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Biography (nonfiction), 773 words, Level O (Grade 2), Lexile 820L Multilevel Book also available in levels I and L
Jane Goodall is the fascinating biography of a woman who devoted her life to studying and helping the chimpanzees of Africa. This book gives students an introduction to her study of chimpanzee communities and her work to save and protect the forests that are their natural habitat. Detailed photographs of Ms. Goodall throughout her life enhance the text.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of visualizing to understand text
Comprehension Author's Purpose : Identify author's purpose
Phonics Vowel Digraphs : Identify vowel digraphs ea and ee
Grammar and Mechanics Past-Tense Verbs : Recognize and use regular past-tense verbs
Word Work Homophones : Identify and understand the use of homophones
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
