The Mighty Mississippi
The Mighty Mississippi
The Mighty Mississippi
The Mighty Mississippi
The Mighty Mississippi
The Mighty Mississippi
The Mighty Mississippi
Informational (nonfiction), 237 words, Level H (Grade 1), Lexile 610L
From Lake Itasca in Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico, the Mississippi River runs its mighty course. The Mighty Mississippi introduces readers to the geography and the many benefits of the river to people and wildlife alike. Students will have an opportunity to connect to their prior knowledge as they read. Text is supported with detailed photographs and text features. Book and lesson also available at Levels K and N.
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Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Connect to prior knowledge
Comprehension
Fact or Opinion : Discriminate fact or opinion
Phonics
Consonant Blends : Identify final consonant st-blends
Grammar and Mechanics
Proper Nouns : Identify names of places as proper nouns
Word Work
Alphabetical Order : Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
