Weave it!
How to (nonfiction), 1,247 words, Level T (Grade 3)

Lesson Objectives

Reading Strategy	Visualize
Comprehension	Sequence Events
Grammar and Mechanics	Synonyms
Word Work	Compound Words

Book Summary

The craft of weaving dates back tens of thousands of years and has been practiced by various cultures all over the world. Readers are led through the process of creating three separate weaving projects--a paper mat, a friendship bracelet, and a dreamcatcher--as well as being given different sources to explore more. The author teaches the basic principles of weaving, and invites readers to experiment through use of different materials, patterns, and colors. Diagrams and photographs support the text.

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy

• Visualize

Objectives

• Use the reading strategy of visualizing to understand text
• Sequence events
• Recognize and use synonyms
• Identify and form compound words

Vocabulary

• Content words: alternating, complicated, distorting, freeform, horizontal, interlock, previous, shed, symmetrical, vertical, warp, weft

Book Resources

Formats Single-Sided Book Single-Sided Color Cover Double-Sided Book Double-Sided Color Cover Lesson Resources Lesson Plan Worksheets Discussion Cards Comprehension Quiz Level T Answer Sheet