Horsy Hoofprints

This passage explains how horses impact the environment positively. It discusses their role in grazing, seed dispersal, fertilizing the soil, and shaping landscapes. Horses also support predators by being part of the food chain. Their presence helps keep ecosystems healthy and balanced.

This worksheet supports comprehension of interconnected systems in nature. It builds academic vocabulary in ecology and environmental science. Students learn to recognize how one species affects an entire ecosystem. The passage promotes synthesis by connecting horse behavior to environmental outcomes. It’s ideal for reinforcing reading fluency and science integration.