorting table (ideal for shorter sessions)
Sheet 2: 18 mixed fact and opinion statements for deeper practice
Sheet 3: Blank sorting table to accompany Sheet 2
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Key Skills Practiced:
Identifying fact vs. opinion
Reading comprehension
Critical thinking
Environmental literacy
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Perfect for:
Science and literacy integration
Earth Day or sustainability units
Reading centers, group work, or homework
Quick assessments and discussion starters
Use this flexible resource to teach an important reading skill while raising awareness about a real environmental issue.
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Explore the impact of ocean plastic pollution through science and literacy with this 5-resource bundle designed for years 4 to 6. Perfect for Earth Day, environmental science units, or reading comprehension practice, this bundle combines nonfiction texts, hands-on projects, vocabulary development, and critical thinking activities—all ready to print and use. . Each resource supports students in understanding the causes, effects, and solutions to plastic pollution in the ocean while reinforcing key reading, writing, and STEM skills. . What’s Included: Cause and Effect Worksheets – Identify real-world cause and effect relationships related to plastic pollution . Fact and Opinion Sorting Cards – Sort and evaluate 24 engaging statements with two levels of difficulty . Ocean Plastic Clean-Up STEM Project – Design a tool to help clean plastic from the ocean using recyclable materials . Reading Passage with Comprehension Questions – Nonfiction text with differentiated questions for inference and retrieval . Fact Cards on Ocean Plastics – Quick-read information cards to use for games, displays, or review . Skills Covered: Reading comprehension Cause and effect Fact vs. opinion Scientific literacy Critical thinking STEM problem-solving Environmental awareness . Perfect for: Earth Day and sustainability units Cross-curricular science and literacy lessons Independent work or group tasks Substitute plans Early finishers or extension activities ----------------------------------- . Please don’t forget to rate this resource to let is know what you think. Also be sure to visit my store Saving The Teachers and FOLLOW ME to see my new products and hear about upcoming sales!
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