Explore one of North America’s most famous natural landmarks with this engaging Niagara Falls reading comprehension resource.

Students will learn where Niagara Falls is located and discover how the Niagara River connects Lake Erie and Lake Ontario along the border between the United States and Canada. The passages introduce the three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls: Horseshoe Falls, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls.

Students will explore how huge amounts of rushing water create powerful waterfalls, mist and colourful rainbows. The resource also explains how Niagara Falls began forming after the last Ice Age and how erosion continues to slowly change the waterfall and Niagara Gorge.

The passages also introduce the use of Niagara River water for hydroelectric power, connecting natural geography with science and energy.

What’s included:

• Informational reading passages
• Niagara Falls geography
• Horseshoe, American and Bridal Veil Falls
• Niagara River and Great Lakes
• Mist and rainbows
• Ice Age formation and erosion
• Hydroelectric power
• Reading comprehension questions
• Written response activities

Perfect for North America studies, waterfalls, rivers, landforms, geography, Earth science, energy, reading comprehension and homeschool learning.

File type: Printable PDF
Preparation: Print and use