Sci Phonics Decodable Passages
Investigation 1: Phenomena
No. 101
Name: ______________________ Date: _________
The Glow Cave
Focus Concept: Natural wonders that can be observed and solved.
Phonics Focus Silent E & Long Vowels cave, glow, light, shine, gaze, live, take
Read the Case:
We go to a huge cave. It is dark and cold. But look! A green light starts to glow! This is a wild sight. Why does it shine? It is not magic. It is a live plant. The damp moss can take the dim light. It makes its own green glow. We stand and gaze at the light. We write notes in the log. This odd sight is a cool event. It is a grand event in nature! What makes it glow? We will find out.
Real-World Science Bioluminescence
Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
Real worms hang down and shine green light to catch food!
Observed Light Phenomena Study
Investigate the Text
1. What is the odd event in the cave?
A. A red rock rolls.
B. A green light glows.
C. A cold wind blows.
2. What makes the green light glow?
A. A live plant.
B. A hot metal lamp.
C. A shiny glass stone.
3. Why do we write in our log?
A. To make a game.
B. To track what we see.
C. To draw a cave map.
Phonics Detective
Find and write three words from the text that have the silent e pattern:
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Investigation 2: Scientific Method
No. 102
Name: ______________________ Date: _________
The Wise Test
Focus Concept: Planning fair tests with controlled variables.
Phonics Focus Consonant Blends & Digraphs think, test, step, task, trust, plan
Read the Case:
How do we solve a grand plan? We must think and test! First, we ask a clear task. Next, we make a big guess. We call this a guess, but it is a smart start. Then, we set up a fair test. We keep things the same, but change just one state. We check the facts. We do not rush. We check the path and track the steps. If we skip a step, the test can fail. Do we trust the facts? Yes! We show the class our test.
Real-World Test: The Fair Plant Experiment
Plant A
Sun: Same (Constant)
Water: 1 Cup
Result: Small
VS 1 Change
Plant B
Sun: Same (Constant)
Water: 5 Cups
Result: Tall!
Investigate the Text
1. What do we do first in our plan?
A. We run and play outside.
B. We ask a clear task.
C. We rest in the dark room.
2. What is a smart start in a test?
A. Making a big guess.
B. Ending the test very fast.
C. Reading a long storybook.
3. Why must we check every single step?
A. So we can go home early.
B. So the test does not fail.
C. So we can use a big red clock.
Phonics Detective
Find and write three words from the text with **initial or final blends** (like st, sk, or tr):
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Investigation 3: Safety Science
No. 103
Name: ______________________ Date: _________
Safe in Lab
Focus Concept: Safety precautions, personal protection, and spills.
Phonics Focus Silent E & Blends/Digraphs safe, rule, glass, mask, spill, wash
Read the Case:
The science lab is a fun spot. But we must keep it safe. We must follow every rule. Put on your thick glass mask. Tied-back hair is best. Do not drop a hot dish. If you spill a drop, tell the class. Do not slide or run. Wash your hands with warm suds when we end. Keep the test zone clean. Use a brush, not your hand. We want to find out things, but we must stay safe. A safe lab is a smart lab!
Real-World Equipment Danger Safe
Eye Wash
Goggles Box
Spill Station: Ask First
Safety First Lab OSHA Safe Standard
Investigate the Text
1. What should you put on before you start?
A. A thick glass mask.
B. A big red winter hat.
C. A soft black winter coat.
2. What should you do if you spill a drop?
A. Hide under the table.
B. Tell the class and teacher.
C. Run out of the school.
3. How should we keep the test zone?
A. Messy, wet, and dirty.
B. Clean and safe.
C. Full of scrap paper.
Phonics Detective
Find and write three words from the text with **digraphs** (like sh or ch):
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Investigation 4: Five Senses
No. 104
Name: ______________________ Date: _________
Senses Tell
Focus Concept: Collecting qualitative data using our sensory tools.
Phonics Focus Silent E & Blends/Digraphs gaze, skin, smell, sniff, touch, stone
Read the Case:
We use our parts to test the world. Our five senses tell us facts. We gaze with our eyes. We see the shape and size of a stone. We sniff with our nose. Is it a sweet smell, or is it bad? We touch with our skin. Is the rock soft or rough? We can hear a sharp sound. We do not taste a thing in the lab! That is a big rule. Our five senses help us think like a wise scientist. What do your senses tell you today?
Real Specimen Observation: Volcanic Basalt Stone
Gaze Has many tiny gas holes
Sniff Smells like dry earth
Touch Very rough & cold
Hear Clinks when tapped
Taste DO NOT TASTE!
Investigate the Text
1. What helps us test the world and get facts?
A. Our five senses.
B. A fast metal train.
C. A soft yellow pillow.
2. What is a big safety rule in the science lab?
A. Do not taste a thing.
B. Do not look at anything.
C. Do not use your eyes.
3. What can your skin help you feel?
A. If a rock is soft or rough.
B. If a light is bright green.
C. If a bell makes a sharp sound.
Phonics Detective
Find and write three words from the text with **long vowels** or **consonant blends**:
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Sci Phonics Mini Pocket Book
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Pocket Edition
My Mini
Phonics Log
6th Grade Science Explorers
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Page 1: Phenomena Silent E
The Glow Cave
We go to a huge cave. It is dark and cold. But look! A green light starts to glow! This is a wild sight. Why does it shine? It is a live plant. The damp moss can take the light. It makes its own glow. We gaze at it. We write notes. It is a grand event!
Waitomo, New Zealand Live worms make green light!
Read Page 1
Page 2: Method Blends
The Wise Test
How do we solve a plan? We must think and test! First, we ask a task. Next, we make a big guess. Then, we set up a fair test. We keep things the same, but change just one state. We track the steps. Do we trust facts? Yes!
Plant A: 1 Cup
VS
Plant B: 5 Cups
Read Page 2
Book 1 Checklist
Phonics Hunt
Find and check these key words in the book as you read them!
Silent E Words:
cave gaze
Blend Words:
plan test
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Unit: Sci-Phonics Investigations Pocket Sheet 1
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Page 3: Safety Digraphs
Safe in Lab
The lab is fun. But we must keep it safe. We must follow every rule. Put on your thick glass mask. If you spill a drop, tell the class. Do not slide or run. Wash your hands when we end. Keep the zone clean. Stay safe!
OO
Goggles Station Protect eyes first!
Read Page 3
Page 4: Senses Observation
Senses Tell
We use our parts to test the world. Our five senses tell us facts. We gaze with our eyes. We see the shape of a . We with our nose. We with our . We do not taste a thing in the lab!