Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 1,371 words, Level W (Grade 4), Lexile 960L Multilevel Book also available in levels T and Z
How much do you value water? Some of us take it for granted, while others prize water as a treasured resource. What Is Water Worth? teaches students about water’s importance, the encroaching worldwide water crisis, and the three main threats to our water supply. The book ends with some thoughts on how to address the problem. Photographs, charts, and graphs support the information. Book and lesson are also available for Levels T and Z.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Summarize to understand text
Comprehension Author's Purpose : Determine author’s purpose
Grammar and Mechanics Possessive Nouns : Identify and use possessive nouns
Word Work Concept Words : Discriminate and use number words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
