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Concept (nonfiction), 62 words, Level B (Grade K), Lexile 80L
What things are light? What things are heavy? Students are able to examine these questions as they read this simple book. In Light and Heavy, a girl learns what she can and cannot lift. Students have the opportunity to identify the author's purpose as well as connect to prior knowledge. Detailed, supportive photographs, high-frequency words, and repetitive phrases support early emergent readers.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Connect to prior knowledge to understand text
Comprehension Compare and contrast
Phonological Awareness Discriminate initial consonant /L/ sound
Phonics Identify initial consonant Ll
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use declarative sentences
Word Work Recognize and use antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
