Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 140 words, Level F (Grade 1), Lexile 180L
In Does It Sink or Float? students have the opportunity to use what they know about familiar objects to determine whether each will sink or float in water. Interesting photographs are included to enhance student understanding of the concepts sink and float. Repetitive phrases and high-frequency words support early readers.
Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of making, revising, and confirming predictions to understand text
Comprehension Identify the author's purpose
Phonics Identify initial consonant blend fl
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize, identify, and use question marks
Word Work Understand, use, and write the high-frequency word will
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
