Informational (nonfiction), 182 words, Level H (Grade 1), Lexile 510L
Animals move in many ways, and they use different body parts to help them get from place to place. Legs, Wings, Fins, and Flippers provides emergent readers the opportunity to summarize text and classify information. Photographs support the text.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of summarizing to understand and remember informational text
Comprehension Classify information presented in text
Phonological Awareness Segment syllables
Phonics Identify short /i/ vowel
Grammar and Mechanics Identify and use verbs
Word Work Alphabetize words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
