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Realistic (fiction), 387 words, Level J (Grade 1), Lexile 580L Multilevel Book also available in levels M and P Multilevel Book also available in levels M and P
As Día de los Muertos is approaching, María and her family prepare to celebrate loved ones who have passed away, including one very special family member. Día for María is an engaging and entertaining story that provides readers with insight into this Mexican holiday, while giving students an opportunity to analyze characters and retell to understand text. The book and lesson are also available for levels M and P.
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Reading Strategy Retell to understand text
Comprehension Analyze Character : Analyze character
Phonological Awareness Segment Syllables : Segment syllables
Phonics Consonant Digraphs : Identify consonant th digraph
Grammar and Mechanics Quotation Marks : Recognize and use quotation marks
Word Work Suffixes : Identify and use suffix -ed
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
