Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Pourquoi Tale (fiction), 685 words, Level M (Grade 2), Lexile 520L
This original story is written in the pourquoi tale style. Story of the Sun is about a young boy's search for answers. He wonders where the sun comes from each morning and where it goes each night. A wise woman helps him find the answers to his questions.
Reading Strategy Summarize to understand text
Comprehension Identify setting
Phonics Identify r-controlled vowel ar
Grammar and Mechanics Identify imperfect verbs
Word Work Recognize and use antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
