Learn about the life of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg with a reading comprehension passage, assessment, and vocabulary practice worksheets.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg — Biography Reading Passage
Through this activity, students demonstrate an ability to read and comprehend a topic or historical figure.
Students will use their reading comprehension skills to learn about Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s important life events, upbringing and education, struggles, and achievements.
Once they have completed their reading, they will participate in vocabulary-building activities and take a comprehension assessment covering the material.
5th Grade Reading Comprehension Passage – Ruth Bader Ginsburg for Kids
This resource is perfect for learners in 5th-6th grade and makes an ideal addition to both Social Studies and Literacy instruction. In this download, you will find
- A 2-page reading passage on Ruth Bader Ginsburg
- A vocabulary graphic organizer
- A comprehension assessment
- A Ruth Bader Ginsburg word search
Scaffolding + Extension Tips
Use this biography activity as a springboard into an independent research task. Alternatively, provide the passages to a team of students so they can share the reading.
In addition to Women’s History Month (March), apply this reading passage in class or as homework for your lessons on:
- International Women’s Day (March 8)
- English Language Arts
- History
- Social Studies
- Government
- Biographical writing
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