Genetics at Work
Genetics at Work
Genetics at Work
Genetics at Work
Genetics at Work
Genetics at Work
Genetics at Work
Informational (nonfiction), 1,715 words, Level Z (Grade 5), Lexile 1050L
Genetics at Work explores the role that genetics plays in our growing world. The field of genetics is an ever-changing and rapidly expanding branch of science. From farming to crime fighting and disease prevention, genetics is shaping our future. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about these advancements while practicing the skills of summarizing and identifying main ideas and supporting details. The book and lesson are also available for levels Z1 and Z2.
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Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Summarize to understand text
Comprehension
Main Idea and Details : Determine main ideas and supporting details
Grammar and Mechanics
Adverbs : Recognize and use adverbs
Word Work
Alphabetical Order : Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
