All About Kites
Informational (nonfiction), 616 words, Level N (Grade 2)

Lesson Objectives

Reading Strategy	Ask and answer questions
Comprehension	Main Idea and Details
Phonics	Long Vowels
Grammar and Mechanics	Past-Tense Verbs
Word Work	Alphabetizing

Book Summary

People have been making and flying kites for thousands of years. Kites are used in a variety of surprising ways. All About Kites is an informative text that provides details about the many uses of kites. Supportive illustrations and directions on how to make a kite are also included.

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy

• Ask and answer questions

Objectives

• Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions to understand nonfiction text
• Identify main idea and details
• Identify the long /i/ vowel
• Recognize past-tense verbs
• Understand and practice alphabetical order

Vocabulary

• Content words: air currents, bridle, diplomat, flutter, instruments, inventor, parafoil, shock

Book Resources

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