| Reading A-Z Level |  |
| Ages | 7 - 8 |
| Grade | 2 |
| Fountas & Pinnell | M |
| Reading Recovery | 28 |
| DRA | 28 |
| Lexile | 601-650 |
The Steam Engine
Informational (nonfiction),
747 words,
Level P (Grade 2)
The Steam Engine will take you on a ride through history to introduce you to one of the world's most important inventions. You will learn how a steam engine works, who invented the early ones, and how steam engines changed the way people and goods were transported. Find out why steam engines have mostly been replaced in modern times, as well as ways that steam is still being used in today's world. Colorful photographs support the text.
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Story Words
boiler, diesel, expands, explode, invention, locomotives, power, pressure, steam engine
boiler, diesel, expands, explode, invention, locomotives, power, pressure, steam engine
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Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of summarizing while reading
Comprehension
Identify main idea and details
Grammar and Mechanics
Identify and use subject and predicate
Word Work
Identify and understand syllable patterns
Use the reading strategy of summarizing while reading
Comprehension
Identify main idea and details
Grammar and Mechanics
Identify and use subject and predicate
Word Work
Identify and understand syllable patterns
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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