In the Northern Hemisphere, the Summer Solstice is the day when the sun shines the brightest and summer begins. It is a happy and culturally rich time.
Want interesting materials to help your students really understand this worldwide celebration?
This resource is good for you to use in class because it looks at how people from different countries celebrate the Summer Solstice. You’ll learn about how people all over the world celebrate this special day, from the old ceremonies at Stonehenge in England to the lively Midsummer parties in Scandinavia and the bright processions in Peru. It helps you learn more by showing you traditions like Native American Sun Dances and yoga camps in India. This helps you understand how important natural cycles are and appreciate different cultural practices.
Overview:
Stonehenge in England
Midsummer Festivals in Scandinavia
Feast of Inti Raymi in Peru
Native American Sun Dance
Yoga and Meditation Retreats
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WHAT IS INCLUDED?
- Reading Passage: A carefully written work by an Expert Teacher
- 10 multiple-choice questions (MCQs): Using MCQs, find out how well students understand the passage.
- 5 Short Questions: Encourage students to write comprehensive responses and evaluate answers carefully.
- Answer Key: Teachers can review student work by referencing a full answer key.
This resource is entirely Editable in PowerPoint! If time is a concern, we have also provided a hassle-free, Ready-to-print PDF.
Why You’ll Love This Resource:
- Easy-to-understand language that will keep students engaged and excited to learn.
- Comprehension worksheet to help students test their understanding.
- Low Prep Required. Print and go.
- Perfect for centers, homework, morning work, and more.
- Printable and editable for your convenience.
- Ideal for 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade students.
Skills align with both the RI (Reading Informational Texts) and RL (Reading Literature) Common Core Standards
These passages can be used in the morning, at centers, as part of homework, with small groups, for extra learning with smart students, to help struggling students, or to get ready for tests.
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This resource was created by Teachers Stock LTD. All rights reserved. It is intended for use by the purchaser for one class only. Teachers may distribute it to their own students but may not upload it to the Internet where it can be publicly accessed and downloaded.
Whats Inside?
- Reading Passage
- 10 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
- 5 Short Questions
- Answer Key
- Printable and editable for convenience.
- Colored and B/W versions Included
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This resource is intended for use by the purchaser for one class only. Teachers may distribute it to their own students but may not upload it to the internet where it can be publicly accessed and downloaded.
Who created this resource?
This resource was created by Teachers Stock LTD. All rights reserved.
How can this resource be used in the classroom?
These passages can be used in the morning, at centers, as part of homework, with small groups, for extra learning with advanced students, to support struggling students, or to prepare for tests.
Is this resource editable?
Yes, this resource is entirely editable in PowerPoint. If you prefer, there is also a ready-to-print PDF available for hassle-free use.
