Simplify the Science

This worksheet is designed for students in Grades 7, 8, and 9 and guides them in transforming detailed scientific explanations into simpler, student-friendly language while preserving all key concepts. Students practice summarizing complex information, clarifying dense text, and expressing scientific ideas clearly, strengthening both comprehension and written communication.

Learning Goals

• Summarizing Informational Text (Grades 7-9) – Identify essential information and restate it concisely
• Scientific Literacy – Understand and communicate scientific processes accurately
• Clear & Coherent Writing – Practice organizing ideas logically in accessible language
• Critical Thinking – Distinguish between key concepts and supporting details in complex passages

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Developed by educators to align with ELA and science standards
• Comprehension & Expression Practice – Combines reading analysis with writing skills
• Cross-Curricular Application – Supports understanding in science, technical subjects, and academic writing
• Flexible Use – Suitable for classroom exercises, independent practice, assessment, or homeschool instruction

This Simplify the Science worksheet helps students strengthen their ability to decode dense scientific text and communicate ideas clearly. By summarizing and rewriting, learners enhance comprehension, critical thinking, and writing precision, preparing them to understand and explain academic content confidently. Ideal for classroom or homeschool settings, this printable resource offers meaningful practice in science literacy and clear communication.

This worksheet is part of our Technical Terms Worksheets collection.