Voyagers in Space
Las Voyagers en el espacio
Voyagers in Space
Voyagers in Space
Voyagers in Space
Voyagers in Space
Voyagers in Space
Informational (nonfiction), 489 words, Level M (Grade 2), Lexile 850L
Two unmanned Voyager spacecraft were launched in 1977 with a mission of studying the large outer planets of our solar system. Voyagers in Space describes their journeys, the information the Voyagers learned about the giant planets, and their current task of exploring deep space. Photographs, diagrams, and time lines support the text. Build on students' intrinsic interest in space exploration to teach about distinguishing between fact and opinion and using past-tense verbs. Book and lesson are also available for Levels P and S.
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Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension
Fact or Opinion : Distinguish details as fact or opinion
Phonics
R-Controlled Vowels : Identify r-controlled vowel er
Grammar and Mechanics
Past-Tense Verbs : Identify and use past-tense verbs
Word Work
Compound Words : Recognize and use compound words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
