Fossils: Reading Info, Follow-Up Worksheets & Fast Fact Folder Grades 4+
EBOTM910311
$5.95 CAD
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This resource merges Ontario Grade 4 Science and Language Arts expectations by guiding students through the world of fossils. Through clear, concise reading passages, varied question formats, learners build scientific knowledge while sharpening reading comprehension and writing skills.
Resource Summary
- Discovery — How erosion reveals fossil fragments and the careful clearing process
- Excavation — Techniques for protecting and removing heavy, fragile bones
- Preservation — Cleaning, mineralizing, and varnishing specimens to prevent decay
- Facts Sheet #1 —
- Formation of fossils in sedimentary rock
- Mineralization and petrification processes
- Role of paleontologists in reconstructing past climates and landscapes
- Plate tectonics evidence from identical fossils on separated continents
- Fast Facts Folder —
- Definition and significance of fossils
- Types of fossils: mold, cast, amber, petrified
- Full-color photos and labeled diagrams
- Activity Pages —
1. Vocabulary and definition questions
2. Sequencing events in fossil formation
3. Labeling fossil types in images
4. Short-answer and true/false prompts
5. Hands-on investigations: clay imprints, sand-tray “excavations,” fossil rubbings
- Answer Key for self-assessment and teacher guidance
Ontario Curriculum Connections
Science (Grade 4)
- Earth and Space Systems: Describe how fossils are formed and what information they can provide about Earth’s history
- Growth and Changes in Animals: Understanding how fossils reveal extinct species and past environments
Language Arts (Grade 4)
- Reading Comprehension: Building fluency through clear, structured text.
- Writing & Critical Thinking: Short-answer responses
Key Features
- Short, accessible text blocks to support diverse reading levels
- Vivid visuals: real-sample photos of prehistoric eras
- Multiple question formats to assess recall, sequencing, classification, and explanation
Student Benefits
- Reinforces literacy by pairing factual reading with structured writing tasks
- Appeals to visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners through integrated materials
- Sparks curiosity about Earth’s history and the evidence fossils hold
Fast Facts Folders are a quick look at important facts about the topic. The information is delivered in a short, concise way with colorful informational photos and illustrations to visually enhance the subject matter. This format is great for students who are visual learners and students with short attention spans. This component can be used alone or as an introduction or companion to each related topic.