History to Chew On
Informational (nonfiction), 733 words, Level P (Grade 2)

Lesson Objectives

Reading Strategy	Ask and answer questions
Comprehension	Main Idea and Details
Grammar and Mechanics	Commas
Word Work	Synonyms

Book Summary

Everybody loves chewing gum. But you probably never stop to think about how gum was invented or what it is made from. This book tells readers in a fun and engaging way who first chewed gum, where gum comes from, and how it is made. It even includes details about what people do with their gum when they're finished!

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy

• Ask and answer questions

Objectives

• Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions to understand text
• Identify the main idea and supporting details
• Understand the use of commas in a series
• Understand and identify the use of synonyms

Vocabulary

• Content words: betel, chicle, cud, discard, latex, mastiche, mesh, paraffin, sap, tacky, vat, wad

Book Resources

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