Fireworks | Chemistry Science Reading Comprehension Passage & Questions

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Learning about fireworks is important because it combines chemistry, physics, and art to create dazzling displays while emphasizing safety and scientific principles. Understanding how different chemical compounds in fireworks produce colors, sparks, and sounds helps us appreciate the reactions behind the spectacle. Fireworks also demonstrate concepts like combustion, oxidation, and energy release in an engaging way. Additionally, learning about the safety measures required in handling and using fireworks highlights the importance of responsible use of pyrotechnics, making it both an educational and practical topic.

This fireworks science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about fireworks. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this fireworks article with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking.

THIS FIREWORKS ARTICLE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS:

Useful for substitute (sub) teaching
To extend students
To increase scientific literacy in your class
A weekly reading task
Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast
To inspire students on a particular topic
Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS FIREWORKS ARTICLE:

3 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with answers
2 page Word doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes)
3 page PDF teacher version with answers
2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so)
3 page Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with answers
2 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill answers (text boxes)

Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.

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