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Informational (nonfiction), 128 words, Level E (Grade 1), Lexile 240L
This book informs students about many animals that live in the mountains. Students will learn that both small and big animals live in the mountains. Repetitive text and supportive illustrations make this book great for early readers.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of visualizing to understand text
Comprehension Identify main idea and details
Phonological Awareness Discriminate final consonant /s/ sound
Phonics Identify final consonant Ss
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use adjectives
Word Work List words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
