Canadian Comprehension, grades 5-6 is packed with ready-to-use information and worksheets that cover both social studies and language arts curriculum. There are 7 sections with 2 reading activities (fiction and non-fiction) and 1 writing activity per grade in each. Each chapter has key social studies, literacy and convention focus, and the literacy skills are listed at the bottom of each worksheet. Also provided are reading and social studies assessments, and 2 rubrics for easy marking. Teaching tips, extension activities and complete answer key included. 80 pages. Reading topics: Section 1: Symbols of Canada Section 2: Inventors & Inventions Section 3: Canadian Governments; Early Explorers of Canada Section 4: Prime Ministers; Aboriginal Peoples Section 5: Canadian Landmarks Section 6: Canadian Sports Section 7: Famous Canadians