Reading Comprehension in Varied Subject Matter Book 3 (Grade 5) and Answer Key Set

Expose your children to intriguing subjects and ideas from all subjects while bolstering their reading comprehension skills. Reading Comprehension in Varied Subject Matter (for Grades 3-8) This popular series offers nonfiction reading passages with comprehension questions on a variety of subjects. Each workbook has 31 selections in these subject areas: social studies; science; literature; mathematics; philosophy, logic, and language; the arts; and combined subjects. Each book in this series is arranged thematically. The themes relate the selections to one another, show different aspects of a topic, and give students a broader knowledge of a subject. Each selection follows a consistent format 7-step format in presenting the passage, and includes exercises on vocabulary and writing. About the Passage - introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge Reason for Reading - explains the reading skill emphasized The Selection - thematically organized selections acros