Ada Lovelace Biography READING COMPREHENSION | Women in STEM | Women's History Month Activities

Ignite your students’ curiosity about STEM history with this NO PREP reading comprehension & writing lesson about Ada Lovelace, the First Computer Programmer! Great resource for Women’s History Month or STEM classes

I recommend using this resource with Secondary School students. These activities are also suitable for ESL/ELL students whose level of English is Intermediate (B1-B2) or Advanced (C1-C2).

PRINT AND DIGITAL VERSIONS OF THE ACTIVITIES ARE INCLUDED.

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RESOURCES INCLUDED:

** An original non-fiction reading passage (2 pages) about mathematician Ada Lovelace, considered the first computer programmer. The text includes: Early Life and Education, Charles Babbage and the Analytical Engine, The First Computer Program, Challenges and Last Years, Legacy and Contributions to STEM.
** Reading-comprehension questions based on the passage.
** A Multiple Choice quiz based on the passage.
** A True or False activity based on the passage.
** A word search to reinforce key vocabulary and concepts.
** Timeline Activity: Students will complete a timeline by arranging key events from Ada Lovelace’s life in chronological order. This activity helps reinforce understanding of her early life, contributions to computing, and lasting legacy.
** Research & Writing Activity: Students will research a remarkable woman in STEM and write a short report based on guiding questions.

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SAVE VALUABLE TIME:
** All activities are in ready-to-print PDF files and DIGITAL VERSIONS. The digital versions include editable boxes; students just have to type their answers on those boxes, save their answers and send the files to the teacher.
** This pack includes a Teacher’s Guide with all the activities and their corresponding answer keys, as well as the handouts for the students in separate files and suggestions on how to use this resource.

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