AI Agent Basics

This worksheet is designed for students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 to build foundational knowledge about artificial intelligence through an accessible informational text. Students read a short passage introducing AI agents as digital helpers that can gather information, make decisions, and take actions on a user’s behalf. They then answer multiple-choice questions that assess comprehension of key ideas, vocabulary in context, and examples drawn directly from the text. The activity strengthens nonfiction reading skills while introducing important AI concepts in a student-friendly way.

Learning Goals

• Reading Informational Text: Key Ideas & Details (Grades 4-6) – Students identify main ideas and supporting details from a nonfiction passage.
• Vocabulary in Context – Learners interpret terms such as agent, task, and digital helper using surrounding clues.
• Understanding AI Agents – Students explain what AI agents are and recognize common examples in everyday life.
• Applying Text-Based Reasoning – Learners select accurate answers based on evidence from the passage.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with ELA reading standards and technology literacy goals.
• Age-Appropriate Introduction to AI – Presents complex ideas in clear, concrete language.
• Multiple-Choice Comprehension Check – Supports assessment, guided practice, and discussion.
• Flexible Classroom Use – Works well for whole-class instruction, independent practice, centers, or homework.
• Real-World Relevance – Connects reading skills to technology students encounter daily.

This printable worksheet helps students strengthen informational reading comprehension while gaining an introductory understanding of AI agents and their role in modern life. Learners practice identifying key ideas, interpreting vocabulary, and applying text-based evidence. Ideal for classroom or homeschool use, this no-prep activity supports literacy development, critical thinking, and early AI awareness in a clear, engaging format.

This worksheet is part of our AI Agents collection.