Reading Skills Compare and Contrast Task Cards

Having the ability to compare and contrast is an important comprehension skill. Students need to use this skill to understand as they read. Because many of these tasks are image-dependent they are ideal for differentiating for small groups or individual students. These make great activities for whole class or small groups. Teachers can introduce the concept with a discussion of the poster.

These printable tasks are perfect practice for consolidating this reading strategy.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• A small poster to introduce the concept
• a summary sheet, for students to explain comparing and contrasting in their own words
• 20 task cards are image-dependent: laminate and re-use
• 10 worksheets (black ink) short, text dependent tasks
• a task recording sheet

The tasks encourage students to use many skills: critical thinking, forming and justifying opinions.