Growing Koi

This passage follows koi from the moment they hatch through the stages that lead to adulthood. Students learn how tiny fry begin life by relying on yolk sacs before swimming freely and searching for food on their own. As they grow into juveniles, their bodies become larger, their colors and patterns become more noticeable, and they gradually develop the strong swimming abilities seen in adults. The passage also explains that koi can continue growing for many years and may live for decades when they have healthy conditions and proper care.

This worksheet gives students strong practice with sequencing and life-cycle comprehension. They work on placing stages in order, identifying how the fish changes over time, and connecting growth with changes in behavior and appearance. Vocabulary such as fry, juvenile, adult, life cycle, and development strengthens science understanding through context. It’s a helpful passage for teaching students how to summarize a process from beginning to end.