Art Around Us
Informational (nonfiction), 823 words, Level P (Grade 2)

Lesson Objectives

Reading Strategy	Connect to prior knowledge
Comprehension	Fact Opinion
Phonics	R-Controlled Vowels
Grammar and Mechanics	Present-Tense Verbs
Word Work	Antonyms

Book Summary

Art Around Us is an informational book that teaches readers about different kinds of artists and the varied and sometimes unusual art they create. Painters, sculptors, potters, glass blowers, and fiber artists are highlighted. Photographs and captions support the text.

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy

• Connect to prior knowledge

Objectives

• Use the reading strategy of connecting to prior knowledge to understand nonfiction text
• Distinguish between fact and opinion
• Identify r-controlled /ar/ sound
• Recognize present-tense verbs
• Understand and identify antonyms

Vocabulary

• Content words: blowpipe, cast, ceramic, found object art, glaze, installations, kiln, loom, mosaics, murals, soft sculpture

Book Resources

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