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Informational (nonfiction), 207 words, Level H (Grade 1), Lexile 470L Multilevel Book also available in level E Multilevel Book also available in levels E and K Multilevel Book also available in levels E and K Multilevel Book also available in levels E and K
Animals, Animals is about some of the fascinating animals in our world. Each page describes interesting facts and brings the world of animals to the reader. Pictures enhance the text.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Connect to prior knowledge to understand nonfiction text
Comprehension Identify main idea and details
Phonological Awareness Segment syllables
Phonics Identify VCe pattern
Grammar and Mechanics Identify adjectives and the nouns they describe
Word Work Arrange words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
