The Case of the Disappearing Honeybees
The Case of the Disappearing Honeybees
The Case of the Disappearing Honeybees
The Case of the Disappearing Honeybees
The Case of the Disappearing Honeybees
The Case of the Disappearing Honeybees
The Case of the Disappearing Honeybees
Informational (nonfiction), 1,769 words, Level Z1 (Grade 5+), Lexile 1060L
Multilevel Book also available in level Y
We depend on honeybees to pollinate the plants that produce our food. Beekeepers, farmers, and scientists want to know why honeybees started vanishing this century. The Case of the Disappearing Honeybees explores the mystery of colony collapse disorder (CCD), a worldwide problem that results in millions of honeybees disappearing without a trace every year. The book can also be used to teach students how to compare and contrast information and the proper use of commas in a series. The books and lesson are also available for levels Y and Z2.
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Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Connect to prior knowledge to understand nonfiction text
Comprehension
Compare and Contrast : Identify details to compare and contrast information
Grammar and Mechanics
Commas : Recognize and use commas in a series
Word Work
Roots : Identify base words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
