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Fantasy (fiction), 232 words, Level G (Grade 1), Lexile 390L
Billy and Emmy are playing catch when suddenly Cat runs by. Billy chases after Cat. When Cat runs up a tree, Billy realizes he is lost. How will Billy ever get home? Perhaps some other animals will help him. Students are provided with the opportunity to identify cause-and-effect relationships. Readers are supported by illustrations, high-frequency words, and repetitive phrases throughout the book.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of visualizing to understand the story and remember information
Comprehension Understand and identify cause-and-effect relationships
Phonological Awareness Discriminate short /a/ vowel
Phonics Identify words with short /a/ vowel
Grammar and Mechanics Identify and use present-tense verbs
Word Work Identify and use position words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
