Cause-and-effect relationships are seen across the curriculum and throughout daily life. People use these relationships when making decisions, performing experiments, and positively interacting with others. The activities and reading selections in Cause and Effect will guide students in making critical connections between actions and their effects. Students will be able to recognize cause and effect in a variety of ways. Reading selections in this book offer fun and instructional formats. Many lessons contain extensions for students who need a challenge or who wish to express themselves in a more creative manner. By understanding the relationship of cause and effect, students will strengthen their comprehension throughout the curriculum and become more effective communicators.