Informational (nonfiction), 274 words, Level I (Grade 1), Lexile 500L
A fish with a nose like a cow? Or one with spines like a porcupine? Students will be fascinated by the different-looking creatures that are all fish. Captioned and labeled photographs support the text and offer readers an up-close look at over 25 types of fish.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions to understand text
Comprehension Identify facts
Phonological Awareness Blend and segment phonemes
Phonics Recognize and read consonant digraphs sh and ch
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use -s and -es verb endings
Word Work Identify common compound words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
