FREE Reading Passages All About Bottlenose Dolphins

What makes bottlenose dolphins unique? Why do they live in pods? What is their diet and habitat? Dive into the exciting world of bottlenose dolphins with these differentiated reading passages and comprehension activities that are just perfect for 2nd and 3rd grade.

This quick and easy reading activity all about dolphins is perfect for elementary students, and it’s just so easy to make it work for the different learners in your classroom.

  1. FIRST, start with the reading passages. Using the subtle symbol, select the passage that works for each of your students. Both are written at a 2nd/3rd-grade reading level, so they're accessible for your students. 

  2. NEXT, move on to the reading comprehension booklets. There are two visually similar booklets at 2 different levels. You choose the level that works for each student… Differentiation is that easy.

What is included in this FREE ‘All About Dolphins’ reading activity?

  • ‘Bottlenose Dolphins’ nonfiction reading passage (level 1)

  • ‘Bottlenose Dolphin’ nonfiction reading passage (level 2)

  • Bottlenose Dolphin reading comprehension booklet (level 1)

  • Bottlenose Dolphin reading comprehension booklet (level 2)

  • ‘Dolphins 3, 2, 1’ - A final worksheet activity that’s perfect for early finishers

  • Answer Key

  • Digital, Google Slides, versions of BOTH levels

Subtle Differentiation with a big impact

The passages and comprehension booklets have been designed to be visually similar, so students may not be aware that their passages and booklets are different from their peers. Just look at the simple symbol in the top right corner of each page to see which level each student is working on! 

Level One booklets use fill-in-the-blank questions for comprehension, include more pictures, and have less space for written answers. These books have a small circle in the top corner. 

Level Two booklets leave room for short answer questions, some critical thinking, and have more room for written answers. These booklets have a small triangle in the top corner. 

Set your students up for success with differentiated booklets. Prep is quick and easy… just print (and fold)... that’s it. There’s nothing to cut or glue, and nothing else to buy.