Gems: Treasures from the Earth
GEMAS: Tesoros de la Tierra
Gems: Treasures from the Earth
Gems: Treasures from the Earth
Gems: Treasures from the Earth
Gems: Treasures from the Earth
Gems: Treasures from the Earth
Informational (nonfiction), 1,949 words, Spanish Level X (Grade 5), Lexile 860L
Gems fascinate almost everyone. They sparkle, shimmer, and glimmer with mystery and beauty. This book explains how gems are formed, how they are valued, and the processes by which they become jewelry. At the end of the book, students can read about some of the most famous gems. Photographs and diagrams support the text. Book and lesson also available at Levels S and Y.
Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Make, revise, and confirm predictions
Comprehension
Cause and Effect : Understand cause-and-effect relationships
Grammar and Mechanics
Sentence Types : Identify various sentence types
Word Work
Alphabetical Order : Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
