| Reading A-Z Level |  |
| Ages | 9 - 11 |
| Grade | 4 |
| Fountas & Pinnell | R |
| Reading Recovery | 40 |
| DRA | 40 |
| Lexile | 801-860 |
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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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
Assess the Objectives
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