Students will read a passage about the December 2004 tsunami that affected Asia and East Africa. After reading, they will answer comprehension questions about the nonfiction text. This printable reading warm-up will help your students master important reading skills while learning about natural disasters.
2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami Reading Warm-Up
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Daily Warm-Ups: Reading, Grade 2
Daily Warm-Ups: Reading, Grade 2 supports national standards and helps your students master reading comprehension skills across a variety of genres. Printable warm-ups contain fiction and nonfiction reading passages, followed by questions based on Bloom's Taxonomy. Topics include science, animals, current events, American history, and more!
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