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The Legend of Nessie
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Reading Recovery 30
DRA 30
The Legend of Nessie
Informational (nonfiction), 1,118 words, Level Q (Grade 3)

Lesson Objectives

Reading Strategy Visualize
Comprehension Main Idea and Details
Grammar and Mechanics Introducing Phrases
Word Work Proper Nouns

Book Summary

The Legend of Nessie is an informational book about the mystery of the Loch Ness Monster. It tells of the legend of an ancient sea serpent from the dark waters of Loch Ness in Scotland. Many people believe that the legend is true, and scientists have invested time and money to investigate the claims. Although many photographs have proved to be fakes, scientists have uncovered some facts that continue to make the legend plausible. Photographs and a map support the text.

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy
  • Visualize

Objectives

  • Use the reading strategy of visualizing to understand text
  • Identify the main idea and supporting details within a paragraph
  • Understand introductory phrases
  • Recognize proper nouns

Vocabulary

  • Content words: bales, hoaxes, legend, peat, sonar, species, status
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