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Below you'll find 6th grade reading comprehension passages along with questions and answers and vocabulary activities. These printable 6th grade reading exercises are great for students who need extra reading skills development or just want some extra practice!
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 ...
Ah, the joys of summer vacation! This set celebrates that special time in every child's year. The passages here take a vacation...
California, the Golden State. It was the discovery of gold there in the late 1840s that started a mass migration across the Nor...
It's hard to believe in this age of space stations and mars probes that man has only been flying in heavier that air machines f...
The charming story of the orphan Anne Shirley has delighted readers for generations. The precocious Anne melts the hearts of al...