Other Skills: Character Traits Compare and Contrast Context Clues Fact and Opinion Figurative Language Main / Central Idea Point of View Rhythm & Rhyme Story Elements Summary Symbolism Theme
Below you'll find 3rd grade reading comprehension passages along with questions and answers and vocabulary activities. These printable3rd grade reading activities include short story excerpts, passages from popular books as well as high-interest information topics.
The American Civil War (1861-1865) tore the relatively young nation apart. The repercussions of this tragedy are still felt tod...
The ancient Greeks gave so much to literature -- fables, great playwrights, and of course, the Greek myths. Originally a way to...
Where would we be without friends? Whether they are human, mammal, fish, or fowl, friends add richness to our lives. This readi...
The purpose of a monument is to remind, inform, and inspire the viewer. The United States is fortunate to have some of the most...
Horses are magnificent creatures. They served a major source of transportation for thousands of years, and even today, they spa...
Over 57 million Americans -- almost 18% of the population -- claim Hispanic ancestry. This reading set celebrates the rich and ...
This set includes different kindergarten appropriateĀ reading passages, and includes most of the Kindergarten sight words from t...
Ah, the joys of summer vacation! This set celebrates that special time in every child's year. The passages here take a vacation...
November is designated Native American Heritage Month, but these passages should be of interest any time of the year. This set ...
Soccer, or European football, has become increasingly popular around the world. This set contains passages aboutĀ a variety of ...