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Musical Instruments
Informational (nonfiction), 1,124 words, Level P (Grade 2)

Lesson Objectives

Reading Strategy Summarize
Comprehension Classify Information
Grammar and Mechanics Commas
Word Work Content Vocabulary

Book Summary

Musical Instruments introduces the reader to various types of musical instruments. Well-known Western instruments, as well as examples of instruments from around the world, are included. Children will readily recognize familiar instruments, such as the piano and violin. They will also have great fun showing off their new vocabulary to family members. For example, can anyone guess where the gusle is played?

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy
  • Summarize

Objectives

  • Summarize information while reading
  • Classify information
  • Use commas in a series
  • Understand and recognize content vocabulary

Vocabulary

  • Content words: amplifier, brass, classical, orchestra, percussion, plucked, solo, woodwinds
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