
Frogs and Toads
Informational (nonfiction),
530 words,
Level M (Grade 2)
Frogs and Toads is an engaging introduction to these amphibians. Illustrations and photographs support a well-organized text containing information about frogs and toads, including their life cycles, the differences between frogs and toads, and how frogs and toads defend themselves against predators.
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Lesson Resources
Preteach the Vocabulary
Story Words
ability, field guide, habitat, predators, prey, rodents
ability, field guide, habitat, predators, prey, rodents
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Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of summarizing to understand the text
Comprehension
Identify the main idea and supporting details
Grammar and Mechanics
Identify and use adjectives
Word Work
Recognize and understand the use of similes
Use the reading strategy of summarizing to understand the text
Comprehension
Identify the main idea and supporting details
Grammar and Mechanics
Identify and use adjectives
Word Work
Recognize and understand the use of similes
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class









