Reading Lesson Plan · Grades 3–5
Turkeys — Reading Comprehension Lesson
Students read a nonfiction passage about turkeys covering their habits, behavior, and the differences between wild and farm-raised turkeys, then answer comprehension questions.
Subject
Reading
Grades
Grades 3–5
Skill Focus
reading comprehension, nonfiction, animal science
Lesson Length
30–45 minutes
Lesson Overview
About This Reading Comprehension Worksheet
This 4-page reading comprehension worksheet features a nonfiction passage titled “Turkeys.” Students learn surprising facts including: turkeys have no feathers on their heads or necks; they take dust baths to repel insects; males (toms) are more colorful than females (hens) and have wattles; wild turkeys can fly at 50 mph and run at 12 mph; and turkeys are social, playful birds that remember people and react to music.
After reading the one-page passage, students answer 5 comprehension questions on page 2 (multiple-choice and short-answer) and 1 opinion/writing prompt on page 3. An answer key is provided on page 4.
Recommended for Grades 3–5. Works well as part of a science or social studies unit on birds, farm animals, or animal adaptations — or as a Thanksgiving-themed reading activity.
How to Use This Lesson
Print the passage (page 1) and distribute to students.
Students read independently or as a class.
Students answer the comprehension questions on pages 2 and 3.
Review answers using the answer key on page 4.
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Turkeys — Reading Comprehension Worksheet
Download a 4-page printable with a nonfiction turkey passage, multiple-choice and short-answer questions, an opinion prompt, and answer key.