Explore the world of the tallest trees on Earth with this engaging Redwood Forest reading comprehension resource.

Students will learn where coast redwoods grow and discover how some of these extraordinary trees can reach more than 110 metres tall and live for over 2,000 years. The passages explain how rain, summer fog, mild temperatures and rich soils help redwoods grow to such impressive heights.

Students will also explore redwood adaptations, including thick protective bark and wide root systems, while learning about the ferns, streams and wildlife found beneath the forest canopy.

The resource also introduces the importance of protecting old-growth redwood forests and explains how Redwood National and State Parks became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What’s included:

• Informational reading passages
• Coast redwood geography
• Tallest tree facts
• Fog, rainfall and forest climate
• Bark, roots and tree adaptations
• Forest plants and wildlife
• Conservation and UNESCO facts
• Reading comprehension questions
• Written response activities

Perfect for forests, habitats, trees, California studies, geography, plant adaptations, science, reading comprehension and homeschool learning.

File type: Printable PDF
Preparation: Print and use