Speed
Speed
Speed
Speed
Speed
Speed
Speed
Informational (nonfiction), 1,511 words, Level R (Grade 3)
Speed is a fascinating book that describes how speed affects our everyday lives. Included are facts about the history of speed, animals that move at incredible speeds, and speeds of past and present-and perhaps future-modes of transportation. Exceptional photographs and illustrations support and enhance the text.
Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions
Comprehension
Compare and Contrast : Identify comparisons in nonfiction text
Word Work
Comparative and Superlative Words : Recognize and use comparative and superlative adjectives
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
