Animal Discoveries
Descubrimientos de animales
Animal Discoveries
Animal Discoveries
Animal Discoveries
Animal Discoveries
Animal Discoveries
Informational (nonfiction), 751 words, Level O (Grade 2), Lexile 780L
Multilevel Book also available in levels R and U
Scientists still discover hundreds of new animal species every year. Animal Discoveries reveals some fascinating recently discovered species from locations around the world. Brilliant photographs showcase these amazing and unusual animals, and charts and maps help expand upon information in the text. The book teaches students about valuing and protecting species new and old while also presenting the opportunity to teach author's purpose and prepositional phrases. Book and lesson are also available for Levels R and U.
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Story Words
arachnid, endangered, habitat, remote, scientists, species
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Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension
Author's Purpose : Determine author’s purpose
Phonics
Consonant Digraphs : Identify consonant ch digraph
Grammar and Mechanics
Prepositional Phrases : Identify and use prepositional phrases
Word Work
Alphabetical Order : Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
