Ancient Egypt
Informational (nonfiction), 482 words, Level L (Grade 2)

Lesson Objectives

Reading Strategy	Summarize
Comprehension	Main Idea and Details
Phonics	Long Vowels
Grammar and Mechanics	Possessive Nouns
Word Work	Position Words

Book Summary

Ancient Egypt describes the fascinating lives and customs of Egyptians long ago. Readers learn about the ancient Egyptians' strong beliefs regarding death and the afterlife. The book also provides readers with an introduction to the famous Egyptian pyramids. The text is enhanced with photographs, diagrams, and illustrations.

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy

• Summarize

Objectives

• Use the reading strategy of summarizing to understand the text
• Identify the main idea and supporting details
• Identify long /i/ vowel
• Understand and use possessive nouns
• Identify position words

Vocabulary

• Content words: ancient, burial, culture, mummy, pharaoh, preserved, pyramid, thieves, tomb, worshipped

Book Resources

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