Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 279 words, Level J (Grade 1), Lexile 520L Multilevel Book also available in levels G and M Multilevel Book also available in levels G and M
Most people don't think much about the small and slimy earthworm, but worms actually have a big role in our environment. Wiggly Worms teaches students about a worm's body and behaviors, how it helps plants and other animals, and its place in the food chain. Photographs and simple sentences will aid the emergent reader in successful decoding. The book also presents opportunities for learning about main idea and details and adjectives. Book and lesson are also available for Levels G and M.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension Identify main idea and details
Phonological Awareness Discriminate medial long vowel /u/ sound
Phonics Identify VCe pattern
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use adjectives
Word Work Understand and use antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
