| Reading A-Z Level |  |
| Ages | 9 - 11 |
| Grade | 4 |
| Fountas & Pinnell | R |
| Reading Recovery | 40 |
| DRA | 40 |
The World of NASCAR
Informational (nonfiction),
1,214 words,
Level W (Grade 4)
Imagine riding in a car at a speed of 200 miles per hour! This is the speed at which NASCAR drivers move. Their incredible custom-built cars are part of a major class of competitive events that has evolved over time. Readers will learn about these specialized vehicles and racing techniques that lead to NASCAR championships. Photographs support the text.
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Preteach the Vocabulary
Story Words
aerodynamics, axle, bhp, chassis, component, cylinders, downforce, drag, fuel injection, logo, NASCAR, nitrogen, sponsor, stock cars, turbo
aerodynamics, axle, bhp, chassis, component, cylinders, downforce, drag, fuel injection, logo, NASCAR, nitrogen, sponsor, stock cars, turbo
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Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions to understand text
Comprehension
Identify cause-and-effect relationships in nonfiction text
Grammar and Mechanics
Understand the use of commas in a series
Word Work
Identify and understand the use of prefix re- and suffix -ful
Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions to understand text
Comprehension
Identify cause-and-effect relationships in nonfiction text
Grammar and Mechanics
Understand the use of commas in a series
Word Work
Identify and understand the use of prefix re- and suffix -ful
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
