A Man of Vision
Biography (nonfiction), 748 words, Level M (Grade 2)

Lesson Objectives

Reading Strategy	Ask and answer questions
Comprehension	Elements of a Biography
Grammar and Mechanics	Pronouns
Word Work	Reading Numbers within Text

Book Summary

Meet Louis Braille, the person who invented a system for blind people to read and write. This informational book provides readers with insight into Louis Braille's life from the year of his birth to the accident that caused his blindness and the year of his death. Illustrations support readers' understanding of this historical biography.

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy

• Ask and answer questions

Objectives

• Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions while reading
• Identify elements of a biography
• Identify and use pronouns
• Fluently read numbers within text

Vocabulary

• Content words: awl, blind, night writing, sew, slate, stylus, symbol, touch system

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 M Answer Sheet