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Realistic (fiction), 963 words, Level P (Grade 2), Lexile 540L
Max is very angry because he wants to be the "boss" of something instead of being told what to do all the time. His parents work with him to find a solution to his anger, but the solution ends up creating another problem--his parents become angry! Finally, Max and his parents sit down to discuss the situation. They find a solution for managing anger that works for everyone.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Connect to prior knowledge to make meaning from text
Comprehension Analyze character traits in text
Phonics Identify open vowel y
Grammar and Mechanics Identify and use contractions
Word Work Identify and use synonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
