HBCUs: Schools with a Legacy of Excellence (Reading Comprehension) - Grades 4 and 5
$2.50
Introduce students to the rich history and cultural impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with this engaging reading comprehension resource. Designed for 4th and 5th graders, this worksheet blends meaningful content with essential literacy skills practice, making reading both educational and inspiring.
What’s Inside:
Informational Passage: A student-friendly article that highlights the history, purpose, and contributions of HBCUs.
Comprehension Questions: Focused practice with grade-level reading skills:
Main Idea – identifying the central message of the passage
Vocabulary – using context clues to define key academic and cultural terms
Inference – drawing conclusions beyond the text using supporting details
Comparing and Contrasting – exploring how HBCUs relate to other colleges and their unique role in education
Extension Activities: Opportunities for discussion, written response, and connections to students’ own communities.
Why Teachers and Parents Love It:
Relevant and culturally responsive content that resonates with diverse learners.
Perfectly leveled for 4th–5th grade readers.
Aligns with grade-level reading comprehension standards.
Versatile for classrooms, tutoring sessions, or homeschool learning.
By combining literacy skills with cultural learning, this worksheet helps students practice comprehension while gaining knowledge about the lasting legacy of HBCUs in shaping education and opportunity.