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Informational (nonfiction), 306 words, Level J (Grade 1), Lexile 540L
Students often imagine what it might be like to be another animal. In Want to Be a Beaver? students will learn all about these unique, hardworking creatures. Brilliant, detailed photographs and captions support the text. A map and interesting graphics provide additional information. As they read this book, students will have the opportunity to learn about main ideas, details, and plural nouns.
Guided Reading Lesson PDF
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Reading Strategy Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension Main Idea and Details : Identify main idea and details
Phonological Awareness Discriminate Initial Consonant Blend : Discriminate initial consonant st-blends
Phonics Consonants : Identify initial consonant st-blends
Grammar and Mechanics Plural Nouns : Recognize and use plural nouns
Word Work Question Words : Understand and use question words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
