A collection of fiction and non-fiction passages written for middle school students in students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. These printable article and stories have comprehension questions to check students' reading comprehension skills.
Non-Fiction
World's Largest Marsupial FreeThis article will teach students about the red kangaroo. Measuring 6 feet tall and weighing 200 pounds, it is the world's largest marsupial.
Bird Brains At Work FreeLearn about the many jobs carrier pigeons perform. These working birds can serve as mailmen, lifeguards, scientist helpers, and even military spies.
An Atom Apart FreeA scientific article about atoms, the building blocks for molecules and everything that's made of matter
The Inner Planets FreeLearn about the terrestrial inner planets of our solar system.
The Outer Planets MemberLearn about the gas giants that can be found beyond the asteroid belt.
Have You Got a Buck? MemberThis article explores the unique symbols on the U.S. one-dollar bill.
Rhinoceros Beetle MemberThe rhinoceros beetle is the world's strongest animal, relative to its size. It can lift 850 times its own weight!
Leaf Cutter Ants MemberLearn about the complex society of a leaf cutter ant colony. Each colony has a queen, males, soldiers, farmer ants, and even trash collector ants.
Immune System MemberAn article describing how the human body's immune system works
The Busy Beaver MemberDo you know the difference between a beaver dam and a beaver lodge? The author of this article answers all kinds of frequently asked questions about beavers, including where they live, how much they weigh, and how long they can stay underwater.
Poems
Falling Asleep FreeThe person in this poem is worrying about the shadows on the walls and can not fall asleep.
Taking a Tumble MemberIn this poem, the main character experiences a falling sensation as she drifts off to sleep.
See also:
Second Grade Reading Comprehension Worksheets Third Grade Reading Comprehension Worksheets Fourth Grade Reading Comprehension Worksheets Fifth Grade Reading Comprehension Worksheets
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