
The Power of Magnets
Informational (nonfiction),
386 words,
Level L (Grade 2)
The Power of Magnets introduces the reader to the science behind magnets. Through examples and a hands-on activity that encourages students to make their own magnet, readers will learn about the practical applications of magnets. Photographs and diagrams support the text.
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Lesson Resources
Preteach the Vocabulary
Story Words
attracts, code, current, electricity, force, generators, invisible, magnetism, repel
attracts, code, current, electricity, force, generators, invisible, magnetism, repel
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Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of summarizing to understand text
Comprehension
Identify main ideas and supporting details in an informational text
Phonics
Identify long /i/ (as in -ight) word family
Grammar and Mechanics
Identify and use commas in a series
Word Work
Arrange words in alphabetical order
Use the reading strategy of summarizing to understand text
Comprehension
Identify main ideas and supporting details in an informational text
Phonics
Identify long /i/ (as in -ight) word family
Grammar and Mechanics
Identify and use commas in a series
Word Work
Arrange words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class









