Exploring Cause and Effect for Kids

What is the relationship between cause and effect?

• A cause is why something happens, and an effect is what happens.

• A cause is the result, and an effect is the action.

• A cause is what happens, and an effect is why it happens.

• A cause and effect are the same things.

What happens if you forget to set your alarm?

• You have more time for breakfast.

• You go to bed early.

• You might be late for school.

• You wake up early.

What is the effect of studying hard for a test?

• You will fail the test.

• You will likely do well on the test.

• You will forget everything.

• You will not take the test.

What happens when you flick a light switch?

• The lights turn on or off.

• The room gets warmer.

• The TV turns on.

• The door opens.

What can wind cause on a cool day?

• It can make you sleepy.

• It can make you warm.

• It can make you hungry.

• It can make you cold.

What is one effect of wind scattering seeds?

• The seeds turn into rocks.

• The seeds disappear.

• The seeds fly away forever.

• The seeds grow into plants.

What can be an effect of seeds growing?

• We can eat the plants.

• The seeds become animals.

• The seeds turn into water.

• The seeds vanish.

What happens to the water on the ground after it rains?

• It turns into ice.

• It disappears instantly.

• It evaporates.

• It stays forever.

What is the cause of the little boy's face becoming red?

• Sleeping late.

• Running fast.

• Eating too much.

• Playing in the sun all day.

What was the effect of the girl practicing softball?

• She got worse at the game.

• She quit the team.

• She didn't play anymore.

• She got better at hitting the ball.