Jobs for James

Realistic (fiction), 154 words, Level F (Grade 1)

In this story, James wants to buy a new cage for his hamster, but he doesn’t have enough money. With a little math and a lot of hard work, he can earn the money he needs to buy a cage for his pet. Jobs for James teaches students the value of work, the use of math in everyday life, and the accomplishment of earning what you buy. Colorful, happy pictures add a bright touch to this story about success.

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High-Frequency Words
he, said

Story Words
counted, earn, money, proud, rake, weeds

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Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions to understand text

Comprehension
Identify main idea and details

Phonological Awareness
Discriminate initial consonant /j/ sound

Phonics
Identify initial consonant Jj

Grammar and Mechanics
Identify quotation marks

Word Work
Recognize and use number words

Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class

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Level F Answer Sheet

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