Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Descriptive (nonfiction), 51 words, Level C (Grade K), Lexile 160L
Sharks are powerful animals that come in many shapes and sizes. Different Kinds of Sharks builds upon children's fascination with these sea animals to teach simple information about the differences among various shark species. Striking photographs support the text.
Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of connecting to prior knowledge to understand text
Comprehension Main Idea and Details : Identify main idea and details
Phonics Consonants : Identify initial and final consonant Ss
Grammar and Mechanics Capitalization : Capitalize the beginning of sentences
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
