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Informational (nonfiction), 1,898 words, Level W (Grade 4), Lexile 830L
Pirates and Privateers is an informational book that describes the lives of pirates and privateers of the Caribbean. Readers will learn about the duties of the pirates' daily lives, how they dressed, and what they did for fun. Readers will also learn about several famous pirates, including Blackbeard. Detailed illustrations support the text.
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of connecting to prior knowledge while reading to understand text
Comprehension Identify cause and effect in text
Grammar and Mechanics Identify and punctuate proper nouns
Word Work Recognize and use antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
